RIYADH — Saudi authorities have dismantled a criminal network involved in drug smuggling and trafficking in Riyadh, arresting 22 suspects, including 19 Saudi citizens, the Ministry of Interior announced on Wednesday. A ministry official said the network included an employee of the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing, an Ethiopian national who had violated border security regulations, a Moroccan resident, and a Yemeni resident. Authorities said legal measures have been taken against all suspects and the case has been referred to the Public Prosecution. The Ministry of Interior reaffirmed that Saudi security agencies remain vigilant against criminal networks seeking to target…
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ABU DHABI, 1st July, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Abu Dhabi University, has affirmed that the UAE, under the leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has built a world-class education system that has positioned the nation at the forefront of global competitiveness and quality-of-life indicators. H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan emphasised that investing in people remains the fundamental pillar of sustainable development and future-building, reflecting the enduring vision established by the UAE’s Founding Father,…
DUBAI, 1st July, 2026 (WAM) — Emarat Petroleum Company PJSC (Emarat), a pioneer in the UAE’s oil and gas industry, has expanded its international footprint with the opening of its first branded service station in Yerevan, the capital of Armenia. The milestone reflects Emarat’s continued efforts to advance its international expansion plans, strengthen the presence of its brand in global markets, and support the UAE’s vision to enhance the global competitiveness of national companies. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Dr. Nariman Al Mulla, UAE Ambassador to the Republic of Armenia; Eng. Ahmed Al Shamsi, Vice Chairman of the Emarat…
Dubai’s two main Catholic churches have fully reopened after three months of restrictions imposed during the regional conflict, marking a return to normal religious life for thousands of faithful in the emirate. Bishop Paolo Martinelli, Apostolic Vicar of Southern Arabia, announced the full resumption of activities at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Oud Metha and St. Francis of Assisi Church in Jebel Ali, expressing joy at the development in a pastoral message to parishioners. “I wish to express my sincere gratitude to the authorities, who have carefully watched over our safety during a particularly delicate time and have now deemed…
BEIJING — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan visited the Imperial Palace Museum in Beijing on Wednesday on the sidelines of his official visit to China. During the tour, Prince Faisal explored the museum’s cultural and historical landmarks, including artifacts and exhibits that reflect key aspects of China’s rich history and civilization. The visit formed part of the cultural program accompanying the foreign minister’s official trip to China, which aims to strengthen bilateral relations and expand cooperation between the two countries across various fields, including cultural and civilizational exchange. Source: Saudi Gazette
Magna AI, Inc., the global integrated-value-chain sovereign AI transformation leader established through a partnership between Trend Micro and Wistron Digital Technology Holding Company (WDH), powered by NVIDIA, recently launched MagnaVERSE™ at Global AI Show 2026 in Riyadh. MagnaVERSE™ is Magna AI’s unified AI software platform, bringing together models, agents, applications, infrastructure, and governance within a single operating environment. It serves as the intelligence layer where organisations can design, deploy, operate, and scale AI capabilities across the full lifecycle while maintaining operational control, visibility, compliance, and security. “AI is rapidly becoming a foundational layer for economic growth, national competitiveness, and enterprise…
RIYADH — The Saudi Venture Capital Company (SVC) revealed that private foreign investment inflows into Saudi Arabia’s private markets reached SR20 billion in 2025, accounting for approximately 60 percent of total private investments in the Kingdom. In a report titled “Foreign Investment in Saudi Arabia’s Private Markets,” SVC’s report highlighted the key factors that are strengthening Saudi Arabia’s appeal to international investors and its emergence as a leading destination for private investment. The report also showed that Saudi Arabia’s private investment market has evolved from an emerging market into one of the most active in the Middle East and North…
ABU DHABI, 1st July, 2026 (WAM) — Perk (formerly TravelPerk), the intelligent AI-native platform for travel and spend management, today announced the opening of its Middle East office in ADGM, the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi, in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO). The expansion reflects Abu Dhabi’s continued emergence as a center for advanced technologies, digital innovation and globally scalable businesses, reinforcing the emirate’s position as a leading investment hub as the UAE targets AI to contribute 20% of non-oil GDP by 2031. The move formalises Perk’s long-term commitment to the UAE and wider GCC region,…
CAIRO, 1st July, 2026 (WAM) — DP World today announced the launch of Egypt’s first fully integrated Logistics Distribution Centre (LDC) at Sokhna Logistics Park, marking a significant milestone in the country’s logistics sector. The new facility enables international companies to access the Egyptian market while serving regional and global customers through a single distribution hub. The launch ceremony was attended by Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Prime Minister of Egypt, along with senior Egyptian government officials and representatives of international companies. The launch, which coincided with the first visit to Egypt by Essa Kazim who assumed the Chairmanship of DP World…
The day on Thursday will be fair in general and low clouds appear over the east coast, the National Centre of Meteorology has said. Light to moderate Southwesterly to Northwesterly winds will blow, freshening at times, with a speed of 10 – 20, reaching 35kmph. Temperatures could be as high as 49ºC in the country. Mercury is set to rise to 39ºC in Abu Dhabi and 38ºC in Dubai. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. However, temperatures could be as low as 30ºC in Abu Dhabi and 31ºC in Dubai and 24ºC in…