What are the consequences for middle powers, such as the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, of a multi-order future?

The essay will start by analysing the evolution of the relationship between Saudi Arabia and the US amidst the change going on In the liberal international order, introducing the concept of liberal intrusiveness. It will then explain why a space for contesting the liberal intrusiveness opened for Saudi Arabia, by looking at the growing relationship with Beijing. Ultimately, it will draw some conclusions on the consequences of the changing international order towards a multi-order future for middle powers such as the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.