Security Relations between the United States and the Gulf States: The Evolution of Regional Perspectives in an Age of Uncert

Authors

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  • Rory Miller Georgetown University

Keywords:

Security, The Gulf, Regional Powers, United States

Abstract

This study argues that relying on the United States for of security and defense has led to the neglect of the Arab Gulf states to varying degrees. These countries failed to build an independent regional security capacity or develop broad security relations with third parties besides the United States. Since President Barack Obama took office in 2009-2016, before Donald Trump replaced him, questioning the regional balance of power, this reliance has destabilized the most stable part of the Arab world. This study examines the implications of the unprecedented regional reality regarding the strategic and security relations between the United States and the Gulf in the context of the divergent views of Washington and its local partners on regional security management methods, in particular the role of the GCC in managing peace and security.

Author Biography

  • Rory Miller, Georgetown University
    Professor of Government Studies, School of International Affairs, Georgetown University in Qatar, Doha.

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