tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-48620793691752367292024-03-29T12:53:09.180+03:00SAUDI EXPATRIATESAahil Shaikhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09960792418259779795noreply@blogger.comBlogger5089125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4862079369175236729.post-74960215477923982832024-03-29T12:52:00.004+03:002024-03-29T12:52:28.283+03:00Model Rumy Al-Qahtani to represent Saudi Arabia in her Miss Universe debut<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Saudi Model Rumy Al-Qahtani to represent Saudi Arabia in her Miss Universe debut</b></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: large;">A Saudi model will be the first person from the Kingdom to represent it in Miss Universe, which takes place every year in Mexico in September. <b>Trending :</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/PccyjAh42Ys" target="_blank">Saudi visitors and pilgrims must aware of these rules of KSA</a></span></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><br /><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">The news spread when award-winning Saudi model Rumy al-Qahtani wrote on her social media that she is taking part in it.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- I am honored to be a part of Miss Universe 2024, al-Qahtani wrote on Instagram in Arabic.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- She also posed with the Saudi flag and a sash that said "Miss Universe Saudi Arabia." "This is the first time that Saudi Arabia is participating in the Miss Universe pageant." <b>See Also :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/march-27-of-every-year-is-now-saudi-green-initiative-day.html" target="_blank">Saudi Arabia sets March 27 as Saudi Green Initiative day</a></div></span><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div>
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">- The model, who was born in Riyadh, has competed in many beauty pageants and has represented the Kingdom in Miss Arab Peace, Miss Planet, Miss Middle East, and other events.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- More than a million people follow Al-Qahtani on Instagram. She has been seen wearing clothes with Saudi themes at different events.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- In interviews with the news media, she has talked about how she wants to support the culture and history of Saudi Arabia. <b>Read :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/6-companies-offered-private-jets-cars-gold-sets-in-prizes.html" target="_blank">Saudi Arabia calls 6 companies, for offering prizes in Private jets, expensive cars, gold sets, villas and smartphones</a></div></span><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW6cmBxa2KI6n9KnLCsjmFr80Lx2gf_lLuEmBEJA4R3sl9wGFDxMWquJZP3EBi7FmjtaohKYB3PuXYkHqCR2g4LPKxLi8KpyQxwG5iv0g-ERi74yhUg5DOyuzO5h34A6zdhDycHh76Fc_ebU8sBlYh_MTvj4Pt5XpbjquKOdvmr_4G46_gzlkkYmzdYbU/s801/Saudi%20Model%20Rumy%20Al-Qahtani%20to%20represent%20Saudi%20Arabia%20in%20her%20Miss%20Universe%20debut%20-%20Saudi-Expatriates.com.webp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Saudi Model Rumy Al-Qahtani to represent Saudi Arabia in her Miss Universe debut - Saudi-Expatriates.com" border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="801" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW6cmBxa2KI6n9KnLCsjmFr80Lx2gf_lLuEmBEJA4R3sl9wGFDxMWquJZP3EBi7FmjtaohKYB3PuXYkHqCR2g4LPKxLi8KpyQxwG5iv0g-ERi74yhUg5DOyuzO5h34A6zdhDycHh76Fc_ebU8sBlYh_MTvj4Pt5XpbjquKOdvmr_4G46_gzlkkYmzdYbU/w640-h360/Saudi%20Model%20Rumy%20Al-Qahtani%20to%20represent%20Saudi%20Arabia%20in%20her%20Miss%20Universe%20debut%20-%20Saudi-Expatriates.com.webp" title="Saudi Model Rumy Al-Qahtani to represent Saudi Arabia in her Miss Universe debut - Saudi-Expatriates.com" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://x.com/saudiexpat" target="_blank">Follow Saudi Expatriates on X</a></div>Aahil Shaikhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09960792418259779795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4862079369175236729.post-35309015907355911212024-03-28T22:01:00.001+03:002024-03-28T22:01:10.120+03:00Saudi Arabia declares March 27 of every year as Saudi Green Initiative day<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Saudi Arabia declares March 27 of every year as Saudi Green Initiative day</b></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: large;">Saudi Arabia has made March 27 the yearly Saudi Green Initiative Day, as a way to show its dedication to protecting the environment. This is also the date of the Saudi Green initiative launch in the year 2021. <b>Trending :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/to-issue-or-cancel-final-exit-visa-iqama-must-be-valid.html" target="_blank">Iqama must be invalid, in order to issue or cancel final exit visa</a></span></p><br /><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">In line with the bold Saudi Green Initiative (SGI), this day is meant to raise awareness and get people all over the Kingdom to take action for a greener future.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- With the theme "For Our Today and Their Tomorrow, KSA Together for a Greener Future," the first Saudi Green Initiative Day wants to get people from every aspect of life to work together for a greener future.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- It asks people to take an active role in environmental protection and asks them to share their promises for a Greener Saudi on social media using the phrase #ForAGreenerSaudi.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- On the Saudi Green Initiative's website, there is an information pack with a "pledge postcard" that tells people how they can help the country reach its environmental goals.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- On the first Saudi Green Initiative Day, more than 80 projects from the public and private sectors are highlighted. Together, they bring more than 705 billion riyals into the green economy. <b>Read :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/6-companies-offered-private-jets-cars-gold-sets-in-prizes.html" target="_blank">Ministry of Commerce summons 6 companies for violating competition regulations</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">- These programs are very important for speeding up Saudi Arabia's green transition. They are in line with Saudi Vision 2030's goals to improve people's quality of life and create new business possibilities in emerging areas.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- In addition, the SGI's work has made a big difference in restoring the environment, protecting wildlife, and stopping desertification and dust storms.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- On this day, important accomplishments include connecting 2.8 GW of green energy to the national grid, which is enough to power over 520,000 homes. More projects are currently being planned and built to greatly increase this capacity.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- As part of its plan to get 50% of its fuel from renewable sources by 2030, Saudi Arabia has made this progress.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Also, over 49 million trees and bushes were planted, and 94,000 hectares of damaged land were fixed up. This is a big step toward the goal of planting 10 billion trees across the Kingdom. <b>See Also :</b> <a href="Visitors and Pilgrims must aware of these rules before visiting Saudi Arabia" target="_blank">Visitors and Pilgrims must aware of these things before coming to Saudi Arabia</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">- During MENA Climate Week in Riyadh in October 2023, a detailed plan for long-term tree planting was released. This came after a lot of research and working with experts from around the world.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The improvement of protected land and marine places. In Saudi Arabia, 18.1% of land and 6.49% of marine environments are now protected.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Rewilding efforts for rare species have had a lot of success. Over 1,660 animals have been released back into the wild, and seven Arabian leopard cubs were born in Taif as part of a conservation breeding program.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed Bin Salman started the Saudi Green Initiative on March 27, 2021. It is a big plan to bring the Kingdom's environmental efforts together and make them better.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- SGI is an important part of Vision 2030 and shows that Saudi Arabia is serious about fighting climate change, encouraging sustainable innovation, and protecting the country's natural assets for future generations. <b>Recommend :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/procedure-to-follow-in-case-of-losing-something-in-makkah.html" target="_blank">Procedure to follow in case of losing something in Makkah Grand Mosque</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">The Ministry stated that the six perfumery businesses would be referred to legitimate authorities as they violated the requirements of commercial competitions stipulated in Anti-Commercial Fraud law.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- As gifts, they also announced they would give away camels, villas, gold sets, smartphones and more.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- According to the ministry, these businesses breached the rules about holding contests during the holy month of Ramadan by advertising them in their online stores and social media platforms.