Saudi Arabia - joining the dots is a series of blog entries exploring Saudi Arabia's role in the oil markets with a brief look at the history of the royal family and politics that dictate and influence the Kingdom's oil policy.
Part 1 - The return of the Sudairis
On Friday 23rd January 2015, King Abdullah passed
away paving the way for the Sudairi branch of the Royal Family to consolidate
power and strengthen its grip over the country.