Trump’s Gulf Trip Should Prove a Big Win-Win for All Parties
Gulf Arab states can solidify ties with Washington, while Trump stands to benefit personally and politically.
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See Something? Say Nothing: The Houthis’ Criminalization of Truth
The Houthis’ “Midri” campaign isn’t just about silencing Yemenis, it’s about blinding the outside world.
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Saudi Economic Diversification and the Current Account Deficit
Saudi Arabia has continued to make progress in diversifying its economy, although lower oil revenue, higher imports, and stronger remittance outflows pushed the current account into a small deficit in 2024.
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Rethinking Gulf Water Security
True water security in the Gulf involves finding a balance between water security and tradeoffs with other goals.
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The Obstacles to Getting to “Yes” With Iran
The ongoing negotiation process between the United States and Iran will be complex and volatile – while some of the most central issues might be soluble, sanctions issues might prove intractable.
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Trade Tensions and Tariffs: IEA, EIA, and OPEC Slash Global Oil Demand Forecasts
Global demand forecasts by leading agencies have diverged sharply, reflecting a deepening sense of uncertainty about the future path of the global economy.
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Redlines and Realpolitik: Saudi Arabia’s Diplomatic Test Ahead of Trump’s Visit
Trump’s trip to Saudi Arabia has the potential not only to reinforce the deep-rooted U.S.-Saudi alliance but also to expose the fault lines that could undermine future cooperation.
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Gulf Economies and the Tariff Storm
Trump’s tariff agenda may complicate Gulf governments’ capabilities to advance key policy initiatives and strategic economic partnerships, including Gulf investments in the United States.
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Public-Private Partnerships Becoming the It Couple for Gulf Infrastructure Development
Successful public-private partnerships could help Gulf Arab states improve infrastructure without further burdening state resources.
Trump’s Gulf Trip Should Prove a Big Win-Win for All Parties
Gulf Arab states can solidify ties with Washington, while Trump stands to benefit personally and politically.
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