Saudi Arabia
Coverage of international foodservice and hospitality developments with potential impact on UK operators, focusing on investment flows, brand expansions, supply chain activity, and tourism-driven dining innovation originating from a rapidly transforming Gulf market. Tracks how shifts in consumer demand, franchising models, and policy frameworks abroad may influence UK-based businesses pursuing growth partnerships, global alignment, or operational benchmarking within premium and quick-service formats.
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Jun- 2018 -4 JunePubs and Bars
Greene King removes ‘inappropriate’ Saudi Arabia flags from World Cup bunting
Pub group Greene King has instructed its staff to remove the Saudi Arabia flag from hundreds of its pubs after it was deemed “inappropriate” by customers. The flag contains sacred Islamic text, or Shahada, which says: “There is no god but Allah and Muhammad is his messenger.” The group said…
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