Threats To The Saudi Arabian Monarchy.
Abstract
This paper examines the increasing threat to Saudi Arabia's ruling family, the Al-Saud, following two terrorist bombings in eight months which claimed 26 lives (24 American). The country's economic situation has declined significantly over the past decade, resulting in a general decline in the average Saudi standard of living. A rapidly expanding population, high unemployment, the presence of almost four million foreign workers in the country, and a general perception of Royal Family corruption and mismanagement all contribute to mounting tensions and opposition to the Monarchy. Today, some question the need for a Monarchy in a country where there is increased friction between modernists and Islamic fundamentalists. This paper examines the seriousness of the current threat to the Saudi Royal Family.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 06, 1998
- Accession Number
- ADA342525
Entities
People
- Joseph P. Manning
Organizations
- United States Army War College