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Key Gulf states will advance public rapprochement
High-level visits and resolutions of old disputes are coming thick and fast, with former media wars a distant memory
Gulf statesQatar’s first polls look set to reinforce tribalism
Two-thirds of seats in the legislative body are now to be elected, though the emir's role remains paramount
QatarQatar’s rewarding Afghan role carries future risks
Doha is taking a calculated risk that long engagement will help incentivise the Taliban to moderate their approach
QatarQatar sees long-term benefits from its Taliban ties
Western officials are highlighting the importance of Doha’s role, as former Gulf rivals acquiesce
QatarCOVID-19 controls across the Gulf tighten regime grip
The Gulf states have taken several steps to prevent misinformation from undermining the public health response
Gulf statesDoha will aim to recoup international electoral credit
Plans for the emirate's first ever legislative elections in October have ignited a new controversy
QatarLow-key Qatari-Bahraini tensions could resurge
Doha and Manama are the only two parties to the Gulf dispute that have made little progress on reconciliation
QatarThe Gulf will take on the energy transition challenge
Gulf countries are vulnerable to shifts in the global energy market, but they also have resources to manage them
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