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UPDATED Oct 20, 2026 at 12:23 AM ET
Oct 19, 2026 at 9:07 PM ET
Saudi Arabia postpones investment conference to 2027
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Saudi Arabia postponed its flagship investment conference, known as “Davos in the Desert,” until 2027 and ordered government staff to work from home. The move comes amid Houthi attacks.
WHO: Saudi Arabia
WHAT: Saudi Arabia postponed its flagship investment conference until 2027 and ordered government staff to work from home.
WHEN: Reported Oct 19, 2026 at 9:05 PM ET
WHERE: Saudi Arabia
WHY: The postponement and work-from-home order came amid Houthi attacks; the specific reason for the decisions was not stated.
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