Saudi Arabia
Saudi demographics may ultimately drive discontent
Population structure is key to understanding current social and economic trade-offs
Saudi ArabiaSaudi-Emirati economic competition may prove zero-sum
Riyadh has changed import tariff rules, in effect excluding many Emirati products from preferential rates
Saudi ArabiaEmirati oil plans may drive long-term Saudi divergence
As Abu Dhabi’s demands derail OPEC+ planning, regional tensions are also shifting
United Arab EmiratesNew Saudi travel hub aspirations face major obstacles
The crown prince has announced plans for a new state carrier, as part of wider ambitious planning
Saudi ArabiaSaudi Arabia will hold back from the Lebanese morass
The loss of Saudi financial guarantees reduces Beirut’s options for overcoming its deep political and economic crisis
LebanonThe 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
Gulf statesSaudi-Huthi Yemen peace talks may bring small gains
The Omani mediation is showing signs of progress, but violent attacks continue on the ground
Saudi ArabiaWary Gulf states will struggle for consensus on Iran
Regional countries are repositioning and opening new channels after US policy changes
Gulf states
