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Najran, Najran University won a gold medal through the participation of student Ghaida Al-Yami at the International Invention, Innovation and Technology Exhibition (ITEX) 2024, held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from May 11 to 20.

The student participated in the exhibition by designing a watercolor mixing device connected wirelessly to a dedicated instructions application for mobile devices. The device aims to read color names and determine their location in an image using computer vision concepts and artificial intelligence.

The results demonstrated the application’s efficiency in helping people with color blindness draw traditional paintings without the help of a guide.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Jeddah: President Mohamed Ould Cheikh Ghazouani of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania left Jeddah today.

At King Abdulaziz International Airport, the president was seen off by Deputy Governor of Makkah Region Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz and several other officials.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Los Angeles: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, a primary sponsor of the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF), held from May 11 to 17 in Los Angeles, presented 18 prizes for innovative projects in science and technology.

Among the prizes are full scholarships for undergraduate studies at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, and enrollment in the Mawhiba Universal Enrichment Program.

This year marked the Kingdom’s 18th consecutive participation in ISEF. In previous fairs, Saudi students were awarded 133 prizes, including 92 grand prizes and 41 special distinctions.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Riyadh: The Hijrah Road, a vital artery spanning roughly 420 kilometers, connects the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah and plays a crucial role in facilitating the pilgrims’ journey between the two holy mosques.

The road boasts three lanes in each direction, ensuring smooth traffic flow. The government prioritizes pilgrim safety by implementing various measures, including side barriers, clear ground markings, and well-placed road signage.

Saudi Arabia’s commitment to infrastructure development is reflected in its world-leading ranking in the road connectivity index of the World Bank.

The focus on robust and secure transportation systems further enhances the pilgrims’ experience.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Surabaya, Indonesia’s Minister of Transport Budi Karya Sumadi commended the strong collaboration between his country and Saudi Arabia, and the success of the Makkah Route Initiative, which makes Indonesian pilgrims’ Hajj experience seamless, not least by carrying out their travel procedures before departure.

In a statement to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), Sumadi praised the initiative for shortening processing times and lauded the professionalism and organizational skills of the Saudi staff involved in the process.

Sumadi emphasized Saudi Arabia’s long-standing commitment to serve pilgrims, which dates back to the Kingdom’s founding. He also acknowledged the positive impact of the initiative under the leadership of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister.

The initiative expanded this year beyond Jakarta, to Surabaya and Solo, and the minister lauded the initiative’s goals and
its success at all levels.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia joins the world in celebrating the International Women’s Day in the Maritime Sector to emphasize the role of Saudi women and their pioneering and influential presence in the development of the maritime transport industry.

In 2021, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) adopted the International Women’s Day in the Maritime Sector, an annual event that falls on May 18th to facilitate the exchange of knowledge and experience in the sector, and encourage gender equality and innovation.

Moreover, the event is designed to support education and training for women in the maritime field and navigation, while promoting sustainable development in the maritime sector.

It is held this year under the title ‘Safe Horizons: Women Shaping the Future of Maritime Safety’.

Saudi women continue their distinguished and influential presence in this vital industry. In 2023, Hayat Al-Yabis was appointed as permanent representative to IMO, the first Saudi woman to hold this prestigious po
st. Wijdan Al-Suhaibani was the first president of the Arab Women in Maritime Association in 2017, Najla Al-Naimi was the first certified maritime trainer in the Kingdom, and Reem Al-Khowaiter was awarded the ‘Best Young Woman of the Year’ award.

Source: Saudi Press Agency