Qatar is pursuing a sophisticated modernisation program, writes Matthew Gray. But is social and political change keeping pace?
02 Feb 12 Comments (0)On the edge of the Arab Spring
Avoiding the worst of the protests in the region, Jordan is changing anyway, writes Matthew Gray in Amman
05 Oct 11 Comments (0)One night in Amman
After dark, Matthew Gray caught a glimpse of life beneath the surface in the Jordanian capital
27 May 11 Comments (0)The Middle East after bin Laden
With al Qaeda’s influence already waning in many countries in the Middle East, Matthew Gray looks at the likely impact of Osama bin Laden’s death on the forces reshaping the region
05 May 11 Comments (0)Oil and water
An important new book helps explain why Saudi Arabia is unlikely to experience the same upheavals as some of its neighbours, writes Matthew Gray
23 Mar 11 Comments (0)Different leaders, different regimes
As much as anything, it’s the complexity of the Middle East that’s become more obvious over the past few weeks, writes Matthew Gray
25 Feb 11 Comments (0)Egypt’s leaders in waiting
Plenty of people are waiting for a chance to replace Egyptian president Hosni Mubarak – whether now or in September – and while each has their weaknesses, most are probably a better bet than the now illegitimate and atrophied leader, writes Matthew Gray
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