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NewsDesk Milli Chronicle January 1, 2026January 1, 2026 artisanal heritage Middle East, contemporary craft dialogue, creative residencies Ithra, cultural education programs, cultural exchange initiatives, cultural identity through craft, global Islamic art, handicrafts and identity, heritage preservation Saudi, Islamic art exhibitions, Islamic craftsmanship legacy, Ithra cultural programs, Ithra exhibitions 2025, palm weaving art, Saudi art institutions, Saudi cultural innovation, Saudi handicrafts heritage, Saudi traditional costumes, traditional crafts Saudi Arabia, women artists Arab world

Ithra Celebrates a Landmark Year Reviving Handicrafts and Cultural Memory

Dhahran – The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture, widely known as Ithra, marked 2025 as a defining year in

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NewsDesk Milli Chronicle January 1, 2026January 1, 2026 conflict resolution Gaza, diplomatic cooperation Saudi, East Jerusalem capital, Gaza humanitarian support, humanitarian aid Gaza, international aid coordination, Israel ceasefire issues, Middle East peace initiatives, Palestinian Authority funding, Palestinian banking support, Palestinian reform program, Palestinian Vice President meeting, peace negotiations Middle East, Prince Faisal diplomacy, regional stability Middle East, Saudi Arabia Diplomacy, Saudi Foreign Policy, Saudi Palestinian relations, sustainable Palestinian state, West Bank stability

Saudi Foreign Minister Strengthens Dialogue on Palestinian Humanitarian Support and Peace Efforts

Riyadh – Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held a constructive meeting with Palestinian Vice President Hussein Al-Sheikh in

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NewsDesk Milli Chronicle December 31, 2025December 31, 2025 Al-Ula cultural festival, Diriyah Season events, Eastern Province Sharqiya Winter Festival, Jeddah Winter Wonderland, Madinah Islamic heritage, Qiddiya theme park, Red Sea Project luxury, Riyadh staycation attractions, Saudi art exhibitions, Saudi beach parties, Saudi Corniche entertainment, Saudi culinary experiences, Saudi cultural tourism, Saudi family activities, Saudi live music events, Saudi luxury resorts, Saudi New Year celebrations, Saudi outdoor events, Saudi winter festivities, Winter at Tantora

Saudi Cities Shine with Spectacular Staycation Experiences for New Year Festivities

Riyadh – Saudi Arabia welcomes 2026 with vibrant staycation attractions across its major cities, offering families and visitors an unforgettable

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NewsDesk Milli Chronicle December 31, 2025December 31, 2025 bilateral trade Saudi Russia, cultural exchange Saudi Russia, diplomatic engagement Middle East, energy market stability, global energy security, international collaboration, international peace initiatives, King Salman diplomatic meeting, Middle East Diplomacy, regional stability initiatives, Riyadh international relations, Russia Saudi economic ties, Saudi Foreign Policy, Saudi Russia cooperation, Saudi Russia investment, Saudi Russia political relations, Saudi Russia relations, Saudi Russia technology projects, strategic partnership Saudi Russia, Vladimir Putin message Saudi

Saudi-Russia Relations Strengthened as King Salman Receives Message from President Putin

Riyadh – Saudi Arabia and Russia continue to reinforce their longstanding diplomatic and strategic ties, highlighted by King Salman receiving

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NewsDesk Milli Chronicle December 31, 2025 academic quality improvement, community engagement universities, educational excellence Saudi, equitable access education, global university ranking, higher education leadership, Imam Mohammed Ibn Saud Islamic University, IMSIU ranking, inclusive learning programs, international education recognition, lifelong learning initiatives, modern teaching methods, Quality Education Index 2025, research innovation Saudi, Saudi Arabia higher education, SDG 4 education, student learning outcomes, sustainable social impact, Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, Vision 2030 education

Imam Mohammed Ibn Saud Islamic University Tops Quality Education Index, Ranks 29th Globally

Riyadh – Imam Mohammed Ibn Saud Islamic University has achieved a remarkable milestone by securing the top position in Saudi

