Saudi Arabia’s Military and Economic Development Stagnation

There’s a strong correlation between raising a modern army and developing a strong economy, irrespective of whether the military or political leadership controls the state. That’s because the skills needed to develop a modern, economically productive society are also required to build a competent military. In Saudi Arabia, both are lacking. Tribalism and the Saudi … Continue reading Saudi Arabia’s Military and Economic Development Stagnation

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