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The first company, announced a competition with prizes, a number of camels, cars, and gold sets. It violated the system by requiring purchase to enter the prize draw, and the regulatory procedures are being completed against it.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The 2nd company, announced a competition with its prizes as private planes, and violated the system by requiring purchase to enter the prize draw, and the implementation of the regulatory procedures against them is being completed. <b>Most Viewed : </b><a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/procedure-to-follow-in-case-of-losing-something-in-makkah.html" target="_blank">Procedure to follow in case of lost anything in the Makkah Grand Mosque</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">- The third company, announced a competition as its prizes, cars and smart phones, and violated the system by requiring purchase to enter the prize draw, and the regulatory procedures are being completed against them.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The 4th company, announced a competition whose prizes were cars and violated the system by requiring purchase to enter the prize draw, and misled consumers by claiming that the competition was regulated, and claimed that the Ministry of Commerce supervised it, and the implementation of the regulatory procedures against it is being completed.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The fifth company, a commercial complex in the Makkah Al-Mukarramah region organized an unlicensed commercial competition was announced and a car as prize and offered without specifying a date for the end of the competition, or a date for the draw, in violation of the purchase requirement to enter the competition, and the implementation of the regulatory procedures against it is being completed.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The 6th company, announced a competition with prizes like a residential villa and luxury cars, and violated the system by requiring purchase to enter the prize draw, and the implementation of the regulatory procedures against it is being completed. <b>Read :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/makkah-grand-mosque-introduced-smart-golf-carts-for-tawaf.html" target="_blank">Makkah Grand Mosque introduces Smart Golf Carts for elderly and disabled pilgrims</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">- Potential participants had to buy their goods in order to be able to enter the lottery drawing for the gifts that were up for grabs.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- One of the accused violators said that its competition was legal and supervised by the Ministry of Commerce, which was seen as an attempt to trick people who wanted to join.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The ministry said last week that it would be taking civil action against nine groups and individuals for holding illegal lottery prize draws.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The ministry said that in the kingdom, people are prohibited from participating in lottery draws that require them to buy goods and services in order to win cash prizes, money hidden inside the goods for sale, or to take part in draws.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- According to Saudi law against commercial fraud, it is illegal to make people buy things in order to enter commercial contests. In addition, the law does not allow events with rules that go against Islamic Sharia law and kingdom-wide customs. <a href="https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaPReDL3LdQMBp5JOn1C" target="_blank">JOin Saudi ExPatriates on WhatsAPp ChaNNel</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">The Ministry through its official X handle said that, </div></span><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">* In order to avoid losing their belongings while performing the rituals, reduce the luggage before arriving to the Makkah Grand Mosque.</span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">* Those who lost their belongings in the Makkah Grand Mosque, go to the Lost and Found office in next to Al-Marwa.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">* Report electronically through the Absher platform.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- In case, if the belongings of others found, they will be handed over to the Lost and Found office or inform to the security personnel near to you. <b>Most Viewed :</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/XCHnUS-2okI" target="_blank">How to cancel unknown sim cards available on your iqama</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Prophet's Mosque in Madina received nearly 15 Million visitors during the first half of Ramadan :</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Sultan Al-Badrani, who is in charge of Statistics and Information at the General Authority for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques, reported that almost 15 million people visited the Prophet's Mosque in Madina in the first half of the holy month of Ramadan.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">In an interview with Al-Ekhbariya, Al-Badrani said, "We were blessed to receive and serve these visitors in the Prophet's Mosque, along with the approximately 500,000 male and female worshipers in Al-Rawdah Al-Sharifa, thanks to legal permissions."</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The Authority's Director of Statistics and Information also said that ritual permits have made it easier to organize, get in, and agree on ways for guests to pray in general. <b>Read :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/to-issue-or-cancel-final-exit-visa-iqama-must-be-valid.html" target="_blank">Iqama of a worker must be valid, in order to issue or cancel final exit visa</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">This came in the Ministry's answer to a question asked to its "Beneficiary Care" account on the (X) platform about a Saudi citizen who met an Expatriate working in the Human Resources department who set up an interview for him to work in a clinic.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The Ministry instructed the person who made the complaint to use the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development for Individuals application form (<a href="https://ms.spr.ly/l/6010cSNea" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>) to file a report about violations of the labor law.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Second phase of the Saudization in Consulting Service Professions comes into force :</b></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) said that the second phase of the decision to nationalize those who work in consulting services professions started on March 25, 2024 , by 40%.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">According to the Ministry, this move is part of their plan to give both Saudi men and women in different parts of the Kingdom more interesting and useful jobs.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- In its second phase, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development said it would work to follow up on and carry out the decision. In order to get more Saudis to work, the Human Resources Development Fund (HADAF) will work with the Ministry of Finance, the Local Content and Government Procurement Authority, the Spending Efficiency and Government Projects Authority, and other groups to make sure that the plan fits the needs of the sector and the job market. <b>Read more :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2022/10/saudization-of-consulting-sector-professions-businesses.html" target="_blank">Saudization of Consulting sector professions</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">- Businesses in the private sector can use the human resources and social development system's incentives and support programs to help them hire Saudis.
