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1 – 5 of 5Following the high-profile end to the female driving ban in mid-2018, the Riyadh leadership launched a slew of social reforms, including new entertainment opportunities. Most…
The rapid social changes under way, such as letting women drive and reopening cinemas, largely focus on creating new economic opportunities. They also serve a political purpose…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB236599
ISSN: 2633-304X
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In April, the Saudi defence ministry announced employment opportunities for women as well as men. These developments reflect the government’s efforts to increase women’s…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB279436
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This development is at the centre of 'Vision 2030', the kingdom's new medium-term strategy for reducing reliance on crude oil revenue and improving economic efficiency. The…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB211021
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However, more than half of employed Saudis work in the public sector, with their pay absorbing about 45% of the state budget. Increased employment of Saudi nationals in…