January 5, 2024. RIYADH: The 2023 International Horticultural Expo in Doha hosted a special “Saudi Day” on Friday, which included performances and activities that embodied the folklore, heritage, history, and achievements of the Kingdom.
Guests at the celebration, which took place at the event’s Expo House, included the Saudi ambassador to Qatar, Prince Mansour bin Khalid; the Qatari minister of municipality, Abdulla Al-Subaie, and ambassadors and other representatives of countries taking part in the expo, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
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The General Supervisor of the Kingdoms participation at the expo, Saleh bin Abdul Mohsen bin Dakhil,, affirmed that the Kingdom’s participation in this global event underscores an enduring vision that is based on comprehensive development and achieving balance between environment, agriculture, and water in alignment with the motto of the expo: “‘Green Desert, Better Environment“, in addition to exploring innovative solutions for combating desertification.
The Saudi pavilion at the expo drew the attention of visitors from all over the world, as the pavilion showcases the diversity that features the richness of the kingdom’s nature and its multiple terrain elements, Dakhil pointed out, hoping the expo would achieve its intended objectives, including food security and environmental sustainability in the Arab world and the entire world.
Qatar hosts Expo 2023 Doha Qatar through 28 March 2024, which represents a global platform to upgrade the mechanisms of supporting agricultural sector in desert areas. The event leverages innovative technologies for sustainability of resources and revolves around major topics such as modern agriculture, environmental awareness, sustainability, technology, and innovation. The Saudi pavilion at the expo drew the attention of visitors from all over the world, as the pavilion showcases the diversity that features the richness of the kingdoms nature and its multiple terrain elements, Dakhil pointed out, hoping the expo would achieve its intended objectives, including food security and environmental sustainability in the Arab world and the entire world.
https://thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/06/01/2024/expo-2023-doha-hosts-saudi-day
Saleh Bin Dakhil, the pavilion’s general supervisor, emphasized the multilingual capabilities of the Saudi team. Fluent in Arabic, English, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, and Persian, the staff caters to visitors in their native tongues, enhancing the welcoming environment. This multilingual interaction introduces visitors to Saudi Arabia’s diverse initiatives and achievements in various sectors. The pavilion’s design facilitates cultural exchange and understanding, offering a platform for visitors to explore Saudi Arabia’s advancements.
Interactive displays and experiences immerse visitors in the Kingdom’s rich flora and environmental themes, in line with the exhibition’s “Green Desert, Better Environment” motif.
The exhibit’s focus extends to “Modern Agriculture,” “Technology and Innovation,” “Environmental Awareness,” and “Sustainability”. It provides insights into Saudi Arabia’s landscapes, innovative projects, and the pivotal role of Vision 2030 in steering the country’s future. An interactive segment of the pavilion also allows visitors to engage with traditional Saudi arts and folk dances, further enriching their understanding of the nation’s heritage.
CLOUD SEEDING PROGRAM
At the Doha Expo 2023, during December 2023, Dr. Shamir Ally, witnessed a very impressive 360 Degree presentation of this very impressive CLOUD SEEDING PROGRAM. Saudi Arabia launches cloud seeding operation over three cities to increase rainfall
The Saudi cloud seeding program includes five aircraft. Four will be for cloud seeding and the specially equipped fifth plane will be for weather and climate research and studies. It is worth noting that the Kingdom is the second country in the world to own this type of research aircraft and that the industrial cloud seeding program aims to enhance water resources, develop vegetation, and enable the Kingdom to benefit from renewable water sources.
A year ago, the ministry launched the program’s first phase to increase precipitation levels, create new water sources, increase green space, and intensify vegetation to mitigate desertification and drought through qualified local staff with the highest skill levels. Now, the program has completed its third phase and is preparing to launch the fourth. The preliminary studies of rainfall resulting from the first three phases’ initial results indicate precipitation of 3.5 billion cubic meters of water in target areas.
There is always a question about the rationale behind cloud seeding. From a cost standpoint per cubic meter, producing water through cloud seeding is cheaper than desalination. Furthermore, rainfalls triggered by cloud seeding are vital for the ambitious Saudi Green Initiative to plant millions of trees nationwide.
https://www.arabnews.com/node/2303316/how-cloud-seeding-will-benefit-kingdom
How is cloud seeding done?
