Gulf states
Gulf fiscal pressures herald new era of austerity
Declining oil prices have sharpened the debate on the long-term sustainability of the region's economies
Gulf statesMiddle East gas exporters will adapt to competition
As domestic consumption rises and global competition increases, the region's role in world gas markets is transforming
Middle EastKnowledge economies will struggle to take root in Gulf
Investment in higher education and research is advancing national diversification strategies, but faces major obstacles
Gulf statesGulf detente will enable security cooperation
Qatar's dispute between Saudi Arabia and the UAE over political Islam has stalled broader Gulf cooperation efforts
Gulf statesProspects for the Gulf states in 2015
The Gulf states will face rising domestic fiscal pressures and regional volatility in 2015
Gulf statesGulf economies can ride out lower oil prices
The sharp decline in oil prices is likely to see significant fiscal adjustment by Gulf energy exporters
Gulf statesNew cabinet will aid Iraqi fight against jihadists
The line-up reflects significant concessions to Kurds and Sunnis by the Shia-dominated government
IraqMiddle East activism will expand as conflicts multiply
Middle East activism will expand as conflicts multiply
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