October 14, 2003
Saudis trumpet first elections
In an unprecedented move that could lead to a form of limited democracy, Saudi Arabia's absolute rulers announced yesterday that the kingdom intends to hold its first-ever elections — a vote for municipal councils.Posted by Norm M. Wada at October 14, 2003 8:23 PMThe decision follows external pressure on the oil-rich kingdom and growing pressure for internal political reform after a series of terrorist incidents that have clearly unnerved the ruling al-Saud family.
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