Saudi Arabia to get first alcohol shop in more than 70 years
Saudi Arabia has said it will open a shop in Riyadh selling alcohol to a select band of non-Muslim expats, the first to open in more than 70 years.The clientele will be limited to diplomatic staff, who have for years imported booze in sealed official packages known as diplomatic pouches.Saudi officials said the shop would counter "the illicit trade of alcohol". Prohibition has been law since 1952, after one of King Abdulaziz's sons drunkenly shot dead a British diplomat.The new store will be located in Riyadh's Diplomatic Quarter west of the city centre, according to a document seen by the AFP and Reuters news agencies.A source familiar with the plans told Reuters the shop was expected to open within weeks. There will be limitations, however: Thirsty envoys would need to register beforehand and receive clearance by the government.No one under 21 will be allowed in the store and "proper attire is required" at all times inside. Drinkers will not be able to send a proxy, such as a driver. Monthly limitations would be enforced, the statement said.
Questions:1. What is the purpose of opening a shop selling alcohol in Riyadh?
2. Who will be allowed to access the shop?
3. Why has prohibition been in place in Saudi Arabia since 1952?
4. Where will the new shop be located?
5. What limitations will be imposed on customers of the shop?
