United Arab Emirates

  • Oct 5, 2021
  • 7 min read

Struggling Mideast states will call on Arab identity

Although the dream of Arab unity has been dead for decades, it still influences regional politics

Middle East
  • Oct 1, 2021
  • 2 min read

The much-needed Dubai Expo economic boost may falter

A lavish opening ceremony has marked the launch of the Middle East’s pandemic-delayed first international Expo

United Arab Emirates
  • Sep 27, 2021
  • 7 min read

Abu Dhabi will pivot to ‘soft power’ security policies

After decades of often-controversial interventions, the Emirati leadership is taking a new approach on military issues

United Arab Emirates
  • Sep 14, 2021
  • 2 min read

Investors may manage new Emirati job requirements

Amid a mounting push for foreign business, in competition with Saudi Arabia, new quotas for nationals carry risks

United Arab Emirates
  • Sep 9, 2021
  • 2 min read

Iranian-Emirati outreach underlines regional shifts

Foreign relations among Gulf countries are in a low-key state of flux

United Arab Emirates
  • Sep 6, 2021
  • 2 min read

Long-term Emirati economic ambitions are serious

A grand five-decade economic project launches with more attractive visas for desirable foreign entrepreneurs

United Arab Emirates
  • Aug 25, 2021
  • 7 min read

COVID-19 controls across the Gulf tighten regime grip

The Gulf states have taken several steps to prevent misinformation from undermining the public health response

Gulf states
  • Aug 25, 2021
  • 7 min read

Turkish-Emirati easing will miss full rapprochement

The meeting is another sign of Turkey seeking engagement instead of confrontation to reduce its international isolation

Turkey