These include helping to find and attract qualified workers, making sure they get the training and qualifications they need, and helping with the hiring and career continuity process. They can also get priority access to all Saudization support programs.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- On its website, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development put out a procedural guide that lists the required nationalization, professions, and percentages. It stresses how important it is for establishments to follow the rules so they don't have to deal with the legal penalties that will be applied to those who do not. <a href="https://m.me/j/AbY94WftoXtRsWWE/" target="_blank">Join Saudi Expatriates Facebook channel</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">No expat can get a final exit visa until he or she renews the iqama", a lawyer named Zyad Al Shalaan said in a TikTok video, "</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Earlier this, the General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) said that the worker's passport had to be valid for at least 60 days before they could give him a final exit visa from the Kingdom.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- All fines for Traffic violations must be paid before a Final exit visa can be issued.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- When the head of the family gets a final exit visa, it covers his dependents and friends who are living with him in the Kingdom, even if they are not in Saudi Arabia. <b>Read :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/02/know-12-important-details-available-on-iqama.html" target="_blank">Know the 12 important details available on your residence permit card</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">Recently, Saudi Jawazat announced that a final exit visa for a worker is free of charge through Jawazat e-services in Absher or Muqeem platform.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Once the Final Exit Visa is issued, it is valid for 60 days. If the worker fails to depart from the Kingdom by the end of that time, he or she will have to pay a 1000 riyal fine.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Expatriate workers who are outside of the Kingdom cannot change their exit re-entry visa into a final exit visa.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- It is possible to cancel final exit visa straight through the Absher e-services and the Tawasul service. However, the worker's Iqama must still be valid at the time of cancellation. <b>Recommend : </b><a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/02/know-12-important-details-available-on-iqama.html" target="_blank">Is it possible to arrest a worker with expired iqama?</a></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Employer is still responsible for a worker even issued them a final exit visa. This is because the worker is still in his system.</div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">On March 11, 2024, the golf cart service started running on top of the Grand Mosque to help the elderly and pilgrims with special needs during the holy month of Ramadan, which is the busiest time of the year for Umrah.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The authority said that the specified pilgrims can get to the golf cart spot through </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">1. Ajyad Escalators.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">2. The elevators at King Abdulaziz Gate and </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">3. The elevators at Bab Al Umrah.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The golf cart is able to be used for 12 hours a day, from 4:00 PM to 4:00 AM. <b>Most Viewed :</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/yilT35tzCLw" target="_blank">Eid Al-Fitr is likely to fall on this date in KSA</a></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- "The service is only for performing tawaf," the authority said, adding that it costs 25 Riyals per person, which includes VAT. In order to do tawaf, there are 50 golf carts available, and each one can accommodate 10 people.</div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">- The authority said that the carts could be used by buying tickets at the ticket booths on the roof of the Makkah Grand Mosque.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The idea makes it easier for people with special needs or physical problems to take part in the spiritual experience of Umrah. Videos on social media have already shown these carts carrying pilgrims to a special floor in the Grand Mosque where they will perform the holy practice.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The idea of using smart golf carts for this has been thought about since 2014, after the late King Abdullah gave the order.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- While Hajj can only happen once a year, the Umrah pilgrimage to the holy cities of Makkah and Madina can happen at any time of the year. The Kingdom is continuing to make it easier for Muslims around the world to make this journey. <b>Read : </b><a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/first-time-non-oil-revenue-in-saudi-arabia-is-half-of-its-gdp.html" target="_blank">For the first time, Saudi Arabia's non-Oil revenue is half of its GDP</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">The Ministry said that the holidays would begin at the end of work on Monday, April 8, which is Ramadan 29. This means that the holidays will last from Tuesday, April 9, to Thursday, April 11, inclusive. Friday, April 12, and Saturday, April 13, are official weekend days in the Kingdom. This means that most people who work in the private and non-profit sectors will have six days off in a row this year, until April 14, Sunday.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Public Sector Eid Al-Fitr Holidays :</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Meanwhile, public sector workers will have 10 days off for Eid al-Fitr this year, starting on Thursday, April 4, 2024, when work ends and concluding on Sunday, April 14, 2024.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The Ministry said in a statement, "Employers must follow what is set out in the second paragraph of Article 24 of the executive regulation of the Labor Law." <b>Recommend : </b><a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/ksa-to-penalize-1-million-riyals-for-hiring-foreigners-without-job.html" target="_blank">Hiring foreigners without jobs violation gets a new maximum fine of 1 million riyals</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">- According to the second paragraph of Article 24 of the Saudi Labor Law's executive rules, when weekends and holidays fall on the same days, the weekly rest must be made up by the equivalent of the days before or after those holidays.</div></span><div style="text-align: justify;"><br style="font-size: x-large;" /></div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- This year's holy month of Ramadan started on March 11. Eid Al-Fitr is the date when it ends. Over 1.8 billion Muslims around the world fast from dawn until dusk during Ramadan, a time for spiritual growth and thought.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Muslims around the world enjoy Eid Al Fitr, which is an occasion for joy. Families and friends get together to share meals, give and receive gifts, and be thankful for the good things that happened during Ramadan.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- During the holiday, people gather in mosques or public places to offer special prayers called Salat Al Eid. <b>See Also : </b><a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/eid-al-fitr-is-expected-to-fall-on-this-date-in-saudi-arabia.html" target="_blank">Eid Al-Fitr 2024 is expected to fall on this date in Saudi Arabia</a></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Another important part of Eid Al Fitr is giving to others, which is called Zakat Al Fitr. This makes sure that those who are less wealthy can also enjoy the Eid celebrations.</div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development in Saudi Arabia intends to make it a crime under a proposed plan it released for public comment online. The plan calls for fines of between 200,000 riyals to a maximum of 1 million riyals for the practice of hiring foreign nationals without a job offer in place.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The person responsible will also be deported from the country, if he is a foreign national.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- According to the Saudi news website Akhbar24, the ministry will be in charge of identifying such violations and referring them to the public prosecution for possible legal action under the appropriate court.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- In an effort to involve brokerage in fake labor, the ministry has suggested changes to the labor system. <b>Most Viewed :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/first-time-non-oil-revenue-in-saudi-arabia-is-half-of-its-gdp.html" target="_blank">First time ever, Saudi Arabia's half of the GDP is from Non-Oil revenue</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">- Saudi Arabia has been trying to control its labor market and make it more appealing and competitive in recent years because of its big foreign workforce.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- As part of an authentication plan announced last year by the Ministry of Human Resources through its Qiwa platform, private sector institutions are required to record the contracts of 20% of their employees in the first quarter of the year 2023, 50% in the second half, and 80% in the third quarter.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- A more stable work environment that encourages employees to be more productive and helps the kingdom's employment market grow is one goal of the plan, which aims to protect the rights of all parties involved in the contract.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Saudi Arabia improved its sponsorship system significantly in the Year 2020 as part of its massive labor reforms. <b>Read :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/eid-al-fitr-is-expected-to-fall-on-this-date-in-saudi-arabia.html" target="_blank">Eid Al-Fitr 2024 is expected to fall on this day in Saudi Arabia</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">The Health Ministry also clarified on its (X) platform that five milligrams of salt a day is enough for cooking as long as herbs, lemon, and spices are used to make up for the lack of salt.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Cutting down on salt in food can help lower blood pressure and the risk of heart disease and stroke, as per the Saudi Ministry of Health.