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Biden Picks Career Diplomat Michael Ratney as Envoy to Saudi Arabia

President Joe Biden intends to nominate career diplomat Michael Ratney to be US ambassador to Saudi Arabia, the White House said on Friday. Ratney previously served as the charge d'affaires at the US Embassy in Jerusalem and the US special envoy for Syria. Ratney, whose official biography says he speaks…

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Biden to nominate Michael Ratney as envoy to Saudi Arabia, White House says

President Joe Biden intends to nominate Michael Ratney to be U.S. ambassador to Saudi Arabia, the White House said on Friday.

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Arab Ministerial Committee Warns: Israeli Attacks in Aqsa Fuel Violence

The Arab ministerial committee condemned the Israeli attacks and violations against worshipers in the al-Aqsa Mosque, warning that they fuel the violence that threatens regional and global security and stability. The Arab ministerial committee in charge of international action to confront illegal Israeli policies and measures in Jerusalem held an…

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Bukhari Affirms 'Deep' Ties with Lebanon During Visit to Tripoli

The Saudi Ambassador to Lebanon Walid Al Bukhari made a visit to Lebanon’s northern city of Tripoli where he affirmed the strong ties between Lebanon, its people and Saudi Arabia. Bukhari met in Tripoli with several of the city’s religious leaders.

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Saudi Arabia Sends $50 MN in Fourth Aid Installment to Jordan

The Saudi Foreign Ministry has disbursed $50 million to Jordan as part of a fourth aid installment to help the country fund its budget. The move came at the directives of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. At the 2018 Makkah Summit, Saudi…

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How contemporary Saudi art found a unique home in the canyons of AlUla

Thanks to a group of artists and collectors, the hitherto little-known works of Saudi artists are finding AlUla both a place of inspiration and a worthy showcase

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The Saudi culture hub in the heart of the desert

In the fertile desert valley of AIUIa, the seed of an idea is flourishing: an arts and culture hub in Saudi Arabia that’s drawing in a new generation of intrepid travellers. You have to see it to believe it, writes Mark Jones

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What role will Iran play in shaping Yemen’s future?

A new presidential council may mean change in Yemen, but what influence will Iran have on their Houthi allies?

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Arab States, Organizations Welcome Swearing-in of Yemeni PLC

Arab and Gulf countries and organizations welcomed the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council’s swearing-in before the House of Representatives on Tuesday in the interim capital Aden. Everyone considered this step a historic milestone for Yemen, and a real beginning that would achieve security and stability and end the protracted crisis. Saudi…

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Saudi Call for Financing First International Fund to Support Global Tourism Sector

Saudi Arabia called on donor countries to participate in financing the first international fund dedicated to supporting the tourism sector.

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Saudi Arabia Hails Yemeni Parties for Advancing the Interest of Yemen

Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan hailed on Tuesday the keenness of the Yemeni parties to advance the interest of Yemen and achieve the aspirations of its people to restore security and stability. He congratulated the president and members of the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council for taking the…

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Saudi Cabinet Affirms Kingdom’s Support for Political Solution to Russia-Ukraine Crisis

The Saudi Cabinet on Tuesday affirmed the Kingdom’s support for efforts that led to a political solution to the Russia-Ukraine crisis to achieve security and stability. It reiterated standing by needy people around the world and alleviating their suffering, including providing urgent medical and shelter aid worth $10 million for…

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The male model testing gender norms in a changing Saudi Arabia

With his hot pink hair extensions and leopard print pantsuit, model Ziad al-Mesfer was bound to turn heads during his recent public photo shoot in deeply conservative Saudi Arabia.

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Saudi Crown Prince, Jordan King Hold Phone Call

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, on Tuesday made a phone call to King Abdullah II of Jordan, during which he was reassured about the King's health. The Crown Prince wished the Jordanian monarch constant good health. King Abdullah expressed his thanks…

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Gerard Pique denies wrongdoing in deal to take Spanish Super Cup to Saudi Arabia

Barcelona star is in the spotlight over €40m Super Cup deal with Saudia Arabia after controversial audio leak

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Eddie Hearn says Anthony Joshua vs Oleksandr Usyk is ‘all agreed’ despite delay in securing location

Saudi Arabia is the front-runner to host the highly-anticipated heavyweight title rematch

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Saudi Arabia Seeks to Open New Markets to Confront Global Supply Chain Crisis

The Council of Saudi Chambers (CSC) is seeking to open new markets to achieve food security for essential commodities amid the global supply chain crisis. The food supply chain crisis led to an increase in the prices of many food commodities and raw materials, and its impact included the oil…

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Law on Real Estate Ownership and Investment by Non-Saudis Amended to Boost Competitiveness

Saudi Arabia amended the Law on Real Estate Ownership and Investment by non-Saudis to increase and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the procedures and controls related to the ownership or use of real estate by foreigners, who enjoy natural and legal capacity in cities and economic zones in the…

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Saudi Arabia Develops Legislations for Land, Sea, Rail Transport in the Red Sea

Saudi Arabia's Public Transport Authority (TGA) has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Red Sea Development Company (TRSDC) to develop the region's legislative and regulatory environment for land, sea, and rail transport. TGC Chairman Rumaih al-Rumaih said Monday that they were looking forward to developing the transport sectors in…

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Gerard Pique company pocketed £20m for role in taking Spanish tournament to Saudi Arabia

The Barcelona defender's business interests are well-known but new documents and audio files allege to highlight his involvement in bringing the Spanish Supercopa to Saudi Arabia

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Lewis Hamilton 'spoiled' after driving perfect cars as Mercedes star struggles

Lewis Hamilton's bid to win a record-breaking eighth F1 title has got off to a difficult start in 2022, with Mercedes off the pace in races in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and Australia

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Egypt’s Trade Ministry Denies Setting Limits to Imports from Saudi Companies

Egypt’s Trade and Industry Ministry denied reports that it had introduced restrictions aimed at limiting imports from Saudi companies. “The economic and trade relations between Egypt and Saudi Arabia are witnessing a remarkable development, given the brotherly and friendly relations that bind their leaderships, governments and peoples,” said a ministry…

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Mitsubishi to Transfer Hydrogen Technology, Ammonia, High-Efficiency Equipment to Saudi Arabia

Koichi Nakagawa, Research Director and Chief Consultant at the Mitsubishi Research Institute (MRI) Middle East, revealed that Mitsubishi is planning to launch a number of understandings in Riyadh to strengthen partnerships with Saudi government agencies in the field of research and consultancy. These understandings would help transfer knowledge and technologies…

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Cairo for a Future Strategy with OFID

Egyptian Minister for International Cooperation Rania al-Mashat has confirmed that Arab financial institutions led by Saudi Arabia have provided $9 billion for the advancement of Sinai, noting that the Kuwait Fund supports technical studies of the railway link project between Egypt and Sudan through a grant of $2.5 million. Al-Mashat…

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Saudi Arabia Condemns Desecration of Quran, Incitement against Muslims

Saudi Arabia condemned on Monday the desecration of the holy Quran by extremists in Sweden and their incitement against Muslims. The Foreign Ministry stressed the Kingdom's keenness on promoting dialogue, tolerance and coexistence and shunning hatred and extremism. It also stands against offenses to all religions.

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