Africa is fast emerging as a key arena for economic and diplomatic influence between the Gulf’s leading powers.

For much of its modern history, Saudi Arabia has preferred not to respond publicly to its critics or detractors. But today’s regional dynamics leave no room for silence. What has pushed the Kingdom ...

Conflict in the Middle East or along the Red Sea risks disrupting trade corridors or spooking foreign investors. In contrast, the UAE remains tethered to the same set of priorities that have driven ...

Arabia’s Vision 2030 is driving economic growth, rising homeownership and record-low unemployment, as global sports investments reshape its role on the world stage.

Saudi Arabia, the largest nation without permanent rivers, thrives on innovation. Ancient underground water and advanced ...

A dark geometric sprawl breaks up an expanse of ocher-hued sand in Saudi Arabia. Close up, the structure is made up of row after row of solar panels, glimmering in the intense sun as it beats down on ...

A comparison of Iran and Saudi Arabia covering government, religion, economy, population, geography, and regional influence.