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Saudi Green Building Forum Strengthens International Presence at 29th UN Commission on Science and Technology for Development

Riyadh, March 02, 2026, SPA — The Saudi Green Building Forum (SGBF) has strengthened its international presence in the fields of science, technology, and innovation by announcing its participation in the 29th session of the United Nations Commission on Science and Technology for Development (CSTD). The CSTD secretariat has been hosted by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) since 1993, following the approval of SGBF’s participation in CSTD’s work in an advisory capacity. The CSTD will convene its sessions from April 20 to 24, 2026, in the Assembly Hall at the Palais des Nationsin Geneva, Switzerland,

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Fincantieri and kaust launch scholarship program to advance maritime security research in saudi arabia

November 27, 2025 – King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), one of the most prestigious research institutions in the Middle East, and Fincantieri, one of the world’s largest shipbuilding groups, through its Foundation (Fondazione Fincantieri), jointly decided to establish a dedicated scholarship aimed at supporting young researchers in the fields of maritime security, cyber-resilience, and emerging applied navigation technologies. The initiative follows the signing of an MoU last January and reflects the shared commitment of both organizations to promoting excellence in education and technology transfer, in line w