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Riyadh Paves the Way for Expanding China’s Economic Relations with Gulf and Arab Countries

Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to arrive in Saudi Arabia on Thursday, for a two-day official visit at the invitation of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz. The Saudi business sector in particular, and the Gulf and Arab countries in general, are looking forward…

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At Invitation of King Salman, Chinese President to Kick off Visit to Saudi Arabia on Thursday

Chinese President Xi Jinping will kick off an official three-day visit to Saudi Arabia on Thursday at the invitation of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz. The visit will boost the historic ties and strategic partnership between their countries. King Salman and Xi will preside over…

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Chinese President to Visit Saudi Arabia at King Salman's Invitation

Chinese President Xi Jinping will kick off an official visit to Saudi Arabia on Wednesday at the invitation of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Tuesday. King Salman and Xi will preside over a Saudi-Chinese summit with the participation of…

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Saudi Arabia Extends $3 Bln Deposit Term to Pakistan

Saudi Arabia on Friday extended the term of a $3 billion deposit it made to Pakistan’s foreign reserves, as directed by Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz and the Crown Prince. Saudi Arabia deposited the money in Pakistan's central bank late last year as a loan to shore up the cash-strapped…

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Saudi Arabia Reiterates Firm Support to Promote Dialogue between Cultures

The Saudi government reiterated on Tuesday its firm support in promoting efforts to spread the spirit of dialogue and communication between different cultures. The Kingdom had made this stance during its participation at 9th Global Forum of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations held in Fez, Morocco. It stressed that…

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Saudi Arabia Extends Terms of $5 Billion in Aid to Egypt

Saudi Arabia agreed Tuesday to extend the terms of a $5 billion aid package to Egypt in March, Saudi state media said, in a move aimed at bolstering the North African country’s recent deal with the International Monetary Fund. The extension reflects the generous directives of Custodian of the Two…

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King Salman Sends Message on Bilateral Ties to Emir of Kuwait

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz dispatched on Tuesday a written message to Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, reported the Saudi Press Agency. The message tackled the strong fraternal historic relations that bind their countries and peoples and ways to develop and expand…

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Saudi Cabinet Praises Efforts to Enhance Kingdom’s Global Economic Position

The Saudi Cabinet on Tuesday hailed the Kingdom’s keenness to communicate and strengthen relations with friendly countries as it continues playing a pivotal role through the participatory work system at the global level. King Salman bin Abdulaziz had chaired the Cabinet's session at Al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh on Tuesday. During…

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King Salman Decrees Wednesday a National Holiday after Saudi Victory over Argentina

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz decreed that Wednesday be a national holiday in celebration of the Kingdom’s victory against Argentina during the FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, had suggested the holiday for employees and students. The…

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Saudi Crown Prince, S. Korean President Discuss Energy Security, Strategic Partnership

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz confirmed that Saudi Arabia and South Korea are seeking to intensify joint action to confront threats that undermine international peace and affect energy security and the safety of supply chains. The Crown Prince was speaking during his meeting with South Korean President…

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Economic Forum Calls for Selection of 10 Main Sectors for Saudi Transformation to Digital Economy

The 10th edition of the Riyadh Economic Forum has issued 24 recommendations and initiatives that call for the selection of 10 key sectors and the nine impactful technologies to accelerate the transformation towards a digital economy, boost the skills of national human capital, and strengthen the research and development system.…

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Saudi Govt Reviews Kingdom’s Participation at Regional, Int’l Events

The Saudi government reviewed on Tuesday the Kingdom’s participation at various regional and international events over the past week. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in Riyadh. The ministers underscored the Kingdom’s keenness on bolstering cooperation and coordination at…

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Riyadh Economic Forum Tackles Strategic Issues, Solid Studies

Under the patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz, Governor of the Riyadh region, launched on Monday the tenth edition of the Riyadh Economic Forum, with a wide participation of government officials, economic experts and academics. Prince Faisal…

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Saudi King, Crown Prince Send Condolences to Turkish President over Victims of Istanbul Explosion

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz on Monday sent a cable to Türkiye’s President Recep Tayib Erdogan offering his condolences over the victims of a terrorist explosion that rocked the Taksim Square in Istanbul. King Salman said: “We received the news about the terror explosion in…

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On Behalf of King Salman, Saudi FM to Represent Kingdom at Arab Summit

On behalf of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz, Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah will represent the Kingdom at the two-day Arab League summit that will kick off in Algeria on Tuesday. Prince Faisal departed the Kingdom on Tuesday at the head…

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King Salman Pardons 6 Pakistani Nationals at Shahbaz Shareef’s Request

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz ordered on Wednesday the pardon and release of six Pakistani nationals who were arrested in the Kingdom during the holy month of Ramadan. An official source at the Interior Ministry said the pardon came at the request of Pakistani Prime…

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Saudi Arabia, South Africa Stress Joint Action, Cooperation

Saudi Arabia and South Africa issued a statement after President Cyril Ramaphosa visited Riyadh, confirming the strength of bilateral relations and the importance of boosting joint action. Ramaphosa began Friday a visit to the Kingdom at the invitation of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz. The…

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King Salman Urges Peaceful Solutions, Backs Int’l Efforts to Resolve Russia-Ukraine Crisis

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz stressed on Sunday the importance of dialogue, negotiations and peaceful solutions in ending fighting, protecting civilians and establishing peace, security and development for all. He underlined the Kingdom’s support to international efforts aimed at reaching a political solution to the…

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King Salman to Deliver Annual Royal Speech Before Shura Council

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, is set to give the annual royal speech before the Saudi Shura Council on Sunday. In his speech, which marks the launch of the third year of the eighth session of the Shura Council, the monarch will…

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Saudi Govt Hails OPEC+’s Pivotal Role in Achieving Balance, Stability in Oil Markets

The Saudi government praised on Tuesday the pivotal role played by OPEC+ in achieving balance and stability in the global oil markets, and consequently, supporting the world economy. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in Jeddah. The ministers reviewed…

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Saudi Leadership Receives Written Messages from President of South Korea

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received on Monday written messages from South Korea’s President Yoon Suk-yeol. The messages tackled the strong and close bilateral relations that bind their countries and ways to bolster them in…

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Saudi Arabia Stresses Importance of Int’l Community Standing Against Iran’s Violations

The Saudi government reiterated on Tuesday its absolute rejection of all attacks that threaten the security and stability of Iraq. It stressed the importance of the international community standing against all Iranian violations of international laws, treaties and norms. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chaired…

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King Salman Receives Messages from Presidents of Czech Republic, Azerbaijan

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz received on Sunday separate written messages from Czech President Milos Zeman and Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev. The messages tackled the bilateral relations that bind Saudi Arabia with the Czech Republic and Azerbaijan and ways to support them on various levels.…

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Saudi Leadership Congratulates China on National Day

The Saudi leadership congratulated on Saturday China on the occasion of National Day, reported the Saudi Press Agency. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, sent separate cables of congratulations to President Xi Jinping on the occasion. They…

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Crown prince Mohammed bin Salman named Saudi Arabia’s prime minister

In 2019 the prince took ‘full responsibility’ for the killing of Khashoggi since it happened on his watch but he denied ordering it

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