Publications
The scholarly and literary publications of Dr. Turki Faisal Al Rasheed, with primary research focus areas including Saudi/Gulf governance, agricultural development, food security, sustainability, democratization, and public sector strategic management.
Saudi Arabia's Transformation: Uncertainty and Sustainability
Examines Vision 2030 delivery, long-term national transformation, and the sustainability challenges Saudi Arabia faces while pursuing national development through strategic and active government. Available for pre-order March 9, 2026.
Public Governance and Strategic Management Capabilities: Public Governance in the Gulf States
Explores the extent to which Gulf States are following their own distinct path to modernization. Uses quantitative data analysis, interviews, and comparative analysis across the six Gulf States.
Strategic Management in the Public Sector
Positions strategic management as essential to public services, leading to better performance and outcomes for the public.
Sustainable Development Challenges in the Arab States of the Gulf
Surveys increasing challenges facing Arab Gulf States regarding sustainable consumption and production.
Agricultural Development Strategies: The Saudi Experience (2nd Edition)
Critiques the Saudi government's shift from self-sufficiency to deflationary wheat production policies and their unintended consequences.
Agricultural Development Strategies: the Saudi Experience (1st Edition – English)
Investigates converging pressures—water scarcity, soaring food prices, population growth, unemployment, environmental degradation, reduced arable land, urbanization, and security concerns.
Agricultural Development Strategies: the Saudi Experience (1st Edition – Arabic)
Analyzes how agricultural development strategies can enhance food security, alleviate poverty, and promote sustainable economic growth in Saudi Arabia.
Post Arab Spring: Arab Spring and the Change towards Democracy
Examines whether the Arab Spring can succeed in establishing real democracy in the Arab world, reviewing major political movements since 2011.
Al Taba Al Ula
Reflects on Saudi reality and future prospects following regional turbulence triggered by the invasion of Iraq and the rise of new powers. (Arabic)
Ma Ka Tabt
Addresses issues troubling Arab and Saudi society based on careful investigation, documentation, and specialist input. Proposes solutions calibrated to available resources and capabilities. (Arabic)