https://cirdjournals.com/index.php/dej <p><strong>Developing Economy Journal (DEJ)</strong> is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal that focuses on research, analysis, and policy discussions related to the economies of developing nations. The journal serves as a platform for scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and development experts to share their insights, innovative methodologies, and comprehensive studies on the multifaceted issues faced by developing economies.</p> <p>The editorial board of DEJ comprises distinguished scholars, researchers, and development experts with extensive expertise in economics and development studies. The board is committed to maintaining the journal's high standards of academic excellence and scholarly rigor. DEJ employs a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure the publication of high-quality and reliable research. Each manuscript is evaluated by at least two independent reviewers with expertise in the relevant field. The journal adheres to strict ethical standards in publishing and requires all studies to comply with ethical guidelines</p> <p> </p> CIRD Publication en-US Developing Economy Journal https://cirdjournals.com/index.php/dej/article/view/1360 <p>Yemen’s instability is almost as old as the country and has been linked by many local and international observers to a long history of political strife, poverty and violence. This study examined Saudi Arabia-Iran relations and political instability in Yemen. The specific objective was to investigate if the struggle between Saudi Arabia and Iran for spheres of influence led to the escalation of the Yemeni conflict. To this end, the zero-sum model of game theory was adopted as our framework of analysis. Data from secondary sources were relied upon for this study and the findings showed that the struggle between Saudi Arabia and Iran for spheres of Influence led to the escalation of the Yemeni conflict. The study recommended that there is need for the United Nations and Arab League to take the lead role in managing the Yemeni civil war and put in deterrent measures to prevent violent escalation of the conflict by external actors, particularly Saudi Arabia, Iran and their allies</p> Cosmas Chinweze AGBO Raymond ADIBE UKWUEZE UKWUEZE Copyright (c) 2025 Developing Economy Journal 2025-11-04 2025-11-04 11 11 1 8