Saudi Arabia Breaks 70-Year Alcohol Ban with First Liquor Store In a significant shift in its social policies, Saudi Arabia has opened its first liquor store in over 70 years, located in the Diplomatic Quarter of Riyadh. This pioneering move caters exclusively to non-Muslim diplomats, marking a bold step towards a more open and inclusive society ¹. A New Era for Saudi Arabia The decision to open a liquor store is part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s ambitious plan to transform the kingdom into a tourism and business destination. This move aims to attract foreign investment, talent, and visitors,...
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