Saudi Embassy in Australia participated in the Flower Festival with “Taif Roses”

The Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Australia participated in the annual Floriade Festival, held in the Australian capital, Canberra.

This occasion is one of the largest cultural events in Australia; It has more than 500,000 visitors.

The embassy’s participation this year in a cultural pavilion was to introduce the “Taif rose” and its products and methods of manufacture forced.

the Saudi embassy focused this year on the extent to which roses are linked to the culture of the Kingdom, especially the Taif region.

This occasion was also used to promote Saudi tourism, culture, and arts, and to highlight commercial and investment opportunities, especially in the field of Taif roses.

The Kingdom’s pavilion was very well received by Australian officials, diplomats, and visitors of different nationalities, who expressed their admiration for what was displayed during this occasion.

Saudi Embassy in  Canberra celebrates Kingdom’s 92nd National Day

Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to Australia, H.E Mesaad bin Ibrahim Al-Sulaim hosted a reception on Friday 23rd of September 2022  on the occasion of Saudi Arabia’s 92nd National Day.

The event, held at the Hyatt Hotel in Canberra, was attended by many dignitaries, including Australian government officials, members of parliament, academics, diplomats, Arab and Muslim community members, and Saudi students and business people.

The event started with the national anthems of Saudi Arabia and Australia and the exchange of congratulations and wishes of both friendly countries by the Ambassador Al-Sulaim and the Acting Chief of Protocol at Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Sophie Knight.

In a speech during a ceremony to mark the occasion, Ambassador to Australia, H.E Mesaad bin Ibrahim Al-Sulaim highlighted the Kingdom’s march throughout its history until the current prosperous era of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Ambassador Al-Sulaim praised the achievements of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 in the economic, investment and development, and emphasizing the importance of the Saudi Arabia  relationship with Australia.

These relations have strengthened over time. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations to present, a number of high-level visits and important meetings have taken place, which culminated in the signing of more than 13 bilateral agreements. Those support further cooperation and sharing of experiences in areas of common interest. Ambassador Al -Sulaim Said

The ceremony included a visual presentation on bilateral relations, the development of urban and economic renaissance, joint investments, and contribution to new projects included in the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.

Saudi Arabia celebrates ‘Year of Saudi Coffee at the University of Canberra

Saudi Arabia’s initiative designating 2022 as “Year of Saudi Coffee” spilled over at its pavilion at the the University of Canberra , Australia , as part of “Moonlit Markets “ event of the inaugural week-long multicultural celebration known as Cross-Culture on 1st  and 2 September , 2022.

The Saudi Coffee  pavilion presented the importance and status of coffee in Saudi society, with its different types, flavors and tastes, as these types represent multiple regions of the Kingdom.

Saudi Arabia is one of the world’s most coffee consuming countries, and is currently striving to achieve self-sufficiency in Khawlani coffee beans and raising its economic return, with the aim of contributing to raising the non-oil GDP.

Saudi Embassy In Canberra Celebrates 91st National Day

The Saudi Embassy in Canberra celebrated the Kingdom’s of Saudi Arabia 91st National Day,  On this special day, Saudi Ambassador to Australia, Mesaad bin Ibrahim Al-Sulaim, outline some of the kingdom’s long-term goals.

Vision 2030

Introduced in 2016, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has stated this initiative’s targets merely form the initial phase of transformation necessary to enable Saudi over the coming decades “to grow and to prosper and to compete at the world level,” he said.

Furthermore, he is already looking towards 2040, when the focus of the transformation shifts from enabling to achieving global competitiveness.

Meanwhile, in October Saudi Arabia will host the inaugural Saudi Green Initiative (SGI) and The Middle East Green Initiative (MGI) in Riyadh. Both are aimed at reversing environmental degradation and climate change. Intended to reshape its economy, they “provide an ambitious roadmap for the kingdom and region to confront the generational challenge and meet worldwide emissions targets,” the ambassador said.

The goals include raising vegetation cover, reducing carbon emissions, combating pollution and land degradation, and preserving marine life.

COVID-19 response

“The Kingdom pledged $500 million to support global efforts to combat the coronavirus pandemic and urged other countries and organisations to help bridge an $8 billion financing gap,” ambassador Al-Suleim said.

They also allocated “$150 million to the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness and Innovation, $150 million to the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunizations, and $200 million to other health organisations and programmes.”

