The Chinese Embassy in Saudi Arabia has issued a notice:                    From September 2, 2024, to December 31, 2025, all applicants applying for a single or double-entry short-term visa (with a stay of up to 180 days) at Chinese embassies and consulates abroad will be exempt from fingerprint collection. This measure is aimed at further facilitating visa applicants.

In April 2017, the China-Arab Reform and Development Center was inaugurated at Shanghai International Studies University, becoming a bridge for deepening cooperation between China and Arab countries. Over the past seven years, the Center has closely aligned with the strategic goal of "strengthening and expanding," actively promoting in-depth cooperation between the Middle East and China, particularly in governance and talent development.As an important partner for Middle Eastern countries, the Center has provided training for 517 officials, scholars, and media professionals from the region. These participants have learned from China’s reform and development experience and have brought these insights back to their home countries to support local development. Some have returned to China to take on key roles, significantly contributing to the enhancement of China-Arab relations.The Center has not only promoted academic cooperation between Middle Eastern countries and China but has also actively organized experts to voice their perspectives on international platforms, guiding public opinion and fostering consensus on major issues. Additionally, through platforms such as the China-Arab Think Tank Alliance and the China-Arab Reform and Development Forum, the Center has facilitated deep dialogue and cooperation in political, economic, and cultural fields.Looking ahead, the Center will continue to leverage its strengths in talent development, think tank research, and cultural exchanges to support sustainable development in Middle Eastern countries and contribute to the further deepening of China-Arab relations.

On July 11, 2024, Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) and the Public Investment Fund (PIF) of Saudi Arabia signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Beijing. The agreement aims to deepen cooperation in the financial services sector, align the Belt and Road Initiative with Saudi Vision 2030, and further promote economic and social development in both countries. The signing ceremony was attended by ICBC Chairman Liao Lin, President Liu Jun, Vice Presidents Zhang Weiwu and Zhang Shouchuan, as well as key guests including Yasir Al-Rumayyan, Head of Saudi Economic Cooperation with China, PIF President and Chairman of Saudi Aramco, PIF Vice Presidents Turqi Alnowaiser and Yazid Al-Hamid.ICBC has always emphasized serving the economic and trade cooperation between China and Saudi Arabia, playing a vital role as a financial bridge and link. The bank's cooperation with PIF in bond issuance and syndication has achieved significant results. The signing of this MoU marks a new phase of cooperation in cross-border RMB transactions, financing, investment banking, custody, and other fields, further promoting economic and trade cooperation and economic and social development in both countries through high-quality financial services.As the first Chinese bank to enter the Middle Eastern market, ICBC has established branches in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, and Kuwait. The Riyadh branch is the first Chinese bank in Saudi Arabia to operate with a full commercial banking license, providing comprehensive high-quality financial services to local top-tier enterprises and Chinese enterprises expanding abroad. This cooperation will further facilitate China-Arab trade, offering more convenience and support to enterprises in both countries.

     Ambassador Chang stated that the grand commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence was recently held in Beijing. President Xi Jinping attended the commemoration and delivered an important speech titled "Promoting the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence and Jointly Building a Community with a Shared Future for Mankind." In his speech, President Xi comprehensively expounded on the spiritual essence and contemporary value of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, providing direction for building a community with a shared future for mankind amidst the century-long changes in the world. China will actively practice its unique approach to resolving hotspot issues and play a constructive role in maintaining world peace and security.   Hulaigi highly praised China's peaceful diplomatic policy and its significant role in international and regional affairs. He expressed Saudi Arabia's willingness to strengthen friendly cooperation with China in bilateral and multilateral affairs.

On June 19, at 18:00 local time in Saudi Arabia, China Railway Construction Corporation successfully completed the 2024 Hajj operation of the Mecca Light Rail project. This project is currently the world's largest designed capacity, most complex operational model, and most demanding rail transit project. During this operation, the total mileage exceeded 50,000 kilometers, and over 2.094 million passengers were transported. This marks the 10th time China Railway Construction Corporation has successfully completed the Hajj operation. Since its official launch in 2010, the project has successfully transported over 25 million passengers and has received high praise from Saudi society and Muslims worldwide.