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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.
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