Society
Sep 25, 2023
The Regime’s Revenge: Iranian Repression Prevails, Causes More Citizens to Migrate
The regime’s failure to create an open and prosperous society for Iranians is leading Iran’s richest and brightest to reconsider their future in their country.

Sep 12, 2023
AI Offers a New Path for Personalized Education in Bahrain
AI, particularly large language models, could lay the foundation for a more technologically harmonized and effective educational framework in Bahrain.

Aug 31, 2023
Present Pasts: Preserving Modern Architecture in Abu Dhabi
Through its Modern Heritage Initiative, Abu Dhabi has set itself apart from other urban centers in the UAE and region.

Jul 5, 2023
Smart and Sustainable: The Gulf Goes All in on Tech Cities
Saudi and Emirati leaders hope smart cities will be the key to advancing their countries’ global status in smart technology and sustainability while also developing the means to diversify their economies away from oil.

Jun 22, 2023
Football’s Coming Home: Saudi League and Fan Base Get a Big Boost
The Saudi Public Investment Fund’s recent moves in golf and football showcase Saudi Arabia’s increasing interest in turning sports into a cornerstone of the kingdom’s transformation agenda.

May 25, 2023
Gulf Women Closing Ranks in Security and Diplomacy
Although the entry of women into the Gulf’s diplomatic and military ranks was slower than elsewhere, the region is in the midst of a sweeping transformation, largely due to top-down policies and social shifts.

May 9, 2023
With Major Tourism Projects, Saudi Arabia Pushes for Place on Global Tourism Map
Tourism is helping to reposition and reshape Saudi Arabia as it diversifies its economy away from a reliance on oil.

May 3, 2023
The Son Also Rises: The One-Year Anniversary of Mohammed bin Zayed’s Presidency
Balancing family and state-federal dynamics while staying in line with regional tendencies on succession, Mohammed bin Zayed names his son Khaled crown prince.