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NewsDesk Milli Chronicle December 31, 2025December 31, 2025 biodiversity conservation Saudi Arabia, biodiversity protection Gulf, community engagement wildlife, ecological balance initiatives, ecotourism promotion, endangered species programs, environmental awareness campaigns, environmental education programs, Gulf Cooperation Council collaboration, Gulf Wildlife Day 2025, habitat monitoring, nature reserves Saudi, protected areas management, Saudi Arabia natural heritage, Saudi National Center for Wildlife, species conservation efforts, sustainable ecosystems Saudi, UN Sustainable Development Goals, wildlife preservation Saudi, wildlife reintroduction

Saudi National Center Celebrates Gulf Wildlife Day, Highlights Biodiversity and Conservation Efforts

Riyadh – The National Center for Wildlife in Saudi Arabia is celebrating Gulf Wildlife Day, emphasizing its dedication to preserving

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NewsDesk Milli Chronicle December 30, 2025December 30, 2025 afforestation research Saudi Arabia, Asir region biodiversity, botanical diversity Saudi Arabia, climate resilience Saudi Arabia, desert greening projects, ecological conservation efforts, ecosystem preservation, environmental sustainability KSA, green development strategy, habitat restoration initiatives, land degradation solutions, native flora protection, native plant conservation, native trees Asir, Saudi afforestation program, Saudi Green Initiative, sustainable land restoration, sustainable planting programs, vegetation cover expansion, Vision 2030 environment

Saudi Arabia identifies over 165 native plant species to advance afforestation in Asir region

Jeddah – Saudi Arabia has taken a significant step toward environmental restoration after identifying more than 165 native plant species

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NewsDesk Milli Chronicle December 30, 2025December 30, 2025 business compliance inspections, digital compliance tools KSA, disability integration workplaces, economic reform Saudi Arabia, human resources strategy KSA, inclusive employment initiatives, labor law enforcement, labor market regulation, Ministry of Human Resources KSA, occupational safety Saudi Arabia, private sector compliance Saudi Arabia, private sector governance, regulatory efficiency Saudi Arabia, Saudi labor inspections, Saudi workforce development, Saudization policies, sustainable labor market growth, Vision 2030 labor reforms, worker rights protection, workplace safety standards

Saudi Arabia strengthens labor market oversight with 370,000 private sector inspections in Q3

Riyadh – Saudi Arabia has reinforced its commitment to a fair and efficient labor market after conducting more than 370,000

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NewsDesk Milli Chronicle December 29, 2025December 29, 2025 Al Hakam Palace meetings, Arab diplomatic engagement, Bangladesh Saudi relations, consul general Bangladesh Jeddah, diplomatic cooperation Middle East, diplomatic talks Riyadh, international relations Saudi Arabia, Lebanese ambassador Saudi Arabia, Madinah governor meeting, Middle East cooperation, Prince Faisal bin Bandar, regional governance diplomacy, regional stability dialogue, Riyadh governor meeting, Saudi Arabia ambassadors, Saudi foreign relations, Saudi leadership diplomacy, Saudi Lebanon relations, Saudi regional diplomacy, Vision 2030 diplomacy

Riyadh governor receives Lebanese ambassador, reaffirming commitment to diplomatic cooperation

Riyadh – Riyadh Governor Prince Faisal bin Bandar welcomed the Ambassador of Lebanon to Saudi Arabia, Ali Karanouh, during an

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NewsDesk Milli Chronicle December 29, 2025December 29, 2025 advanced biomaterials development, biomedical nanotechnology Saudi, cartilage repair nanomaterial, global scientific collaboration, human space exploration benefits, International Space Station research, microgravity biomaterials, organ transplantation research, Rayana Barnawi experiments, regenerative healthcare technology, regenerative medicine innovation, Saudi astronauts achievement, Saudi biomedical research, Saudi Space Agency breakthrough, Saudi space research, space medicine Saudi Arabia, space-based medical solutions, SSA-HSF1 mission, tissue engineering Saudi Arabia, Vision 2030 science initiatives

Saudi astronauts achieve pioneering breakthrough in cartilage-repair nanomaterial research

Riyadh – Saudi Arabia has reached a landmark scientific achievement with its astronauts contributing to the production of a cartilage-repair