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Riyadh Renews Support to Int’l Efforts to Reach Political Solution to Russia-Ukraine Crisis

The Saudi government reiterated on Tuesday the Kingdom’s support to international efforts aimed at resolving the Russian-Ukrainian crisis through political means to preserve regional and international peace. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in Riyadh. The cabinet reviewed the…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Cristiano Ronaldo Arrives in Riyadh to Join Al-Nasr

World football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo arrived in Riyadh on Monday night to join Al-Nasr, reported the Saudi Press Agency. He was received by President of the club's Board of Directors Mesli Al-Muammar, his deputy Abdullah Al-Omrani, and CEO Ahmed Al-Ghamdi and a group of children, affiliated to the club's fans.…

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Riyadh Welcomes 2023 with ‘Trio Arabic Night’

The Saudi capital and the audience at Mohammed Abdu Arena had an exceptional New Year’s Eve with a star-studded concert performed by 13 singers who welcomed 2023 with promises, hopes, and dreams. Held as part of the Riyadh Season, the concert dubbed ‘Trio Arabic Night’ brought together Najwa Karam, Assi…

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Ronaldo arrives in Saudi Arabia ahead of unveiling by Al Nassr

Cristiano Ronaldo will be presented at the club’s Mrsool Park stadium in Riyadh at 7pm (16:00 GMT) on Tuesday.

Al Jazeera

Al-Hilal spark Cristiano Ronaldo feud as big-money transfer prompts Lionel Messi stunt

Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal have started stocking 'Messi 10' shirts in their official club shop after Riyadh neighbours Al-Nassr secured the signing of Cristiano Ronaldo

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‘Historic Moment’: Saudis Flock to Buy Ronaldo Shirts after Al Nassr Deal

Only hours after Cristiano Ronaldo penned a two-year contract with Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr, crowds flocked to a football kit store in Riyadh to buy the five-time Ballon d'Or winner's new club jersey. Abdulmohsen al-Ayyban, 41, and his nine-year old son, Nayef, were among those queueing at Al Nassr club's…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Who are Al Nassr, Cristiano Ronaldo’s new team?

Portugal captain has joined the Riyadh-based side on a deal until June 2025.

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Ronaldo signs for Al Nassr in deal worth over €200m

RIYADH: Cristiano Ronaldo on Friday signed for Al Nassr of Saudi Arabia, the club announced, in a deal believed to be worth more than €200 million.

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Saudi Arabia Seeks to Attract $32 Billion Investments in Minerals Sector

Saudi Arabia can play a global role in providing the strategic minerals necessary for the transition to renewable energy, and achieving the goals of net zero emissions, said a report by the Payne Institute for Public Policy, affiliated with the Colorado School of Mines. The report was published by the…

Asharq Al-Awsat

The Newcastle United 'fine tuning' makes for an exciting January window as Eddie Howe aims high

Newcastle United splashed out £200million in 2022 on transfers but now look to fine-tune their squad

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Riyadh Welcomes the New Year With a Massive Concert

On December 31, Riyadh will host a concert “beyond your wildest dreams” to celebrate the new year.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi, Russian FMs Discuss Ukraine Crisis

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received on Wednesday a telephone call from his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov. Their talks focused on the latest developments in the Ukraine crisis. Prince Faisal underscored to Lavrov Saudi Arabia’s efforts with all involved parties, adding that the Kingdom supports international…

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Riyadh, Cairo Discuss Defense Cooperation

Saudi Army Chief of Staff Lieutenant-General Fayyad al-Ruwaili held talks with his Egyptian Counterpart, Lieutenant-General Osama Askar, in Riyadh on Tuesday. Both sides discussed defense and military cooperation relations between the two countries, as well as a number of issues of common interest. Talks also touched on the bilateral strategic…

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Saudi Arabia Reiterates Support to Iraq’s Security, Sovereignty

