A commercial Kaaba-style building, new national holidays and a strict new set of Ramadan rules point toward a national identity less anchored to religion. Observers say Saudis won't likely resist the changes.
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The ruling is part of an ongoing clampdown on dissent and minorities in the kingdom. But so far, it's unlikely to have an affect on the kingdom's newly polished image as a global oil provider in times of crisis.