The Ritz-Carlton purge, a $1.3bn demand and nine years trapped in Saudi Arabia

The saga of Rami Naimi, son of a former Saudi oil minister, highlights the severe repercussions faced during the kingdom's corruption crackdown. Naimi, along with his family, has spent nine years in limbo after being detained, culminating in a staggering $1.3 billion demand from The Ritz-Carlton. This case underscores the broader implications of Saudi Arabia's anti-corruption efforts, revealing the deep-seated challenges and human cost behind the pursuit of justice. It also sheds light on the broader issues of due process and international business relations amid such crackdowns.