The Saudi government reiterated on Tuesday the Kingdom’s stance in support of Iraq as it seeks to preserve its security and sovereignty. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in Riyadh. The government renewed the Kingdom’s commitment to Iraq’s efforts…

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Saudi Arabia Approves New Center for Special Economic Zones in Riyadh

Official information revealed that higher authorities have approved the organizational arrangements for a new center for economic zones in Riyadh. The Royal Commission for the Saudi capital would be the competent authority to supervise these zones. Last year, Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman revealed a new strategy for the development…

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Saudi Arabia, Japan Sign 15 Agreements, Establishing Qualitative Partnership

The Saudi-Japanese Investment Forum in Riyadh resulted in the signing of 15 agreements covering technology, artificial intelligence, industry and clean energy. Riyadh and Tokyo announced they plan to move to a qualitative partnership as an essential pillar for joint future-building projects in industrial and digital transformation. The forum stressed the…

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Riyadh to Host First Gathering of Energy Economies in the Middle East

Preparations are underway in Riyadh to host the Energy Economics Conference, which is being organized by the International Association for Energy Economics (IAEE), for the first time in the Middle East and North Africa region. Under the slogan, “Pathways to a Clean, Stable and Sustainable Energy Future”, the conference will…

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Egypt Seeks to Launch Partnerships with Saudi Arabia in Productive Sectors

Egyptian Minister of Trade and Industry Ahmad Samir said his country is seeking to launch industrial partnerships with Saudi Arabia in a number of productive sectors with the aim of achieving industrial integration between Cairo and Riyadh, and strengthening joint cooperation frameworks. Samir emphasized the need to take advantage of…

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Kyrgyz First Deputy PM to Asharq Al-Awsat: Riyadh, Bishkek Aim to Increase Cooperation in Green Economy

Saudi Arabia and Kyrgyzstan aim to boost their comprehensive partnership amid plans to increase economic, trade, and investment cooperation in infrastructure, renewable energy, hydroelectric power, wind energy, agricultural production technology, and green economy, said First Deputy Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan Adylbek Kasymaliev. He told Asharq Al-Awsat in Riyadh that he…

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'It's palpable' - Shola Ameobi excited by Newcastle United plans after joining owners in Saudi Arabia

Newcastle United are going places and Shola Ameobi witnessed their ambition at close hand after trip to Riyadh

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Saudi Crown Prince, Georgia PM Hold Official Talks in Riyadh

Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, held talks in Riyadh on Wednesday with Prime Minister of Georgia Irakli Garibashvili, who is on an official visit to Saudi Arabia. Garibashvili was accorded a formal reception at the al-Yamamah palace. He then held official talks with Crown Prince Mohammed,…

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Saudi Arabia, France Discuss Health Sector Opportunities

Riyadh and Paris have discussed medical cooperation and available investment opportunities in the healthcare sector at a meeting of the Saudi-French Business Council on Tuesday. The meeting was attended by Saudi Investment Minister Khalid Al-Falih and France’s Minister of Foreign Trade Olivier Becht.

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Yemen’s Al-Alimi Reiterates Demand for Int’l Designation of Houthis as Terrorist

Chairman of the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council Dr. Rashad Al-Alimi reiterated on Tuesday his country’s demands for the international community to designate the Iran-backed Houthi militias as terrorist. Al-Alimi received in Riyadh a delegation of the European Parliament headed by the Chair of the Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee, David McAllister.

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Iranian minister says spoke to Saudi counterpart at Jordan conference

Iran's foreign minister said on Wednesday he spoke with his Saudi counterpart on the sidelines of a conference in Jordan the previous day, the highest-level encounter reported between officials from the rival states since they cut ties in 2016.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Govt Stresses Kingdom’s Support to Security, Stability of Sudan

The Saudi government praised on Tuesday the Sudanese parties for signing a deal to relaunch a transition towards democratic elections. Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in Riyadh. The government stressed the Kingdom’s support for everything that would help achieve…

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