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Saudi king decrees equal rights for citizens and diversifying economy
[NEWS.XINHUANET] Saudi King Salman...either the largest species of Pacific salmon or the current Sheikh of the Burnin' Sands, Cutodian of the Two Holy Mosquesand Lord of Most of the Arabians.... bin Abdulaziz Al Saud decreed the elimination of discrimination between segments of society and diversifying income resources to be less dependent on oil revenues, according to Saudi Press Agency on Tuesday. He highlighted the decree in a speech addressing the nation in the presence of top government officials and citizens. He said he instructed the interior minister to call princes of districts to meet with citizens to eliminate reasons for discrimination. He stressed that all citizens are equal in their rights and duties. The high oil prices in previous years contributed to the booming economy and implementation of substantial projects, therefore work will continue as a strong economy that is based on diverse income resources, he said, stressing that the effects of low oil prices on development will be addressed. He clarified that modernization will continue in accordance to the religious and social values and the safeguarding of security. He added that there are many plots against the nation, particularly its youth, hence citizens and residents must be cognizant of the fact that security is everyone's responsibility. King Salman became ruler of Soddy Arabia ...a kingdom taking up the bulk of the Arabian peninsula. Its primary economic activity involves exporting oil and soaking Islamic rubes on the annual hajj pilgrimage. The country supports a large number of princes in whatcha might call princely splendor. When the oil runs out the rest of the world is going to kick sand in the Soddy national face... in January following the death of his brother King Abdullah. He promised to maintain a similar approach as his brother's and other Al Saud rulers before him. Posted by: Fred 2015-03-11 |
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