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Dr. Robert Mogielnicki

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Iran war creates opening for closer Europe-Gulf ties

Gulf countries would welcome closer defense, investment, and trade ties with Europe.
Joint European Union and the Gulf Cooperation Council summit in Brussels, in 2024.Joint European Union and the Gulf Cooperation Council summit in Brussels, in 2024. Johanna Geron/Reuters

Analysis: Trump’s Gulf tour should deepen economic alignment

Without breakthroughs on regional conflicts, stronger investment and tech ties are likely to be the main focus of Donald Trump’s regional visit.
Trump walks with Saudi Arabia’s King Salman to deliver remarks to the Arab Islamic American Summit in RiyadhTrump’s 2017 visit to Saudi Arabia. Jonathan Ernst/Reuters