Gulf Rising: GCC-East Asia Relations

As Gulf Arab states claim a new regional leadership role, they are establishing ties with other centers of power, regionally and globally, diversifying relationships and reducing their dependence on the United States. The Gulf states are finding particularly appealing opportunities among the countries of East Asia, building ties on the political, economic, and military fronts. As part of the Gulf Rising series analyzing the energized role of the Gulf Arab states on the international stage, AGSIW explores Gulf-East Asia relations.