The tyranny of low expectations re the BBC and Saudi Arabia

The BBC report approvingly that 'Saudi Arabia to allow cinemas to reopen from early 2018'.  Included in that report is this:

'Saudi authorities also began sponsoring concerts this year.

US hip hop artist Nelly and Algerian singer Cheb Khaled will perform in the Red Sea city of Jeddah on Thursday, though the event is open to men only.'

A men only concert? Imagine the furore if this was a possibility in Israel or India. But as it's in the home of sexual (and other) apartheid, Saudi Arabia, the BBC pass no judgement.

The BBC's prejudices and priorities are as ever easy to spot.

BBC report here http://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-42308121