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France and Saudi Arabia hold talks ranging from Middle East to esports

France and Saudi Arabia hold talks ranging from Middle East to esports
France 24
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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman meets French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris for talks spanning Middle East security, energy routes, and geopolitical concerns. The two leaders attended the closing ceremony of the Esports World Cup, held outside Saudi Arabia for the first time yet primarily funded by Riyadh.

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Mohammed bin Salman has arrived in Paris for a two-day official visit with French President Emmanuel Macron. Talks are expected to include the war in Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, as well as new energy routes to bypass the Strait. The two made an appearance at the closing ceremony of the Esports World Cup, held for the first time outside of Saudi Arabia but largely funded by Riyadh.

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Source: France 24

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