VOICE OF AMERICA: Saudi Arabia's king, seeking to keep unrest sweeping the Arab world at bay, promised reforms on Friday and cash incentives to residents.
In a nationally televised speech after midday Muslim prayers, King Abdullah praised his security forces for helping keep the country's stable during recent demonstrations in the kingdom.
When he finished his short speech, news anchors then read a series of royal decrees. They included promises of wage increases, and cash gifts. The government also vowed an anti-corruption drive. » | Friday, March 18, 2011
FT.COM: Saudi king disappoints reformist hopes » | Abeer Allam | Friday, March 18, 2011
