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  • Saudi dissidents welcome to return to Kingdom: Head of state security

    Saudi dissidents who have been exploited by external entities to attack Saudi Arabia are welcome to return to the Kingdom, the Head of the Presidency of State Security Abdulaziz al-Howairini said. Speaking on MBC’s Hikayat Waad program, al-Howairini said that dissidents are welcome to return without facing any consequences if their opposition remained at the level of ideological influence and they were not implicated in criminal cases within the country. Saudi Arabia will not expose or publicize their names, he said, adding that the Kingdom focuses on rehabilitation rather than punishment. Dissidents wishing to return to Saudi Arabia can contact the designated number (990) to provide their identity and location for assistance, al-Howairini said. Alternatively, they can also delegate a family member to coordinate with the relevant authorities.

  • Cybersecurity market seen to rise 13% in Saudi Arabia: PwC official

    Samer Omar, PwC Middle East Cybersecurity & Digital Trust Leader, said Saudi Arabia's cybersecurity market is estimated at SAR 13-14 billion, of which 31% is dominated by the government & public sector and the remaining 69% by the private sector, as outlined in a 2024 report by the National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA). The market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11-13% over the next five years, driven by the continued investments and accelerated technological developments, Omar said in an interview with Argaam on the sidelines of LEAP 2025 Conference.

  • Saudi Arabia vows full support to Lebanon’s actions to safeguard citizens’ security

    Saudi Arabia expressed on Sunday its full support for the measures taken by the Lebanese government to safeguard the security of its citizens and respond decisively to the attack on the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated its confidence in the actions taken by President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, as well as in the efforts of the Lebanese Army to ensure security and stability. The outgoing deputy force commander of the UNIFIL was injured on Friday after a convoy taking peacekeepers to Beirut airport was "violently attacked", UNIFIL said. It said in a statement that the convoy was taking peacekeepers to Beirut airport when it was targeted and one of its vehicles set on fire.

  • Saudi Crown Prince congratulates Trump, talks Middle East security and economic ties

    Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman called US President Donald Trump on Wednesday to congratulate him on his inauguration and discuss key regional issues and investment opportunities, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported. MBS conveyed warm regards on behalf of King Salman, expressing optimism about President Trump’s leadership and its potential to foster progress for the American people. According to SPA, the two leaders discussed Middle East security and ways to deepen cooperation on issues like combating terrorism and promoting regional stability. The Crown Prince also reiterated Saudi Arabia's commitment to expanding its economic relations with the US, specifically outlining plans for investments worth $600 billion over the next four years with potential for further growth, SPA added.

  • New Honeywell centre cements Saudi Arabia’s position in global cybersecurity market

    Honeywell recently launched a new centre in Saudi Arabia’s Jubail to provide localised cybersecurity services for critical industrial sectors in the Kingdom, according to a press release. Honeywell Himaya Center, which was announced at the In-Kingdom Total Value Add (iktva) Forum and Exhibition 2025 in Dhahran, will support Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation and strengthen its position as a key player in the global cybersecurity market.

  • New Honeywell centre cements Saudi Arabia’s position in global cybersecurity market

    Honeywell recently launched a new centre in Saudi Arabia’s Jubail to provide localised cybersecurity services for critical industrial sectors in the Kingdom, according to a press release. Honeywell Himaya Center, which was announced at the In-Kingdom Total Value Add (iktva) Forum and Exhibition 2025 in Dhahran, will support Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation and strengthen its position as a key player in the global cybersecurity market.

  • Oil is no longer an energy security challenge as critical minerals take center stage, Saudi minister says

    “Oil is no longer an energy security challenge – it’s going to be gas, electricity, predominantly minerals,” Saudi Energy Minister Abdulaziz bin Salman told attendees at the annual Future Minerals Forum in Riyadh. “Today some of these countries, they have, as a country, 50% of the ownership of some of these required minerals and critical minerals ... countries are racing to access critical minerals and secure their own supply chain. Rushing to secure access to resources will ultimately lead to higher emissions, higher metals costs and higher energy prices.” The energy minister was referring to minerals critical to the energy transition and advanced technologies – including lithium, cobalt, nickel, graphite, manganese and other rare earth elements crucial for making things like electric vehicles, batteries, renewable energy technology, computers, and household goods.

  • The future of grain supply and food security in Saudi Arabia

    Anis Alam, a key player in Saudi Arabia’s grain supply sector, gives an exclusive interview to Miller Magazine, outlining the country’s changing food security strategies. In this in-depth conversation, he discusses the challenges and opportunities facing the grain industry, how Saudi Arabia is adapting to global trends, and the critical steps being taken to ensure sustainable supply chains for the future. Saudi Arabia plays a pivotal role in the grain markets of the Middle East due to its strategic position as a key importer and distributor of essential agricultural commodities. With its growing population and limited arable land and water resources, the country is heavily reliant on grain imports to meet its food and feed needs. As a result, grain trade has become a central element of Saudi Arabia’s food security strategy.

  • Saudi Interior Ministry confirms ban on transferring or publishing security surveillance camera recordings

    Saudi Arabia’s Interior Ministry confirmed that the provisions of the “Use of Security Surveillance Cameras” law prohibit the transfer or publication of security surveillance camera recordings. Security surveillance camera recordings can only be transferred or published with the approval of the ministry or the Presidency of State Security, based on a judicial order, or at the request of an investigating authority. The ministry explained that anyone who violates this rule will be punished with a fine of SR20,000 ($5,327). This includes anyone who transfers or publishes recordings in violation of the law or damages or vandalizes security surveillance camera systems or recordings.

  • Saudi, Pakistani interior ministers discuss security, anti-drug efforts in Riyadh

    Saudi Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif recently met Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Interior and Narcotics Control Mohsin Naqvi in Riyadh to discuss security cooperation and joint measures for combating narcotics. Prince Abdulaziz welcomed the Pakistani minister and his accompanying delegation to Saudi Arabia, highlighting that the meeting was held under the directives of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to strengthen security cooperation in light of the distinguished relations between the two countries. During the meeting, discussions centered on enhancing security cooperation, particularly the fight against drug trafficking. The two sides also addressed various issues of mutual interest.