Number: RL34322 Title: The Gulf Security Dialogue and Related Arms Sale Proposals Authors: Christopher M. Blanchard and Richard F. Grimmett, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division Abstract: This report describes the structure and objectives of the Gulf Security Dialogue; briefly assesses its regional implications; summarizes related proposed arms sales; provides an overview of congressional notification and review procedures; and analyzes recent related activity in the Administration and Congress. Pages: 18 Date: October 8, 2008