Saudi Arabia in a Multipolar World - 9781138641242

Taylor & Francis

Saudi Arabia in a Multipolar WorldChanging dynamics\nAuthor(s): Zakir Hussain\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge India\nISBN-13: 9781138641242, 978-1138641242\nSynopsis\nThe Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has established itself as the twelfth-largest economy in the world, the largest West Asian economic power, worlds largest oil producer, and a strong and capable force in international politics, particularly in the Sunni Islamic world. However, at present it is at crossroads. Should it continue as a kingdom or usher in the process of inclusive political representation? \n\nThis volume answers such questions and explores how the state is coping with domestic, regional and global developments to remain relevant in the changing times. It provides a holistic overview of a slew of economic, political, cultural, military and security policy measures that have been initiated by the government. The work also offers a detailed analysis of Saudi.