Gulf states
The Gulf states will face new labour force challenges
Post-COVID-19 trends in labour force dynamics will create challenges for the Gulf states
Gulf statesMoon’s Middle East trip puts business first
Moon Jae-in chose three US allies in the Middle East as the destinations for one of his last foreign trips as president
South KoreaGulf-Iran ties will become more multi-dimensional
Tehran has made a point of briefing “friends” in Muscat and Doha over the progress of nuclear talks in Vienna
Gulf statesAdvancing Gulf-backed Yemen forces still face risks
The Amaliqa ‘Giants’ brigade has retaken much of Shabwa province from the northern-based Huthi fighters
YemenDubai will draw in investment through share offerings
The authorities plan to sell stakes in ten government-controlled entities, with four identified so far
United Arab EmiratesStates of the wider Gulf vary over energy transition
Despite strong climate rhetoric by some, the pragmatic focus is on maximising medium-term oil and gas output
Gulf statesThe Saudi crown prince’s Gulf tour is symbolic
In contrast to his earlier seclusion, Mohammed bin Salman has visited all of his immediate neighbours within a week
Gulf statesOmani-Saudi talks could yield a new trade route
The Saudi de facto leader’s ground-breaking visit to Muscat has economic and regional agendas
Oman
