The issue leads with Kuwait where the transfer of powers to Crown Prince Sheikh Mishaal has been described by officials as a temporary move, but few expect Emir Sheikh Nawaf to return fully to front line duty, given his poor health. GSN's analysis of Kuwait includes a revised Al-Sabah family tree.
There is an examination of the planned resumption of talks to revive Iran's 2015 nuclear deal and the Islamic Republic's military stance in the region.
The issue also focuses on the evolution of UAE foreign policy, with new efforts to mend fences with Turkey and Iran and the awkward news that China was developing a secret military presence in Abu Dhabi. The GSN View examines the UAE’s relationship with the UK.
Risk Management Reports focus on Kuwait and Oman.
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