Saudi Arabia’s Journey from Banning Music to Organising Rave Concerts Reveals MBS’ Bigger Ambitions
However, Saudi Arabia is changing. It is changing fast, and the change is being headed by one man - Mohammed Bin Salman. He’s the de facto ruler of Saudi Arabia, and his father King Salman now plays a mere nominal role
The day-to-day aspects of Saudi governance are now handled by MBS, and he is the man leading the mission to modernise Saudi society Image Courtesy AP
The world welcomes every new year with festivities, pomp and joy. Parties, music, dance and drinks make up some essential components of a new year celebration.
Does everyone celebrate this way? Not really. Take Saudi Arabia for example. The mere idea of celebrating a new year would invite offences in the kingdom a decade ago.
However, Saudi Arabia is changing. It is changing fast, and the change is being headed by one man – Mohammed Bin Salman. He’s the de facto ruler of Saudi Arabia, and his father King Salman now plays a mere nominal role.
The day-to-day aspects of Saudi governance are now handled by MBS, and he is the man leading the mission to modernise Saudi society.
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