Mutt- The problem is, it doesn't depend on airline needs when it comes to the final termination of expat Pilots. The decision will be made by the government and Royal decree will require Saudiization of the Airline industry at a certain date. It happened in the mobile phone industry last year. 6 months notice was given.
Maybe Saudia should promote jobs fairs now in Jeddah amongst other middle eastern and Chinese airlines.