Saudi partnership will boost Exeter University revenue, says professor

Prof. Anthony King defends the University of Exeter's proposed partnership with the National Defense University in Saudi Arabia, stating it is not funded by "dirty money" as claimed by the Exeter branch of the University and College Union, nor is it covert.

King characterizes the deal as aligned with UK government policy and part of a legitimate strategic alliance with a leading Gulf state, citing the partnership's role in Middle Eastern geopolitics following the October 7 attacks.