This page comprises all studies, analyses and activities pertaining to the Covid-19 pandemic.
This Experts' Bulletin on July 1st, discussed different distance learning techniques and featured Derasat analyst, Ghada Abdulla.
Dr. Omar Al-Ubaydli participated in a TRENDS Research & Advisory (UAE) online panel discussion on June 30th, 2020, regarding the impact of Covid-19 on the global economy.
An article that explores whether there is a health vs. economy trade-off when dealing with Coronavirus.
An article that elaborates as to whether women can be proved better leaders than men during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations and the Dubai Public Policy Research Center (b'huth) convened a discussion exploring the impact of social distancing on society titled 'Life within Six Feet'. The panel included Derasat Head of Research, Dr. Omar Al Ubaydli.
A Derasat Virtual Think Talk that looked at how the GCC countries have managed the Corona crisis with a focus on the unique challenges faced and featuring an expert panel.
The Corona crisis has brought crisis management back into the spotlight - this article summarizes the efforts of GCC countries and looks at lessons learned.
As Covid-19 rapidly spread around the world, Bahrain enacted an early preventative and preparatory phase. In this article, Dr. Sh. Abdulla bin Ahmed Al Khalifa summarizes Bahrain's response, highlighting the crucial role attributed to teamwork and public engagement.
A world post- Corona: an article that examines the strategic priorities of states post Corona crisis and the inevitable link to a vaccine.
This Experts' Bulletin highlighted tensions between the United States and China and at the strategic competition that will define international relations for decades ahead, featuring Derasat analyst, Mahmood Abdul Ghaffar.
The implications of the Corona crisis on the Intelligence Services worldwide are considered in this article, along with the challenges and potential changes required.
An article in, 'Araa Magazine', raises important questions with regards to the NATO and EU goal to refrain from turning the Corona health crisis into a security crisis.
Developments in the oil markets since the start of Covid-19 crisis and outlooks for the remainder of 2020 were discussed during the regular Experts' Bulletin with analyst, Abdulaziz Al Doseri.
The second in our Expert's Bulletin webinar series was held on Thursday 21st May, 2020, with Dr. Omar Al-Ubaydli, who discussed the dilemma for policymakers when balancing decisions between economic survival and public health.
Throughout history, armies have had an important role to play during crises and disasters; in this article their dominant role and capabilities to combat the Corona crisis are explored.
This webinar held on Monday 18th May at 12.30pm, and presented by Dr. Ashraf Keshk, forms part of Derasat's 'Expert Bulletin' online webinar series, giving expert updates on how the Covid-19 pandemic is impacting the world around us.
A strategic report that aims to analyze the course of international relations beyond the Coronavirus crisis and options for the GCC countries.
Analysing the mechanisms adopted by GCC countries in comparison to other countries, to manage the Corona pandemic crisis.
As Covid-19 rapidly spread around the world, Bahrain enacted an early preventative and preparatory phase. In his recent article in OurWorld magazine, Dr. Sh. Abdulla bin Ahmed Al Khalifa summarizes Bahrain's response, highlighting the crucial role attributed to teamwork and public engagement.
The pre-occupation of countries around the world with efforts to combat the Covid-19 pandemic raises some important questions about the mechanisms of international collective action.
