{"id":49886,"date":"2025-11-02T11:08:01","date_gmt":"2025-11-02T08:08:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thesauditimes.net\/en\/?p=49886"},"modified":"2025-11-02T11:08:01","modified_gmt":"2025-11-02T08:08:01","slug":"saudi-arabia-joins-global-celebration-of-world-cities-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thesauditimes.net\/en\/saudi-arabia-joins-global-celebration-of-world-cities-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Saudi Arabia Joins Global Celebration of World Cities Day"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Saudi Arabia joined the international community in celebrating World Cities Day 2025, held under the theme \u201cEmpowering Cities for a Sustainable Future,\u201d reaffirming its commitment to building smart, sustainable urban environments that align with the goals of Vision 2030.<br \/>\nThe Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing, in collaboration with several government entities, organized a series of events and initiatives highlighting the Kingdom\u2019s urban transformation in areas such as smart mobility, environmental sustainability, and renewable energy.<br \/>\nThe celebration showcased flagship projects like NEOM, Green Riyadh, Diriyah, and Qiddiya, which serve as global models for the cities of the future \u2014 combining cutting-edge technology, innovative infrastructure, and efficient resource management.<br \/>\nThe ministry emphasized that Saudi Arabia\u2019s participation reflects its growing role as a global leader in urban sustainability and smart city development, with ongoing efforts to make Saudi cities hubs for living, working, and investment.<br \/>\nIt also highlighted the importance of public-private partnerships in advancing smart urban transformation, improving quality of life, and fostering a balanced approach between economic growth and environmental stewardship.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Saudi Arabia joined the international community in celebrating World Cities Day 2025, held under the theme \u201cEmpowering Cities for a Sustainable Future,\u201d reaffirming its commitment to building smart, sustainable urban environments that align with the goals of Vision 2030. 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