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• Diversification remains the order of the day
• Some observers fear the pace of political reform has slowed and that the Shia are not being involved enough
• The government is taking action to ensure there are enough jobs - -
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Little state knows it must dream large
The kingdom has to deal with both external competition and internal dissent, says Andrew England
Economy: Diversification is urgent as oil price slides
The country hopes to weather the storm, says Robin Wigglesworth
Industry: ‘Our small size makes us nimble’
Every opportunity must be used to advantage, writes Sharmila Devi
Financial services: Island faces stiff local competition
The opening of the Saudi Arabian economy poses a threat, says Robin Wigglesworth
Politics: Opposition is outspoken and frustrated
Shia are concerned that democratic change may have slowed, reports Andrew England
Education: Training drive aims to avert skills shortage
Reforms have been started to upgrade the workforce, reports Sharmila Devi
Batelco: Telecoms group desperate to expand from its niche
The company needs a way to grow, says Sharmila Devi
Labour reform: More jobs for locals will soon be required
The government is struggling to head off unemployment, writes Sharmila Devi
Community relations: Hidden majority wants to be drawn into the mainstream
Observers warn that disaffection among the Shia may worsen, says Andrew England
Foreign affairs: Eager to play a balancing role in the region
Andrew England says the country, despite its small size, is trying to influence the region
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