jabird
"italy was a big supporter to" -
you're right, but british companies/airlines will always be at a greater threat due to our close ties with the US. I think that was the point max magic was trying to make.
And as for saudis travelling to the UK for shopping and business etc... well..... look at the relative safety and ease of movement a saudi gets in London ( male and female ) compared to a Brit in Riyadh.