Saudi Arabia strategic Projects: news, discussions & updates
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Nuclear research exists in Saudi Arabia
Since the eighties AD
It is not new..but It is good to develop and expand capabilities
Between the past and the present
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"Hot cell ports"
They allow the handling of highly radioactive materials, such as materials used in the production of radioisotopes for medical and industrial applications. Hot cells are rooms specially designed to protect workers while they use control levers to handle radioactive materials.
Dating back to 1982
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Lucid Group (listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange with the symbol LCID), the manufacturer of the most advanced electric vehicles in the world and represented in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by Lucid, announced the signing of a strategic memorandum of understanding with the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Company (EVIQ) to provide advanced infrastructure for high-speed charging to support the adoption of electric cars in the Kingdom.
The memorandum of understanding reflects the strategic alignment between Lucid and EVIQ to cooperate and exchange experiences to develop and improve the charging infrastructure for electric vehicles in the Kingdom, contribute to increasing the adoption of these vehicles at the local level, and enhance the Kingdom’s position as a leading center for innovation and development in electric vehicle technologies.
The Lucid Air is one of the fastest charging electric cars on the market today, and Lucid is committed to providing a high-level and expanded ownership experience, making it easier than ever to buy and own the best electric cars in the world. Under the memorandum of understanding, Lucid will cooperate with EVIQ to provide high-speed public charging capabilities to Lucid customers through EVIQ stations in the Kingdom.
On this occasion, Faisal Sultan, Vice President and Managing Director of Lucid in the Middle East, said: “The cooperation between Lucid and EVIQ constitutes a quantum leap in addressing one of the most prominent challenges preventing the widespread spread of electric cars – easy access to reliable charging stations. This partnership links Lucid’s expertise in designing, manufacturing, and supporting the sustainable mobility sector with EVIQ’s extensive experience in developing and operating public charging networks, including fast charging stations, which contributes to advancing innovation and accelerating the pace of spread of electric vehicles in the Kingdom.”
For his part, Mohammed Qazzaz, CEO of EVIQ, said: “We seek to provide the best infrastructure and technology of its kind in the Kingdom to enable drivers in Saudi Arabia to purchase and use electric vehicles with confidence. This partnership with Lucid constitutes another important step towards achieving our goal of Establishing a national network of fast charging stations by 2030, in line with the Saudi Green Initiative and the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 regarding enabling and encouraging the use of electric vehicles throughout the Kingdom.”
The memorandum of understanding reflects the strategic alignment between Lucid and EVIQ to cooperate and exchange experiences to develop and improve the charging infrastructure for electric vehicles in the Kingdom, contribute to increasing the adoption of these vehicles at the local level, and enhance the Kingdom’s position as a leading center for innovation and development in electric vehicle technologies.
The Lucid Air is one of the fastest charging electric cars on the market today, and Lucid is committed to providing a high-level and expanded ownership experience, making it easier than ever to buy and own the best electric cars in the world. Under the memorandum of understanding, Lucid will cooperate with EVIQ to provide high-speed public charging capabilities to Lucid customers through EVIQ stations in the Kingdom.
On this occasion, Faisal Sultan, Vice President and Managing Director of Lucid in the Middle East, said: “The cooperation between Lucid and EVIQ constitutes a quantum leap in addressing one of the most prominent challenges preventing the widespread spread of electric cars – easy access to reliable charging stations. This partnership links Lucid’s expertise in designing, manufacturing, and supporting the sustainable mobility sector with EVIQ’s extensive experience in developing and operating public charging networks, including fast charging stations, which contributes to advancing innovation and accelerating the pace of spread of electric vehicles in the Kingdom.”
For his part, Mohammed Qazzaz, CEO of EVIQ, said: “We seek to provide the best infrastructure and technology of its kind in the Kingdom to enable drivers in Saudi Arabia to purchase and use electric vehicles with confidence. This partnership with Lucid constitutes another important step towards achieving our goal of Establishing a national network of fast charging stations by 2030, in line with the Saudi Green Initiative and the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 regarding enabling and encouraging the use of electric vehicles throughout the Kingdom.”
