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8 Marine Stations Updated To Saudia Experience Store In Riyadh; 5 GCC Updates For You

With new developments taking place in the GCC region, it's important to be updated with all that is happening here.

by Anupriya Mishra
8 Marine Stations Updated To Saudia Experience Store In Riyadh; 5 GCC Updates For You

With new developments taking place in the GCC region, it’s important to be updated with all that is happening here. And if you are someone who constantly wants to be updated with the new developments in the region, then you have come to the right place. Yes, here’s a list of updates from the GCC region that you wouldn’t want to miss.

Gcc updates

1. MBZ-SAT Blasts Off To Space

MBZ-SAT, which is the most advanced satellite in the region, was blasted off to space on January 14 at 11:09 PM. This was done from the Vandenberg Air Force Base in California and is the second Emirati-built satellite that has been catapulted into the Earth’s orbit. It was blasted into space aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket.

2. Dubai RTA Improves Eight Marine Stations

Recently, Dubai RTA announced that it has upgraded eight marine transport stations across the emirates. This involved upgrading the infrastructure of the marine transport stations. As a result, there is improved, nighttime lighting, provision for handrails/handgrips, and enhanced flooring with safety and security marking. Not to mention, it is in compliance with maritime standards.

3. Paid Parking Announced In Kalba City

Sharjah
Pic credits: Wikimedia Commons

From February 1 onwards, there will be paid parking in Kalpa city of Sharjah. This was announced by the Kalbag municipality on Tuesday, January 14. The paid parking will be from 8 AM to 10 PM from Saturdays to Thursdays and Fridays will be free. However, zones where fees apply throughout the week and on unofficial holidays will be exempted from this.

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4. Kiren Rijiju Visits Saudi Arabia

Recently, Kiren Rijiju, who is the Minister of Minority Affairs and Minister of Parliamentary Affairs visited Saudi Arabia. He also had the honour of visiting the vicinity of the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah. He visited the country for a key discussion surrounding Hajj 2025. Not to mention, the visit was a crucial step towards ensuring the preparation for the pilgrims of the country is seamless.

5. Saudia Experiential Store In Riyadh

Saudia took to its official account on X to welcome people to its experience store at Roshn Front in Riyadh. Offering travel and after-sales services, virtual reality experience, and exclusive products, this experience store is worth a visit. It’s open from Sunday to Thursday between 9 AM and 9 PM and allows visitors to enjoy their services in a seamless and delightful environment.

With the list of these updates, we hope you are able to stay ahead of all the news developments.

Cover Image Courtesy: X/saudia & rta_dubai

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First Published: January 15, 2025 6:15 PM