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The Gulf’s mediation role will grow in importance
The Gulf states have been central to international efforts aimed at containing regional escalation
Gulf statesIsraeli-Arab normalisation will freeze, not reverse
The Gaza conflict has affected Israeli Mideast diplomatic ties in complex ways
IsraelGaza will strain but not break Gulf-Iranian detente
The focus on de-escalation that dominated regional geopolitics prior to the October 7 Gaza war has proven durable
Gulf statesGreen bond issuance will gradually grow in the Gulf
As the Gulf states move to diversify their economies, green financing from banks is complementing government efforts
Gulf statesTrade will tighten Gulf-South Korea relations
Complementary interests are incentivising deeper economic collaboration
Gulf statesGulf economies are on a stable track despite risks
Oil production cuts dampened growth in 2023, but the outlook for the Gulf Arab economies is relatively positive
Gulf statesGulf states: Western investment drive will accelerate
Gulf investments are raising attention, much of which is focused on transparency, motivations and links to China
Gulf statesUnity will support the less-wealthy Gulf countries
Several major intra-Gulf projects testify to the positive spillover of cordial relations on regional economies
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