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Jan 2020
34m 13s

Geopolitics of Saudi Arabia

Makan Abazari
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Geopolitical and strategic importance of Saudi Arabia and opportunities it brings are discussed. Other topics discussed are Arab NATO, Saudi Expansion, Holy City of Mecca, Nuclear Energy, Muhammed Ben Salman, and economy of Saudi Arabia. Here we also discuss diplomatic relations Saudi Arabia has with other superpowers and nations in the region. Soft overthro ... Show More
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