Saudi Arabia: Royal Succession, Regional Turmoil

Saudi Arabia: Royal Succession, Regional Turmoil

By: Michael Wahid Hanna | Feature
How the royal family addresses the increasing demands for reform will dictate where the issue of succession fits into the context of Saudi political discourse. With nascent opposition forces beginning to question the power of the monarchy, reactions to the impending succession will likely be a key indicator of the royal family's success in maintaining its social compact with its subjects.

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