7.8C Tensions in the middle-east

Cards (3)

  • ->Tensions in the region are an ongoing challenge for superpowers and emerging powers, a situation exacerbated by the fact that current estimates state that 80% of the proven oil reserves are in the region
    • With rising demands for energy it is important for superpowers and emerging powers to maintain:
    • Stability within the region as far as possible
    • Relations with the nations in the Middle East
  • -> Middle-east tensions can be divided into:
    • Cultural - between religious or ethnic groups
    • Political attempts to increase political influence in the region
    • Economic - conflict over resources
    • Environmental - the impact of conflicts and exploitation of resources on the environment
    • The contrasting cultural ideologies between nations were clear in the run up and during the Qatar 2022 World Cup
    • Many protests were made against the World Cup being held in a country that didn't have the same cultural ideologies as Western countries such as the US and EU nations