Saudi Arabia has begun allowing wealthy foreign residents to legally purchase alcohol. This marks a significant policy change in a country that has enforced a strict ban for more than 70 years. The move, introduced without a public announcement, expands access beyond diplomats. It now includes non-Muslim expatriates who meet specific income or residency criteria. …
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) says it did not shut down any alcohol-producing company while enforcing the ban on alcoholic drinks packaged in sachets and containers below 200 millilitres. The agency said it introduced the enforcement to protect public health, especially children, adolescents and young adults. The move follows …
