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Here are the latest news updates from Saudi Arabia:
Top Stories
- Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman meets with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken: The Saudi Crown Prince received US Secretary of State Antony Blinken at the Al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh, discussing bilateral relations, regional issues, and the Iran nuclear deal.
- Saudi Arabia to host G20 Summit in 2023: The kingdom has been selected to host the G20 Summit in 2023, with the event expected to take place in November.
- Saudi Aramco reports record profits: The state-owned oil company reported a net income of SAR 88.2 billion (USD 23.5 billion) in the first quarter of 2023, a 30% increase from the same period last year.
Business and Economy
- Saudi Arabia's non-oil sector grows 3.4%: The kingdom's non-oil sector grew 3.4% in the first quarter of 2023, driven by a recovery in the construction and manufacturing sectors.
- Saudi Aramco to invest in renewable energy: The company has announced plans to invest in renewable energy projects, including solar and wind power, to reduce its carbon footprint.
- Saudi Stock Exchange (Tadawul) sees record trading volume: The Saudi Stock Exchange saw a record trading volume of SAR 1.3 trillion (USD 347 billion) in the first quarter of 2023.
Sports
- Saudi Arabia to host 2023 Asian Cup: The kingdom has been selected to host the 2023 Asian Cup, a major international football tournament.
- Saudi Pro League season to kick off in August: The Saudi Pro League, the top division of Saudi football, is set to kick off in August, with 16 teams competing for the title.
Other News
- Saudi Arabia to launch new visa system: The kingdom is set to launch a new visa system, allowing tourists to visit the country more easily and for longer periods.
- Saudi Arabia to host international food festival: The kingdom will host an international food festival in Riyadh, featuring cuisine from around the world.
These are just a few of the latest news updates from Saudi Arabia. If you're looking for more information or specific news on a particular topic, feel free to ask!