Lebanon and the Gulf Monarchies: An Increased Dependance

For the past 50 years, relationships between Lebanon and the Arabian Peninsula have been considerably strengthened and numerous Lebanese citizens have found jobs in the region, some making considerable profits. Conversely, for Arabs from the Gulf, Lebanon is a haven for tourism and investment, especially in the real estate sector. These intense connections raise the question of an increased economic dependency, subject to changing oil prices and geopolitical contingencies. Intensifying migrat...