Petrodollar Agreement
The secret deal struck between the US and Saudi Arabia in the 1970s transformed global economics by establishing oil sales in US dollars. This agreement not only secured Saudi Arabia's military protection but also led to the phenomenon known as petrodollar recycling, where surplus dollars were reinvested into US treasuries. For over 40 years, this pivotal moment remained hidden, shaping international relations and economic policies worldwide.In this clip
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