However, he chooses to ignore whether Saudis deserve the jobs available in the market. I believe the only way Saudi youth can get decent jobs in good companies is if they are well-educated. Nobody hires under-qualified people, even if they’re nationals. Foreigners get good jobs because they are well-educated and are willing to work hard, but that is not the case with the Saudis. Now, under the dynamic leadership of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah, things are changing with universities coming up, proper funds being earmarked for education sector. But it will still take at least a decade for qualified, well-educated Saudis to establish themselves and make an impact on the job market. Saudis should also realize that they will not get jobs simply because they are Saudis.

A positive change in mentality is also needed and that has in fact begun as we see young Saudis making their way up in good organizations. Until then, foreigners will rule the market because they are just the right people to be working for the top posts at the moment. It’s all about being qualified, not being a Saudi.