Tag "Saudi Arabia"
The Security Briefing: Yemen in 2018
As we celebrate the new year, the war in Yemen rages. What is the future of this conflict that pits Saudi Arabia coalition forces against Houthis and Iran?
Is Russia’s Middle East endgame trouble for global energy markets?
Russia is playing an increasingly assertive role in the Middle East via its military operations in Syria and its partnership with Saudi Arabia
Why the US won’t lose Middle East allies over Trump’s Jerusalem move
US allies in the Middle East now see Iran as the primary threat, and might be willing to accept a lesser deal on Palestine in order to gain Israeli support.
Is an Israel-Hezbollah war inevitable?
As Trump’s recognition of Jerusalem raises tensions, the real threat may be elsewhere: the risk of military confrontation between Tel Aviv and Hezobllah has not been this high since 2006.
Strong partnerships, information sharing essential for Saudi’s new Cyber Security Authority
As Saudi Arabia implements Vision 2030, it must improve public-private partnerships and generate legal frameworks regarding data security and privacy.
The Week Ahead: 12 – 18 November
Saudi politics poised for further developments as tensions with Iran rise. Chile selects new president to succeed Bachelet. U.S. stock market continues to rise despite government policy failing to live up to the hype. All in The Week Ahead.
Saudi Crown Prince clears a path to the throne
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is spearheading an anti-corruption drive in Saudi. Here’s why the long term impact should be positive.
Saudi Arabia’s new economy: Too much, too fast?
The risks of Saudi Economy 2.0: challenges of fiscal reform, stewardship of the energy sector, and maintaining a careful social balance.
Saudi Arabia’s new economy: Insider’s view
GRI presents a 3-part series on risks and opportunities in the Kingdom. Our first post examines the the top sectors ripe for investment.
The Week Ahead: 22-28 October
Saudi 2.0. Revolution in Ukraine? Attacks in Afghanistan. Instability in the DRC and Togo. All in The Week Ahead.
