Saudi Arabia is the only country in the world where women are banned from getting behind the wheel of a car, but not for much longer – nine months to be exact. King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud is allowing women to legally drive for the first time from next June. The royal decree removes a cornerstone of Saudi conservatism. Some conservative… Read more »
By Max KinCannon Tourism industry leaders from around the world are in Qatar to celebrate World Tourism Day. The number of tourists worldwide is expected to rise to around two billion by 2030, and sustainable tourism is a major concern for delegates. Qatar wants to attract five-and-a-half million visitors within the next five years, despite a blockade by neighbouring countries. Al Jazeera’s Osama Bin… Read more »
Abdulrahman: Qatar boycott objective not wise By Max KinCannon, the Qatari government has asked the United States for a diplomatic intervention, following the Qatar boycott. The GCC has been cutting ties with its member, Qatar, for its alleged involvement with terrorists, and regional rival, Iran. This issue has brought shortages in Qatar, shortages that both Iran and Turkey are helping… Read more »