Derasat Reports are occasional papers comprising research and analysis projects.
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Indian and GCC Perspectives: Iran, India, and the GCC
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May 25, 2016
India has strong economic and cultural ties to the West Asia region, including both the GCC countries and Iran. A series of important events, including the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the US invasion of Iraq, the Arab Spring, and the Iranian nuclear deal, are contributing to a new balance of power in the region.
Russian and GCC Perspectives: Opec, Russia, and Falling Oil Prices
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April 12, 2016
Oil prices have declined significantly since the middle of 2014, causing significant concern among major oil exporters, among the Russia and the countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC; Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE).
China’s Strategy Toward Iran and the GCC States: the Challenge of Balancing Interests and Principles
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April 6, 2016
China’s Strategy Toward the GCC States: The Challenge of Balancing Interests and Principles
Gulf-russian Oil Relations: Past and Future
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January 10, 2016
This report looks at the prospects for Gulf-Russian oil and non-oil cooperation, in light of the latest economic and geo-strategic developments that are affecting oil markets.
The Syrian Conflict: Russian and GCC Perspectives
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November 11, 2015
The Syrian conflict continues to deteriorate, with estimates suggesting a death toll in excess of 300,000, in addition to millions of refugees. The conflict has been extremely internationalized, not just in terms of the diplomatic attention that it has attracted, but also...
Lessons From the Greek Debt Crisis for Gulf Monetary Union
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October 4, 2015
The Gulf countries are taking steps toward monetary union. The continuing Greek debt crisis has caused major problems for the European single currency. It also presents useful lessons for the Gulf countries as they plan their own single currency.
The Economics of the Iranian Nuclear Deal: Russian and GCC Perspectives
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October 1, 2015
In July 2015, the P5 + 1 countries reached a deal on the Iranian nuclear program and on the lifting of economic sanctions imposed upon Iran. This important development in Middle Eastern strategy led to extensive commentary from many different stakeholders, including the governments of the US, Israel, Iran, and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.
Bahrain Concise Quarterly Economic Report: Q3 2015
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September 1, 2015
A quarterly publication that provides an overview of the current state of the Bahraini economy and analyzes it. In the “Policy Focus” section, the report analyzes an important current issue faced by policymakers and provides recommendations.
Nuclear Iran: Will It Spur a Nuclear Arms Race in the Region?
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September 1, 2015
Indubitably, the agreement on the Iranian nuclear program, which was signed between Iran and the P5+1 countries in Vienna on July 14, 2015, did not end the controversy over the former’s nuclear program.
The Effect of Falling Oil Prices on Chinese Energy Security
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August 31, 2015
The Chinese economy is undergoing major reforms in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis. These reforms aim to help the Chinese economy maintain its previous growth trends. Yet in a low oil price environment, some challenges arise with regards to China’s energy security.
Russian Supply of S-300 Missiles to Iran: Russian and GCC Perspectives
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July 26, 2015
In May 2015, the Russian government removed political and legal barriers to the sale of the S-300 missile system to Iran, paving the way for a commercial agreement and subsequent delivery.
Economic Integration in the Gulf Cooperation Council: Lessons From the EU
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July 22, 2015
Beyond posing an existential threat to the European project, the Greek debt crisis has turned into a public-relations disaster for the process of European integration.
Vortex Bladeless Wind Turbines
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July 5, 2015
Bahrain currently produces all of it electricity from fossil fuel sources: around 85% of electricity is produced from natural gas, and 15% is produced from oil, with five power stations being used (Figure 1).
The Iranian Nuclear Deal: Seminar Report
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June 22, 2015
“Derasat” held a closed seminar with the title “The Iranian Nuclear Deal” with the aim of encouraging debate and dialogue, and to clarify its various aspects.
Iran’s Influence in Iraq
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June 4, 2015
Iranian influence in Iraq has grown greatly since the U.S. led invasion of Iraq in 2003, and it continues to this day to capture the attention of analysts and experts.
Bahrain Concise Quarterly Economic Report: Q2 2015
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June 1, 2015
A quarterly publication that provides an overview of the current state of the Bahraini economy and analyzes it. In the “Policy Focus” section, the report analyzes an important current issue faced by policymakers and provides recommendations.
Bahrain Concise Quarterly Economic Report: Q1 2015
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March 1, 2015
A quarterly publication that provides an overview of the current state of the Bahraini economy and analyzes it. In the “Policy Focus” section, the report analyzes an important current issue faced by policymakers and provides recommendations.
Bahrain Concise Quarterly Economic Report: Q4 2014
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December 1, 2014
A quarterly publication that provides an overview of the current state of the Bahraini economy and analyzes it. In the “Policy Focus” section, the report analyzes an important current issue faced by policymakers and provides recommendations.
