Saudi Arabia is opening up to tourists

Saudi Arabia has launched a visa regime for 49 countries and will relax its strict dress codes for female visitors.

Tourism Minister Ahmad al-Khateeb described it as a "historic moment" for the country.

John Sfakianakis is Chief Economist at the Gulf Research Center in Riyadh. He told us why the move was important for the country.

27 September 2019

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