Gulf states
Prospects for the Middle East in the fourth quarter
The impact of the Iran nuclear deal, Syria's civil war and low oil prices will reverberate across the region
Middle EastNuclear power could reshape energy use in Gulf
Rising domestic energy demand and rivalry with Iran are driving GCC states to develop their own nuclear industries
Gulf statesUS assurances will not calm Gulf nerves on Iran
Gulf Arab states are concerned the nuclear deal will encourage Iran's "destabilising" activities in the region
Gulf statesGulf set for large-scale drawdown of foreign assets
In a new era of lower oil prices, governments are seeking to avoid politically sensitive austerity measures
Gulf statesGulf port expansion will boost trade
The region is spending an estimated 46 billion dollars on port infrastructure over the next decade
Gulf statesIran deal puts Gulf states on the defensive
Washington's regional allies are concerned that the nuclear deal will embolden, rather than restrain Iran
Gulf statesUAE subsidy cuts presage deeper reform
Lower oil prices are prompting even the wealthiest Gulf states to cut back on subsidies
United Arab EmiratesGCC unity improves Libya outlook
Prioritising the threat from Iran, GCC states have put their rivalries behind them, potentially benefitting Libya
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