In Saudi Arabia, convention centers reflect the nation’s rapid transformation from desert bedouins to a wealthy powerbroker, exemplified by the opulent King Abdul Aziz International Conference Centre. Recent social changes, such as women being allowed to drive, signify progress, though significant issues like homosexuality being illegal remain. A recent Saudi-US Investment Forum showcased $600 billion in potential deals, emphasizing a strengthened bilateral relationship under President Trump’s administration, which also highlighted the absence of Barack Obama from historical displays as a nod to past tensions.
