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Riyadh, April 08, 2026, SPA — The General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) held a panel discussion titled “Pulse of Numbers: Statistical Data in the Service of Health” as part of the “Road to Riyadh” events, with the participation of a select group of specialists from the General Authority for Statistics, the Ministry of Health, the Public Health Authority, and the World Health Organization’s Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean. The session discussed the pivotal role of statistical data in supporting decision-making in the healthcare sector by enhancing the quality and reliability of health indicator

Umluj, 07 April 2026, SPA — The southern areas of Umluj Governorate in Tabuk Region are witnessing a notable influx of visitors from among citizens and residents as mild weather conditions prevail, offering a spring scene that reflects the natural diversity of the region. Visitors are keen to spend their time at open-air sites and enjoy the natural scenery amid tranquil surroundings, boosting domestic tourism in the governorate and highlighting the environmental features that distinguish its rural areas. The southern areas of Umluj Governorate are among the natural sites that draw visitors during the spring season following rainfall, o

Riyadh, April 7, 2026, SPA — Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Alibrahim met today with Federal Minister for European and International Affairs of the Republic of Austria Beate Meinl-Reisinger. During the meeting, the two sides discussed ways to enhance cooperation across several fields, reviewed the work of the Saudi-Austrian Joint Committee, and addressed the latest global economic developments of mutual interest.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 8 April 2026: Messe Frankfurt Saudi Arabia, organiser of Automechanika Riyadh, Saudi Arabia’s leading regional automotive aftermarket trade event, has announced the postponement of the upcoming edition. Originally scheduled to take place from 4-6 May 2026, the event will now focus on its return to the Kingdom in 2027. The decision follows a careful and ongoing assessment of the current regional environment and prioritises the safety, wellbeing, and confidence of customers, partners, and staff, while ensuring the event maintains the full international scale, high-calibre, and value for which the global Automecha

08 April 2026 (Singapore) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) published the results of several digital identity Proofs of Concept (PoCs) completed with the support of airlines, airports, technology providers and governments across Europe and Asia-Pacific. The successful PoCs demonstrated that contactless, biometric-enabled international travel is already achievable with digital identity replacing paper documentation. Working together as part of the IATA Strategic Partnerships Program, the partners tested how digital identity stored in mobile wallets and biometric verification can support seamless passenger journeys with

As AI and shifting power dynamics continue to redefine modern affiliation, SBC Summit Malta will introduce a dedicated Affiliates Reinvented track, exploring how stakeholders…

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Diriyah, April 2, 2026, SPA — The Traditional Arts Festival 2026, organized by the Ministry of Culture, is drawing strong crowds of visitors and tourists in Diriyah amid pleasant spring weather. The festival, held from March 26 to April 8 and from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m., features a range of performing arts from across the Kingdom. Live shows in a dedicated traditional performance arena allow visitors to explore those traditions and their varied forms, reflecting the depth and diversity of Saudi cultural heritage. The event is part of the Ministry of Culture’s ongoing efforts to support the national cultural scene and highlight traditi

Suwair, April 02, 2026, SPA — Under the patronage of Governor of Al-Jouf Region Prince Faisal bin Nawaf bin Abdulaziz, Governor of Suwair Nasser Al-Sahli inaugurated the second edition of the Al-Jouf Winter Festival, in the presence of several directors of government and security agencies, and with notable attendance from residents and visitors The inauguration ceremony featured a musical operetta performed by the Saudi Ardah troupe, presenting an artistic tableau that reflected the region’s cultural heritage. Following this, the heritage village was opened, comprising 20 pavilions dedicated to small family businesses and entrepr

Riyadh, April 2, 2026, SPA — The Saudi national fencing team began its participation in the Junior and Cadet Fencing World Championships yesterday in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The championship will continue until April 10. The team concluded its preparations through a training camp in Dammam, conducting intensive twice-daily sessions as part of its pre-competition program ahead of the global event.