But they do have lots of oil and money

'In Saudi Arabia, women are not allowed to drive their own cars; they are not allowed to wear clothing that emphasises their beauty; they cannot interact freely with men; they cannot go for a swim unaccompanied; they cannot compete freely in sport; and they must obtain the permission of a male guardian before they can travel outside the country, work or marry.'

More here http://m.independent.ie/opinion/letters/hypocritical-flanagan-and-co-thinking-only-of-political-benefits-35682636.html