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Why is Saudi Arabia suddenly becoming liberal?

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I'd have to address the country's attitude as more open rather than liberal. Over the last decade, Saudi Arabia's economy depended solely on oil and gas which was fine with the high oil prices. read more

Saudi Arabia is suddenly not becoming liberal. They are 100% conservative. They only allowed women to drive cars under strict conditions. So just imagine how quick they are marching towards becoming liberal. read more

For years, Saudi officials said the population was highly conservative; now they give the impression it is open, dynamic and tech-savvy. In fact, social attitudes in Saudi Arabia are very diverse. read more

Saudi Arabia is about to open its first cinema for 35 years, showing the film Black Panther. And Saudi Arabia's decision to end its ban on cinemas is part of a wider change across society. In the 20th century, its ruling Al Saud dynasty could rely on two sources of power: plentiful oil wealth and an informal pact with conservative religious clerics. read more