![Abu Dhabi, U.A.E., Janualry 13, 2019. H.E. Khalid Al-Falih, Minister of Energy, Industry, and Mineral Resources, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at the Atlantic Council Global Energy Forum.
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A nine-month extension of production cuts is 'unequivocal' according to Saudi energy minister Khalid Al Falih. Victor Besa / The National
A nine-month extension of production cuts is 'unequivocal' according to Saudi energy minister Khalid Al Falih. Victor Besa / The National
Minister apologises after blackouts in southern Saudi Arabia
Most homes have now had electricity restored but the minister promised to hold an investigation
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02 June, 2019