An International Institute for Strategic Studies report points to a new missile base being developed near Al-Nabhaniyah, north-west of Riyadh, along with construction work at other Royal Saudi Strategic Missile Force sites. China remains a key partner in developing the Saudi missile programme, as it has been over the past four decades.
Issue 1197 - 26 February 2025
Recent bilateral talks on border security, water resources and the 5m Afghans living in Iran point to a more positive atmosphere between the neighbours – prompting speculation that Tehran could soon recognise the Taliban government. It comes at a time when other Gulf states have been recalibrating their relations with the isolated regime.
Issue 1196 - 30 January 2025
Iran, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Qatar
Regional co-operation & conflict, Politics & people, Diplomatic brief, Politics
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