IAF to deploy LCA Tejas at multilateral air exercise in U.K. Air Forces of Belgium, Saudi Arabia, Sweden and the U.S. to also take part in ‘Cobra Warrior’ The Hindu · Feb 23, 2022
Addas: Work Underway for Regulations Allowing Foreign Investment in Makkah CEO of Saudi Arabia’s Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites Abdulrahman bin Farouk Addas revealed that the authority has entered the phase of expediting achievements and setting up priorities through speeding up transport sector projects, addressing the situation of slums, providing support to residents, as well as taking… Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 23, 2022
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… Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 23, 2022
Phil Mickelson releases statement concerning Saudi Arabia, admits making mistakes and says he’s taking time away from the game PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. - Just five minutes before a player meeting began at the Honda Classic, Phil Mickelson addressed unflattering comments about the PGA Tour and others associated with the proposed Saudi Arabia-backed, Greg Norman-led Super ... USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 22, 2022
Phil Mickelson releases statement concerning Saudi Arabia, admits to mistakes and will take time away Mickelson said he needs "some time away to prioritize the ones I love most and work on being the man I want to be." USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 22, 2022
Saudi Aramco Shares Soar Over 4% Shares in Saudi Aramco soared over 4 percent to an all-time closing high in Monday’s trading session on the Saudi stock exchange. Saudi Aramco rose 4.1 percent to a record closing high of 39.25 riyals ($10.4). Its market cap exceeded 7.8 trillion riyals ($2.1 trillion). Last week, Crown Prince Mohammed… Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 22, 2022
Saudi Arabia for first time marks its founding, downplaying conservative roots Saudi Arabia held celebrations on Tuesday to commemorate for the first time its foundation nearly 300 years ago, choosing a date that downplays the central role played by clerics from the ultra-conservative Wahhabi school of Islam. Reuters · Feb 22, 2022
Saudi Traditional Dress Remains Fashionable Since Kingdom's Founding 3 Centuries Ago As Saudi Arabia marks Founding Day on Tuesday, Asharq Al-Awsat takes a look at the rich traditional dress that has been worn since the establishment of the First Saudi State three centuries ago. People today still wear traditional dress at special occasions, expressing their pride in their rich heritage. Mohammed… Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 22, 2022
GCC, EU Denounce Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia, UAE The European Council and Gulf Countries Council (GCC) condemned the Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and the UAE, stressing the importance of boosting relations and enhancing cooperation. Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 22, 2022
‘Idiotic, complete lies:’ Billy Horschel unloads on Phil Mickelson following comments on Saudi Arabia-backed league “I’ll put it this way. They were a little bit idiotic,” Horschel said of Mickelson’s comments. USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 21, 2022
Hariri brother joins Lebanese political fray ahead of vote Former Prime Minister Saad Hariri’s older brother says he hopes upcoming elections in crisis-hit Lebanon will bring about a new generation of leaders The Independent UK · Feb 21, 2022
Pele congratulates Saudi Arabia women's team after its victory in debut international match MALE (Maldives): Football legend Pele congratulated Saudi Arabia's women's national team as they marked their international debut with a 2-0 win over Seychelles on Sunday. The Times of India · Feb 21, 2022
Saudi Aramco in Talks on More Investments in China Oil giant Saudi Aramco is in talks with partners in China about further investments in the country, CEO Amin Nasser said on Monday. "China is an important part of Aramco's base," Nasser told reporters on the sidelines of a conference in Saudi Arabia. "And we are currently in discussions with… Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 21, 2022
Saudi Arabia's Crude Oil Production Exceeds 10 Mn Barrels Saudi Arabia's crude oil production increased by 110,000 barrels per day (bpd) on a monthly basis in December to 10.02 million barrels per day, according to recent data. Crude exports slightly dropped from 6.949 million bpd in November to 6.937 million bpd, according to monthly export figures submitted by Saudi… Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 21, 2022
Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 21, 2022 Saudi, Egyptian Housing Ministers Review Urban Projects Egypt’s Minister of Housing, Utilities, and Urban Communities, Assem el-Gazzar, visited Saudi Arabia and inspected major housing projects in Madinah. A press statement issued by the Egyptian Ministry said that the Minister listened to a detailed explanation of the residential projects in the city and other housing projects that the…
Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 21, 2022 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.…
Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 21, 2022 Saudi Energy Minister: Kingdom Seeks Ensuring Immunity of Energy World’s Three Pillars Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman confirmed that Saudi Arabia seeks to ensure the immunity of the three pillars of the energy world: securing necessary energy supplies, continuous economic development by providing reliable energy sources, and facing climate change. He underscored that these three pillars must be observed without…
Bangkok Post · Feb 21, 2022 Govt expects 200,000 Saudi visitors this year About 200,000 people are expected to visit Thailand from Saudi Arabia this year with the resumption of direct flights and mutual tourism promotions, the government spokesman said on Monday.
Bangkok Post · Feb 20, 2022 Upskilling 'worth the effort' With eight years' experience working as an electrician in the Middle East under his belt, Bunjong Chudpimai started a personnel recruitment agency that also operates as an authorised work skills testing centre in Pathum Thani after he returned to Thailand in 1989.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 20, 2022 Bryson DeChambeau commits to PGA Tour, another massive blow to Saudi Arabia-backed Super Golf League "I want to make it very clear that as long as the best players in the world are playing the PGA Tour, so will I."
The Guardian - UK · Feb 20, 2022 DeChambeau and Johnson deliver new blows to Saudi-backed breakaway tour Potentially fatal blows to Saudi Arabia’s hopes of presiding over a breakaway golf tour have been delivered by Bryson DeChambeau and Dustin Johnson, who have both committed to the PGA Tour
Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 20, 2022 French Ambassador to UN to Asharq Al-Awsat: Political Process in Syria Has Become a 'Joke'; Iran's Nuclear Program Is a 'Top Priority' The Permanent Representative of France to the United Nations, Nicolas de Riviere, stressed that the war in Ukraine, if it occurred, would be a "disaster" for the European people. In an exclusive interview with Asharq Al-Awsat, he expressed his "pessimism" regarding the current situation in Syria, describing the political and…
USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 20, 2022 Dustin Johnson is ‘fully committed to the PGA Tour’ despite Saudi Arabia-backed Super Golf League rumors Johnson went on to thank the leadership and sponsors, "who make the PGA Tour golf's premier tour."
Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 20, 2022 Saudi Arabia to Provide Financial, Logistical Support to Investors in Tourism Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Development Fund said it was ready to partner with the chambers of commerce and the relevant sectors to promote the tourism industry and achieve projects’ sustainability. The Fund aims to enable one of the most vital sectors in the Kingdom, attract tourism investments and stimulate developments, in…
Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 20, 2022 Lebanon Needs to Step up on Reform, Says Saudi FM Saudi Arabia's foreign minister said on Saturday Lebanon must offer stronger signals that it is serious about reform to secure support from the international community as it struggles with a financial crisis. "Lebanon first needs to be actively saving itself ...