Summary
Saudi Arabia is trying to improve its global cultural image with a comedy festival. However, some acts in the festival have raised issues related to the country's human rights record, highlighting a gap between the government's goals and how the world views the country.
Key Facts
- Saudi Arabia is hosting a comedy festival.
- The festival is part of the country's effort to change its image globally.
- Some acts in the festival are controversial because of Saudi Arabia's human rights issues.
- These controversies highlight differences between Saudi Arabia's future goals and its current international image.
- The government's plan, called Vision 2030, aims to reshape the country's economy and image.