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Risks and opportunities 2021: Middle East/North Africa
COVID-19-driven economic turmoil is unlikely to translate into political change
Middle EastGulf rapprochement summit will likely underwhelm
The Gulf media wars are raging on, even as mediators remain hopeful
Gulf statesA US-led Riyadh-Doha deal would be highly constrained
Rumours of an end to the Gulf rift are proliferating after Jared Kushner flies in
Saudi ArabiaQatar will prioritise US ties in Gulf balance
Doha-Manama squabbles flare, as Washington reaffirms strategic cooperation with both
QatarQatari-Turkish alignment will deepen Gulf division
A meeting between Emir Tamim and President Erdogan comes at a provocative time
QatarRulers’ controls may further politicise Mideast tribes
Kuwait’s upcoming elections show similar trends to Jordan’s November polls, with indications for Qatar’s 2021 plans
Middle EastProspects for the Gulf states in 2021
A Joe Biden presidency will present challenges for the oil market and regional politics
Gulf statesQatar seeks reputation and riches for future security
The emir promises national elections and a healthy fiscal surplus in 2021
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