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This development is at the centre of 'Vision 2030', the kingdom's new medium-term strategy for reducing reliance on crude oil revenue and improving economic efficiency. The…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB211021
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The rapid social changes under way, such as letting women drive and reopening cinemas, largely focus on creating new economic opportunities. They also serve a political purpose…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB236599
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On the same day, its new USD450mn desalination project, publicised as the most sustainable in the region, was reported to be on track for completion. DEWA, the emirate’s principal…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB266317
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Washington has increased pressure on Tehran on a near-daily basis since it designated the IRGC as a terrorist organisation on April 8. The United States has imposed new sanctions…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB243815
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Turkish-Qatari relations.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB249226
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The attack comes as the kingdom’s energy sector is undergoing churn after Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman made radical leadership changes, sacking Khalid al-Falih, and dividing…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB246450
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Both moves reflect the determination of de facto ruler Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to assert his strength. Internally, he renewed his dominance of the ruling family, against…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB251285
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NEOM is a futuristic smart urban centre and tourism hub in north-western Saudi Arabia. The official rhetoric associated with the launch of NEOM emphasises the project’s…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB268098
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The initial public offering (IPO) of a 1.5% stake in Saudi Aramco on December 6 reached the top end of the recommended price range, giving the company a relatively high valuation…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB249356
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Mohammed bin Salman in 2016 spearheaded ‘Vision 2030’, a grand plan for a more diversified economy, accompanied by a step-by-step transformation programme. A key element is to…