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Earlier this week, The Food and Drug Authority in the Kingdom said, "You are less likely to get cardiovascular disease if you limit your salt intake to less than 5 grams per day."</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- In a post on its official platform "X" the Saudi Food and Drug Authority added that, "keeping salt intake at less than 5 grams per day (the equivalent of sodium intake at less than 2 grams per day) helps prevent high blood pressure and lowers the risk of heart disease and stroke in the adult population." <b>Most Viewed :</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/99VxZVLGq5M" target="_blank">Is Saudi Arabia reconsidering Dependent fee for expats?</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">- Meanwhile, the Consultant cardiologist Dr. Khaled Al-Nimr found two health benefits that happen when you eat less salt every day.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Al-Nimr on his (X) platform said that a healthy person should limit their daily intake of table salt to less than 5 grams. This will lower their risk of getting heart attacks and make it easier for them to control their blood pressure.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Previously, The Ministry of Health had stated that food should not contain too much salt. Because it can cause high blood pressure, heart attacks, strokes, heart failure, and problems with the kidneys. <b>Read : </b><a href="https://stories.saudi-expatriates.com/masaa-capacity-at-makkah-increased/" target="_blank">Al Mas'aa capacity increased in the Makkah Grand Mosque to</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">"All of Makkah is Haram" is the name of the commission's awareness campaign, and it was announced on the occasion of the enormous reward for performing prayer in all mosques in the entire area inside the boundaries of the Haram.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The commission highlighted that all visitors, pilgrims, and Makkah residents should pray in one of the mosques within the Haram to truly appreciate its greatness, as each mosque serves as a gateway to the Holy Capital, Makkah.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Praying in any of the mosques in Makkah that are situated within the Haram's borders can bring you tremendous reward, according to the commission. “The spirituality that the pilgrims find in Makkah extends beyond the Grand Mosque and covers all other mosques, including the Ayesha Al-Rajhi Mosque, Al-Balad Al-Amin Complex Mosque, Abdul Qadir Al-Nusair Mosque, Al-Muhajireen Mosque, King Abdulaziz Mosque, Princess Fahda Al-Sudairi Mosque, and Sheikh Ibn Baz Mosque," it said. <b><span style="color: red;">Most Viewed :</span></b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/first-time-non-oil-revenue-in-saudi-arabia-is-half-of-its-gdp.html" target="_blank">Non-Oil revenue of Saudi Arabia is now 50% of its GDP, for the first time</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">- The campaign's goal is to educate tourists and Umrah pilgrims about Makkah's spiritual qualities, the great reward for performing rituals there, the religious attractions within the Haram boundary, and the sanctity of these spots, so that every spot within the Haram boundaries has spiritual significance.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- It is worth mentioning that the boundaries of the Makkah Haram stretch north of Makkah for up to five kilometers to Al-Tanim, west for up to eighteen kilometers towards the Jeddah governorate, south for up to twenty kilometers towards the holy site of Arafat from the Grand Mosque, and east for up to fourteen and a half kilometers at Jaarana. It is said that 560 square kilometers make up the whole Haram.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- According to the commission, the campaign's inspiration comes from a belief in the collective and personal responsibility to honor these holy sites as signs of God and to raise awareness among tourists and pilgrims of their sacredness. Every location within the Haram's confines has spiritual significance, and this is something the campaign hopes to bring attention to. <span style="color: red;"><b>Read :</b> </span><a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/no-permit-to-repeat-umrah-during-ramadan.html" target="_blank">Saudi Arabia prohibits repeating Umrah during Ramadan</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">But early this year, Saudi Aramco, the state-run refinery, said that it will stop extending oil outputs. In an effort to diversify its revenue streams and increase GDP, the Kingdom is considering options other than oil exports.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Now that non-oil revenue exceeds 50% of Saudi Arabia's GDP, it has accomplished its goal. In the year 2023, half of the nation's GDP came from other industries, according to the Ministry of Economy and Planning in Saudi Arabia.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- With oil consumption falling slightly over the world, it is crucial to diversify its economy. The world's oil production and supply units took a first hit with the arrival of electric vehicles (EVs). <b>Recommend :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/fine-for-transporting-passenger-without-permit.html" target="_blank">Fine for transporting passengers without valid transportation license in KSA</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">- Approximately $453 billion, or 1.7 trillion Saudi Riyals, is the current valuation of Saudi Arabia's non-oil economy. A rise in non-oil revenues is related to rising investment, consumer, and export prices. There was also a record-breaking increase of 57% in private sector investments in the Kingdom, reaching 959 billion Saudi Riyals, or $254 billion.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Furthermore, exports of arts and entertainment reached a triple-digit growth rate of 106%, while exports of real services reached a growth rate of 319%. The food industry as a whole expanded by 77%, with storage and transportation services seeing a 29% increase.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Restaurants and hotels also had a 7% growth rate, while health and education witnessed a 10.8% growth rate. There was a 3.7% increase in Saudi Arabia's transport and communications. <b>See Also :</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/xW4J-mbjbyk" target="_blank">Do's and Dont's during Ramadan in Saudi Arabia</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">- The Saudi Arabian economy and GDP saw a 50% boost in the year 2023, with all these sectors contributing to the gain. Also, in an effort to attract tourists, Saudi Arabia is facilitating its policies and opening up to the tourism industry. Potentially contributing to economic growth and GDP in the years ahead is the tourist industry.</div></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdxqdyOGUMRICvQo9lXmhnWH6nFSH28DU1TumyEHIPd3ZACS2LnsPMoH7rekg0MnXWzDhmBwH3imVLqTZOWbOB5MW6AmjmWb2RadHCJtLs4jgokFd54h6l_iVHut15CC4op5wb4LWilm7mq-lo4cYe22m9MrTUhq25bnnkD7zgeSbtuq_uKJkNNP1gwJI/s900/For%20the%20first%20time,%20Non-Oil%20revenue%20in%20Saudi%20Arabia%20is%20now%20Half%20of%20its%20GDP%20-%20Saudi-Expatriates.com.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="For the first time, Non-Oil revenue in Saudi Arabia is now Half of its GDP - Saudi-Expatriates.com" border="0" data-original-height="598" data-original-width="900" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdxqdyOGUMRICvQo9lXmhnWH6nFSH28DU1TumyEHIPd3ZACS2LnsPMoH7rekg0MnXWzDhmBwH3imVLqTZOWbOB5MW6AmjmWb2RadHCJtLs4jgokFd54h6l_iVHut15CC4op5wb4LWilm7mq-lo4cYe22m9MrTUhq25bnnkD7zgeSbtuq_uKJkNNP1gwJI/w640-h426/For%20the%20first%20time,%20Non-Oil%20revenue%20in%20Saudi%20Arabia%20is%20now%20Half%20of%20its%20GDP%20-%20Saudi-Expatriates.com.jpg" title="For the first time, Non-Oil revenue in Saudi Arabia is now Half of its GDP - Saudi-Expatriates.com" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://m.me/j/AbY94WftoXtRsWWE/" target="_blank">Join Saudi Expatriates channel on Facebook</a></div>Aahil Shaikhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09960792418259779795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4862079369175236729.post-70617823367265500552024-03-19T21:29:00.003+03:002024-03-19T21:34:08.539+03:00Eid Al-Fitr 2024 is expected to fall on this date in Saudi Arabia and Arab world<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Eid Al-Fitr 2024 is expected to fall on this date in Saudi Arabia and Arab world</b></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: large;">In the Arab world and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the end of the Holy month Ramadan, also known as Eid Al Fitr, is expected to take place on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Eid Al-Fitr is the festival that ends the fasting of Ramadan month and the beginning of Shawwal month. <b><span style="color: red;">Trending :</span></b> <a href="https://youtu.be/xW4J-mbjbyk" target="_blank">Things to do and not to do during Ramadan in Saudi Arabia</a></span></p><br /><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">According to Ibrahim Al Jarwan, the Chairman of the Emirates Astronomy Society's Board of Directors, the Islamic community generally believes that Wednesday, April 10, 2024, will be the first day of the month of Shawwal. Muslims will observe a 30-day fast this year.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- On April 8, 2024, there will be a total solar eclipse, which happens to coincide with the birth of the Shawaal crescent. Since the crescent is seen before midnight, it means that it will be visible after sunset the next day in most Islamic countries.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- However, this is a astronomical expected date, the final decision will be issued after sighting the Shawwal Crescent and it will be announced by the Supreme Court in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on that date.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The Muslim festival of Eid al Fitr is a time of thanksgiving, renewal, and communal harmony, and it has deep cultural, religious, and spiritual meaning for Muslims. <b><span style="color: red;">Most Viewed :</span></b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/no-permit-to-repeat-umrah-during-ramadan.html" target="_blank">Saudi Arabia prohibits repeating Umrah during Ramadan</a></div></span><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div>
