Sync Summit returns with digital call to action

RIYADH: The Haramain High Speed Railway offers pilgrims and travelers a safe and efficient way to navigate between holy sites. The Saudi Press Agency recently witnessed the smooth operations at the Madinah station, the punctual arrivals and departures of trains carrying hundreds of pilgrims, Umrah performers, citizens and residents. The train travels with regularity and is … Read more

ICAO summit in Riyadh shows recognition of Saudi Arabia’s role in aviation sector: GACA president

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s point-of-sales spending registered a 6.9 percent decline in the third week of May, compared to the previous seven days, reaching SR11.65 billion ($3.11 billion), official figures showed.  The latest data from the Saudi Central Bank, also known as SAMA, revealed that spending on beverages and food, which accounts for the largest share … Read more

AI summit in Dubai tackles science, business applications

DUBAI: More than 4,500 leading researchers, innovators and professionals gathered in Dubai recently to discuss the effect of artificial intelligence on science and business. The second annual Machines Can See Summit, held at Dubai’s iconic Museum of the Future on April 17, allowed attendees to hear discussions on cutting-edge advancements and real-world applications of AI.

Future Hospitality Summit to shine spotlight on Saudi Arabia’s growing tourism industry

Saudi Arabia’s AI adoption ignites technological advancement and economic growth RIYADH: As artificial intelligence gains global attention and becomes a buzzword, Saudi Arabia is positioned for accelerated adoption to enhance efficiency across its industries. Over the years, AI has evolved into a transformative technology revolutionizing numerous industries and domains. Its development and adoption across sectors … Read more

e& life joins Dubai Fintech Summit as sponsor

Central Park Towers, the office and event destination in Dubai International Financial Centre, has announced the launch of Fitted Offices — Level 2, a significant addition to its portfolio of premium office spaces. Scheduled for unveiling this month, this new offering continues Central Park Towers’ commitment to delivering unrivaled quality and convenience to businesses in … Read more

ICRF concludes participation in SportAccord World Sport & Business Summit in Birmingham

Al-Hilal defensive duo Koulibaly and Al-Bulayhi hailed for frustrating red carded Ronaldo ABU DHABI: Jorge Jesus praised defensive duo Kalidou Koulibaly and Ali Al-Bulayhi for shutting out Cristiano Ronaldo as Al-Hilal reached the Saudi Super Cup final by defeating Riyadh rivals Al-Nassr 2-1 on Monday night in Abu Dhabi. Al-Hilal recorded their third victory over … Read more

Beijing says US, Japan ‘smeared and attacked’ China at summit

Beijing: Beijing on Thursday said the United States and Japan had “smeared and attacked” China during a Washington summit, where US President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida unveiled their countries’ biggest-ever upgrade in defense ties. Biden and Kishida unveiled plans on Wednesday to restructure the US military command in Japan, the biggest … Read more

International Camel Racing Federation promotes sport at world summit

F1 Academy, F2 drivers hit positive notes for Alpine during tough Saudi Arabian Grand Prix JEDDAH: It is fair to say that Alpine have not had the best of starts to the Formula 1 season.An underwhelming opening weekend in Bahrain for Pierre Gasly and Esteban Ocon was followed, days later by sweeping changes at management … Read more

Macron says G20 must agree before inviting Putin to summit

BRASILIA:  French President Emmanuel Macron said Thursday that members of the G20 would have to agree before Russian leader Vladimir Putin is invited to attend the group’s summit in Brazil in November. “The meaning of this club is that there must be consensus with the 19 others. That will be a job for Brazilian diplomacy,” he … Read more

North Korea says Japan PM requested summit with Kim Jong Un

3 of 4 suspects charged in Russia concert hall attack admit guilt during court hearing MOSCOW: Three of the four suspects charged with carrying out the concert hall attack in Moscow that killed more than 130 people admitted guilt for the incident in a Russian court Sunday. Moscow’s Basmanny District Court formally charged Dalerdzhon Mirzoyev, … Read more