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Background to the boycottTen years ago, the Arab Spring uprisings across West Asia had thrown up popular demands for reform — an end to authoritarian rule and the restoration of Arab “dignity” through freedom and democracy. Four leaders fell under these pressures, which also gave rise to two new developments: one, Muslim Brotherhood-affiliated parties came to power in Egypt and Tunisia; and, two, Saudi Arabia decided to divert demands for domestic reform by highlighting a threat from Iran. Asserting that Iran had hegemonic designs across the region, the Kingdom shaped opposition to Iran on sectarian basis and confronted it in theatres of its influence – Syria and later Yemen. … [Read more...] about In ancient Al-Ula, forging a new future

The announcement came more than a week after Saudi Arabia and five other Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries signed a reconciliation agreement during the 41st GCC Summit held in the Saudi city of AlUla on Jan. 5, officially ending the Gulf crisis targeting Qatar. … [Read more...] about Saudi Arabia says to reopen embassy in Qatar soon

In the Indian market, U-Dictionary, which has surpassed Google Translate to be the market leader, was banned due to security concerns. "Though India is an emerging market that businesses cannot ignore, we will switch part of the focus to other markets if the ban continues," Liu said. … [Read more...] about Youdao Inc eyes bigger global presence