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SAUDI

Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jul 20, 2022
Biden’s return to realism in Saudi Arabia
Contrary to critics' claims, U.S. President Joe Biden's decision to visit Saudi Arabia does not amount to a destabilizing display of American weakness.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 19, 2022
Japan and Saudi Arabia vow to work together for a stable international oil market
Concerns for crude oil supply have been boosting its prices, which have already climbed on the back of robust demand resulting from the global economic recovery from the pandemic.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 17, 2022
Biden ends trip with U.S.-Saudi relations on the mend but few other wins
Biden's four-day trip to Israel and Saudi Arabia, his first to the Middle East as president, aimed to reset ties with the Gulf Arab oil giant.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 17, 2022
Biden fails to secure major security and oil commitments at Arab summit
Saudi Arabia, Washington's most important Arab ally, poured cold water on U.S. hopes the summit could help lay the groundwork for a regional security alliance.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jul 16, 2022
Biden fist-bumps Saudi crown prince, then raises attacks on dissidents
On a trip to reset relations after the 2018 killing of Jamal Khashoggi, the U.S. president said MbS had denied involvement in the murder and said he had held those responsible to account.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 15, 2022
Biden’s Saudi lesson: The only path runs through MBS
As the de facto ruler of the oil-rich monarchy, the 36-year-old prince has cast himself as a reformer. But his rule has also been defined by his institutionalization of force.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 14, 2022
Biden, battered at home, basks in unvarnished praise in Israel
At a red-carpet airport ceremony flush with fawning on both sides, Israeli President Isaac Herzog called his U.S. counterpart 'our brother Joseph.”
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 13, 2022
Biden heads to Middle East on oil mission amid concerns at home
The U.S. leader risks political embarrassment unless near-record U.S. gasoline prices reverse course, and must avoid a backtrack on human rights that would deepen discontent among his base.
Japan Times
WORLD / FOCUS
Jul 9, 2022
U.S. and Israel push Arab allies for joint defense pact amid Iran tensions
The two allies are seeking to lay the groundwork for an alliance with Arab states that would connect air-defense systems to combat Iranian drone and missile attacks in the Middle East.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Jun 27, 2022
Wimbledon marks end of era free from bans and boycotts in sports
'We will continue to see increased use of sports for cultural change, for value change, for policy change. It's only going to happen more and more.”
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
May 3, 2022
Greg Norman: Phil Mickelson's comments impacted Saudi-backed tour
Norman said that nearly one third of the top 50 players in the world were committed to playing in the new tour, which has restructured its schedule from 14 events to a potential eight.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Apr 20, 2022
Gerard Pique rejects wrongdoing over €24-million Saudi Super Cup deal
Barcelona defender Gerard Pique dismissed any wrongdoing over his involvement in helping the Spanish F.A. secure a deal to relocate Spain's Super Cup to Saudi Arabia, an agreement which earned his Kosmos company €24 million ($26 million) in commissions.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Apr 13, 2022
Saudi Arabia leads OPEC decision to drop IEA data as U.S. ties fray
Riyadh and its allies have thus far ignored Western calls to increase output to try to lower oil prices of around $100 a barrel.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Mar 29, 2022
Formula One has much to discuss after dramatic Saudi GP weekend
Formula One argues, in the face of criticism from human rights groups, that it can act as a force for change in the region.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Mar 20, 2022
Why the Saudis won’t pump more oil
Saudi and Emirati leaders have reportedly been declining U.S. President Joe Biden's calls to produce more oil in the wake of the U.S. ban on Russian imports.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Mar 20, 2022
Saudi Arabia’s oil-for-yuan bid won’t threaten the dollar
In an increasingly divided world, it makes sense to look for a good alternative to the greenback. Now is not that time.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 18, 2022
Japan and Saudi Arabia to work toward stabilizing crude oil markets
Kishida expressed hope for Saudi Arabia's 'strong leadership' in bringing calm to the markets amid supply concerns.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Feb 27, 2022
Phil Mickelson out as host of PGA Tour event as fallout continues
The six-time major winner, who hosted the American Express tournament since 2020, will not return to that role next year and his foundation will no longer serve as its charitable arm.
Japan Times
WORLD
Feb 23, 2022
How a Saudi woman's iPhone revealed hacking around the world
An unusual error in spyware made by NSO allowed researchers to discover a trove of evidence suggesting the Israeli spyware-maker had helped hack the activist's smartphone.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Feb 23, 2022
Phil Mickelson issues apology over Saudi comments
The six-time major champion admitted he was using interest from the Super Golf League as leverage to get PGA tour players more money via enhanced media rights.
Who needs AI when you have Hatsune Miku?
Over the first six months of 2024, a handful of songs using Vocaloid singer Hatsune Miku’s voice have enjoyed widespread attention, underlining a global interest in the character and the technology she represents.
Yen’s woes seem too big for even a BOJ hike this month to solve
The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
China’s economic growth comes in worse than expected
Pedestrians in the Wangfujing shopping area in Beijing on July 11, 2024. China's economic growth in the second quarter was lower than forecast, adding pressure on Chinese leaders to lift confidence at the Chinese Communist Party's third plenum this week.
Kansai airports to increase takeoff and landing slots ahead of Osaka Expo
Kansai International Airport in Izumisano, Osaka Prefecture. The upper limit on the number of takeoff and landing slots at the airport as well as Kobe Airport in Hyogo Prefecture will be raised in spring next year ahead of the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka.
Shooter came within inches of killing Trump, but left few clues as to why
An aerial view shows the stage where Republican presidential candidate and former U.S. President Donald Trump had been standing during an assassination attempt the day before, and the roof of a nearby building where a gunman was shot dead by law enforcement, in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Sunday.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
Akiko Trush says her experience with the neurological disorder dystonia left her feeling like she wanted to chop her own hand off.
How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
After Trump shooting, U.S. presidential race might take a violent turn
United States Secret Service Counter Snipers stand guard on a rooftop during a campaign rally for U.S. President Donald Trump in Avoca, Pennsylvania, in 2020.
No AC this summer? No problem (for me).
Think air conditioning is a requirement for a Tokyo summer? Think again.
She’s paying ¥1 million to help behind the scenes at the Paris Olympics
Mai Tarumi, who previously volunteered at the postponed Tokyo Olympics in 2021, has a travel budget of ¥1 million for her trip to volunteer at the Paris Games.

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