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Saudi Arabia gathers China's Xi with Arab leaders in 'new era' of ties

Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with Arab leaders on Friday at "milestone" summits hosted by Saudi Arabia in a show of strength by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman as an aspiring leader of the Middle East and key partner for global powers.

Radio France Internationale

China, Saudi Arabia strengthen partnership on energy, defence

Beijing and Riyadh say they will ‘firmly support each other’s core interests’ during an official visit by Xi Jinping.

Al Jazeera

China's Xi calls for oil trade in yuan at Gulf summit in Riyadh

President Xi Jinping told Gulf Arab leaders on Friday that China would work to buy oil and gas in yuan, a move that would support Beijing's goal to establish its currency internationally and weaken the U.S. dollar's grip on world trade.

Reuters

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Xi Announces Listing Saudi Arabia as Tourist Destination for Chinese Groups

China’s President Xi Jinping said his country listed Saudi Arabia as an outbound destination for Chinese tourist groups to expand interpersonal exchanges as well as cultural and popular exchanges. The announcement was made following Xi’s meeting with Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, in Riyadh on…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi-China Summit: Deepening Ties Within Framework of Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

Saudi Arabia and China stressed in a joint statement on Friday the importance of continuing joint action in all fields and deepening relations within the framework of the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Prince Mohammed…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Aramco, Shandong Energy Collaborate on Downstream Projects in China

Saudi Aramco and Shandong Energy Group are exploring collaboration on integrated refining and petrochemical opportunities in China, the Saudi Arabian Oil Company said in a statement on Friday. The companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which includes a potential crude oil supply agreement and chemicals products offtake agreement,…

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Saudi Arabia, China Affirm Importance of Stable Global Oil Markets

Saudi Arabia and China reaffirmed the significance of stability in global oil markets and the Saudi role in that, a joint statement said on Friday, following Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to the Kingdom. "The People's Republic of China welcomed the Kingdom’s role as a supporter of the balance and…

Asharq Al-Awsat

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Saudi Arabia, China Strengthen Strategic Partnership in Digital Economy

Saudi Arabia has signed a strategic partnership with China for cooperation on the digital economy. The agreement was signed by Minister of Communications and Information Technology Eng.

Asharq Al-Awsat

EXPLAINER: Why can’t Lebanon elect a president?

Lebanon has been without a president for over a month, and its legislators since late September have been unable to vote for a new president

The Independent UK

World Cup: The best moments so far from Lionel Messi magic and shock upsets to group stage drama

Amid controversy and continued human rights concerns surrounding Fifa and Qatar off the pitch, it’s been an exhilarating ride so far on it

The Independent UK

With US-Saudi ties at a nadir, China’s leader comes calling

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — It was no fleeting fist bump, but a five-second handshake. And rather than a grimace and stiff hello, there were smiles and warm words of greeting.

Los Angeles Times

Cameron Norrie reacts to beating Nick Kyrgios and Stefanos Tsitsipas in same day

The British No.1 is competing for the Diriyah Tennis Cup in Saudi Arabia and is through to the semi-finals after securing two impressive wins in the same day

Daily Mirror

Saudi gesture, late change and familiar face flops - Moments you may have missed in Newcastle win

Newcastle United secured a 5-0 win over Saudi Arabian outfit Al-Hilal to lift the Diriyah Cup on Thursday - here are the moments you may have missed

Chronicle Live

Tantrums to tinsel: why I love the curious and festive tradition of the Santa photo

In April 1995, my uncle secured a lucrative job in Saudi Arabia. He and my aunt left their home in suburban Sydney and relocated to a western compound (a residential gated community for expats) in Jeddah. My aunt shares stories of life under Saudi’s strict laws and how she craved…

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Saudi Arabia did not mediate in Griner release, White House says

The release of US basketball player Brittney Griner was negotiated between the United States and Russia only, the White House said on Thursday, refuting a Saudi Arabia claim it was involved.

Chronicle Live

Newcastle United player ratings as Joelinton and Miguel Almiron steal the show against Al-Hilal

The Newcastle United ratings are in from Saudi Arabia

The Independent UK

Saudi’s MBS and UAE led mediation in Brittney Griner’s prisoner swap, Middle Eastern nations claim

Saudi Arabia’ controversial crown prince Mohammed bin Salman, and the president of the UAE, have claimed they led the mediation efforts that led to the release of basketball star Brittney Griner.

Chronicle Live

Who are Al Hilal? Newcastle's opponents ready to give Howe's side a warm welcome and tough game

Newcastle United take on Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal in Riyadh on Thursday evening

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Liverpool Echo

Qatari Royal Family 'respond to' Liverpool takeover links

A Qatari-Saudi Arabia consortium bid for Liverpool had been touted in recent weeks

The Independent UK

Xi Jinping’s grand welcome in Saudi Arabia compared to Joe Biden’s ‘cold fist bump’

Analysts say contrast highlights how Saudi Arabia sees itself as having more in common with China than the US

Al Jazeera

China, Saudi Arabia cement ties with deals including Huawei

Chinese President Xi Jinping hails ‘new era’ in relationship with Gulf as he meets Saudi crown prince, king.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Crown Prince Greets China’s President at Al Yamamah Palace

Chinese leader Xi Jinping arrived on Thursday at Al Yamamah Palace in Riyadh to meet with the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz. The Chinese president was greeted by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Xi began Wednesday a state visit to Saudi Arabia at the…

The Independent UK

China's Xi at Saudi palace to meet royals on Mideast trip

Chinese leader Xi Jinping is meeting with Saudi Arabia’s king and the crown prince while on a visit to the kingdom

Al Jazeera

‘World will take note:’ Saudi fans on Ronaldo link to local club

The Portuguese superstar has reportedly received a tantalising offer from Saudi Arabia’s Al Nassr club.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Volume of Saudi-Chinese Trade Exchange Amounts to $320Bln

The Federation of Saudi Chambers (FSC) said the volume of trade exchange between Saudi Arabia and China between 2017 and 2021 amounted to SAR1.2 trillion ($320 billion). This figure reflects the strength and durability of the strategic economic partnership and the diversity and multiplicity of trade and investment opportunities in…

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