ECONOMY

Gas Prices Set to Rise 80% in Saudi Arabia as New Relief for Low Income Saudis Planned

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Saudi Arabia will soon raise gasoline and jet fuel prices by 80% on consumers as part of broader economic reform plans meant to curb domestic consumption of oil that could be used for exports.

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