alexfan32/Shutterstock Saudi Arabia and other Mideast countries are declining to take sides on Russia despite pressure from the US. The appeal is Moscow’s respect of partners’ interests. But while Saudi Arabia is keen to keep Russia on board for oil market management, cooperation in other areas remains embryonic.The redirection of Russian oil flows to Gulf producers’ traditional Asian markets is not seen as a threat since they have secure long-term contracts. Save for later Print Download Share LinkedIn Twitter The Issue
