Last January, a Saudi sociology professor said he wished decision-makers – referring to the king and crown prince – would encourage intermarriage between people of different tribes, sects and faiths to help integrate society. He added that the tribe’s role as a supporter of the state’s existence has ended and that the Saudi people no […]
The Resurgence of Tribalism in Saudi Arabia
The tribes are still a key part of Saudi society, and that’s just fine with the royals.
