Gulf states
Dubai will enforce mandatory health insurance
Employers who fail to provide private health cover for their workers face hefty fines
United Arab EmiratesGulf wargames could prepare for a post-US future
Gulf Arab counterterrorism forces are drilling together for the first time
Gulf statesEnergy interests will enhance Israel's regional ties
A 'quiet detente' is transforming the regional landscape
IsraelGulf states' food imports will rise
Water constraints mean that Gulf countries have no option but to buy in food
Gulf statesGulf states will face privatisation challenges
Huge welfare bills and poor regulation will obstruct Gulf privatisation plans
Gulf statesUS terrorism liability bill will damage Gulf ties
The passage of a controversial terrorism bill sets up a veto showdown between Congress and the White House
United StatesIranian S-300 missile limits Gulf, Israeli options
The end of the nuclear dispute has enabled Iran to address vulnerabilities in its air defences
IranGlobal diamonds market will stay oversupplied
New mines, excess inventories and weak demand are preventing a recovery
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