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An Introduction to Gulf Politics
The Gulf region is a distinct sub-system of the wider Middle East, including the resource-rich states of Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, UAE, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait and Iran, and commands enduring relevance within the international system. This is the first textbook to provide a focused, comprehensive introduction to Gulf politics, specifically tailored for undergraduate students and newcomers to the subject. It explores the region's political landscape, covering key topics such as state formation, oil and rentierism, regime types, religion and politics, foreign policy and migration. Blending historical context with contemporary analysis, chapters by leading scholars examine the role of oil wealth, tribal structures, regional integration and merchant elites in state-building, as well as the region's strategic importance in global politics. An ideal core text for university courses on the Gulf and GCC, An Introduction to Gulf Politics is essential for understanding the complexities of power, governance and influence in one of the world's most dynamic regions.
Book Details
- Publisher: Cambridge University Press
- Publish Date: Jun 30th, 2026
- Pages: 424
- Language: English
- Edition: undefined - undefined
- Dimensions: 0.00in - 0.00in - 0.00in - 0.00lb
- EAN: 9781316515082
- Categories: • World - Middle Eastern
About the Author
Almezaini, Khalid: - "Khalid Almezaini is an associate professor of Politics and International Relations at Zayed University - Abu Dhabi. His research focuses on Gulf politics, foreign policy, foreign aid, regional dynamics, and international affairs. Previous publications include The Small Gulf States: Foreign and Security Policies before and after the Arab Spring (edited with Jean-Marc Rickli, 2016)."
Alexander, Kristian: - Kristian Alexander is a Senior Fellow and Lead Researcher at the Rabdan Security and Defense Institute. His research examines security related issues in the Middle East, with a particular interest in the states of the Gulf Cooperation Council. Previous publications include Facets of Security in the United Arab Emirates (edited with William Guéraiche, 2022).