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Role of Organized Oil Workers and Political Dynamics in the Middle East
The chapter explores the influence of organized oil workers in countries like Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Iran, focusing on Aramco's impact on Saudi Arabia's economy and politics in the 1950s. It discusses key figures like Abdullah Tariki who played vital roles within Saudi Arabia and globally through OPEC, reshaping the oil market and challenging the capitalist world system. The chapter delves into labor movements, strikes, dissident political groups, and sectarian dynamics in Saudi Arabia during the 1950s and 60s, highlighting the diverse spectrum of regional movements and significant challenges faced by the country.