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Ahmed Almulla: Cinematic Production is Slowing Down Everywhere, Except in Saudi Arabia and China

The story of Saudi cinema cannot be told without referring to the Saudi Film Festival, which has been at the heart of the country’s cinematic movement since it began 15 years ago. It arose out of nowhere. There were not any showrooms, platforms, or programs that supported cinematic talents. And…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 23, 2022

Cairo Hosts Int’l Conference on Confronting ‘Emerging Terrorist Organizations’

Egypt’s Interior Ministry, in collaboration with Interpol, is hosting Monday a workshop on confronting emerging terrorist organizations and phenomena in the Middle East and Africa. The workshop is hosted by the Egyptian Police Academy until May 25. The participating countries include Libya, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, Saudi Arabia,…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 23, 2022

Covid-19: Saudi Arabia bans travel to 16 countries, including India

JEDDAH: Following the re-outbreak of Covid-19 and the rapid surge in the number of daily Covid infections over the past few weeks, Saudi Arabia has banned its citizens from traveling to sixteen countries, including India.

The Times of India · May 23, 2022

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WEF: Youth Unemployment, Inequality and Climate Change Top Challenges Facing MENA

Running the team that manages the WEF’s relations and initiatives with the Middle East and North Africa, Maroun Kairouz has a busy portfolio on his hands. After a two year hiatus, the WEF is holding its first in-person meeting in Davos since the start of the pandemic. “The meeting couldn't…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 23, 2022

Saudi Arabia Unanimously Re-elected to Chair ALECSO's Executive Council

The Arab countries, represented by the members of the Executive Council of the Arab Organization for Education, Culture, and Science (ALECSO), have unanimously re-elected Saudi Arabia to chair the Executive Council until 2024. This came following the meeting of the 26th session of the General Conference, which concluded its activities…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 22, 2022

Al Rumayyan: Carbon Trading Platform in Saudi Arabia is Evidence of Change

The presence of a carbon trading platform in Saudi Arabia is in itself evidence of change, said the governor of the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF), Yasir Al Rumayyan, confirming that mega projects in the Kingdom like NEOM are depending on green sources for their energy needs. Speaking at a…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 21, 2022

105 days after death in Saudi Arabia, Telangana worker’s body yet to reach home

HYDERABAD: It is 105 days since a worker from Telangana had died in Saudi Arabia but his body is yet to reach his homeland. Even as the family of 41-year-old Alle Rajendar of Muthyampet in Jagtial’s Mallapur mandal is awaiting for the arrival of his body, another family is caught…

The Times of India · May 20, 2022

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Proposal for Building Korean Industrial Village in Eastern Saudi Arabia

An industrial proposal has been put forward to establish a Korean industrial village in eastern Saudi Arabia.

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 20, 2022

Saudi Arabia Heads to Cannes to Promote Flourishing Film Industry, Support Emerging Talent

The Saudi Film Commission (SFC), is participating in the 75th edition of the Cannes International Film Festival which runs from 17-28 May, to build awareness of the country's rapidly developing film industry, showcase its unique cinematic and pristine locations, and champion new and exciting talent in a drive to become…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 20, 2022

Thai children struggling to deal with rising cyberthreats

Thailand posted the third-worst result in the world in terms of children's ability to cope with online risks, above only Uruguay and Saudi Arabia, says global cybersecurity company Surfshark.

Bangkok Post · May 19, 2022

Phil Mickelson “not missed” at PGA Championship dinner he was meant to host

Phil Mickelson has been in golf exile following his comments regarding human rights in Saudi Arabia ahead of his attempt to join the LIV Golf Invitational Series

Daily Mirror · May 19, 2022

Biden weighs meeting Saudi crown prince in sign of thawing

WASHINGTON — U.S. President Joe Biden is weighing a meeting with Saudi Arabia’s Mohammed bin Salman as soon as next month, according to people familiar with the matter, after avoiding contact with the crown prince over the murder of columnist Jamal Khashoggi.

