Perhaps we need Grandolfo to visit that country and show them how to be Citizens of the World!
Scandal In Saudi Arabia Over Scantily Dressed Samba Dancers At Winter Festival A controversial samba performance has caused an outcry in Jazan, Saudi Arabia. During the “Jazan Winter Festival,” a samba performance caused controversy due to the dancers’ allegedly being “scantily dressed and half-clothed.” However, the dancers are notably much more covered than in typical Brazilian Carnaval celebrations, which the dance is internationally associated with. Jazan is directly governed by the regional governor Prince Muhammad bin Nasser bin Abdulaziz and is known for being a conservative stronghold. The backlash of the incident prompted Muhammad bin Nasser to order an investigation and identify the dancers. According to an article by The New Arab, the dancers appeared in revealing dresses and were met with “polarized” reactions. Mohammed al-Bajwi, a Jazan resident, in an interview with local TV reporters stated that “Shows are for entertainment, not to attack good ways and to go against religious and social morals.” Roland. Toronto.
