There is a certain irony in the Arab Gulf States’ rising power across the Middle East and North Africa. International prestige, the ability to intervene militarily in regional conflict, and holding the same leverage as international financial institutions in aid and investment are what these states have long coveted. But now that they have the power—both economic and military—Gulf States like Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE are faced with the dilemma of demonstrating their dominance without destroying the neighborhood.
Now that they have the power—both economic and military—Gulf States are faced with the dilemma of demonstrating their dominance without destroying the neighborhood.
