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The rapid social changes under way, such as letting women drive and reopening cinemas, largely focus on creating new economic opportunities. They also serve a political purpose…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB236599
ISSN: 2633-304X
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Hydrocarbons in Bahrain’s economy.
Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states have in recent months stepped up regulation on cyber issues: Bahrain arrested six people on March 31 over "defamatory" tweets. The wider…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB231824
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The measures represent a milestone in the ongoing process of easing restrictive rules which make women legally dependent on husbands or male relatives. However, several leading…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB245974
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Washington has increased pressure on Tehran on a near-daily basis since it designated the IRGC as a terrorist organisation on April 8. The United States has imposed new sanctions…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB243815
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Riyadh reacted to Ottawa’s criticism of the arrests by breaking diplomatic ties and immediately withdrawing investments, trade, students and medical patients, demanding support…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB236709
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The French-led maritime escort operation in the Gulf is running alongside a similar US-led effort, in which the United Kingdom is a partner, as well as smaller Japanese and South…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB250994
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King Salman on June 21 named his 31-year-old son to succeed him, dismissing Crown Prince Mohammed bin Nayef from all positions, including that of interior minister. Mohammed bin…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB221762
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Saudi leadership reshuffle.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB199580
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Deputy Crown Prince and Interior Minister Mohammed bin Nayef (55) replaces Salman's half-brother, Muqrin (69), as crown prince, making him the first of the next generation of…