Gulf-Asia Connectivity after the COVID-19 Crisis
THE DIPLOMAT
What are the prospects for connectivity between the Arab Gulf monarchies and Asia, especially as the impact of COVID-19 recedes on the global economy? The short answer is that despite the slowdown of the past few months, there will be a recovery. Trade and investment will continue, albeit at a slower pace than before.
While trade and investment may require a longer period to recover similar levels or more, there may be a more immediate reckoning in the security sector. With several of the Arab Gulf and Asian states allies or partners of the United States, they may face pressure to take a position in the emerging Cold War between it and China.
