Jeddah: The Third International Conference on Legal and Sharia Studies opened yesterday at the Holiday Inn Jeddah Corniche under the theme "Laws and Modern Trends," bringing together researchers and specialists from more than seven Arab and Islamic countries.

According to Saudi Press Agency, the first day of the conference featured four scientific sessions covering a range of contemporary legal and Sharia issues. The conference will continue today with additional scientific sessions before concluding with the announcement of its recommendations.