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Saudi Aramco has invited banks, including Citi and Goldman Sachs, for meetings in the coming weeks to pitch for roles in its stock market listing, according to three banking sources familiar with the matter.
The Ministry of Labor and Social Development (MLSD) has categorically denied social media rumors that expat workers will have to pay 10% tax on a monthly salary of more than SR3,000.
The Petra agency said on Monday the cell planned to carry out the attacks last November, seeking to harm national security and create chaos.
Given the recent spread of the bird flu in various parts of the country, the ministry imposed restrictions on selling and transportation of birds in the Kingdom.
The investigation was launched on the directive of Asir Emir Prince Faisal Bin Khalid, who stressed the need to quickly complete the move.
The figures do not include employees in the military and security sectors and those who are not registered with the General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI).
This year’s Haj will be the first after the government of India approved a new Haj policy.
"It’s a trend that the region’s top cruise destinations are taking on board, in particular, Dubai, which has stressed the need to show passengers the “soul” of the emirate, and going forward we can expect a concentration on excursions that show the heritage of the city and its historical districts."
— Peter Whittle, Global Sales Director, Traveltek Group Ltd.
#BREAKING: #SaudiArabia's #KingSalman issued a directive to the Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency (SAMA) to ensure that banks do not deduct any funds from the cost of living allowances and bonuses issued through his recent directive.
The Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC) has announced that the fourth edition of the Global Islamic Economy Summit (GIES) will be held in October 2018, under the aegis of Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, vice president and prime minister of the UAE and ruler of Dubai.
Saudi Gazette added a new photo to the album: January 2018 editorial cartoons.
January 8 editorial cartoon
It could provide "stable and secure financial resources for terrorists and criminal groups," said Allam, who acts as the country's official interpreter of Islamic law.
Some well-known Japanese businesses have started accepting payment in bitcoin and one firm made waves when it said it would pay part of its employees' salaries in the currency if they wish.
"A strong media campaign highlighting Saudi Arabia’s pioneering humanitarian role in supporting peoples afflicted by natural calamities and civil wars is essential to mobilize world public opinion in favor of the Kingdom and promote its global image and reputation."
— Muslim Al-Ramali in Local Viewpoint
