Joe Biden warns of ‘consequences’ for Opec as it sides with Russia even as Saudi Arabia attempts de-escalation Saudi foreign minister says move was ‘purely economic’ The Independent UK · Oct 12, 2022
Saudi foreign minister says efforts to extend the truce in Yemen still stand Saudi Arabia's foreign minister said that the efforts to extend the truce in Yemen still stand, Al Arabiya TV reported on Wednesday, after an initial U.N.-brokered pact between a Saudi-led coalition and the Houthi movement expired early this month. Reuters · Oct 12, 2022
Joe Biden Vows Consequences Against Saudi Arabia, Philips Warns Lower Sales & Profit, Intel Explores Substantial Job Cuts: Top Stories Wednesday, Oct. 12 Reuters Benzinga · Oct 12, 2022
First Thing: WHO chief urges action to tackle ‘devastating’ long Covid Calls for sustained efforts to help people experiencing ‘prolonged suffering’. Plus, Saudi Arabia to face consequences The Guardian - UK · Oct 12, 2022
Riyadh, Madrid to Develop Economic Cooperation, Military Industries Spanish Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Jorge Hevia Sierra said that his country was seeking to strengthen its strategic partnership with Riyadh, noting that a joint committee was scheduled to be held in Spain on Oct. Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 12, 2022
Biden vows 'consequences' for Saudi Arabia after oil production cuts United States President Joe Biden promised "consequences" for Saudi Arabia, after a Riyadh-led coalition of oil-producing nations sided with Russia to slash output. Bangkok Post · Oct 12, 2022
IMF Confirms Saudi Economy’s Growth Forecast in Coming Years The International Monetary Fund (IMF) confirmed its economic growth forecast for Saudi Arabia for the current year at 7.6 percent, the exact forecasts for July and April. Earlier, the Fund increased its expectations twice for the Saudi economy in 2022, making the Kingdom the only country among the G20 whose… Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 12, 2022
Biden vows ‘consequences’ for Saudi Arabia after oil output cuts US president suggests he will soon take action as aides announce the White House is re-evaluating ties with kingdom. Al Jazeera · Oct 12, 2022
Democrats Disagree Over Relationship with Saudi Arabia US Democratic Representatives have tackled the Saudi-US relationship, with Representative Adam Smith warning against launching vague and incomprehensible threats against Saudi Arabia. Earlier, White House national security spokesman John Kirby said President Joe Biden is willing to begin reevaluating the US-Saudi ties after the Kingdom and its oil-exporting allies announced… Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 12, 2022
Biden says Saudi Arabia will face ‘consequences’ for OPEC cut WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden said there would be “consequences” for Saudi Arabia over the decision by OPEC+ to slash production, a move the administration says will benefit Russia by propping up oil prices. Tribune News Service · Oct 12, 2022
Biden says Saudi Arabia will face 'consequences' for OPEC+ oil production cut President Joe Biden said Tuesday there will be "consequences” for Saudi Arabia as the Riyadh-led OPEC+ alliance moves to cut oil production and Democratic lawmakers call for a freeze on cooperation with the Saudis. France 24 · Oct 12, 2022
Biden is rethinking the U.S. relationship with Saudi Arabia after OPEC cuts After the cartel said it would cut oil production by 2 million barrels per day starting next month, the White House said it's time to look at the longstanding partnership with Saudi Arabia. WEKU · Oct 12, 2022
Outraged Biden team vows consequences for Saudis over OPEC+ cut WASHINGTON — Top aides to President Joe Biden voiced their fury with Saudi Arabia over OPEC+ oil production cuts Tuesday, saying the administration was undertaking a sweeping reevaluation of its relationship and planned to engage with lawmakers clamoring to punish the kingdom. Tribune News Service · Oct 11, 2022
Biden ‘reviewing’ ties with Saudi Arabia amid anger over oil cuts Riyadh says oil production curbs are ‘purely economic’ as critics in Washington accuse it of empowering Moscow. Al Jazeera · Oct 11, 2022
The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2022 Biden reevaluating US-Saudi relationship amid Democrat anger President Joe Biden is reevaluating the U.S. relationship with Saudi Arabia
Reuters · Oct 11, 2022 U.S. won't take eye off Iran in review of Saudi relationship - State Dept The Biden administration will not take its eye off the threat posed by Iran as it reviews Washington's relationship with Saudi Arabia after the OPEC+ decision to cut oil production, State Department spokesperson Ned Price said on Tuesday.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 11, 2022 Saudi Arabia will face ‘consequences’, says Biden, amid anger at cuts in oil output Moves by Opec+ to reduce production seen as siding with Putin over the US just as midterms loom
The Guardian - US · Oct 11, 2022 Biden open to re-evaluating Saudi relationship after Opec+ cuts, says White House – as it happened ‘In light of the Opec decision, I think that’s where he is,’ says John Kirby, spokesman for Biden’s national security council
Reuters · Oct 11, 2022 Biden vows consequences for Saudi Arabia after OPEC+ decision President Joe Biden pledged on Tuesday "there will be consequences" for U.S. relations with Saudi Arabia after OPEC+ announced last week that it would cut its oil production target over U.S. objections.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 11, 2022 First Thing: backlash against Saudi Arabia grows in Congress over oil cut An influential Democratic senator has threatened to freeze weapons sales to the kingdom. Plus, Ukraine demands more western missiles
Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 11, 2022 Saudi Culture Ministry to Launch 'Fenaa Alawwal' to Embrace Intellectuals, Creative Talents Saudi Arabia’s Culture Ministry revealed Monday plans to launch its first cultural center, Fenaa Alawwal (FAA) at the Diplomatic Quarter in the capital Riyadh. FAA is expected to become a cultural and creative hub, offering a wide range of cultural programming, including art exhibitions and workshops. It also aims to…
Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 11, 2022 Saudi Arabia Promotes Investment Environment to Fund Cultural Projects Saudi Arabia’s Cultural Development Fund launched a partnership with the private sector to bolster the investment environment in the cultural field and provide a crowdfunding opportunity for the first creative projects. The partnership agreement was signed with Beehive company, which provides an inspiring environment for entrepreneurs and artists.
Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 11, 2022 Saudi Arabia, Oman Cooperate to Boost E-Economy Saudi Arabia and Oman seek to boost their cooperation in several digital fields to develop their economies, governments, and talents and unifying efforts to develop human resources to keep pace with modern technologies. Saudi Minister of Communications and Information Technology Abdullah al-Sawaha, and Omani Minister of Transport, Communications, and Information…
The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2022 Kwasi Kwarteng held undisclosed meetings with Saudi oil firms Green MP Caroline Lucas urges chancellor to ‘come clean about dealings with Saudi oil giants’
The National (Scotland) · Oct 11, 2022 Documents reveal Kwasi Kwarteng's undisclosed meetings with Saudi Arabian oil firms CHANCELLOR Kwasi Kwarteng held undisclosed meetings with senior executives of Saudi Arabian firms when he was business secretary, according to…