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">The end of the fasting and self-analysis period is celebrated on Eid Al Fitr.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- On the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr, Muslims congregate in mosques, open fields, or other large gathering places to offer special prayers called Salat Al Eid.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Sermons centered on thankfulness, compassion, and charity accompany the prayers. Friends and family gather for celebratory meals and gift-giving after the prayers. <b><span style="color: red;">Read :</span></b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/ramadan-fasting-lailatul-qadr-in-holy-quran.html" target="_blank">What Quran says on Lailatul Qadr</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">The authority has also extended an invitation to unlicensed providers to join forces with licensed companies, stressing the availability of financial incentives and other assistance programs in an effort to boost compliance and elevate transportation service quality.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The authority has launched the #DontrideWithNonLicensed campaign in collaboration with the Ministry of Interior, the Pilgrim Experience Program, the Public Prosecution, GACA, and MATARAT Holding Company to promote safe and dependable travel. Providing safe and reliable transportation to and from the airports in the Kingdom is a top priority, and this campaign is trying to get the word out that utilizing licensed carriers is important. <b>Recommend :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/no-permit-to-repeat-umrah-during-ramadan.html" target="_blank">Repeating Umrah is prohibited during Ramadan</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">- As an example, travelers at Jeddah's King Abdulaziz International Airport, can choose any of the 55 vehicle rental agencies, public buses, licensed passenger transport apps, and the Haramain High-Speed Railway and nearly 2,000 taxis are also available.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Electronic payment choices and real-time trip tracking are just two of the many services offered by licensed transportation companies that aim to enhance the travel experience and guarantee the safety and comfort of their customers. <b>See Also :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/under-nitaqat-foreign-investors-to-be-treated-as-saudis.html" target="_blank">Foreign investors to be counted as Saudis under Nitaqat</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">This is one of the clauses regarding the categorization of groups that would be considered equivalent to Saudis when determining the percentage of Saudization, as reported by the ministry's associated Qiwa platform.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The platform made it clear that the Nitaqat program treats two groups of non-Saudis as Saudis. The children of Saudi citizens who are mothers or widows of non-Saudi nationals are also considered citizens. Employees from Saudi Arabia who work remotely will receive the same benefits as their in-office counterparts.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The Qiwa platform also disclosed that Gulf nationals, employees from displaced tribes, and Gulf players or athletes will be treated as equal to Saudi nationals, while calculating percentage.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The Qiwa made it clear that while determining the percentage of Saudization, some expatriates will be calculated in fewer numbers. They comprise only 0.25 times the typical percentage of expatriate workers, as well as Palestinians with Egyptian passports and Baluchis. <b>Most Viewed :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/no-permit-to-repeat-umrah-during-ramadan.html" target="_blank">Repeating Umrah during Ramadan is prohibited</a></div></span><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div>
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">No permit is provided for undertaking two or more Umrahs during Ramadan, according to the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. The pilgrim are encouraged to make due with one lesser trip during the Ramadan holy month.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- According to a Saudi newspaper, the government made it clear that the restriction is in place to help manage crowds, reduce congestion, and allow more people to perform Umrah.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- A warning saying "The permit issuance fails" would show if the same person attempted to obtain a second Umrah permission electronically, according to Nusuk, a Saudi government platform that facilitates Umrah procedures electronically. We are unable to permit the Umrah for second time to take place during Ramadan so that everyone has an equal opportunity to perform Umrah.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The ministry highlighted the value of pilgrims adhering to the designated time window to complete the rituals, while also underlining the requirement of pilgrims obtaining permits granted from Nusuk applications in order to perform Umrah. The Nusuk app does not yet allow users to reschedule their Umrah appointment time. However, the ministry has announced that pilgrims can cancel their appointment in plenty of time before the scheduled time and receive a new permit if one becomes available. <b>Most Viewed :</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/zdkqwckFUn0" target="_blank">Check how many sim cards registered under your iqama</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Umrah visa:</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">During the holy month of Ramadan, the Grand Mosque would be flooded with pilgrims from all over the world who had come to practice Umrah and give prayers.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Saudi officials have revealed a number of plans to make the pilgrimage easier and more comfortable in preparation for the expected inflow.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- During the holy month of Ramadan, Umrah pilgrims are allowed only in the circumambulation courtyard, which surrounds the Holy Kaaba, and on the ground floor.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Also, in an effort to prevent crowding, officials have designated certain entrances and exits within the massive mosques for the use of pilgrims. <b>Read :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/gates-of-entry-exit-of-umrah-pilgrims-during-ramadan.html" target="_blank">Gates for entry and exits in Makkah Grand Mosque during Ramadan</a></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The Grand Mosque can be accessed by Umrah pilgrims by the following gates, King Abdulaziz Gate, King Fahd Gate, Umrah Gate, Al-Salam Gate, and doors 85–93 on the ground floor (with the exception of gate 88), Ajyad Staircase, Ajyad Bridge, Shubaika Stairways of 65–66, King Fahd Stairways of 91–92, and Stairway 84.</div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">- With the exception of the Al-Shubika staircase, which is reserved for use in emergency situations, the following exits are marked, side crossings 78–80, stairway 74, regular stairways 71–73–85–88, the King Fahd staircase, doors 75–77 and 81–83.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- On the ground floor, you'll find King Abdulaziz Gate, King Fahd Gate, Umrah Gate, and Al-Zubair Gate. On the first floor, you will find King Fahd Elevators. On the second floor, you will find Al-Arqam Stairway, Umrah Gate, Ajyad Stairway, and Marwa Stairway elevators. Finally, there's a roof accessible to those with special needs.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The kingdom has recently implemented an enormous number of services to facilitate the Umrah pilgrimage of Muslims from outside.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: large;">- The tomb of the Prophet Mohammad (Peace Be Upon Him) is located at the Prophet's Mosque in Medina, and Muslims with various entry visa</span>s, including personal, visit, and tourism visas, are permitted to do Umrah and visit Al Rawda Al Sharifa after making an online appointment. <b>See Also :</b><a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/ramadan-road-accident-deaths-climb-27-percent-before-iftar.html" target="_blank"><b> </b>Road accident deaths climb during Ramadan</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">"Increasing awareness and promoting rational consumption behavior is one of the inspiring solutions to deal with the huge amount of vegetables that are lost every year, which is a major challenge for the agricultural sector in the Kingdom," the Ministry said.