US Assistance, Domestic Political Demands and Trajectory of Reforms in Saudi Arabia
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https://doi.org/10.58932/MULA0043Keywords:
American democracy promotion in Saudi Arabia, political demands in Saudi Arabia, reforms in Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabian politics, Saudi societyAbstract
In recent decades, Saudi Arabia has experienced a relatively rapid pace of change. This article endeavors to analyze several fundamental aspects of the reforms introduced in the country during the twenty-first century, particularly in response to the events of September 11 and the Arab uprisings. The study adopts a qualitative approach and explores reforms in the realms of politics, culture, and religion. The article poses questions, such as how the American public and private sectors facilitated the reform process in Saudi Arabia following the September 11 attacks, how did the Arab revolts of 2011 impact Saudi state and society, and how did the government respond to the increasing demands for reform. Over the past two and a half decades, a diverse array of reforms has been implemented across various sectors, including politics, education, human rights, and the economy.
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