Saudi Arabia Explored with Bjørn Olav Utvik
Apr 26, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 3
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Episode description
Saudi Arabia has been a key player in the Arab world for decades. With its oil and influence it has defined many of the conflicts in the region throughout the years. Allied with the US and archenemy of Iran, it could both be the key for stability and the spark that starts a fire.
In this episode, professor in Middle East Studies, Bjørn Olav Utvik follows up his talk from NorSec 2021 about Saudi Arabia's role in the Arab Spring and beyond. Hosting the episode is leader of YATA Oslo, Emil Klashaugen.
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