I thought this write-up by Jawad Anani in Beirut's Al-Hayat was interesting, giving a view that is external to US politics:
The bottom line:
"Under these circumstances, "Dubai Ports" put forth many proposals to entrust the management to Americans only and to leave the security aspects for the US States and cities, where these ports are located. Amid the unwavering vociferous outcry, the corporation found itself obliged to withdraw and offer its shares for sale.
Even though the US President has understood the bad message such step will convey, especially to the so-called US friends and allies, the damage is already done and cannot be reversed. This lesson comes to remind us, we the Arabs, that the United States only wants us to deposit our funds at its banks or smoothly invest them in some hotels and real estates.
Adventurism and entrepreneurship characterizing Dubai's investments unveil the real intentions and double standards the US representatives adopt in dealing with the Arabs and their causes.
Still, such hardship may prove to be beneficial. It is time now to muster the political will to invest in Arab projects. By brandishing this slogan, we do not the least reject openness to the United States. But, in this vast world, we must give top priority to the neighbors. So must the United States".
T.
