Saudiizationn.
/ˌsaʊdɪʌɪˈzeɪʃən/ The process or result of rendering (more) Saudi Arabian in character, esp. by the transfer of posts in industry from foreigners to Saudi nationals.
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the world > people > nations > native or inhabitant of Near East, Middle East, or Asia Minor > native or inhabitant of Arabia or Saudi Arabia > [noun] > making
Saudiization1980
1980 Oil & Gas Jrnl. 6 Oct. 6 Saudi Arabian joint ventures are aiming at more ‘Saudization’, i.e., more Saudi nationals employed.
1982 Sci. Amer. Jan. s8 (advt.) Throughout the economy emphasis is being placed on ‘Saudiization’.
1986 Times 19 Feb. 11/1 No mention was made about the Saudi-isation of jobs and accommodation.
1989 Media Internat. May 39/2 Saudi TV..programming is a very sensitive issue, given the zealous protectionism of a ‘pure’ Islamic state culture, combined with intense pressure towards Saudiisation.
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