Are women allowed to drive in saudi arabia?

Beyond the effects it could have on Saudi Arabia’s image abroad, letting women drive could help the Saudi economy. Low oil prices have limited the government jobs that many Saudis have long relied on, and the kingdom is trying to push more citizens, including women, into private sector employment. read more

Women in Saudi Arabia have been celebrating the news that they will finally be able to drive, a landmark step that brings the conservative kingdom in line with the rest of the world and will allow many more women to work. read more

Women in Saudi Arabia were only allowed to vote in 2015; now they are allowed to drive L ast year Human Rights Watch produced a report highlighting the range of restrictions that Saudi women face. Adult women must obtain permission from a male guardian to travel, marry, or exit prison. read more