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The new Saudi Arabia welcomes the world

Mirror, mirror on the walls of the Maraya Concert Hall in Saudi Arabia's Al Ula. PHOTO: JOHN TAN
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SAUDI ARABIA – She has a PhD degree from the United States, speaks fluent English and would prefer arranged marriages for her two daughters who are entering the marriage bracket soon.

A single male colleague eavesdrops on our conversation and quickly volunteers himself for consideration as a candidate.

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