Saudi Arabia to open first liquor store in Riyadh, reserved only for diplomats who are not Muslims, Clients need to meet a monthly quota, register via a certain application, and request approval from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
As part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s reform efforts, Saudi Arabia is making this drive to become a hub for trade and tourism, the store, which is situated in the diplomatic district of Riyadh, will only be open to non-Muslims; other non-Muslim foreigners may not be able to access it.
Saudi Arabia has tight alcohol regulations, although recent developments indicate a shift in the country’s approach, the store is anticipated to open in the upcoming weeks, ushering in a dramatic shift in the social fabric of the nation.
