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Jan 2024
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A Conversation with Toufic Kreidieh, the...

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In today’s episode:Alcohol News ‘inaccurate,’ Saudis say on X as the kingdom opens first liquor store
The UAE’s controversial diversity quota has been put on hold
Arada records a 100% rise in sales in 2023 as demand soars for upscale communities
A Conversation with Toufic Kreidieh, the Visionary Behind Brands For Less Group

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