The Saudi Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman (MbS), devised these programs to achieve the targets in Vision 2030. Vision 2030 is a strategic framework and Saudi mission to reduce the countrys dependence on oil as the main source of income. They diversify the economy by developing the education, health, and tourism sectors. This breakthrough has made some people think that Saudi Arabia is moving towards a more open country than before.

The following are signs that Saudi Arabia is heading for an open country.

1. Make the city an alcohol paradise Saudi Arabia is reportedly planning to turn the futuristic city of Neom into an alcohol haven. At Neom, Saudi Arabia will allow the sale and consumption of wine, cocktails, and champagne at a resort, according to a Saudi government document reviewed by the Middle East Journal. Neom is part of a Saudi mega project on the island of Sindalah near the Red Sea. The resort is planned to open in 2023.

2. Wearing a bikini on certain beaches in Saudi Arabia allows visitors to wear bikinis in the coastal area of King Abdullah Economic City. According to an AFP report, the area is an area open to tourists. Tourists can also come in pairs. Tourists are also said to be allowed to wear bathing suits and even bikinis in hotel complexes or on the streets.

3. Open Christmas Celebration Several foreigners living in Saudi Arabia told Arab News that Christmas celebrations were getting more festive in the country. At Christmas in December 2021, cafes and restaurants were seen using snow decorations decorated with diamonds and other Christmas ornaments. Saudi ex-pats also celebrate Christmas together. According to the confession of one foreigner in Saudi, in previous years Christmas celebrations were quiet, strict, and closed.

4. Easing for women MBS also issued a series of easing policies for women in Saudi Arabia. In early 2021, for example, Saudi Arabia allowed women over the age of 18 to change their names without having a guardians permission, according to a Middle East Monitor report. In 2019, authorities also lifted travel restrictions for women. The regulation also states that women over 21 years of age are allowed to apply for a passport and travel freely, even though previously they had to be accompanied by a guardian. Saudi Arabia also made a breakthrough in ending its controversial policy of allowing women to drive in 2017. In February 2021, the Saudi government also opened the Armed Forces registration for women. Those aged 21 to 40 can apply. The Saudi Gazette reports that in September 2021, the Saudis graduated the first batch of female soldiers from the Training Center.

5. Allow concerts and cinema. Saudi Arabia has allowed concerts and cinemas to operate in the country after three decades of bans. World musicians, such as Mariah Carey and the Black-Eyed Peas, are said to have performed in Saudi.

Question: If Saudi Arabia (SA) was able to achieve 2030s vision to modernize the country, it directly or indirectly impacts its culture? Please analyze SAs cultural changes based on Hofstede's theory.