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The ministry called this as an important issue for the agricultural sector and said that every year Saudi Arabia loses a lot of vegetables, like 234,000 tons of tomatoes, 201,000 tons of potatoes, 110,000 tons of onions, 82,000 tons of cucumbers, and 38,000 tons of zucchini, which adds up to over 335,000 tons of extra vegetable waste.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The ministry stresses how important it is to protect food supplies and asks everyone to work together to encourage responsible consumption and lower waste, which is necessary for agriculture to be sustainable. <b>Most Viewed :</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/99VxZVLGq5M" target="_blank">Is Saudi Arabia considering Dependent fee?</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">- The citizens and residents of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are asked to follow habits that help veggies be used efficiently and stored properly so that less food is wasted and the food system works well for everyone.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- These projects show that the ministry is serious about improving the economy, protecting the environment, and building a healthy future. They also stress that everyone needs to behave responsibly when they buy things. <b>Read :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/saudi-arabia-opens-worlds-first-3d-printed-mosque.html" target="_blank">World's first 3D-printed Mosque opens in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Quran (2:183) (Surah Al-Baqarah, Ayah 183) :</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: red;">يَٰٓأَيُّهَا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ كُتِبَ عَلَيْكُمُ ٱلصِّيَامُ كَمَا كُتِبَ عَلَى ٱلَّذِينَ مِن قَبْلِكُمْ لَعَلَّكُمْ تَتَّقُونَ</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">O you who have believed, decreed upon you is fasting as it was decreed upon those before you that you may become righteous.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Quran (2:184) (Surah Al-Baqarah, Ayah 184) :</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: red;">أَيَّامًا مَّعْدُودَٰتٍ ۚ فَمَن كَانَ مِنكُم مَّرِيضًا أَوْ عَلَىٰ سَفَرٍ فَعِدَّةٌ مِّنْ أَيَّامٍ أُخَرَ ۚ وَعَلَى ٱلَّذِينَ يُطِيقُونَهُۥ فِدْيَةٌ طَعَامُ مِسْكِينٍ ۖ فَمَن تَطَوَّعَ خَيْرًا فَهُوَ خَيْرٌ لَّهُۥ ۚ وَأَن تَصُومُوا۟ خَيْرٌ لَّكُمْ ۖ إِن كُنتُمْ تَعْلَمُونَ</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">[Fasting for] a limited number of days. So whoever among you is ill or on a journey [during them] – then an equal number of days [are to be made up]. And upon those who are able [to fast, but with hardship] – a ransom [as substitute] of feeding a poor person [each day]. And whoever volunteers excess – it is better for him. But to fast is best for you, if you only knew.</div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Quran (2:185) (Surah Al-Baqarah, Ayah 185) :</b></div></span><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: red;"> شَهْرُ رَمَضَانَ ٱلَّذِىٓ أُنزِلَ فِيهِ ٱلْقُرْءَانُ هُدًى لِّلنَّاسِ وَبَيِّنَٰتٍ مِّنَ ٱلْهُدَىٰ وَٱلْفُرْقَانِ ۚ فَمَن شَهِدَ مِنكُمُ ٱلشَّهْرَ فَلْيَصُمْهُ ۖ وَمَن كَانَ مَرِيضًا أَوْ عَلَىٰ سَفَرٍ فَعِدَّةٌ مِّنْ أَيَّامٍ أُخَرَ ۗ يُرِيدُ ٱللَّهُ بِكُمُ ٱلْيُسْرَ وَلَا يُرِيدُ بِكُمُ ٱلْعُسْرَ وَلِتُكْمِلُوا۟ ٱلْعِدَّةَ وَلِتُكَبِّرُوا۟ ٱللَّهَ عَلَىٰ مَا هَدَىٰكُمْ وَلَعَلَّكُمْ تَشْكُرُونَ</span></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The month of Ramadan [is that] in which was revealed the Qur'an, a guidance for the people and clear proofs of guidance and criterion. So whoever sights [the new moon of] the month, let him fast it; and whoever is ill or on a journey - then an equal number of other days. Allah intends for you ease and does not intend for you harship and [wants] for you to complete the period and to glorify Allah for that [to] which He has guided you; and perhaps you will be grateful.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Quran (2:187) (Surah Al-Baqarah, Ayah 187) :</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: red;">أُحِلَّ لَكُمْ لَيْلَةَ ٱلصِّيَامِ ٱلرَّفَثُ إِلَىٰ نِسَآئِكُمْ ۚ هُنَّ لِبَاسٌ لَّكُمْ وَأَنتُمْ لِبَاسٌ لَّهُنَّ ۗ عَلِمَ ٱللَّهُ أَنَّكُمْ كُنتُمْ تَخْتَانُونَ أَنفُسَكُمْ فَتَابَ عَلَيْكُمْ وَعَفَا عَنكُمْ ۖ فَٱلْـَٰٔنَ بَٰشِرُوهُنَّ وَٱبْتَغُوا۟ مَا كَتَبَ ٱللَّهُ لَكُمْ ۚ وَكُلُوا۟ وَٱشْرَبُوا۟ حَتَّىٰ يَتَبَيَّنَ لَكُمُ ٱلْخَيْطُ ٱلْأَبْيَضُ مِنَ ٱلْخَيْطِ ٱلْأَسْوَدِ مِنَ ٱلْفَجْرِ ۖ ثُمَّ أَتِمُّوا۟ ٱلصِّيَامَ إِلَى ٱلَّيْلِ ۚ وَلَا تُبَٰشِرُوهُنَّ وَأَنتُمْ عَٰكِفُونَ فِى ٱلْمَسَٰجِدِ ۗ تِلْكَ حُدُودُ ٱللَّهِ فَلَا تَقْرَبُوهَا ۗ كَذَٰلِكَ يُبَيِّنُ ٱللَّهُ ءَايَٰتِهِۦ لِلنَّاسِ لَعَلَّهُمْ يَتَّقُونَ</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">It has been made permissible for you the night preceding fasting to go to your wives [for sexual relations]. They are clothing for you and you are clothing for them. Allah knows that you used to deceive yourselves, so He accepted your repentance and forgave you. So now, have relations with them and seek that which Allah has decreed for you. And eat and drink until the white thread of dawn becomes distinct to you from the black thread [of night]. Then complete the fast until the sunset. And do not have relations with them as long as you are staying for worship in the mosques. These are the limits [set by] Allah, so do not approach them. Thus does Allah make clear His ordinances to the people that they may become righteous.</div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Quran (97:1-5) (Surah Al-Qadr, Ayah 1 to 5) :</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: red;">إِنَّا أَنْزَلْنَاهُ فِي لَيْلَةِ الْقَدْرِ وَمَا أَدْرَاكَ مَا لَيْلَةُ الْقَدْرِ لَيْلَةُ الْقَدْرِ خَيْرٌ مِنْ أَلْفِ شَهْرٍ تَنَزَّلُ الْمَلَائِكَةُ وَالرُّوحُ فِيهَا بِإِذْنِ رَبِّهِمْ مِنْ كُلِّ أَمْرٍ سَلَامٌ هِيَ حَتَّىٰ مَطْلَعِ الْفَجْرِ</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Indeed, We sent the Qur’an down during the Night of Decree. And what can make you know what is the Night of Decree? The Night of Decree is better than a thousand months. The angels and the Spirit descend therein by permission of their Lord for every matter. Peace it is until the emergence of dawn.</div></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw0839xfE89xu9DafPDqIhGvuQyo5kxXxQv83tpTQ0rTM5xKuGA93TYbrfK-xFn5ch8_YlHXByNCut43zw0xhLHqTnmmafPOk8F8ketYhrIyzDI0_fF1ePoD5oNLNyBXQzjCVSIr9UoFjkv2SOAbTizyv0g7yYqJ3nHa_AZTrQoZBeRNGQN6d7g1jK5K0/s850/Ramadan,%20Fasting%20and%20Lailatul-Qadr%20as%20per%20the%20Holy%20Quran%20-%20Saudi-Expatriates.com.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Ramadan, Fasting and Lailatul-Qadr as per the Holy Quran - Saudi-Expatriates.com" border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="850" height="398" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw0839xfE89xu9DafPDqIhGvuQyo5kxXxQv83tpTQ0rTM5xKuGA93TYbrfK-xFn5ch8_YlHXByNCut43zw0xhLHqTnmmafPOk8F8ketYhrIyzDI0_fF1ePoD5oNLNyBXQzjCVSIr9UoFjkv2SOAbTizyv0g7yYqJ3nHa_AZTrQoZBeRNGQN6d7g1jK5K0/w640-h398/Ramadan,%20Fasting%20and%20Lailatul-Qadr%20as%20per%20the%20Holy%20Quran%20-%20Saudi-Expatriates.com.jpg" title="Ramadan, Fasting and Lailatul-Qadr as per the Holy Quran - Saudi-Expatriates.com" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaPReDL3LdQMBp5JOn1C" target="_blank">Join Saudi Expatriates channel on WhatsApp</a></div></div>Aahil Shaikhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09960792418259779795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4862079369175236729.post-75690146346478835592024-03-16T21:28:00.005+03:002024-03-16T21:28:49.874+03:00Saudi Arabia opens World's First 3D printed Mosque in Jeddah<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Saudi Arabia opens World's First 3D printed Mosque in Jeddah</b></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: large;">The first mosque ever built using the groundbreaking technology of 3D printing was unveiled in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia recently, and the entire globe rejoiced. This mosque, located in the Al-Jawhara district, was named in honor of the late Abdulaziz Abdullah Sharbatly by his wife, the renowned Saudi businesswoman Wajnat Abdulwahed. <b>Trending :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/haramain-high-speed-train-offering-50-percent-discount-during-ramadan.html" target="_blank">Haramain Train offers Ramadan discount on its tickets</a></span></p><br /><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">The project was overseen by Abdulwahed, the head of Fursan Real Estate, and state-of-the-art 3D printers were obtained from Guanli, a well-known Chinese manufacturer of 3D printing technology. The development of a large 5,600 sq m building that skillfully combines modernity with tradition was made possible by this novel technique, this project was completed in just over 9 months.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Continuing on this theme, Abdulwahed explained that the mosque represents graceful architecture and that its layout is intended to make attendees feel welcome and at peace. Using advanced technology to build this futuristic mosque, Saudi Arabia stands out as an innovator, setting the way for a more progressive and sustainable future.