The Rise of Qatar
June 11th, 2008 by Adam
The Economist has an interesting article about Qatar’s transformation from underdeveloped backwater to a wealthy state with growing influence. Qatar has wisely used its oil wealth to pursue an astute foreign policy, and has become a diplomatic player in the region. Its engagement with America’s regional allies and rejectionist states, such as Syria and Iran has allowed Qatar to flex its diplomatic muscle in Yemen and Lebanon.
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