Saudi Arabia names businessman as labor minister, boosts culture and environment

RIYADH (Reuters) - Saudi Arabia on Saturday named a prominent businessman as labor minister in a move welcomed by the private sector, as the kingdom seeks to diversify the economy away from oil and create jobs for an overwhelmingly young population.<div class="feedflare">
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