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Jul 2024

19m 55s

Saudi Minister Urges Aramco Investment; ...

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"Those Who Miss Out on Aramco Shares Will Regret It," Says Saudi Minister as Kingdom Unearths Oil & Gas Riches
Controversy Sparks Over Talaat Moustafa Group's $21 Billion Mega
Project Amid Economic Struggles andMurder Case History
Egypt Hits Record 7.1M Tourists, $6.6B Revenue Boost in 1H 2024

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