Author Archives: GCC

From Badawi to Khashoggi: Freedom of speech in Saudi Arabia

It has been almost seven years since blogger Raif Badawi, the first recipient of DW’s Freedom [...]

The pressure to curb arms sales to Saudi Arabia

The Australian government is finally considering a ban on defence exports to Saudi Arabia. Like-minded [...]

‘I Knew This Was Injustice.’ Saudi Sisters Describe the Oppressive Society They Left Behind

It was the lack of change after a 2016 hashtag campaign against Saudi Arabia’s male [...]

Saudi Arabia: Crown Prince MBS takes charm offensive East

Saudi Arabia has embarked on a global charm offensive. In the last few days it has [...]

Saudi Arabia strikes $10bn China deal

Multibillion-dollar deal caps Saudi crown prince’s Asian tour, aimed at expanding Riyadh’s trade ties in [...]

Bahrain: Drop Charges Against Activist’s Family

The Bahrain Court of Cassation is scheduled to rule on February 25, 2019 in the [...]