Recently the kingdom also pledged $5.3 million to provide coronavirus vaccines for 22 developing countries to combat the COVID-19 pandemic.

Tourism

As soon as travel back into Australia is normalised the ambassador invites you to visit Saudi Arabia.

“Saudi Arabia offers geographical and historical diversity, highlighting natural resources, archaeological treasures and historical places that meet the aspirations of tourists,” he said.

The authority has prepared programs to attract tourism, and has been activating tourism investment and the role of the private sector.

Saudi-Australia relations

The ambassador said that Australia and Saudi Arabia’s friendly relationship is underpinned by commercial ties and shared membership in the G20. This is complemented by Australia’s engagement with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), which are both headquartered in Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Arabia is an important trading partner in the Middle East region for Australia, but the ambassador also said there is significant potential for economic ties to grow, given our areas of mutual interest such as in agriculture, mining services, education and construction.

Vision 2030 also provides opportunities for Australian business in priority sectors. “Saudi Arabia’s needs are well suited to Australian capabilities,” he said.

Saudi Arabia Ambassador: UN Aramco attacks report ‘leaves no doubt’ over Iran’s hostile intentions

  Saudi Arabia welcomed a UN report confirming Iranian involvement in attacks on    Saudi Aramco oil processing facilities in September 2019

  Saudi Arabia Ambassador to Australia Mesaad Ibrahim Alsulaim said in a press         release Statement Friday  “the findings of UN Secretary General Antonio   Guterres’ report “leaves no doubt for the international community about Iran’s     hostile intentions towards the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in particular, and not only   targeting Saudi Arabia, but also the international economic system.

“Iran continues to pose a major threat to the future of the region and its identity by using sectarian militias and provoking devastating civil wars. The Houthi militia has carried out 1,659 attacks on civilians in the Kingdom and launched 318 ballistic missiles all provided by Iran against the cities and villages of the Kingdom”.

  “We urge the international community to impose sanctions on Iran’s missile         program as well as its nuclear program. The nuclear agreement is weak and yet     Iran continues to violate it, and the world must stand firmly against Iran’s terrorist policies. Iran must be held accountable for their aggressive behavior and for trying to destabilize the region , the Ambassador add in press statement .

Saudi Ambassador Inaugurates Saudi Cultural Activities in Canberra.

 On  Saturday 22 February 2020, The Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi     Arabia to Australia His Excellency Mr Mesaad Ibrahim AL Sulaim and ACT   Minister for Multicultural Affairs Chris Steel, MLA, inaugurated a series of     Saudi cultural activities, held at the annual National Multicultural Festival        (NMCF) in the Capital Canberra .

Ambassador AL Sulaim and Minister Steele toured the Kingdom Pavilion at the festival. The Ambassador stressed the importance of participating in international cultural events to introduce the ancient culture of Saudi Arabia, which reflects the extent of development that has reached it throughout history.                                                                                                                            He expressed his thanks and appreciation to the Australian Minister OF Multicultural Affairs , Australian officials, Arab and foreign ambassadors, and community members who visited the Saudi pavilion and expressed friendly expressions of friendship with the Kingdom of Saudi arabia and its people, also express thanks to members of the Saudi culture Mission and Saudi students who participating in the events.

The Saudi Stalls was visited by huge number of interested Australians in addition to politicians and dignitaries from the International and Arab diplomatic corps.

This year, the Embassy focused on the Saudi Arabia’s presidency of the G20 in Riyadh this year and offers on tourism in the Kingdom through the Kingdom’s 2030 vision, which attracted the attention of the festival’s audience.

The Stall showcased the rich and vibrant Saudi culture and heritage and introduced the traditional Saudi Hospitality , by offering the Stalls visitors Arabic coffee, dates and Saudi pastries.

Also Saudi folkloric Group performance shows on the Festival Stage and took part in a parade that officially launched the Festival.

Saudi Arabia stands with Australia in fighting bushfires

SA NEWS – Thu 09-01-2020

Saudi Arabia’s King Salman bin Abdulaziz al-Saud has affirmed that Saudi Arabia stands with Australia in difficult conditions in the face of current forest fires.

During a telephone call today to Prime Minister Scott Morrison, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman expressed the readiness of his country to provide assistance to Australia to help overcomes this disaster, the Saudi Press Agency, SPA, reported.

