The Bread-and-Butter Issues of Jobs and Taxes in the Gulf
As Gulf governments accelerate domestic development agendas, local job creation and tax revenue are measurable indicators of successful economic policymaking.
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Kuwait’s Big New Offshore Oil Find
Can the offshore Al-Nokhatha discovery help Kuwait’s oil and gas investments sail ahead?
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With New Crown Prince Kuwait Bucks Gulf Succession Trends
The emir’s naming of Sabah al-Khaled al-Sabah – a noncontroversial politician and an experienced diplomat – as crown prince may help traverse Kuwait’s fissures, but there is still a long road ahead.
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Turkey-Kuwait Ties Grow Amid Regional Balancing
Cooperation agreements between Turkey and Kuwait aim to capitalize on opportunities to bolster economic, diplomatic, and defense relations, however Ankara will have to navigate carefully as it seeks to balance ties in the Gulf.
Virtual Roundtable on Kuwait
On May 22, AGSIW hosted a roundtable on developments in Kuwait.
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Hamad AlShriaan: The Rising Star of Kuwaiti Stand-Up Comedy
Hamad AlShriaan and the comedians of the Kuwait Comedy Club blend local cultural references with sharp delivery, creating a vibrant atmosphere for Kuwaiti youth.
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Kuwait’s New Energy Strategy Takes Off but Oil’s Still Dominant
While other Gulf Arab oil producing states have advanced diversification policies to ease reliance on oil revenue and increase renewable energy investments, Kuwait has lagged behind.
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Education in Focus: Speculative Horizons’ Photography Project in Kuwait
Through exhibitions, educational guides, and workshops, Kuwait-based Speculative Horizons encourages young Kuwaiti photographers to explore new narratives.
What Do the Latest Parliamentary Elections Mean for Democratic Politics in Kuwait?
On April 15, AGSIW hosted a discussion on Kuwait's April 4 parliamentary elections.
Gulf Mediation in the Ukraine Crisis
The role of Gulf Arab states in Russia-Ukraine mediation reflects their rising global influence and the benefits of hedging and balancing in foreign policy.
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