Political Economy of Saudi Arabia

<p>With Saudi Arabia being of immense importance both politically and economically in the Middle East, this book provides a much needed, broad ranging survey of the development of the Saudi economy from the 1960s to the present day. </p><p>Written by a highly reputable author, the book includes an analysis of how political and social factors have shaped policy, and how the Saudi state is coping with the dynamics of a rapidly changing economic and political situation.</p> <p>1. Introduction 2. Laying the Basis for Development, 1962-70 3. Planning for Transformation, 1970-85 4. Constrained Development, 1985-2000 5. Attitudes of the Business Elite, 1970-2000 6. Planning for Reform, 2000-6 7. The Record of Reform: Progress, Constraints and Requirements </p>