Economy

With the Al-Faw Grand Port and broader “Dry Canal” corridor project, Iraq aims to become a transportation hub between Asia and Europe. However, formidable political, security, financing, and feasibility challenges make for a rocky road.

Riyadh’s approach to humanitarian assistance and charitable giving, evident in the Syria relief effort, reflects significant organizational changes in line with the kingdom’s broad transformation agenda.

For Saudi Arabia, PPPs represent a critical means to accelerate major projects and attract investment, but they may highlight weaknesses, such as workforce limitations and lack of expertise to execute certain goals.

Inconsistent policymaking, slowing growth figures, and a shrinking population may put to question China’s collective strength as an economic partner for the Gulf Arab states.

AGSIW experts explain the regional trends they’ll be following most closely as the year unfolds.

Saudi Arabia has made significant progress on women’s rights and labor force participation, but there is still a lot of work to do.

On December 15, AGSIW co-hosted a discussion on a new IMF policy paper examining the key prospects and challenges facing the region as 2023 approaches.

For many of Qatar’s neighbors, the World Cup has been an economic boon, potentially paving the way for future cooperation.