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Items by Mohamed Amersi
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MBS vs MBZ: the acrimonious battle of the Mohammeds that will define the Gulf’s future
The deal between the US and Saudi Arabia to help the Gulf kingdom develop nuclear energy is a coup for Mohammed bin Salman. Some observers believe he played President Trump, letting it be known that if the US did not offer nuclear know-how, he would have happily collaborated with China, Pakistan,…
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Reinventing the Gulf towards strategic neutrality
The joint United States and Israeli military attacks and Iran’s subsequent retaliation have exposed a structural vulnerability at the heart of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). Despite their concerted efforts to strengthen ties with Washington – particularly with President Trump – Gulf states found themselves peripheral to decision making, yet…
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How to negotiate from a position of strength when there is perceived weakness
Iran once again finds itself around the negotiating table with the Unted States. Its resolve is still strong, believing righteousness and time remain on its side, but it has been weakened, that much it cannot deny. I come from a dealmaking world, where asserting leverage is crucial for getting a…