based Al-Jazirah said the Kingdom witnessed tremendous development in all domains during the past five years under the leadership of King Abdullah. "Under his progressive era, economic cities, scientific cities, medical cities and universities were set up. Doors were also opened for foreign scholarships," the daily added. Al-Riyadh newspaper said the Kingdom is no longer a primitive and backward country but it has made big strides in several fields. "Now, we have cities at the coasts as well as cities around deserts, our women are no longer illiterate and isolated. Moreover, we do enjoy good relations with the entire world through traveling, internet, books and space channels. Additionally, the academic studies in our universities are no longer confined to theoretical sciences, but encompasses practical training and learning," said the daily. "During the era of King Abdullah, the Kingdom has been provided with universities, institutes, industrial cities based on the most modern international standards, roads, hospitals, ports and airports, schools, playgrounds. However, doors are wide-open for everyone who desire to accomplish his aspirations for growth, progress and prosperity." "King Abdullah has successfully enabled the women to positively contribute to the development of the society. He has also established balanced relations with the various capitals of the world. --MORE
