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West’s interference

West’s interference

Q Questions Access to oil has often been said to be the primary driving force behind the West’s interference in Middle Eastern affairs. In your opinion, is this true? Explain your reasoning. Cite examples if you can. In your opinion, how effective has the "oil weapon" been for Middle Eastern states in terms of shaping their relations with the West compared to regional neighbors? Explain your reasoning. Cite examples if you can.

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1. It is a matter of true fact that the primary driving forces behind the West’s interference in Middle eastern affairs. The share of the Middle East has proven the reserve of oil industry and it is not shrinking. Middle Eastern oil is also cheaper to produce if compared with the other region of oil production across the world. It has been observed that the oil industry is tremendously competitive in nature and the competitive market is situated where there are several small firms producing oil.