->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