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Saudi authorities foil attempt to smuggle 2.4m amphetamine pills through Jeddah port

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JEDDAH: In the holy month of Ramadan, the tradition of breaking fast with dates is deeply ingrained in the fabric of the Muslim society, making this iconic fruit a staple on the iftar spread. Prophet Muhammad said: “When one of you breaks his fast, let him break it with dates, for they are a blessing; … Read more

Workforce in Saudi private sector reaches 2.4m

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RIYADH: Increased credit to corporate activities propelled a 10 percent annual surge in loans for Saudi banks in 2023, reaching SR2.58 trillion ($690 billion), the latest data showed.  According to the Saudi Central Bank’s latest monthly bulletin, credit extended to individuals, constituting 48 percent of bank loans, grew by 7 percent in 2023, while corporates … Read more