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United Arab Emirates

Gulf Mediation in the Ukraine Crisis

The role of Gulf Arab states in Russia-Ukraine mediation reflects their rising global influence and the benefits of hedging and balancing in foreign policy.

From left, U.S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Saudi National Security Advisor Musaad bin Mohammad al-Aiban, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, and Ukrainian Head of Presidential Office Andriy Yermak hold a meeting in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, March 11. (Saul Loeb/Pool Photo via AP)

Emirati and Saudi Ambitions for Next-Generation Fighters

The UAE and Saudi Arabia are looking to next-gen tech and ultramodern combat aircraft to give them a military edge on adversaries.

A U.S. F-35 fighter jet performs during the opening day of the Dubai Air Show, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 13, 2023. (AP Photo/Kamran Jebreili, File)

The UAE’s Humanitarian Aid Agenda

The use of pragmatic humanitarianism allows the UAE to advocate for strategies that reduce human suffering while also serving its national security interests.

A volunteer from Emirates Red Crescent prepares parcels with humanitarian aid for Gaza to be transferred through the Rafah border crossing between Egypt and the Gaza Strip, in Cairo, Egypt, March 30, 2024. (REUTERS/Shokry Hussien)

Follow the Money: Unpacking GCC Sovereign Wealth Fund Investment Activity

On January 16, AGSIW will host a discussion on the evolution of Gulf sovereign wealth fund investment.

A general view of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, January 3, 2019. (REUTERS/ Hamad I Mohammed)

Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial Boosts Arts Accessibility

The increasing investment into public art shows a commitment by Abu Dhabi to expand access to the city’s cultural offerings.

For Gulf States, Gaza War Overshadows Ukraine

The Gulf Arab states are continuing their balancing game around the war in Ukraine, though their attention is being pulled to the war in Gaza.

Book Talk: The Development of An Art History in the UAE

On December 3, AGSIW hosted a discussion on contemporary art in the United Arab Emirates.

Shaikha Al Mazrou, ‘Circuit Boards’, 2011. Mixed media. (Courtesy of the artist and the Lawrie Shabibi Gallery, Dubai)

UAE-India Green Deals Present Multilateral Opportunities

Recent agreements between the UAE and India are not only significant steps toward strengthening the bilateral partnership but also reducing the countries’ carbon footprint in the energy sector.