Major Andy Warhol exhibit - without censorship - headed to Saudi Arabia


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The 'FAME: Andy Warhol In AlUla' exhibition is headed to Saudi Arabia next year, one of many events in the country intended to boost the nation’s cultural standing. Photo: AFP

Few countries currently show as much ambition and activity in the cultural sector as Saudi Arabia.

Since Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman came to power, the kingdom has looked to art as one means of boosting its international image.

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