major personality clash at several meetings
As was told to me, the Saudis have the emotional maturity of a 2 year old. It would take something seemingly utterly insignificant to a Westerner to set 'em off. They rely very much on first impressions.
Of course, it could have also been a case of the all-knowing RAF fighter pilot going in there and jolly well telling them how its done too.
One doesn't take that approach with the Saudis if one seeks longevity in employment.