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Filipino Times
5 days ago
- Filipino Times
Thousands of smuggling attempts foiled in Saudi Arabia in just two weeks
More than 2,100 smuggling cases were intercepted across Saudi Arabia in a two-week period, according to the Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority (ZATCA). The seizures were made at various land, sea, and air customs ports throughout the Kingdom. Authorities confiscated 234 types of illegal drugs, including hashish, cocaine, heroin, shabu, and Captagon pills. In addition, 311 other banned substances were found. Officials also stopped attempts to bring in 3,316 units of tobacco and its derivatives. They further seized 132 types of cash and eight kinds of weapons and related materials. ZATCA confirmed it is working closely with other government agencies to tighten customs inspections and ensure the safety and protection of the public. The agency said its goal is to secure the Kingdom's borders from illegal activities and maintain public order. The authority encouraged all residents in Saudi Arabia to report any suspected smuggling activities. Reports can be made by calling 1910 (or +9661910 from abroad) or by emailing [email protected]. All reports are treated confidentially, and those who provide correct information may be eligible for a financial reward.
Saudi Gazette
5 days ago
- Saudi Gazette
Customs authorities record 2,126 contraband seizures in 2 weeks
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority revealed the seizure of 2,126 smuggling cases at land, sea, and air customs ports across Saudi Arabia during the period of two weeks. The seized items include 234 types of narcotics, such as hashish, cocaine, heroin, shabu, and Captagon pills, in addition to 311 prohibited substances. The Customs authorities at the ports have also foiled attempt to smuggle 3,316 tobacco and tobacco derivatives, along with 132 types of cash, and eight types of weapons and related supplies. The authority affirmed its continued efforts, in cooperation and coordination with all its partners from relevant agencies, to tighten customs control over the Kingdom's imports and exports so as to ensure the security and protection of society. The authority called on all members of the Saudi society to contribute to combating smuggling to protect society and the national economy, by contacting it over the number designated for security reports 1910 or the international number 009661910 or via email 1910@ The authority receives reports related to smuggling crimes and violations of the provisions of the Unified Customs Law through these channels, in complete confidentiality, with a financial reward granted to the reporter if the information in the report is correct.
Gulf Insider
30-05-2025
- Politics
- Gulf Insider
120 Saudi Government Staff Detained For Suspected Bribery, Job Exploitation
Saudi Arabia's state anti-corruption watchdog has interrogated 435 suspects this month and arrested 120 of them on suspicions of graft amid a relentless clampdown on white-collar corruption in the kingdom. The detainees are employees at the ministries of interior, defence, municipalities and housing, human resources, transport, and health, as well as the Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority, the Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority said. They were investigated on charges of bribery and job exploitation. The watchdog, known as Nazha (Integrity) has reaffirmed its commitment to monitoring, exposing, and prosecuting anyone involved in abusing public office, vowing to protect public funds and reinforce transparency in both public and private sectors. In recent years, hundreds of state employees and businesspeople in Saudi Arabia have been interrogated for suspected corruption and mismanagement of public money. In January, local media reported that Saudi authorities had arrested 1,708 people in 2024, including government staff, over suspicions of corruption, money laundering, and influence trading. These arrests followed 4,000 investigations and over 37,000 oversight rounds. During last year's Hajj season, Nazaha also carried out 9,600 inspections at Mecca's holy sites and affiliated agencies, resulting in 155 arrests linked to corruption.
Gulf Insider
27-04-2025
- Gulf Insider
1,314 Cases of Contraband Seizure at Saudi Customs Ports in a Week
The Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority revealed the seizure of 1,314 cases of contraband smuggling at land, sea, and air customs ports across Saudi Arabia within one week. The seized items included 54 types of narcotics and 782 prohibited substances. The seizures included 2,252 types of tobacco and its derivatives, 22 types of cash, and five weapons and related supplies. The authority reiterated its continued efforts to tighten customs control over the Kingdom's imports and exports so as to ensure the security and protection of society. This is achieved through continuous cooperation and coordination with all its partners from relevant authorities. The authority urged the participation of the public in combating smuggling to protect society and the national economy through calling the number 1910, designated for security reports. This number receives reports related to smuggling crimes and violations of the provisions of the Unified Customs Law with complete confidentiality, with awarding a financial reward to the informer if the data provided is accurate.
Gulf News
27-04-2025
- Gulf News
Saudi Arabia seizes narcotics, tobacco and weapons in major smuggling bust
Dubai: Saudi authorities have successfully thwarted 1,314 smuggling attempts across the Kingdom's land, sea, and air customs ports in just one week, as part of intensified efforts to protect society and the national economy. The Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority reported that the confiscated items included 54 types of narcotics, 782 prohibited substances, 2,252 tobacco products, 22 types of cash, and five weapons with related supplies. The authority reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening customs control at all entry points, in coordination with relevant agencies, to safeguard national security and stability.
