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Saudi Arabia Suspends Entry from 20 Countries from Feb. 3 over Pandemic

Saudi Arabia has witnessed a sharp rise in COVID-19 cases in recent weeks. (SPA)
Saudi Arabia has witnessed a sharp rise in COVID-19 cases in recent weeks. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Suspends Entry from 20 Countries from Feb. 3 over Pandemic

Saudi Arabia has witnessed a sharp rise in COVID-19 cases in recent weeks. (SPA)
Saudi Arabia has witnessed a sharp rise in COVID-19 cases in recent weeks. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia on Tuesday suspended entry to the Kingdom from 20 countries, with the exception of diplomats, Saudi citizens, medical practitioners and their families, to help curb the spread of the coronavirus, reported the Saudi Press Agency.

The temporary ban, effective from Feb. 3, includes people arriving from the United Arab Emirates, Germany, the United States, Britain, South Africa, France, Egypt, Lebanon, India and Pakistan, announced an official source at the Interior Ministry.

The ban also included Argentina, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Brazil, Portugal, Turkey, Switzerland and Japan.

Health Minister Tawfiq al-Rabiah had warned on Sunday that complacency around coronavirus restrictions had led to a notable increase in daily cases in the Kingdom.

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Crown Prince, Meloni Sign Agreement to Establish Saudi-Italian Strategic Partnership Council

The Saudi Crown Prince met on Sunday with the Italian Premier at the Winter Camp in AlUla. SPA
The Saudi Crown Prince met on Sunday with the Italian Premier at the Winter Camp in AlUla. SPA
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Crown Prince, Meloni Sign Agreement to Establish Saudi-Italian Strategic Partnership Council

The Saudi Crown Prince met on Sunday with the Italian Premier at the Winter Camp in AlUla. SPA
The Saudi Crown Prince met on Sunday with the Italian Premier at the Winter Camp in AlUla. SPA

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, who is also Saudi Arabia’s Prime Minister, met on Sunday with Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni at the Winter Camp in AlUla.

Upon her arrival, Meloni greeted princes and senior officials, while the Crown Prince greeted the official Italian delegation. The reception featured traditional Saudi folk performances to celebrate the occasion.

The Crown Prince welcomed the Italian Prime Minister to Saudi Arabia, who conveyed her delight in visiting the Kingdom and meeting with the Crown Prince.

During their meeting at the Bayt al-sha'ar, Meloni explored Saudi Arabia's rich heritage and culture. Discussions addressed relations between Saudi Arabia and Italy, opportunities to strengthen cooperation in various fields, and regional and international developments of mutual interest.

Following the discussions, the Crown Prince and Meloni signed an agreement to establish the Saudi-Italian Strategic Partnership Council.

Upon her arrival at AlUla International Airport, the Italian Prime Minister was welcomed by Governor of Madinah Region Prince Salman bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, Saudi Ambassador to Italy Prince Faisal bin Sattam bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Commerce Majid Al-Kassabi, and several other officials.