GEOPOLITICS AND ENERGY SECURITY IN THE PERSIAN GULF
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https://doi.org/10.55640/Keywords:
Persian Gulf, GCC, energy security, hydrocarbon resources, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Iran, OPEC, regional stability, global energy markets, geopolitical influenceAbstract
This article examines the geopolitical dynamics and energy security challenges of the Persian Gulf, with a focus on the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states. It highlights the region’s strategic significance as a major global energy hub, emphasizing the concentration of oil and gas reserves in Saudi Arabia, Iraq, the UAE, Kuwait, and other Gulf states. The study analyzes both internal factors, such as Iran’s nuclear program, instability in Iraq, sectarian tensions, and finite hydrocarbon resources, and external factors, including global energy demand, competition among major powers, and the geopolitical influence of energy-exporting states. The article underscores the pivotal role of Saudi Arabia in maintaining regional stability, shaping OPEC policy, and balancing energy relations with other Arab states. Finally, it demonstrates that the Persian Gulf’s energy security is not only an economic issue but also a critical determinant of regional stability and global geopolitical dynamics.
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