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Saudi Arabia Launches EVIQ To Deploy 5,000 Fast Chargers Nationwide
https://thesaudiboom.com/saudi-arabia-launches-eviq-to-deploy-5000-fast-chargers-nationwide/
https://thesaudiboom.com/saudi-arabia-launches-eviq-to-deploy-5000-fast-chargers-nationwide/
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Saudi Aramco acquires a 40% stake in Pakistan Gas and Oil Company
The acquisition represents Aramco's first entry into Pakistan's retail fuel markets
Saudi Aramco signed final agreements to acquire a 40% stake in Pakistan Gas and Oil Company Limited “GO”.
“GO” is a company that works in the field of fuels and lubricants..Diversified Stores, one of the largest warehousing and retail companies in Pakistan. According to Aramco’s statement, the agreed upon acquisition represents the first Saudi Aramco's entry into the retail fuel markets in Pakistan, which strengthens the company's own strategy of value chain in the refining, chemicals and marketing sector at the global level.
The deal will enable Saudi Aramco to secure additional outlets for its refined products, and open new markets for oils Lubricants bearing the Valvoline brand, after Saudi Aramco’s acquisition of the products business of the American company Valvoline in February 2023 AD.
On this occasion, the President of Refining, Chemicals and Marketing at Saudi Aramco, Mohammed bin Yahya Al-Qahtani, said:
“This is Saudi Aramco’s second planned acquisition in the retail sector this year.
This is in line with the company's strategy to expand in the field of refining, chemicals and marketing.. And the company's clear vision to develop its integrated business portfolio in the field of refining and marketing, and lubricants, trade, and chemicals around the world.”
Al-Qahtani added that Go Company possesses important storage capabilities, in addition to its high-quality assets and future growth opportunities. Which enhances Saudi Aramco’s ambitions to launch Its brand in Pakistan.
The acquisition represents Aramco's first entry into Pakistan's retail fuel markets
Saudi Aramco signed final agreements to acquire a 40% stake in Pakistan Gas and Oil Company Limited “GO”.
“GO” is a company that works in the field of fuels and lubricants..Diversified Stores, one of the largest warehousing and retail companies in Pakistan. According to Aramco’s statement, the agreed upon acquisition represents the first Saudi Aramco's entry into the retail fuel markets in Pakistan, which strengthens the company's own strategy of value chain in the refining, chemicals and marketing sector at the global level.
The deal will enable Saudi Aramco to secure additional outlets for its refined products, and open new markets for oils Lubricants bearing the Valvoline brand, after Saudi Aramco’s acquisition of the products business of the American company Valvoline in February 2023 AD.
On this occasion, the President of Refining, Chemicals and Marketing at Saudi Aramco, Mohammed bin Yahya Al-Qahtani, said:
“This is Saudi Aramco’s second planned acquisition in the retail sector this year.
This is in line with the company's strategy to expand in the field of refining, chemicals and marketing.. And the company's clear vision to develop its integrated business portfolio in the field of refining and marketing, and lubricants, trade, and chemicals around the world.”
Al-Qahtani added that Go Company possesses important storage capabilities, in addition to its high-quality assets and future growth opportunities. Which enhances Saudi Aramco’s ambitions to launch Its brand in Pakistan.
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The American Ambassador in Riyadh: The historic agreement will change the Middle East
The American Ambassador to the Kingdom, Michael Ratney, confirmed that the expected Saudi-American security agreement will be “historic” and will change the face of the Middle East for the better; It includes expanding political, security and economic cooperation.. In addition to meeting Saudi Arabia's basic demand for a path to establishing an independent Palestinian state.
The American Ambassador to the Kingdom, Michael Ratney, confirmed that the expected Saudi-American security agreement will be “historic” and will change the face of the Middle East for the better; It includes expanding political, security and economic cooperation.. In addition to meeting Saudi Arabia's basic demand for a path to establishing an independent Palestinian state.