Cloud-seeding is a technique that involves introducing chemicals to clouds, like small particles of silver iodide, to induce more rain from a cloud. This causes water droplets to congregate around them, and the water particles clash with one another, growing larger and increasing the likelihood of rainfall.
How long does cloud seeding take?
The nozzles charge the particles as they are sprayed, the charged droplets are carried up into the clouds and distributed by updrafts that feed the clouds, and the entire process takes only 15-20 minutes from seeding to precipitation.
How artificial rain is created?
Cloud seeding creates artificial rain by injecting substances such as silver iodide, potassium iodide, dry ice (solid carbon dioxide), liquid propane, or salt into clouds to induce precipitation.
Can cloud seeding cause snow?
Called SNOWIE, the study used sophisticated radar and meteorological methods to demonstrate unambiguously that cloud seeding can increase snowfall.
Did DUBAI create artificial rain?
In 2010, cloud seeding began as a project by weather authorities to create artificial rain. The project, which began in July 2010 and cost $11 million USD, succeeded in creating rainstorms in the Dubai and Abu Dhabi deserts.
When did the USA start cloud seeding?
In 1946, Schaefer conducted the first true cloud seeding experiment by aircraft. He dropped 6 pounds of crushed dry ice into a cloud in the Adirondack Mountains of New York.
Which USA states use cloud seeding?
Cloud-seeding programs occur worldwide. In the Western U.S., state and agency-supported efforts occur across California, Nevada, Colorado, New Mexico, Wyoming, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, North Dakota, Utah, and Idaho.
Is Texas cloud seeding?
Most cloud seeding programs in Texas operate an average of 25 days to 45 days a year, depending on cloud conditions. An operational day could result in multiple flights with 1.5 hours to 8 hours of total flight time
Why isn’t cloud seeding used for wildfires?
There must be enough water in the clouds to make rain, but not enough to trigger the rain process. Cloud seeding just pushes it over the edge when it is remarkably close to being ready to rain. That condition does not exist in the areas of major wildfires.
Which country uses cloud seeding the most?
CHINA. The largest cloud seeding system is in the People’s Republic of China. They believe that it increases the amount of rain over several increasingly arid regions, including its capital city, Beijing, by firing silver iodide rockets into the sky where rain is desired.
FUTURE of Cloud Seeding.
Market intelligence company providing research… The global cloud seeding market size is expected to reach USD 0.25 billion by 2030 from USD 0.13 billion in 2021, registering a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.5% during the forecast period.
OPEC with BRAZIL to join in 2024
Current 13 OPEC members are Algeria, Angola, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Libya, Nigeria, the Republic of the Congo, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Venezuela. A larger group called OPEC+, consisting of Canada, Egypt, Norway, and Oman with observer states.
The Summit was titled “Mecca Summit: Together for the Future.” With Ambassador Dr. Shamir Ally, representing the 8th. Executive President of Guyana, His Excellency Brigadier David Arthur Granger, at Al Safa Royal Palace, Makkha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. 14th. Islamic Summit and 50th. Anniversary for Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) for HEADS of Nations and Heads of Delegations, on Friday 26 Day of Ramadan, May 31, 2019, on the most Holy Day, Laylat al-Qadr, Mecca, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
His Majesty King Salman, His Highness Crown Prince, and Minister of Defense, MbS, BOTH, said repeatedly that “They will warmly welcome Guyana as an OPEC member in due course, and on this Most Holy Day Laylat al-Qadr and Eid Mubarak, to Guyana, Insha Allah.” With negotiation AFTER Relationships Building and Maintenance, Patience, and Respect, do expect His Highness to consider an “OPEC WAIVER” to accommodate Guyana’s developmental needs.
Guyana MOTTO History
In October of 1958, at the opening of History and Culture Week, Minister Brindley Horatio Benn, CCH, is quoted in the Guyana Graphic as declaring: “British Guiana can make a unique contribution to history only if we weld ourselves into “One People, One Nation, One Destiny.”
Onward & Upward towards, One People, One Nation, One Destiny.
