Gulf states
Japan will strengthen relations with Gulf states
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has visited three Gulf states to build up relations on a number of fronts
JapanSportswashing by Gulf states will evolve further
Gulf states are actively and directly investing in international sports, leading to accusations of sportswashing
Gulf statesGulf railway investment could promote more integration
Stronger oil revenues have reinvigorated railway spending in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries
Gulf statesMaritime security risks may increase in the Gulf
Iranian tanker seizures have underlined maritime threats in the Gulf region, pressuring existing security frameworks
Gulf statesGulf states’ soft power policies will expand
Doha, Riyadh and Abu Dhabi have used soft power policies to boost their global image and attract foreign investment
Gulf statesRivalry will shape Gulf states’ relations
The Saudi-Iranian deal is more of a ‘cold peace’ than a comprehensive solution to regional rivalries
Gulf statesGulf states will reinforce investment strategies
Gulf countries’ sovereign wealth fund strategies have evolved in recent years
Gulf statesGulf prime ministers’ roles will ensure the status quo
Prime ministers in the Gulf Cooperation Council states are highly visible representatives of the ruling families
Gulf states
