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Argaam
4 days ago
- Business
- Argaam
Al Rajhi Bank contributes 41% of retail housing loans: Chairman
Al Rajhi Bank 's share in housing loans for individuals currently stands at 41%, said Chairman Abdullah Al Rajhi. He told Al-Arabiya TV that this percentage was achieved by focusing on the retail segment and paying special attention to this product. Any product provided by the bank must be in line with its liquidity and the management of its overall balance sheet, he further noted. The bank is particularly interested in the SMEs segment, said Al Rajhi, adding that the SMEs financing portfolio amounts to SAR 40 billion currently, compared to nearly SAR 10 billion in 2020. He indicated that fintech firms have become market players and pose a threat to banks in general, adding that these firms may represent an opportunity if the banks leverages technology and market developments. Additionally, Al Rajhi Bank has expanded its footprint in fintech sector. It introduced new products and technologies, where the product can be offered via the bank in specific cases or through new fintech firms set up by the bank in other cases. The bank found out that, in certain cases, it is better to own fintech firms, whether wholly or partially, according to the top official.
Al Etihad
08-06-2025
- General
- Al Etihad
Aircraft safely lands at Kuwait Airport after false bomb alarm
8 June 2025 23:08 KUWAIT (WAM) A false bomb report led to the safe landing of an airline plane at Kuwait International Airport, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) announced."During the flight to Kuwait, a report was received stating that there was a bomb on board," Abdullah Al Rajhi, the department's official spokesperson, said, according to the Kuwait News noted that the report was dealt with immediately in accordance with the security procedures and protocols adopted at Kuwait International Rajhi added that thanks to close coordination with the Kuwaiti Ministry of Interior and other relevant authorities, the plane landed safely. He confirmed that security protocols for such incidents were successfully implemented, all passengers were safely disembarked to an isolated lounge, and there were no adverse effects from the incident on board. He added that scheduled flights at Kuwait International Airport were not affected.
Qatar Tribune
08-06-2025
- General
- Qatar Tribune
Plane lands safely at Kuwait airport after false bomb alarm
KUWAIT: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) in Kuwait announced the safe landing of an airline plane at Kuwait International Airport after receiving a false report of a bomb on board. "During the flight to Kuwait, a report was received stating that there was a bomb on board," Abdullah Al Rajhi, the department's official spokesperson, said, according to the Kuwait News Agency. He noted that the report was dealt with immediately in accordance with the security procedures and protocols adopted at Kuwait International Airport. Al Rajhi explained that, in full coordination with the Kuwaiti Ministry of Interior and relevant authorities, the plane landed safely, and the security plans established to deal with such reports were implemented. He confirmed that all passengers were safely disembarked and placed in an isolated lounge, noting that there were no adverse effects resulting from the incident on board the flight. He also noted that scheduled flights at Kuwait International Airport were not affected by the incident.
Al Bawaba
08-06-2025
- Al Bawaba
Bomb threat on Gulf Air flight leads to emergency landing in Kuwait
Published June 8th, 2025 - 02:00 GMT ALBAWABA - Following a bomb threat, Gulf Air aircraft GF213, which was headed to Kuwait on Sunday, made a safe emergency landing at Kuwait International Airport, according to Kuwaiti police. Also Read Outrage in Palestine over snack ad mocking 'last supper' Airport security procedures were promptly activated in response to the alarm, in collaboration with the Ministry of Interior and other pertinent organizations. Without any casualties or interference with other airport operations, every passenger was safely removed off the airplane. The passengers are said to be in excellent condition after being moved to a separate terminal for further security checks, according to Directorate General of Civil Aviation spokeswoman Abdullah Al-Rajhi. The person who caused the bomb alarm has been arrested by authorities, and security measures are being taken to make sure the flight is safe. Additionally, scheduled flights at Kuwait International Airport will proceed as planned, according to Al-Rajhi. صرّحت الإدارة العامة للطيران المدني، أنه بتاريخ اليوم، الاحد الموافق 8 يونيو 2025، وأثناء رحلة طيران الخليج رقم GF213 المتجهة إلى دولة الكويت في رحلتها المجدولة، ورد بلاغ يفيد بوجود قنبله على متن الطائرة. وقد تم التعامل مع البلاغ فورًا وفق الإجراءات والبروتوكولات الأمنية… — الطيران المدني (@Kuwait_DGCA) June 8, 2025 The Civil Aviation Directorate reiterated Kuwait's commitment to upholding the highest safety standards in civil aviation and commended the security forces' prompt and professional reaction. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (
Khaleej Times
08-06-2025
- Khaleej Times
Kuwait-bound Gulf Air plane receives bomb threat, lands safely at airport
Kuwaiti authorities received a report indicating that a Gulf Air plane, which was on its way to the country, had a bomb on board, Kuwait's Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said on Sunday. In response, relevant protocols were immediately carried out as the Gulf Air plane with flight number GF213 landed safely at Kuwait International Airport, and all passengers were evacuated, the authority added. "All passengers are safe and in good health", said Abdullah Al Rajhi, DGCA's official spokesperson, as the report turned out to be a fake bomb threat. He added that scheduled flights at Kuwait International Airport were not affected and no adverse effects resulted from the incident, which took place on Sunday. He also said that the individual who reported that the plane had a bomb on board has been taken into custody, and security measures are being taken against them. In a similar incident, a 22-year-old man in Singapore allegedly made a bomb threat on an Abu Dhabi-bound flight and was charged on Thursday with seven years in prison and up to a $50,000 (Dh183,500) fine.
