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New horizons for a historic friendship

Saudi Arabia and India share a historic camaraderie and, their relationship has made several strides through centuries

The Hindu

RCU Launches Direct Flights from Paris to AlUla

The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has announced the opening of a direct flight from Paris to AlUla in Saudi Arabia. This new air route provides a unique opportunity for French travelers and travelers from neighboring countries to be among the first explorers to visit the extraordinary region. Arguably the…

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Can Technocratic Reforms Save Saudi Arabia?

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New chapter with Saudis feted

Thailand and Saudi Arabia have agreed to fully restore diplomatic relations, opening a new chapter in their relations and creating opportunities for bilateral cooperation and development between the two kingdoms.

Bangkok Post

Businesses laud Saudi Arabia accord

The Thai business sector has hailed the agreement with Saudi Arabia to restore full diplomatic relations for the first time in more than three decades, believing it can bolster trade, investment and tourism between the two countries.

Bangkok Post

Saudi-Arabia’s Savvy Gaming buys ESL Gaming and FACEIT for $1.5 billion

The Saudi Arabia-backed Savvy Gaming is funded by the Kingdom's Public Investment Fund.

Input

GaStat: Saudi Non-Oil Exports Jump 26% in November

Saudi Arabia’s overall merchandise exports jumped 82.5% in November 2021 compared to the same month in 2020, according to official data released by the Saudi General Authority for Statistics (GaStat) on Tuesday. Non-oil exports increased by 26.1% year-on-year in November 2021, rising to SAR26 billion ($6.9 billion) from SAR20.6 billion…

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PM foresees great benefits from Saudi Arabia ties

The country is likely to benefit greatly from the restoration of normal relations with Saudi Arabia, including the possibility of progress towards peace in the far South, according to Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha.

Bangkok Post

Thai Products Expected to Increase Competitiveness in Saudi Market

Thai Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, General Prayut Chan-o-cha, visited Saudi Arabia on Tuesday as part of the Kingdom's efforts to strengthen mutual relations and build bridges of communication with all world countries. Following the visit, Saudi investors expect an increase in the competitiveness of rice prices and the…

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Saudi Joint Team to Ensure Implementation of Industrial, Energy Projects

Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef revealed that the Ministry of Energy and Saudi Aramco are working closely to create a joint team and ensure that related projects are progressing appropriately, including those of the “In Kingdom Total Value Add” (IKTVA) program for the supply sector.…

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Yemen PM: Iran Uses Yemen as Base for Attacking Neighbors

Yemen’s prime minister on Tuesday accused the Houthi militia of allowing Iran to use the war-torn country as a base for attacking other states, the official news agency SABA reported. Maeen Abdulmalik Saeed told British Ambassador to Yemen Richard Oppenheim that the Houthis have shunned peace efforts to end the…

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Washington Again Signals Readiness to Hold Houthis to Account

The US administration once signaled the option of "holding Houthis accountable" after the Iran-backed militias targeted Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates and Saudi cities for the second time in less than a week. In official statements by the White House, State Department, and Department of Defense, the administration…

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Saudi FM: Keen on Expanding Communication with Thailand

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah said on Tuesday the Kingdom is keen on building bridges of communication with Thailand and working with all partners around the world to support international peace and security. He said Tuesday's visit by Thai Premier Prayut Chan-o-cha to Riyadh is part…

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Saudi Arabia to Resume Flights to Thailand in May

Saudia Airlines announced on Tuesday that it will resume operating direct flights from Saudi Arabia to Thailand from May. The announcement was made after the two kingdoms restored their diplomatic relations. Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha was in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday where he met with Crown Prince Mohammed bin…

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Reopening of Saudi ties means job opportunities for Thai workers

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's official visit to Saudi Arabia has reopened opportunities for Thai workers in the Mideast country, government deputy spokeswoman Ratchada Dhnadirek said.

Bangkok Post

Thailand, Saudi Arabia agree to restore full diplomatic ties

CAIRO: Thailand and Saudi Arabia agreed on Tuesday to exchange ambassadors in the first high-level meeting between the two countries since a row over a jewellery theft nearly three decades ago led the Gulf state to downgrade ties.

The Independent UK

Charting cultural landscapes: A look at the cultural creative landscape in Saudi Arabia and MENA

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Tanween: inspiration and innovation through creativity and collaboration

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Saudi Arabia, Iraq Sign MoU on Linking Power Grids

The Saudi Ministry of Energy and Iraqi Ministry of Electricity signed on Tuesday a memorandum of understanding (MoU) framing the joint cooperation in linking the power grids between their countries. The MoU was co-signed by Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Energy, and Acting Iraqi Minister of Electricity…

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Saudi Arabia Reiterates Condemnation of Houthi Attacks on Kingdom, UAE

The Saudi government reiterated on Tuesday its condemnation of the attacks carried out by the Iran-backed Houthi militias in Yemen against the Kingdom and United Arab Emirates. The cabinet convened in person in Riyadh for the first time since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Saudi Arabia and Thailand Restore Diplomatic Ties

Saudi Arabia and Thailand restored diplomatic ties on Tuesday during a visit to Riyadh by Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha. He held talks with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense. They agreed to restore ties and open a new chapter in relations, said…

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Chris Wood's risky Newcastle United decision unlikely to make Saudi owners happy

In his latest column, Gibbo discusses the new Newcastle United signing not being part of the group in Saudi Arabia having decided to joining up and play for New Zealand

The Independent UK

Thai PM visits Saudi Arabia three decades after diamond heist row

First state visit in more than 30 years seeks to repair relations soured by a sensational jewellery heist

Bangkok Post

Saudi's Crown Prince welcomes PM Prayut

RIYADH: Prime Minister and Defence Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha paid a courtesy call on His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister of Saudi Arabia at Al Yamamah Palace on Tuesday.

Reuters

Israel says it hopes for ties with S.Arabia, Indonesia, but no deals imminent

Israel's top diplomat said on Tuesday it hopes to build on its 2020 U.S.-brokered accords with four Muslim nations and establish diplomatic relations with Saudi Arabia and Indonesia, but such deals would take time.

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