The King expressed his condolences to the Prime Minister and families of the deceased, wishing the injured a speedy recovery. He also said that the Kingdom and its people share with the Australian people feelings of pain as a result of this disaster.

The Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Australia celebrates the launch of the tourist visa

Canberra 29-9-2019 – Under the title “Welcome to the World” the Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Australia held a reception party in Canberra today to celebrate the launching of the new Saudi Arabia Tourist E-visa scheme for 49 countries, including Australia.

The event was attended by a number of Australian Government officials and dignitaries, as well as a number of journalists, tourism representatives and businessmen in Australia.

Addressing the gathering, the Saudi ambassador to Australia Musaed bin Ibrahim Al-Sulaim said in his speech that the Kingdom is opening its doors to the world. “We welcome people and businessmen in this sector, where major investment opportunities are available to invest in tourism in order to achieve the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 under the leadership of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and HRH the Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.”

Saudi Arabia has a bold vision for 2030

Saudi Arabia celebrated its National Day on Monday, September 23 and the Saudi Ambassador to Australia Mesaad bin Ibrahim Al-Suleim used the opportunity to emphasise the importance of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, a goal to create a vibrant society in which all citizens can fulfill their dreams, hopes and ambitions to succeed in a thriving economy.
The Ambassador described it as one of the most important decisions, launched to make optimal use of the huge capabilities and resources that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia enjoys, and noted that the Vision will become a pioneering and successful global model on all fronts.

Ambassador Al-Suleim also stressed the significance of Australia’s contribution towards the Vision, in being an active partner since its announcement. The Kingdom aspired for larger participation from Australian companies in the Saudi markets to take part in investment opportunities.

With respect to Australia’s participation in the huge projects of Vision 2030, Ambassador Al-Suleim mentioned the strong partnership between Australia and the Kingdom in the aviation sector, and referred to the cooperation between the Australian College of Aviation and the International Aviation Technical College in Riyadh to provide training programs for Saudi citizens in the field of aircraft maintenance, towards preparing them to enter the workforce with the biggest international and domestic airlines.

Foreign investments in the Kingdom

Ambassador Al-Suleim emphasised the great significance of the Saudi economy in the world. He said that the Saudi economy is one of the largest economies in the region, since the open markets of the Kingdom create a large competitive advantage. The various investment opportunities and its efforts to diversify its economy, generate optimism when it comes to foreign direct investment (FDI). The rate of FDI that flowed to Saudi Arabia in 2018 alone increased by about 127 per cent from the previous year. Furthermore, due to the stable economic factors in the Kingdom, its consumer confidence exceeded the regional rate.
On the other hand, the clear growth in private credit and debt as well as the increased public spending in infrastructure and other projects, have created tremendous opportunities across the Middle East. These factors combined resulted in tangible developmental achievements.

Economic relations with Australia

Ambassador Al-Suleim stated his satisfaction with the economic relations between the Kingdom and Australia. He said the Kingdom, given its strategic location as a commercial crossing point between East and West, is an entry point for global economy and a gateway for regional markets.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Australia are important partners in many international organisations strengthening their ties, including the G-20, which will be hosted by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 2020.
The Kingdom’s exports to Australia, most notably basic metals industries and plastic, amounted to more than $604 million AUD. Meanwhile, Australia’s exports to the Kingdom amounted to $745 million Australian dollars, most notably food products.
In addition, the bilateral investments between the two countries has developed quite significantly.

Saudi embassy in Canberra celebrates 88th National Day

Canberra, Muharram 14, 1440, September 24, 2018, SPA — The ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Australia Musaed bin Ibrahim Al-Sulaim held a reception party in Canberra today to celebrate the 88th national day of the Kingdom.
The event was attended by Lindel Sax, Head of Protocol at the Australian foreign ministry, and a number of government officials and dignitaries as well as the Saudi community Australia, including students on scholarships in Australia.
Addressing the gathering, the ambassador extended congratulations to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, HRH the Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and the Saudi government and people on the 88th national day.
He said the Kingdom, after having laid the foundations of its political, economic, social, cultural pillars over the last seven decades, is now proceeding to achieve its vision 2030, which envisages building a prosperous economy, vigorous society and ambitious nation.
–SPA
19:36 LOCAL TIME 16:36 GMT