Five Challenges to Achieving Maritime Security in the Arabian Gulf
I have referred in several previous articles to the threats to maritime security in the Arabian Gulf states, each linked to a specific event. However, the persistent question remains: despite regional and international efforts to address these threats, they continue to exist and even escalate. This occurs in a time when the global reliance on […]
On the occasion of the release of the book “The Sultanate of Oman and the Kingdom of Bahrain: A Shared History and a Promising Future”
His Excellency Dr. Sheikh Abdullah bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Bahrain Center for Strategic, International, and Energy Studies (Derasat), praised the historic and distinguished Bahraini-Omani relations, which continue to witness progress and growth as a model of close, renewed fraternal and strategic […]
Derasat Center hosts a lecture on Open Science
The Bahrain Center for Strategic, International, and Energy Studies (Derasat) hosted, as part of its “Think Talk” series, a lecture titled “Empowering Transformation: The Role of Open Science in the Digital Age”. The event, held at Derasat’s headquarters in Awali on Wednesday, 15 January 2025, featured Dr. Omar Ahmad Al-Ubaydli, Derasat’s Director of the Studies […]
Empowering Transformation: The Role of Open Science in the Digital Age
The Bahrain Center for Strategic, International and Energy Studies (Derasat) hosted, as part of its “Think Talk” series, a lecture titled “Empowering Transformation: The Role of Open Science in the Digital Age”. The event, held at Derasat’s headquarters in Awali on Wednesday, 15 January 2025, featured Dr. Omar Ahmad Al-Ubaydli, Derasat’s Director of the Studies […]
U.S. President Trump and Regional Security Developments
On January 20, 2025, Donald Trump will be inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States. Although Trump has previously served as president, giving him comprehensive knowledge of regional security developments in the Middle East, the current regional landscape leaves researchers with little certainty about the constants and variables that will define Trump’s approach. […]
Pliny the Elder… and the Pearl Route
Few writings have delved into the personality of Pliny the Elder, despite his status as one of the most renowned and prolific writers of his time. His contributions to science were monumental, consisting of numerous volumes that formed an encyclopedia. This work drew from diverse sources and addressed various fields. Notably, Pliny’s scientific writings mention […]
Launching a Technical and Research Partnership Between Derasat Center and the Ministry of Electricity and Water Affairs
The “relationship of mutual influence between regional and global security” was the strategic theme of the 20th Manama Dialogue on Security, organized by the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) from December 6–8, 2024. The event witnessed significant participation, including 63 government delegations and a large number of direct attendees. Despite the diversity of session […]
Trump and NATO: What Impact on the Middle East?
In November 2024, Mark Rutte, the new Secretary General of NATO, congratulated U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, expressing his eagerness to work with him again to strengthen peace through power within the Alliance. However, the congratulatory message also included references to global challenges facing NATO countries, such as Russia, terrorism, competition with China, and partnerships among […]
Derasat Center in 2024: Scientific and Research Achievements, Development Projects, and Sustainable Local and International Partnerships
Throughout 2024, Derasat Center continued its scientific, research, and intellectual programs and projects within the context of constructive local and international partnerships. These efforts solidified its position as a leading regional research institution and an active partner for various national organizations. Derasat provided in-depth studies, research, intellectual dialogues, and pioneering development projects in collaboration with […]
Launching a Research Partnership Between Derasat Center and the Royal Humanitarian Foundation in Research and Development Fields
His Excellency Dr. Sheikh Abdullah bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Bahrain Center for Strategic, International, and Energy Studies (Derasat), affirmed that the pioneering initiatives launched by the Kingdom of Bahrain in support of humanitarian and relief efforts and in promoting the […]
