“I would hope when we go through this process, the PIF are the ones that are involved in the framework agreement. Obviously, there’s been other suitors that have been involved and offering their services and their help. But hopefully, when this is all said and done, I sincerely hope that the PIF are involved and we can bring the game of golf back together.”

-Rory McIlroy, professional golfer. With no Saudi deal in place, PGA Tour board meets to consider options [Washington Post]

“Airlines in the Middle East have increasingly expanded their influence and reach, transforming the region into an international air transit hub. Air travel and cargo demand continue to gain momentum, driven by significant economic growth and national development plans. As airlines in the region will require efficient and versatile fleet solutions, Boeing products will be ready to meet market demands.” Darren Hulst, Boeing vice president, Commercial Marketing, Boeing Middle East Widebody Deliveries to Soar [Airline Ratings]

“We condemn what the Gaza Strip is facing from military assault, targeting of civilians, the violations of international law by the Israeli occupation authorities. We stress on the need to stop this war and the forced displacement of Palestinians.”

Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman during an African-Saudi summit held in the kingdom’s capital, Riyadh. [Reuters]

“We condemn what the Gaza Strip is facing from military assault, targeting of civilians, the violations of international law by the Israeli occupation authorities. We stress on the need to stop this war and the forced displacement of Palestinians.”

-Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, during an African-Saudi summit held in the kingdom’s capital, Riyadh. [Reuters]

“The whole region is sinking in a sea of hatred that will define generations to come.”

Jordanian foreign minister, Ayman Safadi Arab States Intensify Pleas for Gaza Cease-fire as Public Anger Mounts [New York Times]

“We put a massive focus on youth because that’s where you foster talent. In terms of sailing ability, nothing beats time spent on the water, so starting with the kids is key. Our athletes for the 2032 Olympics will currently be in their teens, so that’s why we’re investing heavily in getting more kids onboard, both literally and figuratively.”

-Samia Bagdady, CEO of the Saudi Sailing Federation under the Saudi Arabian Olympic Committee and the Ministry of Sport in the Kingdom. [LiveSailDie]

“The surge in new orders signifies an expanding market and suggests that the non-oil sector is experiencing sustained growth and demand for its products.”

Naif Al-Ghaith, chief economist at Riyad Bank. New orders lift Saudi non-oil business activity growth to four-month high [Reuters]

“The surge in new orders signifies an expanding market and suggests that the non-oil sector is experiencing sustained growth and demand for its products.”

-Naif Al-Ghaith, chief economist at Riyad Bank. Growth in non-oil business activity in Saudi Arabia accelerated for a second consecutive month in October, a survey showed on Sunday. [REUTERS]

“The World Health Organization (WHO) announced that Saudi Arabia, represented in the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), has reached maturity level four (ML4) for medicines and vaccines regulation.Achieving maturity level four, the highest level of WHO’s classification for regulatory authorities, reflects SFDA’s sound and credible requirements aimed at ensuring drug safety and improving general health. SFDA is the first national regulatory authority in the Eastern Mediterranean and the third worldwide to achieve ML4 based on the benchmarking exercise of the WHO.” 

Saudi Arabia regulatory system becomes third to reach WHO Maturity Level 4 [World Health Organization]