RIYADH — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman received a written message from President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The message was pertaining to further improving bilateral relations between the two countries. Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Al-Khereiji received the message during his meeting with Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Arman Issagaliyev in Riyadh on Monday. During the meeting, they reviewed bilateral relations. They also discussed issues of mutual interest. Source: Saudi Gazette
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Saudi Awwal Bank (SAB) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Sharakat to support the Sharakah Training Programme, helping prepare Saudi graduates for careers in the privatization sector as part of the Bank’s corporate social responsibility initiatives. The collaboration aims to develop graduates’ professional and technical skills, strengthen their understanding of privatization and its requirements, and explore practical training and employment opportunities. Through the partnership, SAB will support a specialized programme designed to bridge academic knowledge with the practical requirements of public-private partnership projects. Commenting on the MoU, Faten Abalkhail, Chief Governance and Corporate Affairs Officer at SAB, said:…
Sennheiser’s audio equipment has been frequently used in productions and performances at the Dubai Opera. Across the GCC, they find place inside gaming hubs and broadcasting networks. It’s no surprise that the German company considers the UAE an attractive market and wants to expand here. “We are definitely here to invest,” Daniel Sennheiser, the company’s chairman who was in Dubai last week, told Khaleej Times in an interview. Daniel, who represents the third generation of leadership at the 80-year-old company, spoke about their plans for the UAE, trends in the region and why they want to be reliable to every…
The redesigned tablet introduces water and dust resistance, stronger on-device AI performance, and a landscape front camera, with UAE prices starting at Dh2,849. Apple has unveiled a redesigned iPad mini featuring an 8.5-inch OLED display, its A20 Pro processor and IP67-rated water and dust resistance, expanding the compact tablet’s capabilities for mobile work, content creation and entertainment. UAE pre-orders open on 28 October, with availability beginning on 6 November. Prices start at Dh2,849 for the Wi-Fi model and Dh3,449 for the Wi-Fi + Cellular version. The new model measures 5.4mm thick and comes in midnight and starlight finishes, with storage…
RIYADH — The Ministry of Interior launched on Monday the “Absher Travel for Visitors” service electronically through the Absher app for Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nationals and other visitors arriving through all of the Kingdom’s land border crossings. The ministry launched the service, in partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Tourism, the Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA), the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA), the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST), the Insurance Authority, the General Directorate of Passports, and Public Security. The service, which will become mandatory for visitors six months after its launch,…
RIYADH — Riyadh Mayoralty announced that it will expand the use of body cameras for its officials during inspection visits to establishments across Riyadh. This is aimed to strengthen compliance with municipal requirements, increase transparency, and improve the quality of field inspections. The rollout follows a three-week proof-of-concept trial, during which inspectors documented more than 600 inspection visits. The body cameras provide a documented record of inspection visits, helping safeguard the rights of inspectors, establishments, workers, and consumers. The initiative is part of Riyadh Mayoralty’s efforts to adopt the best technological practices and improve the efficiency of field inspections. Source:…
UMM AL QAIWAIN, 26th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) is continuing to implement its Customer Councils programme, launched earlier this year, to involve manufacturers and investors in the development of government services and simplifying procedures. The programme supports industrial competitiveness and streamlines business procedures in the UAE, in line with the National Strategy for Industry and Advanced Technology and the Make it in the Emirates initiative. The Council brought together manufacturers, investors and company representatives. Participants discussed challenges facing the industrial sector, identified priorities for developing and redesigning services, and explored how customer…
From an obsession with ‘clean food’ – to a simple and clear breakfast. The ‘Logika Moloka’ and Prostokvashino story: how the brand responds to the needs of consumers in the UAE and why the “Made in Russia” certificate helps make informed product choices Published: Mon 26 Oct 2026, 1:06 PM How the concern for health turned into anxiety Today we know more about our health than ever before. Smart watches monitor sleep and pulse, apps remind us about water and stretching – devices have become a familiar part of everyday life. In the UAE, this trend is especially noticeable: residents…
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has recalled 2,888 Lucid Air vehicles over an electrical defect that could cause overheating and lighting failures and increase the risk of fire or an accident. The recall from the Ministry of Commerce covers Lucid Air vehicles from model years 2023 to 2026 due to a defect in the electrical circuitry of the exterior lighting system. According to the ministry, the defect could cause overheating and failure of the brake lights or headlights, increasing the risk of a fire or accident. Owners of affected vehicles are advised to check whether their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is…
SANDISK Extreme Portable SSD is available in 1TB, 2TB and 4TB capacities. A smaller design, up to 2,000MB/s read speeds and password protection give the SANDISK Extreme Portable SSD practical appeal for mobile professionals, although connection requirements deserve close attention. Large photo libraries, video projects and presentation files quickly expose the limitations of everyday storage. SANDISK’s Extreme Portable SSD addresses those demands with a compact design and a higher advertised read speed, targeting professionals and creators who regularly move substantial amounts of data. The proposition is straightforward: carry more, spend less time transferring files and add some protection against the…