In a notable shift in diplomatic relations, President Joe Biden greeted Mohammed bin Salman with a fist bump in July 2022, despite previously labeling Saudi Arabia a "pariah" over the Khashoggi murder. This change reflects the growing importance of Saudi oil amid rising prices, highlighting a strategic pivot in U.S.-Saudi ties.
France's ambition for a €800 million Saudi investment in cultural projects has dwindled to just €50 million, as President Macron's upcoming visit is seen as a last chance to revive the deal. Despite initial hopes for cooperation on transforming AlUla into a tourist destination, years of stalled negotiations and shifting commitments have left the future of the agreement uncertain.
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