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Saudi wealth fund becomes biggest outside Nintendo investor

A Saudi sovereign wealth fund now holds 8.26% of the stock in the video game maker Nintendo, making it the largest outside investor in the Japanese gaming company

The Independent UK

From oil to coffee: A prince's campaign to rebrand Saudi identity

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — As diplomatic victories go, it may not seem like much: The United Nations recognized the Khawlani coffee bean as part of the "intangible cultural heritage" of Saudi Arabia.

Los Angeles Times

Saudi Arabia aims for huge new downtown in Riyadh by 2030

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Thursday launched a company to carry out a hugely ambitious development in downtown Riyadh, as part of the leading oil exporter's plans to make its capital a global metropolis and diversify the economy.

Reuters

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Saudi Arabia Selected as Club World Cup 2023 Host

Saudi Arabia has been selected to host the 2023 Club World Cup in December, FIFA announced on Tuesday. The FIFA Council unanimously voted for the Saudi Arabian Football Federation to stage the event, which includes the six continental champions plus the host's national champions. The tournament will take place from…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Govt Stresses Kingdom’s Support to Earthquake Victims

The Saudi government stressed on Tuesday its solidarity and support to the victims of the devastating earthquake that struck Syria and Türkiye last week. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in Riyadh. The government stressed that it stands by…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Arabia Allocates 100 Mln Sqm of Land to Reduce Real Estate Prices

Saudi Minister of Municipal, Rural Affairs and Housing Majed Al Hogail said that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman ordered allocating the residential sector with 100 million square meters (sqm) of land in Riyadh and other cities, where land and real estate prices are rising. Al Hogail revealed that about 1.5…

Asharq Al-Awsat

GOP use Hunter to distract from Kushner

GOP's sick new goal: Get Biden to break down emotionally over Hunter's laptop to distract from Kushner's corruption

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KSRelief to Open an Air Bridge within Hours to Aleppo

Saudi Arabia is coordinating efforts to operate direct relief flights to Aleppo, to provide medical, shelter, search, and rescue aid to those affected by the devastating earthquake that struck Syria and Türkiye, according to Saudi sources. The sources told Asharq Al-Awsat that the Kingdom was preparing to send thousands of…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Sixth Saudi Relief Plane Arrives in Türkiye to Aid Quake Victims

A sixth Saudi plane loaded with relief aid arrived in Türkiye’s Gaziantep to help victims of Monday’s devastating earthquake. The plane was carrying 98 tons of aid, including food, tents, blankets, mattresses and medical supplies. The assistance is being carried out in implementation of the orders of Custodian of the…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Rescue Teams Arrive in Turkiye

The first Saudi relief plane arrived at Adana airport in Turkiye as part of the Saudi airlift dispatched by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSRelief) under the directives of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Iraqi PM to Asharq Al-Awsat: Our Country Won’t Be Arena for Settling Scores

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani announced that Iraq and Saudi Arabia are capable of forming a regional axis that can act as a foundation for stability in the region and world. In an exclusive interview with Asharq Al-Awsat, he revealed that he agreed with Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Orders Air Bridge to Deliver Aid to Syria, Türkiye

Saudi Arabia’s King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Tuesday ordered the operation of an air bridge to provide aid to help the earthquake victims in Syria and Türkiye. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz al-Rabeeah, advisor to the Royal Court and the Supervisor General of the King Salman…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Leadership Orders Dispatch of Aid, Rescue Teams to Türkiye, Syria

The Saudi leadership ordered on Tuesday the dispatch of aid to Türkiye and Syria in wake of the devastating earthquake that has left thousands of people dead and injured. Saudi Arabia will send rescue teams and open an air bridge to send urgent medical and humanitarian aid. Custodian of the…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Crown Prince Chairs Meeting of Council of Economic and Development Affairs

Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince, Prime Minister and Chairman of the Council of Economic and Development Affairs, chaired a meeting for the council on Tuesday. The council reviewed several economic and development issues, including a presentation submitted by the Ministry of Economy and Planning regarding local and global economic…

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Saudi Arabia, Italy Discuss Opportunities for Developing Cooperation

Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, held telephone talks on Tuesday with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. Discussions focused on bilateral relations between their countries and opportunities for expanding joint cooperation and developing it in several fields.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Wide Arab, Int’l Solidarity with Earthquake Victims in Türkiye, Syria

Arab and foreign countries have voiced their solidarity with Türkiye and Syria following a devastating earthquake on Monday that killed hundreds and injured thousands. Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman called Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and offered his condolences over the deadly 7.8-magnitude earthquake that struck Türkiye. During…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Governor of Riyadh Crowns Winners of King Abdulaziz Camel Festival

The closing ceremony of the seventh edition of the King Abdulaziz Camel Festival was held yesterday in Riyadh, with the Governor of Riyadh, Prince Faisal bin Bandar, attending on behalf of Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman. Prince Faisal bin Bandar gave out the first-place awards at the…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi ‘Arheb’ Offers Smart Shared Transport Solutions, Preserves Saudi Environment

Saudi Arabia’s “Arheb” transportation platform will connect drivers and passengers wishing to travel together between the country’s governorates and cities, in addition to neighboring Gulf and Arab countries. Arheb ensures the lowest cost of transportation for users and provides weekly and monthly packages for employees and students at competitive prices.…

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French Foreign Minister visits Mideast in bid to reinforce regional friendships

French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna is in Riyadh this Thursday as part of a three-day visit to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates in a bid to strengthen partnerships in the Middle East amid regional and international instability.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Crown Prince Meets with French FM

Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, met on Thursday with French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Catherine Colonna. They discussed ways to enhance bilateral relations in all fields, in addition to the latest regional and international developments. The meeting was attended by Saudi Energy Minister Prince…

The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: Pell funeral met with protests; no Charles on $5 note; and the ACT’s new EV incentive

Tony Abbott leads the praise inside St Mary’s Cathedral while protesters outside face off with funeral attenders in sometimes heated exchanges

The Guardian - UK

Rate of executions in Saudi Arabia almost doubles under Mohammed bin Salman

Last six years among bloodiest in kingdom’s modern history despite push to modernise

The Independent UK

AMC exits Saudi Arabia as young cinema market booms

AMC Entertainment Holdings, the world’s biggest cinema chain, has decided to exit Saudi Arabia’s fast-growing market in the face of intense competition

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Arabia Urges Int’l Community to Assume Responsibilities in Ending Israeli Occupation

The Saudi government urged on Tuesday the international community to assume its responsibilities in ending the Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in Riyadh. The government also underscored the need to revive the peace…

Asharq Al-Awsat

King Salman Issues Royal Order Promoting 148 Members of Public Prosecution

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz issued on Tuesday a Royal Order promoting 148 members of the Public Prosecution in various ranks. Attorney General Sheikh Saud bin Abdullah Al-Mujib hailed the Royal Order, stressing that it reflects the support provided by King Salman and Prince Mohammed…

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