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The Kingdom and Brazil sign an agreement for cooperation in the field of defense
His Highness the Defence_Minister meets the Brazilian Vice President
They sign a draft agreement between the governments of the two countries for cooperation in the field of defense.. The Minister of Defense and the Brazilian Vice President discuss technology transfer and localization
Since the Kingdom is the largest operator of ASTROS II launchers, it is certain that the Kingdom has a desire to localize the production of projectiles, missiles and containers locally..
The Kingdom also signed an agreement to assemble and manufacture important parts of the C-390 aircraft and other planes..
As well as radar systems
Brazil has good naval industries, such as sea missiles and multi-purpose drone boats
Drones
His Highness the Defence_Minister meets the Brazilian Vice President
They sign a draft agreement between the governments of the two countries for cooperation in the field of defense.. The Minister of Defense and the Brazilian Vice President discuss technology transfer and localization
Since the Kingdom is the largest operator of ASTROS II launchers, it is certain that the Kingdom has a desire to localize the production of projectiles, missiles and containers locally..
The Kingdom also signed an agreement to assemble and manufacture important parts of the C-390 aircraft and other planes..
As well as radar systems
Brazil has good naval industries, such as sea missiles and multi-purpose drone boats
Drones
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Royal Decree: Fees for licensing weapons for diplomats in Saudi Arabia
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, issued a royal decree requiring the collection of fees for issuing and renewing weapons licenses issued to members of the diplomatic and consular corps accredited to the Kingdom, on the basis of the principle of reciprocity, and in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Pursuant to the Royal Decree, Paragraph (D), concerned with collecting fees, was added to Article 31 of the Weapons and Ammunition Law.
The system allows members of the diplomatic and consular corps accredited to the Kingdom to bring, carry and acquire standard individual weapons, as well as their ammunition, after obtaining a license or to obtain these weapons from stores licensed to sell within the Kingdom on the condition of reciprocity. The license is issued by the competent authority upon a request from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. .
Members of the diplomatic and consular corps may only transfer ownership of a licensed weapon to a member of the same diplomatic mission or consulate accredited to the Kingdom. Otherwise, it must be proven that the weapon left the Kingdom upon the expiration of the licensee’s residence in the Kingdom or upon the cessation of his diplomatic or consular status, unless the source of its acquisition was from within, in which case it may be disposed of in accordance with the Weapons and Ammunition Law and its regulations.
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The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, issued a royal decree requiring the collection of fees for issuing and renewing weapons licenses issued to members of the diplomatic and consular corps accredited to the Kingdom, on the basis of the principle of reciprocity, and in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Pursuant to the Royal Decree, Paragraph (D), concerned with collecting fees, was added to Article 31 of the Weapons and Ammunition Law.
The system allows members of the diplomatic and consular corps accredited to the Kingdom to bring, carry and acquire standard individual weapons, as well as their ammunition, after obtaining a license or to obtain these weapons from stores licensed to sell within the Kingdom on the condition of reciprocity. The license is issued by the competent authority upon a request from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. .
Members of the diplomatic and consular corps may only transfer ownership of a licensed weapon to a member of the same diplomatic mission or consulate accredited to the Kingdom. Otherwise, it must be proven that the weapon left the Kingdom upon the expiration of the licensee’s residence in the Kingdom or upon the cessation of his diplomatic or consular status, unless the source of its acquisition was from within, in which case it may be disposed of in accordance with the Weapons and Ammunition Law and its regulations.
المعاملة بالمثل في استحصال رسوم رخص أسلحة الدبلوماسيين
المعاملة بالمثل في استحصال رسوم رخص أسلحة الدبلوماسيين
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Medina Airport receives the first flights of Chinese pilgrims
Today, Prince Muhammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Medina received the first flights of the pilgrims arriving from the People’s Republic of China to perform Hajj rituals for this year 1445 AH, and completed their entry procedures smoothly and conveniently.
Today, Prince Muhammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Medina received the first flights of the pilgrims arriving from the People’s Republic of China to perform Hajj rituals for this year 1445 AH, and completed their entry procedures smoothly and conveniently.
