1 “... and strategically central to geopolitical rivalry. At the same time, rapid political, social, and environmental...”

2 “... with inevitable ideological clashes and a degree of sectarian rivalry, these links helps produce vibrant...”

3 Table of Contents: “...1 Governance of water resources Introduction -- 1.1 Resource access, rivalries and property domains...”

4 “... and political issues in the region: military competition, maritime governance, strategic alliances and rivalries...”