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world-news1 year ago•3 min saved

Saudi Arabia's Historic Move: Opening First Alcohol Store in Over 70 Years to Tackle Booze Smuggling

Saudi Arabia has opened its first alcohol store in Riyadh's diplomatic quarter, a significant move in the conservative Muslim kingdom where alcohol has been banned since 1952. The store, accessible to non-Muslim diplomats, aims to tackle the longstanding problem of booze smuggling, which has been prevalent through diplomatic channels and the black market. The new shop comes with strict rules and a tracked purchasing system to counter the illicit trade of alcohol goods. While the country has seen liberalizing reforms under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's Vision 2030 campaign, the legalization of drinking outside of diplomatic venues is expected to be limited to hotels or special economic zones and kept off-limits to Muslims.

via CNBC|

#alcohol-store #black-market #diplomatic-quarter

businessinternational-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

"First Alcohol Store Opens in Saudi Arabia After 70 Years, Exclusively for Diplomats and Select Group"

Saudi Arabia has opened its first alcohol shop in over 70 years, exclusively catering to non-Muslim diplomats in Riyadh's Diplomatic Quarter, as part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's efforts to diversify the economy and transform the kingdom into a tourism and business hub. The store offers liquor, wine, and limited beer types, with purchases made through a mobile app and strict identification requirements. The move aligns with new regulations governing alcohol sales to diplomats, aiming to control imports within diplomatic consignments. Saudi Arabia has maintained a strict ban on alcohol since the early 1950s, in adherence to Islamic law.

via Euronews|

#alcohol-shop #businessinternational-relations #crown-prince-mohammed-bin-salman

world-news2 years ago•3 min saved

"First-Ever Alcohol Store Opens in Saudi Arabia, Exclusively for Diplomats and Select Group"

Saudi Arabia has opened its first liquor store in over 70 years, located in Riyadh's Diplomatic Quarter and restricted to non-Muslim diplomats. The store stocks liquor, wine, and two types of beer, with purchases made through a mobile app on an allotment system. This move is part of the kingdom's efforts to become a tourism and business destination, but challenges persist due to international reputation and conservative Islamic mores. The opening coincides with new rules governing alcohol sales to diplomats, aiming to curb uncontrolled importing. While Saudi Arabia remains one of the few nations with a ban on alcohol, reports suggest that alcohol could be served at the futuristic city project called Neom.

via South China Morning Post|

#crown-prince-mohammed-bin-salman #diplomatic-quarter #liquor-store

world-news2 years ago•2 min saved

"First Alcohol Store in Over 70 Years to Open in Saudi Arabia, Exclusively for Diplomats"

Saudi Arabia is set to open its first alcohol shop in more than 70 years in Riyadh, exclusively for non-Muslim expat diplomatic staff, as part of the "Vision 2030" initiative to liberalize the country. The shop will have strict limitations, including age restrictions, monthly quotas, and proper attire requirements, and will be located in the Diplomatic Quarter. While this move aims to counter the illicit trade of alcohol, it does not signal a broader relaxation of alcohol laws for ordinary foreigners in the kingdom. The sale of alcohol to non-Muslims is a rare occurrence in the conservative Gulf region, and Saudi Arabia's prohibition on alcohol dates back to 1952, following a fatal incident involving a prince and a British diplomat.

via BBC.com|

#alcohol #diplomatic-quarter #riyadh

world-news2 years ago•2 min saved

"Saudi Arabia Launches First Alcohol Store in 70+ Years, Limited to Diplomats and Non-Muslims"

Saudi Arabia has opened its first liquor store in over 70 years, located in Riyadh's Diplomatic Quarter and restricted to non-Muslim diplomats, as part of the kingdom's efforts to liberalize socially and economically. The store stocks liquor, wine, and two types of beer, with purchases made through a mobile app on an allotment system. This move comes amid Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's plans to diversify the economy and attract tourism, but challenges persist due to international reputation and conservative Islamic mores. The kingdom has banned alcohol since the 1950s, and while the recent opening signals social change, strict laws and sensitivities remain regarding alcohol consumption in the country.

via The Associated Press|

#alcohol-ban #diplomatic-quarter #liquor-store

world-news2 years ago•2 min saved

Saudi Arabia's First Alcohol Store Exclusively for Diplomats Signals Loosening Stance on Alcohol

Saudi Arabia has opened its first alcohol store in the diplomatic quarter of Riyadh, accessible only to non-Muslim diplomats with authorization through a special app, as part of the country's efforts to liberalize and attract international tourists and expats. The move is seen as a small step towards eventually allowing alcohol sales to non-Muslims in hotels and other venues, aimed at addressing the issue of alcohol smuggling by diplomats. This development is part of the broader Vision 2030 campaign led by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to transform the country's image, attract tourism, and diversify its economy away from oil, amidst a series of social reforms.

via CNBC|

#alcohol-store #diplomatic-quarter #saudi-arabia

world-middle-east2 years ago•2 min saved

Saudi Arabia to Open Exclusive Alcohol Store for Diplomats

Saudi Arabia is set to open its first liquor store in Riyadh's diplomatic quarter, exclusively serving diplomats and strictly restricted to non-Muslims, marking a significant break from the country's decades-long alcohol prohibition. The move, likely to anger conservative Muslims, comes as part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's social reforms, despite public pushback against overturning the 72-year alcohol ban. The ban was initially imposed in 1952 after a fatal incident involving a Saudi prince and a British diplomat, leading to strict penalties for alcohol consumption in the country.

via Middle East Eye|

#alcohol-prohibition #diplomatic-quarter #islamic-teachings