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Thawra Ep. 12 – Origins of Saudi Reaction
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The Role of Aramco and Political Dynamics in 1950s Saudi Arabia
Exploring the influence of Aramco on structuring Saudi Arabia politically and economically, the chapter unravels the contested nature of the company's presence in the country. It delves into key figures like Abdullah Tariki, the emergence of a third-worldist vision within OPEC, and the alliance between modernizing figures in the Saudi royal family. The chapter also sheds light on the labor issues, dissident political landscape, and the impact of global pressures leading to nationalization efforts in the oil industry.
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