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Saudi, British FMs Discuss Latest Developments

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received on Friday telephone calls from British Foreign Secretary Liz Truss and United Nations chief Antonio Guterres. Talks focused on the latest regional and international developments. With Truss, Prince Faisal discussed bilateral relations between Riyadh and London and ways to bolster…

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Saudi Arabia Leads Middle East Countries In Digital Services

The Federation of Saudi Chambers signed on Thursday an agreement to host the UN Global Compact Network Saudi Arabia in Riyadh, with direct support from the United Nations Resident Coordinator Office. The agreement aims to enhance the role of the private sector and the continuity of corporate sustainability efforts to…

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UNGC Seeks to Attract 50 Saudi Companies for Sustainability Development Program

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Omani Ambassador to Asharq Al-Awsat: Riyadh, Muscat to Announce Joint Industrial Zone Soon

Saudi Arabia and Oman aim to announce joint industrial and economic zones soon, Oman’s ambassador revealed to Asharq Al-Awsat. Faisal bin Turki Al Said noted that 2022 would witness increased efforts to achieve the planned partnerships. The ambassador indicated that both sides are discussing partnerships in joint industrial zones and…

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Niger, Mauritania Support Saudi Bid to Host Expo 2030

Niger President Mohamed Bazoum held talks with Advisor at Saudi Royal Court Ahmed Qattan and his accompanying delegation at the presidential palace in Niamey on Tuesday. Qattan conveyed the greetings of Custodian to the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdelaziz and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. During the meeting,…

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Saudi Founding Day Set to Witness Host of Events

Saudi cities will mark the Kingdom’s founding day on Tuesday with a host of events that take pride in the solid roots of the state, which span more than three centuries, and celebrate the close association of Saudi citizens with their leaders since the formation of the Saudi state in…

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Oil States Agree to Maintain OPEC+ Agreement to Achieve Energy Market Balance

Major oil countries have stressed the need to adhere to the OPEC+ agreement, due to its paramount importance in balancing the energy market and avoiding future uncertainties. This came during the International Petroleum Technology Conference 2022 (IPTC), which kicked off in Riyadh on Sunday, with the participation of experts and…

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Saudi Arabia, Mauritania Seek to Expand Partnerships in Various Sectors

Saudi Arabia has called to increase the volume of trade exchange with Mauritania in various economic sectors, especially in agriculture, fisheries, and minerals. Mauritanian Minister of Trade, Handicrafts, and Tourism, Al-Naha bint Hamdi Ould Meknes announced fundamental reforms introduced by the government to create a productive, diversified, and integrated economy.…

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THAI plans direct flights to Riyadh

Thai Airways International (THAI) is reportedly planning to launch direct flights between Bangkok and Riyadh in May.

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Saudi Arabia keeps lid on oil output as US gas prices rise

Saudi Arabia is signaling it isn’t willing to pump more oil and won’t push for changes to an agreement with Russia and other producers that has kept a lid on oil production levels

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OPEC Head Sees 'No Immediate Solution' to High Oil Prices

There is no "immediate solution" to high oil prices, Bruno Jean-Richard Itoua, president of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), said on Wednesday. The oil-producing countries' capacity to increase crude supply is curtailed by a lack of investment in the industry, said Itoua, who is also Congo’s minister…

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Saudi Arabia Says Supports US Efforts to Prevent Iran from Acquiring Nuclear Arms

The Saudi government reiterated on Tuesday the Kingdom's keenness to resolve all tensions in the region. It stressed that it supports the American administration's efforts to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, underlining the need for joint work to confront the harmful activities of its proxies. Custodian of the Two…

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Saudi Arabia to Enhance National Products’ Competitiveness in Global Markets

The Saudi Ministry of Industry launched the Made in Saudi Arabia exhibition, meanwhile, experts expect the industrial sector in the Kingdom to grow by 5 to 6 percent, in parallel with an increase in global partnerships thanks to the competitiveness of national products. Held under the slogan of “Our Industries,…

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Diaz Returns to Al Hilal as Jardim Leaves by Mutual Consent

Asian champions Al Hilal have replaced Leonardo Jardim with Ramon Diaz after the Saudi Arabian side announced the former Monaco coach was leaving the club by mutual consent. Jardim, who led the club to a record fourth Asian Champions League title in November, left the Riyadh-based outfit after a 4-0…

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Riyadh Season Attracts 11 Million Visitors from 125 Countries

The Riyadh Season attracted up to 11 million visitors from 125 countries, revealed Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA) on Sunday.

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ADQ, Saudi Technology Ventures Invest in Mideast Uber-like Service for Trucks

Saudi Arabia-based TruKKer, which offers Uber-like services for trucks in the Middle East and elsewhere, said on Monday it has raised just under $100 million through Series B equity and a debt funding round. The investments were led by Abu Dhabi state holding company ADQ and Riyadh-based Saudi Technology Ventures,…

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A sea of red in Saudi shops -- but don't mention Valentine's

RIYADH: Red clothing and underwear are displayed in Saudi shopfronts, but the increasingly popular Valentine's Day promotions are missing one thing: the festival's name.

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Artistic Vision of Saudi Cities with Lively 'Feminine' Figures

Every city is female. This is what Saudi artist Sawsan Al Sajjan believes. She paints Saudi cities with lively feminine characters. Across 30 works she presented in her first solo exhibition titled "She" ("Hiya") at the Naila Art Gallery in Riyadh. The exhibition concluded on Thursday, after astonishing visitors who…

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Saudi Interior Minister Inaugurates New E-Passport

Saudi Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif inaugurated on Thursday the new version of the electronic passport as he visited the Directorate General of Passports in Riyadh. In remarks to Asharq Al-Awsat, Lieutenant-General Sulaiman Al-Yahya, Director General of Passports in Saudi Arabia, said the new passport, which will…

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Saudi Arabia, UK Sign Cultural Agreement

Saudi Arabia and Britain signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance cultural cooperation between the two countries on various levels. The two countries also agreed to exchange experiences for joint strategic projects and coordinate on systems, regulations and policies concerned with culture. Saudi culture minister Prince Badr bin Abdullah…

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Saudi Govt Reiterates Kingdom's Firm Commitment to Combating Terrorism

The Saudi government reiterated on Tuesday the Kingdom's firm commitment to combating terrorism. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in person in Riyadh. The government highlighted the Kingdom's speech before the annual briefing of ambassadors of member states of…

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Mishriff bids to become highest earning racehorse ever by winning world's richest race

Mishriff is going for another win in the Saudi Cup and the world's richest race, in Riyadh, is worth over £7 million to the winner which would take career earnings to £18million

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Saudi FM Meets with US Acting Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah held talks in Riyadh on Monday with US Acting Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs, Yael Lambert. They reviewed the strategic and historical relations between Saudi Arabia and the United States and ways to strengthen them in all fields…

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Thailand revamps Middle East strategy

After 32 years of frosty relations, the dramatic normalisation of Thai-Saudi diplomatic relations have far-reaching implications for both countries' diplomatic pathways in the world's most volatile region.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Yemen FM, US Official Discuss Bilateral Ties, Houthi Ongoing Military Escalation

Yemen's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Dr. Ahmed bin Mubarak held talks with the US Acting-Ambassador to the Republic of Yemen Kathy Westly in Riyadh on Sunday. Discussions focused on bilateral relations and ways to bolster them in all fields. They also discussed the Houthi militia's ongoing military escalation.…

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