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Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi held two separate meetings with his Chinese and Iraqi counterparts in Riyadh on Thursday. The meetings touched on the regional and global developments, the challenges facing the Middle East, and ways to enhance bilateral cooperation. Presidential spokesman Bassam Rady said Sisi exchanged views with China’s…

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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.

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Newcastle notes: Saudi hosts' classy gesture, injury latest and a potential new deal earned

Newcastle United picked up the Diriyah Season Cup in Riyadh on a great night in the Middle East

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Newcastle owners see deal they can do, untouchable found and millions could be saved - 5 things

Newcastle United ran out 5-0 winners against Al Hilal in the Diriyah Season Cup and here are five things we learned from the pre-season friendly in Riyadh

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Newcastle United 5-0 Al-Hilal report as five-star Magpies lift Diriyah Cup with comfortable win

Newcastle United made light work of their Saudi opponents with a 5-0 win over Al-Hilal in Riyadh

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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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Saudi Arabia, China Sign Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement

Saudi Arabia and China have signed a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement, Saudi state news agency SPA said on Thursday, during a state visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping. The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, met with Xi at Al Yamamah Palace in Riyadh in the…

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Chris Wood to get League Cup last-16 audition for Newcastle United in Riyadh tonight

Newcastle United face a big clash against Al-Hilal in Riyadh later

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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…

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Saudi Arabia signs Huawei deal, deepening China ties on Xi visit

Saudi Arabia and China showcased deepening ties with a series of strategic deals on Thursday during a visit by President Xi Jinping, including one with tech giant Huawei, whose growing foray into the Gulf region has raised U.S. security concerns.

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As US watches on, China-Saudi relations grow in importance

Chinese President Xi arrives in Saudi Arabia to much fanfare, unlike the low-key welcome afforded to US President Biden.

Al Jazeera

Sudan Forum Affirms Strong Arab-Chinese Relations

Ambassadors of Arab countries in Khartoum called for deepening Arab-Chinese relations, stressing the mutual strategic interests between Arab countries and Beijing and the importance of pushing them to the highest level of comprehensive cooperation. Khartoum hosted on Wednesday a forum on the "Arab-Chinese Summit: Current Challenges and Future Prospects" ahead…

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Saudi Arabia to Establish Regional Center for Chinese Factories in Riyadh

Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman said on Wednesday that relations between Saudi Arabia and China are witnessing a paradigm shift, which reflects the keenness of both countries’ leaderships to develop them. Prince Abdulaziz said both sides seek to bolster cooperation in the energy supply chains by establishing a…

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GCC Preparatory Ministerial Meeting Discusses Gulf-Chinese Summit

The Foreign Ministers of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) held Wednesday the 154th Preparatory Ministerial Council meeting of the GCC Supreme Council in Riyadh. The meeting was chaired by the Foreign Minister of Oman, Badr al-Busaidi, Chairman of the current session of the GCC Ministerial Council, with the participation of…

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Xi Hopes for a Shift in Relations between China, Arabs

Chinese President Xi Jinping began Wednesday a state visit to Saudi Arabia at the invitation of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, where he was first met Riyadh Governor Prince Faisal bin Bandar and several Saudi officials. Beijing said Xi's visit is China's "most important…

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Newcastle United notes Riyadh edition: Eddie Howe transfer blueprint, another new commercial tie up

The Magpies have spent the week in Saudi Arabia with some big events taking place in the city of Riyadh

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Yasir Al-Rumayyan's message to Newcastle United players included vision for exciting future

Newcastle United players were invited for dinner with the club chairman during their stay in Riyadh

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Chinese President Says to Discuss Developing Ties with Saudi Arabia during Official Visit

Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Wednesday that he will discuss with Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, deepening bilateral relations between their countries during his visit to Saudi Arabia. Xi had arrived in Riyadh on…

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Chinese President Arrives in Saudi Arabia on Official Visit

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday on an official visit at the invitation of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz. He was welcomed at King Khalid International Airport by Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz, Governor of Riyadh Region; Prince Faisal bin…

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'It's about the journey' - Inside Riyadh fan event as Newcastle United owners hold open dialogue

Newcastle United owners meet fans in Saudi Arabia as club open doors to travelling supporters

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Matt Targett details Bruno Guimaraes' superstar treatment in Riyadh despite missing Saudi camp

Newcastle United are preparing for a friendly against Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal on Thursday and have a unique way of promoting the match

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China's Xi on 'epoch-making' visit to Saudi as Riyadh chafes at U.S. censure

Chinese President Xi Jinping began a visit to Saudi Arabia on Wednesday that Beijing said marked its biggest diplomatic initiative in the Arab world, as Riyadh expands global alliances beyond a long-standing partnership with the West.

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Officials Call for Exploiting Petrochemical Sector to Achieve Circular Energy Goals

Saudi Minister of Energy Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman described the Arab Gulf countries as a land of opportunities and ambitions, stressing the role of young local talents in building a sustainable future. The minister was speaking during the inauguration of the 16th session of the annual forum of the Gulf…

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Riyadh Paves the Way for Expanding China’s Economic Relations with Gulf and Arab Countries

Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to arrive in Saudi Arabia on Thursday, for a two-day official visit at the invitation of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz. The Saudi business sector in particular, and the Gulf and Arab countries in general, are looking forward…

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China Stresses Comprehensive Development Partnership with Saudi Arabia

International attention is turned to the Saudi capital, which is hosting the first qualitative summit that brings China together with Gulf and Arab states, led by Saudi Arabia, amid extremely complex geopolitical conditions. The Chinese ambassador to Saudi Arabia Chen Weiqing, stressed that Beijing was ready to deploy joint efforts…

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