Security Factors behind the Decline in the US-Gulf States Relations

Abstract

The Gulf Cooperation Council states “GCCs” have been an important partner of the United States for decades, sharing strong economic and political ties. Ho wever, recent years have seen a decline in these relations, with tension s escalating between the two. This has been further complicated by political instability in the Gulf region, including ongoing conflicts in Yemen and Syria. Th is article explored the security factors behind this decline and the cha llenges faced in navigating this complex relationship and examined the current situation of Gulf States-U.S. relations from the global security point of vi ew. It turns out that the main reasons for the decline are divided int o groups of security factors: regional and military security, economic security, and international security. The article then discussed the impact of the decline on the world order, including a shift in power dynamics and creating opportunities for other actors, such as Iran, Russia, and China, to increase their influence in the region. The article concluded by recommending that U.S. foreign policymakers need to review relations with the GCCs and formulate ne w strategies that keep pace with contemporary events and achieve the interests of both partners.