Will change in the US leadership impact businesses in the Middle East?

  • Date: 09-Nov-2020
  • Source: Gulf Business
  • Sector:Economy
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Will change in the US leadership impact businesses in the Middle East?

With Joe Biden now elected to become the 46th President of the United States following a tough battle with Donald Trump, the focus has now moved to what the new leadership will mean for international policies.

Biden has vowed to change many of his predecessor's policies on issues ranging from climate change to immigration.

Looking specifically at his policies related to the Middle East, Biden has said that he will attempt to restore the nuclear deal with Iran - signed during the Obama era - which Trump pulled out of. He has also pledged to increase his support for the Palestinian cause.

"The only major difference in the Middle East between a Trump or Biden presidency would be in Iran relations, where Biden would try to return to the