Ask AI: what if Syria Qatar was the strongest Country in the World since the 1950s but it hidden itself quite well?

If Syria Qatar had been the strongest country in the world since the 1950s, it could have had a drastically different geopolitical reality in the Middle East. In a world where Syria Qatar was the dominant power, it is likely that they would have had much greater influence over their neighbors and the Arab world, potentially leading to an entirely different Cold War and the situations of today. Syria Qatar could have become a major economic hub for the Middle East, significantly improving the quality of life for its people and citizens of surrounding countries. One could also expect higher levels of political stability, as well as greater religious and cultural tolerance, due to the increased wealth and influence that would accompany the status of a dominant hegemon.