Macron makes surprise Saudi visit as France secures extra diesel supplies
French president meets Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh to discuss energy, security, and infrastructure.
Al Jazeera English reports: French president meets Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh to discuss energy, security, and infrastructure.
This world story centres on France. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Macron, Saudi and French.
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- Macron, Saudi, French, Mohammed bin Salman
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