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Industrial integration between the Kingdom of Morocco and Saudi Arabia
An important meeting between the Moroccan and Saudi Ministers of Industry regarding industrial integration between the two countries with the establishment of work teams specialized in precise and joint projects
At the beginning of my visit to Morocco, I held fruitful meetings with Her Excellency the Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, and Her Excellency the Minister of Economy and Finance, and we discussed ways to enhance cooperation in a number of vital areas. We also reviewed the promising investment opportunities available in both countries, and opened new horizons for sustainable partnership.
I held fruitful discussions in the Moroccan capital, Rabat, with my brother, His Excellency the Minister of Industry and Trade, and we discussed ways to enhance economic cooperation and increase the volume of trade exchange. We also discussed joint investment opportunities in vital sectors such as the automobile and pharmaceutical industries, in addition to discussing some challenges and developing the necessary plans to solve them.
During my meeting with a number of investors and businessmen in the Kingdom of Morocco, I emphasized the great potential that both Saudi Arabia and Morocco enjoy, especially in light of their huge phosphate reserves. I also reviewed the promising opportunities that the Kingdom provides in a number of targeted industrial sectors.
* The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Kingdom of Morocco enjoy huge phosphate resources, and together they contribute more than 40% of the global production of phosphate fertilizers..They can make it OPEC with Jordan, China and the US..
I visited the Tangier Med Port in Morocco, and viewed its advanced facilities and installations, and discussed with port officials opportunities to enhance logistical cooperation between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Kingdom of Morocco, in order to achieve the common interests of the two countries and enhance the Kingdom’s position as a global industrial and logistics center.
I reviewed with a group of opinion leaders and economic analysts in the Kingdom of Morocco; The achievements achieved by Saudi Vision 2030, especially in the industrial and mining sectors, and we exchanged views on a number of economic issues, emphasizing the importance of the media and its pivotal role in spreading awareness and achieving development goals.
Today in Rabat, I received my brother, His Excellency the Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, Mr. Bandar bin Ibrahim Al-Khorayef, who is on an official working visit to the Kingdom of Morocco at the head of a high-level delegation.
An important meeting between the Moroccan and Saudi Ministers of Industry regarding industrial integration between the two countries with the establishment of work teams specialized in precise and joint projects
At the beginning of my visit to Morocco, I held fruitful meetings with Her Excellency the Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, and Her Excellency the Minister of Economy and Finance, and we discussed ways to enhance cooperation in a number of vital areas. We also reviewed the promising investment opportunities available in both countries, and opened new horizons for sustainable partnership.
I held fruitful discussions in the Moroccan capital, Rabat, with my brother, His Excellency the Minister of Industry and Trade, and we discussed ways to enhance economic cooperation and increase the volume of trade exchange. We also discussed joint investment opportunities in vital sectors such as the automobile and pharmaceutical industries, in addition to discussing some challenges and developing the necessary plans to solve them.
During my meeting with a number of investors and businessmen in the Kingdom of Morocco, I emphasized the great potential that both Saudi Arabia and Morocco enjoy, especially in light of their huge phosphate reserves. I also reviewed the promising opportunities that the Kingdom provides in a number of targeted industrial sectors.
* The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Kingdom of Morocco enjoy huge phosphate resources, and together they contribute more than 40% of the global production of phosphate fertilizers..They can make it OPEC with Jordan, China and the US..
I visited the Tangier Med Port in Morocco, and viewed its advanced facilities and installations, and discussed with port officials opportunities to enhance logistical cooperation between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Kingdom of Morocco, in order to achieve the common interests of the two countries and enhance the Kingdom’s position as a global industrial and logistics center.
I reviewed with a group of opinion leaders and economic analysts in the Kingdom of Morocco; The achievements achieved by Saudi Vision 2030, especially in the industrial and mining sectors, and we exchanged views on a number of economic issues, emphasizing the importance of the media and its pivotal role in spreading awareness and achieving development goals.
Today in Rabat, I received my brother, His Excellency the Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, Mr. Bandar bin Ibrahim Al-Khorayef, who is on an official working visit to the Kingdom of Morocco at the head of a high-level delegation.
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