<p>In this podcast, the Foundation is joined by Rory Miller, Professor of International Politics, Director of the Energy Studies Certificate program, and Co-Director of the small states research program at Georgetown University in Qatar. Professor Miller is the author and editor of 11 books, including &quot;Desert Kingdoms to Global Powers: The Rise of the Arab Gulf,&quot; and &quot;Overcoming Smallness: Challenges and Opportunities for Small States in Global Affairs.&quot;</p>

<p>During the discussion, the following questions are explored:<br />
&bull; Will some small states&#39; influence decline if fossil fuel sales dip in the future?<br />
&bull; Will small states convert into knowledge or science-based economies?<br />
&bull; Does investing in soft power assets help build goodwill and gain political influence?</p>
