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Kuwait's Minister of Public Works at the Saudi International Railway Forum and Exhibition in Riyadh
RIYADH, Oct 19 (KUNA) -- The second edition of the Saudi International Railway Forum and Exhibition kicked off in the Saudi capital Riyadh on Sunday with the participation of Kuwait's Minister of Public Works Dr. Noura Al-Mashaan.
In his opening remarks, Saudi Minister of Transport and Logistics Services and Chairman of Saudi Railways (SAR) Eng. Saleh Al-Jasser said the event aligns with the goals of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy and Saudi Vision 2030, highlighting the major progress achieved in the transport sector to strengthen the Kingdom's position as a global logistics hub through an integrated land, sea, air and rail network.
Al-Jasser noted that rail transport has become a key pillar supporting national development and the economy by facilitating trade and mining, expanding sustainable transport options, enhancing quality of life, improving road safety and preserving infrastructure.
The opening day witnessed the signing of several agreements and cooperation memoranda between local and international entities in areas such as manufacturing, maintenance, infrastructure development, and artificial intelligence applications to enhance operational efficiency, localize technologies and empower national talent.
The accompanying exhibition features over 248 exhibitors from around the world displaying the latest technological innovations and solutions in the rail sector, along with investor and entrepreneur platforms underscoring SAR's leading role in transforming this vital industry. (end)
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