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Saudi Arabia

Saudia’s Economic Transformation Eyes Riyadh’s Regional Dominance

With Saudi Arabia’s ‘Vision 2030’ already in full motion, it has become increasingly clear that the purpose of this massive and multi-billion dollar economic transformation plan is not just to transform and diversify Saudia’s oil-dependent economy; rather a cardinal objective of this plan is to restore Saudia Arabia’s central position within...

Salman Rafi Sheikh

Why is Saudia Talking to Iran?

In May 2017, when Saudia’s crown prince Mohammad bin Salman (MBS was asked about prospects of direct talks with Iran, he rejected any possibility of such a venture. Back then MBS was politically strong, he was a lot more acceptable in the West, especially the US, and he could, at least in his own calculation, have his cake and eat it too vis-à-vis Iran. As such, back then MBS was more than ready...

Salman Rafi Sheikh

Saudi Arabia Restores Relations with Syria

Recently, there has been a clear trend among Middle Eastern countries to review the foreign policy directions that have been pursued in recent decades. The most striking example of this is the adjustment of Riyadh's foreign policy vectors, especially with regard to countries with which Saudi Arabia has long been at enmity. After preparing a diplomatic breakthrough...

Vladimir Danilov

Saudi Arabia and Iran Prepare for a Breakthrough in their Relations.

Vladimir Platov

What Will Biden’s Attempts to Tame Riyadh Lead to?

Vladimir Platov

How China Aims to Navigate the Complex Middle East

Salman Rafi Sheikh

The War in Yemen May Bring Major Changes to Saudi Politics

Salman Rafi Sheikh

Yemen in its Fight against Saudi Aggressors

Viktor Mikhin

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