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Al Mada controversies

Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.

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  1. 2010

    Questions over concentration, transparency and royal influence

    SNI and the former ONA Group were criticized over alleged monopolistic practices, corruption and the political and economic influence associated with royal-family ownership. Diplomatic cables released by WikiLeaks reportedly questioned the transparency of dealings involving SNI, ONA and the King's business interests. The reference material describes allegations and concerns rather than a definitive legal judgment against Al Mada.