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Marriage in the Pandemic: A Shift in Tradition
This chapter examines the surprising rise in marriage rates in Saudi Arabia and Gulf states during the COVID-19 pandemic, contrasting it with a global trend of declining weddings. It highlights how pandemic restrictions prompted couples to opt for simpler, cost-effective ceremonies, while also addressing the implications of extravagant wedding costs and rising divorce rates in the region.
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