Qatar
Feb 24, 2022
The Ukraine Crisis is Vindicating Qatar’s Bold Gas Expansion Strategy
In the long term, Qatar could play a pivotal role in diversifying European gas imports away from Russia.
Feb 9, 2022
Qatari Emir’s Visit Points to Deepening Cooperation With Washington, Despite Differences
The strengthening of U.S.-Qatar cooperation points to a Doha moment in Washington’s bilateral and regional relations, shaped by current crises.
Feb 2, 2022
Turbulent Skies for Gulf F-35 Deals
The UAE and Qatar both want the F-35, but, for the United States, selling the powerful fighter jet is not a straightforward commercial transaction.
Dec 17, 2021
Gulf Rupture With Lebanon Exacerbates Beirut’s Economic Woes
France has sought to calm recent tensions, but the increasing influence of Hezbollah and the shifting focus of Saudi and UAE economic policies elsewhere raises questions of where Lebanon will be able to turn for support.
Dec 8, 2021
From the Year of Climate Ambition to Action in the Gulf
For Gulf countries, 2021 was the year of ambition and new climate targets, and 2022 will be the year of implementation.
Dec 1, 2021
Book Launch – Tribalism and Political Power in the Gulf: State-Building and National Identity in Kuwait, Qatar and the UAE
On December 1, AGSIW hosted a discussion examining the roles that tribes play in popular participation in government and policymaking in the Gulf.
Oct 7, 2021
Qatar’s Shura Council Elections: Incrementally Strengthening Local Politics
The new Shura Council is neither a democratic wand changing Qatar’s political culture nor a pointless exercise. Instead, it is a small evolutionary step in the state’s governance in a more democratic direction.
Sep 30, 2021
What to Expect From Qatar’s First Legislative Elections
On September 30, AGSIW hosted a discussion ahead of Qatar's first legislative elections.