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- By using 3D printing technology, Saudi Arabia is demonstrating its dedication to technical progress and opening the way for similar initiatives in the future. The nation's status as a center for technical innovation and progress is further highlighted by this historic accomplishment.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The presentation of the 3D-printed mosque shows a fusion of innovation and tradition, coinciding with the commencement of Ramadan, one of the holiest months in Islam. Abdulwahed is the driving force behind this massive undertaking, which will help the kingdom achieve its goals of diversifying its economy and adopting advanced technology as outlined in Saudi Vision 2030. <b>Most Viewed :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/11-important-warnings-to-visitors-hajj-pilgrims-in-saudi-arabia.html" target="_blank">11 important warning to Hajj pilgrims coming from all over the world</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">- This forward-thinking project, which adheres to the ideals of efficiency and sustainability, was brought to life by Fursan Real Estate Company in collaboration with Guanli, a prominent authority in the field of building 3D printing.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Similar to Dubai's 3D Printing Strategy, Saudi Vision 2030 represents the dedication of the Saudi government to utilizing revolutionary technology. Aiming to become a worldwide financial powerhouse, Saudi Arabia is working to diversify its economy and reduce its dependence on oil.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- A new era in architectural innovation has begun with the completion of this 3D-printed wonder, which has been accelerated by initiatives in the private sector. The innovative spirit of Abdulwahed symbolizes the nation's determination to embrace modernity while honoring its cultural legacy. We are entering a new era of sustainable, technologically advanced architecture, and this landmark signifies a big step in that direction. <b>Read :</b> <a href="https://stories.saudi-expatriates.com/salaries-in-saudi-arabia-to-increase/" target="_blank">Salaries in Saudi Arabia to increase this year</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">According to the official website of Haramain Railways, the ticket price is just 34 riyals with a 50% discount on economy class for those traveling from King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah to Makkah station during the holy month of Ramadan, in order to devote yourself to worship.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Similarly, the ticket price is just 78 riyals with a 30% discount on Business class for those traveling from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Makkah station during the the Ramadan month.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Additionally, 50% discount is available on those travelers who are traveling from Al-Sulimaniyah station in Jeddah to Makkah stataion in economy class, and the discounted ticket price is just 23 riyals. While for business class, the discount ticket price is just 58 riyals, at a discount of 30%. <b>Most Viewed :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/ramadan-road-accident-deaths-climb-27-percent-before-iftar.html" target="_blank">Ramadan road accident deaths climbs to 27% before iftar</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">- The terms and conditions of Haramain Railways website states that, the offer is valid on selected destinations and specific trips and other terms and conditions apply. 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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">A 10% rise in fatal traffic accidents occurs in the hours leading up to the holy month's morning call to prayer (fajr), according to the report of Saudi General Authority for Roads.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The official highlighted that drivers must follow all safety protocols at all times. In February 2024, it conducted over 112 inspection tours and related activities to guarantee the quality of road projects and maintenance works. Among these, 38 operations reviewed road project plans, and nine operations examined road construction materials.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">In addition to 33 road projects, the authority officials toured 32 companies that provide supplies for the construction of roads. With this, we hope to improve road control and supervision, make sure that quality requirements and standards are followed, and increase the level of safety. <b>Most Viewed :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/11-important-warnings-to-visitors-hajj-pilgrims-in-saudi-arabia.html" target="_blank">11 important warnings to visitors of Saudi Arabia</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">- Saudi Arabia maintained its position as the fourth best G20 country on the Road Quality Index (RQI), which had advanced to 5.7, according to a report of World Economic Forum report of the Year 2023.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The Roads General Authority (RGA) stated that, World Economic Forum report showed that the quality of Saudi Arabia's road infrastructure raised from 5.2 to 5.7 last year, with a growth rate of more than 10%, which is greatest among the G20 countries.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- One of the most important worldwide indexes for gauging road network quality, the RQI takes into account research and analysis of a variety of elements that influence road performance and user safety. <b>Read :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/riyadh-air-receives-morethan-1-million-job-applications.html" target="_blank">Riyadh Air receives over 1 million job applications</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">1. It is absolutely forbidden for pilgrims to engage in any form of business while on Haj Visa. The Saudi police force has the authority to arrest any pilgrim seen trying to do so.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">2. Similarly, it is strictly prohibited by Saudi Arabian law to raise flags or banners at the Two Holy Mosques in Makkah Mukarramah and Madinah Munawwarah.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">3. It is also prohibited to take anything that lying on the floor of the Two Holy Mosques.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">4. Arguing or quarrel with Saudi security personnel is not allowed in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">5. The Kingdom law does not allow to participate in sit-ins, protests, or sloganeering of any type. <b>Most Viewed :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/european-australian-american-pilgrims-can-now-book-for-hajj-via-nusuk-app.html" target="_blank">3 continent people can now book for Hajj via Nusuk Hajj</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">6. The possession of narcotics, medicinal herbs, synthetic capore, peppermint, cystone, khammera, gutkha, khaini, or any other type of illegal substance is strictly prohibited in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Those responsible will face consequences according to the law. Saudi Arabia has recently foiled multiple attempts to import narcotics as part of its "war on drugs" campaign.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">7. In Saudi Arabia, smuggling and trafficking is an offence punishable by up to death.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">8. It is prohibited to take photographs of unknown people in the Kingdom without their knowledge, taking photographs of government buildings, military personnel, sites, women and airports is prohibited.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">9. Saudi Arabia adheres strictly to Islamic law (Sharia). Visitors should respect and adhere to Islamic customs and traditions, including dress codes, behavior in public spaces, and observance of religious practices. <b>Read :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/riyadh-air-receives-morethan-1-million-job-applications.html" target="_blank">Riyadh Air receives over 1 Million job applications</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">10. Both men and women should dress modestly in public places of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">11. Visitors to Saudi Arabia must aware that, homosexuality is illegal and punishable by law in Saudi Arabia, LGBTQ+ individuals should exercise extreme caution and discretion to avoid legal repercussions.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">12. Begging or collecting donations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is also prohibited.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The Saudi government has the power to detain, arrest, or even expel the pilgrims, who face the prospect of heavy penalties or a lifetime prohibition from entering the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. <b>See Also :</b> <a href="https://stories.saudi-expatriates.com/why-is-vpn-ban-in-saudi-arabia/" target="_blank">Why is VPN ban in Saudi Arabia, know its penalties</a></div></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4KL_Zqt64eicAtIgloPaGDDHnvHp3sfRFKMxT-yWCW-xGHv__ZhyphenhyphenkyBlpnvWONgkN5ZbC3HXozGANv31JuNVyWioXjgSi_vu6ghxdn4JxeF1_gTdRaAEOu948jhifF8rvVIxEYipQzMujc6lKdzBZgWjkoR520C5I7EaOsU6ucHoWsLUuHJ4Xwv7Vtfo/s670/11%20Important%20warnings%20to%20Hajj%20pilgrims%20and%20visitors%20of%20Saudi%20Arabia%20-%20Saudi-Expatriates.com.