Despite Crisis-Easing Amnesty, Gridlock Remains a Real Possibility in Kuwait
The emir’s move to grant amnesty to members of the opposition is a start on the path to improve executive-legislative relations, but many issues remain unresolved.
Luai Allarakia
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Luai Allarakia is an assistant professor of political science. His research specializes in Kuwait’s National Assembly, the Saudi Shura Council, and Gulf Arab affairs.
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The Politics of Permanent Deadlock in Kuwait
A newly elected National Assembly quickly falls under old dynamics of confrontation and gridlock. Will Kuwait find a path to compromise and reform?
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Is Rapprochement with Israel in Saudi Arabia’s Interest?
Though a unified GCC foreign policy does not exist, looking primarily at Saudi Arabia and Israel, there is no genuine convergence of interests.