cross-posted from: https://piefed.world/c/إسلام/p/1262928/saudi-arabia-reassures-lgbtq-visitors-ahead-of-2034-world-cup
Saudi Arabia is attempting to reassure LGBTQ+ visitors ahead of hosting the 2034 World Cup, even though homosexuality remains criminalised.
Me countries basically have been buying up sports leagues and orgs to stave off thier own economic problems, also to sportswash.
To those who maybe didn’t understand what Tollana said above.
Middle Eastern (Me) countries have been trying to purchase good faith with foreigners in Europe and the North America by buying or creating sports leagues. The contribute to the GDP of said middle eastern countries and force travel to them increasing exposure and visitation.
There is a lot more to say on this topic, but I am trying to keep it short.