existence among civilizations, religions and cultures. He described Saudi Arabia as a moderate state which introduces reform and change according to the requirements of the era. Our critics call us strict Islamists but in fact we try to reach a balance among the different aspirations of our society, Prince Turki said. He said reforms in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a continuous process, citing the expansion of the Shoura Council from 60 members 12 years ago to 150 in the current time. He recalled the announcement made by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Fahd bin Abdulaziz three years ago regarding political, economic, administrative, judiciary, and educational reforms and granting women equal chances in developing their country. --SPS 0108 Local Time 2208 GMT
