Saudi Arabia plans to open two new alcohol stores as curbs ease

Launch of outlets would mark latest milestone in the ongoing efforts by de facto ruler to open up kingdom

Saudi Arabia’s capital Riyadh

Timour Azhari and Maha El Dahan

Reuters

Saudi Arabia plans to open two new alcohol stores, including one serving non-Muslim, foreign staff at state oil giant Aramco, as the kingdom further eases restrictions, according to people briefed on the plans.

The launch of outlets in the eastern province of Dhahran and one for diplomats in the port city of Jeddah would be a further milestone in efforts, led by de facto ruler Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, to open up the country.

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