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="11 Important warnings to Hajj pilgrims and visitors of Saudi Arabia - Saudi-Expatriates.com" border="0" data-original-height="463" data-original-width="670" height="442" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4KL_Zqt64eicAtIgloPaGDDHnvHp3sfRFKMxT-yWCW-xGHv__ZhyphenhyphenkyBlpnvWONgkN5ZbC3HXozGANv31JuNVyWioXjgSi_vu6ghxdn4JxeF1_gTdRaAEOu948jhifF8rvVIxEYipQzMujc6lKdzBZgWjkoR520C5I7EaOsU6ucHoWsLUuHJ4Xwv7Vtfo/w640-h442/11%20Important%20warnings%20to%20Hajj%20pilgrims%20and%20visitors%20of%20Saudi%20Arabia%20-%20Saudi-Expatriates.com.jpg" title="11 Important warnings to Hajj pilgrims and visitors of Saudi Arabia - Saudi-Expatriates.com" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://t.me/saudiexpatsnews" target="_blank">Follow Saudi Expatriates on Telegram channel</a></div>Aahil Shaikhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09960792418259779795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4862079369175236729.post-87769364141803285802024-03-14T12:22:00.001+03:002024-03-14T12:22:29.637+03:00European, Australian and American pilgrims can now book for Hajj through Nusuk app<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>European, Australian and American pilgrims can now book for Hajj through Nusuk app</b></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: large;">Pilgrims from Europe, Australia, and the two American continents can start making reservations for the Hajj 2024 immediately, according to the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in Saudi Arabia. Starting from Wednesday, March 13, they need to submit their Hajj applications via the Nusuk app. <b>Trending :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/02/hajj-without-permit-is-against-law-these-are-its-penalties.html" target="_blank">Penalties for performing Hajj without permit</a></span></p><br /><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">The Nusuk platform streamlines the registration, booking, and fee payment processes for pilgrims from Europe, the Americas, and Australia by utilizing computerized procedures. Housing, food, transportation, guidance, and airfare are all part of the service packages that they can choose from.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- If you are planning to do Hajj this year, you may find a wealth of information and services on the platform to help you make the most of your pilgrimage. The Nusuk app provides access to all of these features in seven different languages.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- It is worth mentioning that in December 2023, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah stated that the Nusuk Hajj application would be used to book the upcoming Hajj for foreign pilgrims.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The application is open to pilgrims from all over the world, including Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, South America, and Oceania, according to the Center for International Communication (CIC), which is part of the Ministry of Media. <b>Most Viewed :</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/ZOtZqBjO6TI" target="_blank">Collecting cash or donations in Hajj is a crime in Saudi Arabia</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">- In order to register their names, pilgrims must first create an account by providing an email address and then choose their current country of residence from the list that is offered.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- A once in a lifetime journey begins in Nusuk Hajj. In charge of it is the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, and it is essentially a one-stop platform. A range of Hajj packages provided by certified service providers are available to pilgrims, guaranteeing a smooth and meaningful spiritual journey that will last a lifetime.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- To accomplish the aims of the Saudi Vision 2030 initiatives and to enhance the pilgrims religious and cultural experiences, the application was developed. <b>Read : </b><a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/02/domestic-hajj-pilgrims-to-be-compensated-in-case-of-accommodation-violations.html" target="_blank">Domestic Hajj pilgrims to compensated on violations of accommodation</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">The airline held many recruitment roadshows in major cities including London, Paris, Dubai, and Riyadh, and got applications from more than 100 countries.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The planned launch year for the Riyadh Air is 2025. By increasing non-oil GDP by $20 billion and generating more than 200,000 employment worldwide and in Saudi Arabia, Riyadh Air aspires to help achieve Saudi Vision 2030 and diversify the Kingdom's economy.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- As Riyadh Air celebrates its first anniversary, CEO Tony Douglas made the following statement, "2023 was a monumental year for Riyadh Air, and we are extremely proud of the progress we have made in the last 12 months, but we are only just getting started."</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- He added that, "We are expecting an even bigger year this year and cannot wait to reveal more details as we speed up to our maiden flight in the Year 2025 and become the most forward-thinking carrier in the skies." <b>Recommend :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/pif-ranks-5th-among-worlds-sovereign-wealth-funds.html" target="_blank">Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund ranks 5th in the World's Sovereign Wealth Funds</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">- The airline has an option to buy a further 33 planes, bringing the total number of Boeing Dreamliners they have purchased to 39, as of last year. To power its Boeing 787 aircraft, Riyadh Air also inked a deal for 90 GEnx engines.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Airline partners Saudia, Turkish Airlines, Boeing, General Electric, CAE, Swiss AS, Lucid Motors, Lufthansa Systems, and Atlético de Madrid are among those with whom Riyadh Air has inked partnership agreements in the last year.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Adobe, IBM, Microsoft, Oracle, and Accenture were among the airline's other partners. Riyadh Air debuted two permanent dual-livery designs in its inaugural year.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- Riyadh Air also announced a deal with Turkish Airlines at the 15th International Civil Aviation Organization's (ICAO) Air Services Negotiation event (ICAN). This is the first major agreement for Riyadh Air outside of Saudi Arabia, and it will offer a wide variety of benefits to guests traveling between Saudi Arabia and Türkiye. <b>Most Viewed :</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/hAETRaswoTw" target="_blank">Saudi Jawazat launches new e-services related to Iqama and Passport in Absher and Muqeem</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">"We are delighted to inaugurate our brand new regional headquarters in Riyadh and lead a bold new chapter in supporting the dynamic transformation taking place across the logistics and infrastructure segment across Saudi Arabia," said Othman Aljeda, CEO of Aramex, commenting on the event.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- "I am excited to work with our stakeholders in the Kingdom to strengthen Saudi Arabia's position as a global leader in logistics and infrastructure as part of its Vision 2030 goals. This strategic decision demonstrates Aramex's long-term commitment to Saudi Arabia and its confidence in the Kingdom's economic future."</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- "As the logistics and transportation sector evolves rapidly around the region, we are strategically focusing on expanding our presence in Saudi Arabia with a new regional headquarters," stated Samer Marei, VP - Regional Headquarter at Aramex. <b>Most Viewed :</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/hAETRaswoTw" target="_blank">Jawazat launches 8 new e-services in Absher and Muqeem</a></div></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;">- This inauguration is a proud moment for Aramex as it continues to lead the way in providing cutting-edge logistics solutions, cutting-edge technology, and exceptional customer service to clients in the Kingdom and beyond. It also highlights Aramex's dedication to helping the Saudi Arabian logistics sector reach its Vision 2030 objectives.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- To position the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as the premier commercial, industrial, and investment hub for the MENA region, offering a variety of benefits and premium support services, the Regional Headquarters in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia initiative was first announced in February 2021.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- The goal is to attract multinational companies to establish their headquarters in the Kingdom. Both the Royal Commission for Riyadh City and the Ministry of Investment (MISA) worked together to launch the program. <b>Recommend :</b> <a href="https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2024/03/adobe-to-open-its-regional-headquarters-in-riyadh.html" target="_blank">Adobe to set up its new regional Headquarters in Riyadh</a></div></span><br />
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