The Saudi royals hope to turn China away from Iran during a state visit.
The China Dream Hits Reality
Asian ports: Pitfalls of China’s One Belt, One Road Initiative.
Women’s Gyms Lay Bare Limits of Saudi Reforms
Saudi women will continue to suffer a decline in physical and mental health, beyond their lack of social, economic and political status.
Trump Vs. Pakistan
As Trump is pressured to confront Pakistan for support of militants, Pakistan is one area where China and the US could find common cause.
Tackling Iran: Trump Fuels the Fire
The Trump administration risks fueling sectarianism across the Muslim world.
What Will Trump Do About Saudi Arabia?
Having vowed to “eradicate” “radical Islamic terrorism,” the new US president cannot stand by idly regarding Saudi Arabia’s actions in Africa.
Russia Spreads Its Wings in the Gulf
Qatari cooperation with Russia reflects new global realities.
2017: Saudi Arabia’s Annus Horribilis?
Think that 2016 was a tough year for Saudi Arabia? Wait till you see 2017
Trump’s Middle East: Back to the Future
The U.S. government under Trump may be on the verge of returning to the old policy of transaction-based support of autocratic regimes in the Middle East.
Istanbul Bombings: Kurds and Erdogan Playing Political Football
The Besiktas bombing raises important questions about counter-terrorism strategy and truth telling in Turkey.























