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Diplomacy, Technology, and Innovation: Amb. Stuart Jones on the Evolution of US-Middle East Relations

Middle East Focus

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Economic Evolution in the Middle East

This chapter examines the shifting economic dynamics in the Middle East, particularly focusing on the diversification strategies of the UAE and Saudi Arabia alongside significant infrastructure projects like the Riyadh Metro. It also investigates Iraq's evolving geopolitical role, its aspirations for energy independence, and the complexities of its relationships with both neighboring countries and China. The discussion further emphasizes the implications of U.S. sanctions, water scarcity challenges, and the potential benefits of U.S.-Iraq cooperation in advancing technology and ethical practices in the region.

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