Tribune News Service · May 19, 2022

Lucid Stock Is Racing Higher: What's Going On?

Lucid Group Inc (NASDAQ: LCID) shares are trading higher Thursday after the company on Wednesday announced plans to set up a new manufacturing facility in Saudi Arabia.

Benzinga · May 19, 2022

Lucid Secures $3.4B In Incentives, Funding For Saudi Arabia Plant

Expected to be completed in 2025, the new factory will create 4,500 jobs and increase Lucid's global production capacity to 500,000 EVs when fully operational.

InsideEVs · May 19, 2022

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Reuters · May 19, 2022

Biden, Saudi crown prince may meet for first time as soon as next month -CNN

U.S. President Joe Biden and Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman could meet for the first time as soon as next month, CNN reported on Thursday, citing multiple sources.

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 19, 2022

Saudi Arabia Confirms Commitment to Global Compact for Migration

The Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development represented the Kingdom in the United Nations Forum on International Migration Review, which was held in New York this week for the first time since the adoption of the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly, and Regular Migration in December 2018. The…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 19, 2022

Foundation Stone Laid for First Lucid Plant in Saudi Arabia

US-based Lucid Motors on Wednesday laid the foundation stone for its first-ever electric car plant outside the US at King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) in the Saudi western city of Rabigh. Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef announced that Saudi Arabia is targeting manufacturing of more than 300,000…

Chronicle Live · May 18, 2022

Newcastle United evening headlines with Matt Targett admission and Chris Wood injury update

Today's evening headlines include Matt Targett's future, Chris Wood's absence vs Arsenal and Simon Jordan's reaction to the 'Saudi Arabian' away kit

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Asharq Al-Awsat · May 18, 2022

World’s Tallest Building Engulfed as Mideast Sandstorms Hit UAE

The world's tallest building disappeared behind a grey layer of dust on Wednesday as sandstorms that have swept the Middle East hit the United Arab Emirates, prompting weather and traffic warnings. The 828-metre (2,716 ft, 6ins) Burj Khalifa, which towers over Dubai and is usually visible across the busy financial…

Daily Mirror · May 18, 2022

Partygate BYOB chief 'Party Marty' could become ambassador to booze-free Saudi Arabia

Boris Johnson's former principal private secretary Martin Reynolds left his role as one of No10's most senior officials in February, amid an exodus of staff as Partygate rocked Westminster

Benzinga · May 18, 2022

Lucid Sets Stage For First Overseas Manufacturing Facility With Partners In Saudi Arabia

Lucid Group Inc (NASDAQ:LCID) has set the stage for constructing AMP-2, a production factory in Saudi Arabia with a capacity of 155,000 electric vehicles. The agreement is estimated to provide financing and incentives to Lucid up to $3.4 billion in aggregate over the next fifteen years to build and operate a manufacturing…

Reuters · May 18, 2022

Analysis-For Riyadh, Hezbollah setback is rare good news from Lebanon

For Saudi Arabia, losses for Iran's allies in a Lebanese general election mark a rare piece of good news from a country where Tehran has long been ascendant, and could play to Riyadh's advantage in a regional tussle for influence.

Autosport · May 18, 2022

Saudi female racer Juffali starts sportscar team, targeting Le Mans

Saudi Arabia’s first female racing driver, Reema Juffali, has set up her own sportscar team with the aim of competing in the Le Mans 24 Hours.

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 18, 2022

Saudi Arabia takes a 5% stake in Nintendo

The Saudi Arabia public investment fund has made a couple of headlines lately as it invests in Japanese game development companies, and Nintendo is the next.

Bangkok Post · May 17, 2022

Joint push to spur Middle Eastern market

The Tourism and Sports Ministry and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) are expanding partnerships with airlines and online travel agencies (OTAs) to boost the number of arrivals from Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.

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