The year 2011 is one of preparation and postponement, as Washington, Beijing and Moscow -- among several others -- are already looking to elections and leadership changes in 2012. The uncertainty of next year affects the actions of this year. One of the biggest questions in 2011 concerns Iraq. 

Annual

The most important question in the Persian Gulf is the degree to which the United States will draw down its forces in the region. 

Forecasts

2011 Annual Forecast

The year 2011 is one of preparation and postponement, as Washington, Beijing and Moscow -- among several others -- are already looking to elections and leadership changes in 2012. The uncertainty of next year affects the actions of this year. One of the biggest questions in 2011 concerns Iraq.

ANNUAL FORECASTS

2011 Annual Forecast

Overview

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