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Jakarta, April 28, 2026, SPA — The Hajj journey no longer begins upon arrival in Saudi Arabia; it now starts thousands of kilometers away, at departure airports, where the experience is reshaped into one that is calmer, smoother, and more reassuring. In Indonesia, the Makkah Route Initiative has long embodied this concept, offering a distinct experience in which travel procedures are completed before departure rather than upon arrival. The initiative first took shape in 2017, when it was implemented in Indonesia as one of the earliest participating countries. It is part of the Ministry of Interior’s initiatives, carried out under t

Makkah, April 24, 2026, SPA — In his Friday sermon at the Grand Mosque today, Imam Sheikh Abdulrahman Al-Sudais affirmed that Hajj serves as a school of monotheism, emphasizing that Makkah remains a sanctuary of safety and guidance for all humanity He stressed the vital importance of adhering to official Hajj regulations and instructions, specifically highlighting the necessity of obtaining a permit to fulfill the Sharia objectives of preserving lives. Sheikh Al-Sudais urged pilgrims to maintain exemplary character, exercise gentleness, and avoid crowding during the rituals. Concluding his sermon, he commended the security and organ

Jeddah, April 27, 2026, SPA — The Local Organizing Committee for the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 hosted a giant ball race community event along the Jeddah Corniche. More than 20 organizations, around 1,000 students, as well as community groups and families, took part in a 3,000-meter race. The interactive experience featured participants collaboratively pushing a giant ball along the track at the Jeddah Corniche. This event was part of the activities accompanying the 2026 AFC Champions League Elite finals. It aimed to enhance community engagement and create a vibrant experience, bringing together football enthusiasts in a fun and i

Riyadh, April 23, 2026, SPA — Saudi Arabia has secured top global rankings in the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) 2025-2026 report, reflecting a highly competitive environment and reinforcing its position as a premier global hub for entrepreneurship. The Kingdom led all high-income economies in Entrepreneurial Finance, highlighting the efficiency of its financing tools for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Additionally, Saudi Arabia ranked third globally in the National Entrepreneurship Context Index (NECI), cementing its status as an elite destination for entrepreneurial investment and growth. Total early-stage Entrepre

Jizan, April 24, 2026, SPA — Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Saudi Arabia Ahmad Farooq and his accompanying delegation visited Jazan City for Primary and Downstream Industries (JCPDI) yesterday as part of his visit to Jazan Region. During the visit, he met with JCPDI Chief Executive Officer Dr. Hussein bin Yahya Fadhli. They discussed several topics of mutual interest and reviewed JCPDI’s industrial capabilities and promising investment opportunities, as well as the facilitation provided by the Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu to encourage foreign investment. Farooq expressed admiration for JCPDI’s na

Riyadh, April 23, 2026, SPA — The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) has urged businesses to submit their zakat and income tax returns for foreign establishments for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025, no later than April 30, 2026. This call aligns with Article 102 of the Executive Regulations for Zakat Collection and Article 60 of the Income Tax Law, both of which require taxpayers to submit returns and fulfill their financial obligations within 120 days of the end of their fiscal year. The authority encouraged businesses to expedite their submissions through the e-services portal on the official ZATCA website to ensure compl

Yogyakarta, April 22, 2026, SPA — A delegation from the General Secretariat of the World Assembly of Muslim Youth (WAMY) inaugurated the Prince Saud bin Mohammed bin Fahad Islamic Center—named in honor of the late prince and his spouse, Princess Fahdah bint Fahad—in Bantul, Yogyakarta, Republic of Indonesia, during a ceremony attended by officials and members of the local community. Head of the delegation Faisal Al-Jabr said the center represents an effective model for achieving sustainable development goals and strengthening international humanitarian partnerships with lasting positive impact on communities.

Abu Dhabi, UAE – April 2026: CNTXT AI today announced the launch of Munsit Emirati TTS, a text to speech…

Buraidah, April 23, 2026, SPA — Light to moderate rain fell across Qassim Region yesterday evening, including Buraidah, the region’s governorates, and affiliated centers. Cumulus clouds formed over the region, with a chance of rain in the coming hours.

Riyadh, April 23, 2026, SPA — Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA) Turki Alalshikh announced the premiere date of the Saudi edition of “Million Riyal Menu,” set to launch on April 28 via the MBC Shahid platform and MBC1 channel, with the support of Riyadh Season. He stated that the program represents the largest Saudi adaptation of the global format “Million Pound Menu,” produced jointly by the Saudi company BigHouse and IMP, in collaboration with Sony Pictures Television, reflecting a strong direction toward delivering content with world-class standards within the Kingdom. The program features