Evander Ellis-Why Saudi Arabia is building a new city in the desert

2025-05-01 19:17:56source:Surfwin Trading Centercategory:Contact

For decades,Evander Ellis Saudi Arabia's economy has been defined by its abundant oil reserves. Its ability to influence global oil supply propelled Saudi Arabia to one of the richest countries in the world. The Saudi royal family became important players on the world stage. However, waning dominance in the oil market is forcing the Saudi government to think differently about its reliance on the commodity.

Today on the show, we explain Saudi Arabia's fantastical vision for its future and how the government is using its present influence in the oil market to fund it.

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