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Anti-Narcotics Directorate Joins Interior Ministry Pavilion at Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition 2026
The General Directorate of Narcotics Control is taking part in the Ministry of Interior's pavilion at the International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition 2026, held in Riyadh from 1 to 10 October under the slogan 'An Experience for Everyone'.

Diriyah Gate Development Authority Named Heritage Partner of International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition 2026
Diriyah Gate Development Authority joins the International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition 2026 as official Heritage Partner under the theme 'A Legacy Inherited,' spotlighting the UNESCO-listed At-Turaif District.

«Qarnas» Goes Live Daily at 6 PM from the International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition
A live program broadcasting from the exhibition grounds brings falconry, hunting and heritage conversations to audiences beyond the venue every evening.

Saudi Camel Federation Returns to Falcons and Hunting Exhibition for Fifth Year
The Saudi Camel Federation is participating in the International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition 2026 for the fifth consecutive year, offering visitors a hands-on camel racing experience and a two-day auction.

Live Cooking Shows Bring Italian and Saudi Flavors Together at Saudifood 2026
Chefs from Saudi Arabia and abroad led live cooking sessions at Saudifood Show 2026 and Saudifood Manufacturing 2026 in Jeddah, blending Italian and Saudi culinary traditions.

Saudi Media Innovation Bootcamp Extends Registration to October 15
The Saudi Media Innovation Bootcamp, a Saudi Media Forum initiative, has extended its registration window to October 15 amid growing interest from media innovators ahead of the forum's third edition in 2027.

37 Italian firms bring food-processing expertise to Jeddah as exports near SR2.2bn
Italy's agri-food exports to Saudi Arabia approached SR2.2 billion in the first 11 months of 2025, as 37 Italian companies took part in the Saudifood exhibitions in Jeddah, split between food products and manufacturing technology.

Saudi Food Show 2026 Hosts Live Culinary Events Showcasing Innovative Flavors
The Saudi Food Show 2026 in Jeddah is hosting live cooking events that bring together culinary professionals and visitors to showcase innovative dishes and refine professional cooking practices.

Military displays join the programme of the International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition 2026
The 2026 edition of the International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition adds daily military displays staged by the Ministry of Interior, with fixed slots across the afternoon and evening.

Shuttle buses from 3 Riyadh stations to serve 2026 Falcons and Hunting Exhibition visitors
The 2026 International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition is running round-the-clock shuttle buses from three Riyadh locations to its venue in Malham, with outbound trips from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm and return trips from 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm.

Saudi Food Show and Saudi Food Manufacturing open in Jeddah with 1,000+ exhibitors from 95 countries
The Saudi Food Show and Saudi Food Manufacturing 2026 opened at Jeddah Superdome, drawing over 1,000 exhibitors from more than 95 countries and showcasing 100,000+ products across the food value chain.

«Al-Khayyal» Brings Live Equestrian Experience to Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition 2026
The Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition 2026 introduces «Al-Khayyal», a live equestrian experience letting visitors engage with horses up close as part of its «An Experience for Everyone» theme.

Malaysia Returns to Saudi Build 2026 with 25-Entity Pavilion
Malaysia's trade office in Jeddah is organizing a 25-entity pavilion at Saudi Build 2026, its third consecutive participation, with B2B matchmaking sessions linking Malaysian exporters to Saudi importers, distributors and contractors.

Al-Milwah Race Expands to 12 Rounds with SAR 723,000 in Prizes at the 2026 Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition
The Al-Milwah race at the 2026 Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition grows from six rounds to 12, with total prizes of SAR 723,000 and participation restricted to chicks purchased at the international falcon farms auction.

King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2026 Adds Three Rounds for Mongolian Falcons Sold at the Exhibition
The King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2026 has allocated three competitive rounds exclusively for Mongolian falcons purchased at the International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition 2026, covering one Al-Melwah race and two Al-Mazayin beauty contests.

Melwah Racing expands to 12 rounds with SAR 723,000 in prizes at Saudi Falcons Exhibition 2026
The Melwah Racing competition at the Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition 2026 grows to 12 rounds across six falcon breeds, with total prizes of SAR 723,000 and participation restricted to chicks purchased at the international auction.

Biotech Investment to Create 11,000 Jobs in Saudi Arabia by 2030, Summit Told
Dr. Huda Al-Fardous said Saudi Arabia's biotech market is growing 13.5% annually, with investment expected to generate 11,000 jobs by 2030, speaking on the sidelines of the Riyadh Global Medical Biotechnology Summit 2026.

Al Sharqia Forum Session Debates How to Measure Training Impact
A 20-minute intervention at Al Sharqia Forum for Development and Training 2026 argued that training impact can be measured through the right tools and continuous assessment.

Financial Academy CEO: Knowledge Alone Is Not Enough to Financially Empower Clients
Manea bin Mohammed Al-Khamsan told a Money20/20 Middle East 2026 session that access to financial services does not by itself amount to empowerment, calling for measuring real behavioral change rather than course completion.

Riyadh Hosts Third International Facility Management Conference and Exhibition on September 20
The third edition of the International Facility Management Conference and Exhibition (SFMA EXPO 2026) opens in Riyadh on September 20 under the patronage of Minister Majid bin Abdullah Al-Hogail, bringing together more than 225 entities and 200 speakers.

KACST Highlights National Biotech Capacity Building at Riyadh Summit
KACST showcased its health sector achievements and launched an open-source tool at the Riyadh Global Medical Biotechnology Summit 2026, reinforcing Saudi Arabia's national biotech strategy.

Saudi Industry Forum 2026 Concludes in Jeddah with Focus on Innovation and Future Cities
The Saudi Industry Forum 2026 wrapped up in Jeddah with two presentations on innovation and entrepreneurship support and the requirements of future cities amid rapid industrial transformation.

Saudi Industry Forum Session Examines Grain Supply Resilience and Milling Efficiency
A food security session at the Saudi Industry Forum 2026 in Jeddah reviewed the Kingdom's strategic grain storage system and efforts to sustain wheat reserves exceeding 2.5 million tons, sufficient for roughly six months.

Saudi Industry Forum Session Examines Digitalization's Role in Advanced Manufacturing
A session at the Saudi Industry Forum 2026 in Jeddah examined how digitalization, automation and AI are reshaping advanced manufacturing, and reviewed efforts to align education with industrial labor market needs.
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