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Saudi Arabia Launches Groundbreaking Drought Resilience Initiative at UNCCD COP16 to Accelerate Global Action

Riyadh Global Drought Resilience Partnership to transform global drought response from reactive to proactive

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — 02 December 2024: As part of Saudi Arabia’s ongoing efforts to combat the impact of drought globally, the Kingdom and its partners have launched the Riyadh Global Drought Resilience Partnership during the opening day of the 16th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP16) of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD).

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Ignite Creativity and Curiosity at OliOli®’s Tinker Makers Camp!

  • Tinker Maker camp will run from 16th December to 24th December 2024
  • Weekly and daily camp rates are available

This winter, OliOli® invites young innovators and creators to join the Tinker Makers Camp, a hands-on, imaginative experience designed to inspire children through STEAM-based activities. Starting on December 16th, the camp offers both weekly and daily rates, making it perfect for families looking to add a dose of fun and learning to their holiday plans.

The Tinker Makers Camp offers an exciting lineup of activities that will engage children’s problem-solving and creative skills! These include linkages, architectural engineering, circuits, catapults, motion movies, and more!

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Saudi Water Partnership Company Forum and Awards Ceremony Celebrates Achievements and Strengthens Collaboration in the Water Sector

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – The Saudi Water Partnership Company (SWPC) hosted its exclusive Forum and Award Ceremony at the prestigious Fairmont Hotel Riyadh, bringing together key stakeholders, government officials, and industry leaders for a day of dynamic dialogue, innovative workshops, and strategic networking aimed at advancing the sustainability and resilience of Saudi Arabia’s water sector.

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DGR and ICCROM explore strategies for Arabic heritage and culture preservation

Sharjah, November 27, 2024

Sheikh Fahim Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Government Relations (DGR) in Sharjah, explored avenues for strengthening cultural collaboration and developing sustainable initiatives for managing human heritage with Ms. Aruna Francesca Maria Gujral, Director-General of ICCROM (International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property), in the presence of Sheikh Majid bin Abdullah Al Qasimi, Director of DGR during a meeting at the House of Wisdom in Sharjah.

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Rasasi Perfumes brings ancient essence of oud to metaverse, launching first-ever virtual oriental scent experience

Dubai, UAE – November 27, 2024 – Rasasi Perfumes, a leader in luxury oriental fragrances, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by merging the ancient allure of Agarwood—known as oud—with the limitless possibilities of the metaverse. Partnering with Gamitronics and powered by the PartyNite metaverse, Rasasi has introduced an immersive virtual environment that redefines how luxury fragrances are experienced in the digital age, becoming the first in the region to bring oriental fragrances to the metaverse.

At the Theatre of Digital Art (TODA) in Dubai, Rasasi gave attendees the opportunity to witness a bold reinterpretation of oud, blending the brand’s heritage of refined perfumery with cutting-edge digital innovation. Through this immersive platform, Rasasi has created a multisensory experience that enables visitors to explore the rich aroma of Agarwood within a dynamic virtual forest. Utilizing advanced scent simulation and interactive digital landscapes, the experience bridges the gap between physical and virtual sensations, presenting oud in a context never before imagined.

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