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King Mohammed VI has committed forces to the Saudi-led coalition conducing operations in Yemen to reinforce the alliance with Gulf states. It may be because of these ties that…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB199556
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His agenda undermines the government’s political initiative, and continues a process of weakening the political Islamist Justice and Development Party (PJD) that has led the…
The initiative is aimed at improving the socio-economic position of ethnic Malay and indigenous people, a sizeable majority in Malaysia. The Barisan Nasional (BN) alliance, led by…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB286153
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Meanwhile, the moderate Islamist Justice and Development Party (PJD), which has headed the government since 2011, suffered a humiliating defeat. Changes in the electoral system…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB264019
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BAHRAIN: Premier transition no longer implies reforms
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-ES257490
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Prospects for South-east Asia in 2017.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB216044
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Nearly a year into the ‘Vision 2030’ strategic plan, Riyadh is also seeking to boost the economy and combat boredom among Saudi youth through some cautious steps towards social…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB219739
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Mech Dara is an award-winning reporter renowned for his coverage of human trafficking and online scams in Cambodia. Less than three weeks before his arrest, the United States…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB290480
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With an ageing head of state, Oman must prepare for a post-Sultan Qaboos era, with some of its key policies at odds with those of other Gulf governments.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB240046
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It launched the annual forum of ‘Top CEOs’, reflecting rapid changes in Riyadh’s policy over the past year. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman aims to increase female…