Saudi Arabia: esports becomes a soft power tool for Riyad

Mohammed bin Salman attended the closing of the Esports World Cup in Paris on August 23.

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Saudi Arabia is heavily investing in esports to diversify its economy.

This sector is now a showcase for Saudi soft power internationally.

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