Abstract
In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, western and eastern economies have merged, resulting in an interesting economic environment. Within this environment, e-commerce has developed, increasing the potential of the local economy. Despite the significant resources of Saudi Arabia's oil-based economy, the government has directed its income towards developing the non-oil sectors of the economy. This chapter examines the cultural, economic, and social factors that have contributed to the development of e-commerce in Saudi Arabia. Additionally, the chapter presents some of the obstacles and challenges surrounding e-commerce in Saudi Arabia, within the economy's current context.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Technology Innovation Leadership in Development: A Middle East (West Asia) Perspective |
| Subtitle of host publication | A 'Middle East' (West Asia) Perspective |
| Publisher | Nova Publishers |
| Pages | 93-116 |
| Number of pages | 24 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9781631173912 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9781631173882 |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2014 |