Exploring the Interplay of Reforms, Leadership Dynamics, and Saudi-US Relations: A Historical Inquiry of Saudi Arabia’s Transformative Journey Under Mohammed bin Salman
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2023-06
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université mohamed boudiaf .m'sila
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In the midst of a constantly changing global landscape, the reforms in Saudi Arabia and the evolving Saudi-US relationship continue to provoke scholarly agitation and stimulate conflicted debates. This dissertation aims to investigate the interconnected and continuous nature of reforms in Saudi Arabia, the distinctive leadership style observed in the country, and the dynamics influencing Saudi-US relations. By examining historical events, societal trends, and the imperative of survival, this study reveals that the implemented reforms in Saudi Arabia were part of an ongoing and interrelated process. To achieve this objective, the research analyzes Mohammed bin Salman's pursuit of power and the Saudi-US relations within the context of past reforms in Saudi Arabia and the historical trajectory of the US-Saudi relationship. The theoretical framework employed encompasses Michel Foucault's theory on power and Pratto's conceptualization of survival needs. The findings underscore that the regime under the leadership of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has been marked by a constructive vision to propel the Kingdom forward with regard to the Saudi identity. Furthermore, the study highlights that the Saudi-US relations have been driven by survival needs and shaped by the inherent characteristics of the American political system. In conclusion, this research emphasizes the significance of history, culture, global trends, and survival needs in shaping leadership styles.
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Key words: Leadership, power structures, reform, constructive power, survival needs