The Resilience of Royalism: Exploring the Arab Monarchies (original) (raw)

This paper examines the resilience of royalism among Arab monarchies post-Arab Spring, presenting two primary reasons for their enduring stability. First, the reliance on oil revenue fosters strong patronage networks and social compliance through material benefits. Second, continuous support from the United States has reinforced these authoritarian regimes, reflecting a strategic interest in maintaining stable access to oil. Through an analysis of the Gulf Cooperation Council and subsequent policy initiatives, the paper highlights the proactive measures taken by monarchies to safeguard their regimes amidst regional upheaval.