Gulf states
Gulf leaders will try to moderate Trump's policies
The Gulf states' stance on regional security issues, especially Iran, has changed significantly since 2016
Gulf statesGrowth in the Gulf states' fintech sector will rebound
Growth in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) fintech sector has slowed in line with global investment
Gulf statesDebt issuance will be strong in the Gulf states
Government related debt issuance in the Gulf states has been strong in 2024, led by Saudi Arabia
Gulf statesDrone exports will expand Ankara’s international reach
Ankara is reaping the benefits of the rising influence of its domestic drone industry
TurkeyMediation by the Gulf states will increase
Oman, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates are increasingly mediating in regional and global conflicts
Gulf statesChinese investment in the Gulf states will rise
Investment by China in countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council is evolving
Gulf statesQatar will act as a balancing actor within the GCC
The exchange of ambassadors with Bahrain marks the end of the GCC boycott of Qatar
Qatar
