United Arab Emirates
Nov 2, 2026
Across the Red Sea: Gulf Rivalries and the Horn of Africa Security Landscape
Can Saudi-Emirati cooperation against the Houthis in Yemen narrow the divide on the Horn of Africa?
Oct 29, 2026
A Gulf-European Pathway to Middle Power AI
Gulf partnerships offer a practical way for European countries to expand capacity and diversify compute providers.
Oct 28, 2026
Who Bears the Risk in Gulf Pipeline Deals?
Gulf producers have raised billions of dollars by selling stakes in pipeline revenue while retaining ownership and operational control. But what happens when the pipelines stop working?
Oct 19, 2026
The Domestic Considerations of Gulf Sovereign Wealth Funds
The trendline of growing domestic roles for regional sovereign wealth funds is coming into sharper focus.
Oct 14, 2026
Gulf States Double Down on a Weak U.N.
Resolving conflicts in the Middle East and meeting global challenges requires international commitment and action now in short supply. So why engage?
Oct 14, 2026
From Basra 2023 to Jeddah 2026: Football, Soft Power, and Gulf Ambitions
As host of Gulf Cup 27, Saudi Arabia won its first trophy in over 20 years while demonstrating how sports can project soft power and foster connections.
Oct 9, 2026
Would the F-35 Address Saudi Arabia’s Air Defense Gaps?
If the U.S. F-35 sale goes through, it will add a new layer to Saudi airpower. But the fifth-generation fighter by itself will not address Saudi Arabia’s present and future vulnerabilities.
Oct 2, 2026
A Saudi-UAE Thaw?
The thaw between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates is likely designed to project a united front, particularly against the Houthis in Yemen.