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1981 in Saudi Arabia

Explore 2 historical events and records for Saudi Arabia in 1981.

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Historical records for Saudi Arabia in 1981

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May

Gulf Cooperation Council Founded

Al Saud, Khalid bin Abdulaziz · Abu Dhabi · Government / Government of Saudi Arabia

Joins the leaders establishing the Gulf Cooperation Council.

Gulf Cooperation Council Founded

al-Faisal, Saud · Abu Dhabi · Foreign Minister of Saudi Arabia · Government / Government of Saudi Arabia

Supports Saudi diplomacy during the council's creation.

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