Saudi Arabia
Aug 8, 2025
A New Phase for the U.S. and Iran
Washington can work with its Gulf partners to tie Tehran to a deal that moves Iran from a militant focus to an economic revival and integration within its neighborhood.

Aug 5, 2025
The Gulf Countries Need “Good Jobs” in Services
As the Gulf countries transition to a new energy order, creating “good jobs” in high-value export-oriented services that provide citizens with adequate benefits, economic security, and career ladders will help these economies diversify and achieve increased growth.

Jul 29, 2025
The Enduring Saudi-Iranian Detente
The conflict between Israel and Iran demonstrated the endurance of the Saudi-Iranian detente but also revealed its key vulnerabilities.

Jul 23, 2025
Ammar Alsabban: Superman With a Saudi Accent
With passions as diverse as puppetry, podcasting, and superheroes, Ammar Alsabban is redefining the creative limits of Saudi identity.

Jul 9, 2025
Saudi Architecture and the Quest for Identity: An Initiative Transforming the Kingdom
In Saudi Arabia, architecture is not just about shelter – it is about storytelling.

Jul 8, 2025
Saudi-Indian Ties Poised for Cautious Growth
For Riyadh, developing stronger ties with India could yield sought-after economic dividends, but it comes with a mixed bag of regional and international implications.

Jul 2, 2025
Aramco and the Saudi Government Budget
Payments by Aramco are still the key driver of government revenue in Saudi Arabia despite the notable increase in non-oil revenue, particularly from the value-added tax, in recent years.

Jun 30, 2025
Israel-Iran Conflict Reveals Resilience and Vulnerability of GCC Economies
The latest regional conflict reinforced how difficult it is to severely disrupt economic momentum in the Gulf Cooperation Council while highlighting genuine threats to economic security and public safety in the region.
