Tag: Saudi Arabia

Geopolitics of Football: Churning in Global Football and the Role of India
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Geopolitics of Football: Churning in Global Football and the Role of India

Not many sports can boast of being a global phenomenon irrespective of culture or geography like football. The impact football has on tourism has been recognised by countries across the world as increased tourism brings an economic boom. In India, The sorry state of affairs in football can be attributed to corruption, lack of accountability, and […]

Middle East | Analysing the Impact of the Dispute over the Dorra Gas Field
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Middle East | Analysing the Impact of the Dispute over the Dorra Gas Field

Even as Iran and Saudi Arabia resolved to resume diplomatic relations early this year, the dispute over the Dorra gas field could be an impediment and harm bilateral relations. The Dorra gas field has enormous gas reserves, and whoever gets the right over it could get huge economic benefits. Iran’s energy resources would be improved, […]

Syria’s Reinstatement in the Arab League – Crucial Step Towards Peace or Condoning Crimes on Humanity?
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Syria’s Reinstatement in the Arab League – Crucial Step Towards Peace or Condoning Crimes on Humanity?

Syria’s reinstatement to the Arab League marks a significant turning point in its recuperation and diplomatic re-engagement with the world. Some see it as a crucial step towards ending the crisis and bringing calm back to the area, while others claim it sends an inaccurate message regarding violations of human rights and damages the Arab […]

Syria Re-establishing Diplomatic Ties with Arab Nations. Who Stands to gain?
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Syria Re-establishing Diplomatic Ties with Arab Nations. Who Stands to gain?

Normalization will probably be seen by Washington as a rejection of its policy objectives as Arab nations are openly supporting a significant ally of Iran and Russia. In the interest of avoiding new problems in Washington, Riyadh may proceed cautiously when it reinstates diplomatic relations with Assad’s government. Jordanian lawmakers are working on a draft […]

Saudi Arabia and Iran – Regional and Global Implications of Improving Ties Between the Two Arab Neighbours
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Saudi Arabia and Iran – Regional and Global Implications of Improving Ties Between the Two Arab Neighbours

The ramifications to the world order due to the thawing relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran are challenging and multifaceted as the responses of other regional and international actors vary as per their national interests in the Middle East region. Improved ties between Riyadh and Tehran might have a significant impact on Syria, where Saudi […]

Yemen Civil War | Can Iran – Saudi Arabia detente bring much-needed peace in the region?
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Yemen Civil War | Can Iran – Saudi Arabia detente bring much-needed peace in the region?

Though Iran has pledged to stop supplying weapons to Yemen as part of its agreement, ending the dispute would not be simple. Riyadh will have to handle the intricate relationship between Iran’s hopes for economic gains from a de-escalation and the tightening of U.S.-led sanctions on Iran. China stepped in to mediate at a time […]

What Iran-Saudi Arabia Deal means for the Middle East and the world
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What Iran-Saudi Arabia Deal means for the Middle East and the world

The recently established deal between Iran and Saudi Arabis could reduce tensions in the region but also asserts China’s growing influence in the Middle East. Regional rivals Saudi Arabia and Iran announced on Friday they are restoring full diplomatic relations in a deal brokered by China, a move that could reduce tensions in the region […]

Saudi Arabia and India Ties – Exemption leading to Inclusion and Mutual Growth
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Saudi Arabia and India Ties – Exemption leading to Inclusion and Mutual Growth

Saudi Arabia has removed the police clearance certificate for Indians seeking Saudi visas. Need to look into its implications, growing ties and potential, and reasons for facilitating this move between Riyadh and New Delhi. Saudi Arabia is interested in joining BRICS, as Riyadh sees it as an alternative to its dependence on the west. The […]