Bahrain Beyond The Iran War
For those on the ground in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), watching the Iran conflict up close has been nothing short of a life-changing experience. Each interception of an Iranian missile or drone reflected not just a triumph of defensive technology, but a testament to sustained human effort: military personnel, civil protection units, and operation […]
RHF launches Beneficiary Satisfaction Index in collaboration with Derasat
RHF launches Beneficiary Satisfaction Index in collaboration with Derasat Manama, Jun. 30 (BNA): The Royal Humanitarian Foundation (RHF), in collaboration with the Bahrain Center for Strategic, International and Energy Studies (Derasat), has announced the launch of its Beneficiary Satisfaction Index as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance institutional performance, improve the quality of humanitarian […]
In Coordination with the GCC General Secretariat, Derasat and the American Foreign Policy Council Officially Launch the GCC–U.S. Think Tank Strategic Dialogue
In the presence and participation of H.E. Mr. Jasem Mohamed Al Budaiwi, Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), the GCC–U.S. Think Tank Strategic Dialogue was officially launched today. The initiative is jointly organized by the Bahrain Center for Strategic, International and Energy Studies (Derasat) and the American Foreign Policy Council (AFPC), in coordination […]
In Coordination with the GCC General Secretariat, Derasat and the American Foreign Policy Council Officially Launch the GCC–U.S. Think Tank Strategic Dialogue
In the presence and participation of H.E. Mr. Jasem Mohamed Al Budaiwi, Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), the GCC–U.S. Think Tank Strategic Dialogue was officially launched today. The initiative is jointly organized by the Bahrain Center for Strategic, International and Energy Studies (Derasat) and the American Foreign Policy Council (AFPC), in coordination […]
The U.S. Secretary of State’s Gulf Tour: Timing and Implications
At the conclusion of his Gulf tour, which included the United Arab Emirates, the State of Kuwait, and the Kingdom of Bahrain, His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of the Kingdom—may God protect and preserve him—received U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. During the meeting, they “the importance of adhering to the […]
Resilient Urbanism and Regional Security in the Arabian Gulf
For years, Arabian Gulf cities have been built around a central promise: efficiency. Governments have invested heavily in digital governance, artificial intelligence, interconnected infrastructure, smart mobility systems, and automated public services. The smart city has become closely associated with modernization itself. Recent developments in the region have further highlighted the importance of strengthening resilience alongside […]
Electrifying the Arabian Gulf’s Next Decade
The global energy system is evolving in ways that indicate electricity will play an increasingly important role in economic development. As countries seek to strengthen energy security, improve industrial competitiveness, and reduce emissions; reliable and affordable electricity is becoming more central to transportation, industry, digital infrastructure, and emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence. In its […]
The Crisis of Grand Strategy in the West
Contemporary Western political systems are the result of centuries of gradual evolution. At various times during the modern era, countries such as France and Germany have been able to coordinate all available instruments of power – military, economic, and diplomatic – under the umbrella of a coherent long-term “grand strategy”. However, during the last 50 […]
The Royal Vision for Further Gulf Integration
His Excellency Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain and Chairman of the current session of the Ministerial Council of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), presided over the Council’s 167th session, held in the Kingdom of Bahrain on June 10, 2026. Given the significance of the content […]
The Lebanese Question: An Analysis of the State’s Transformations and the Path to Recovery
On March 3, 2025, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun’s plane touched down in the Saudi capital, Riyadh, marking his first foreign visit since his election as president in January of that year. At the time, that visit carried clear implications of a new Lebanese direction, reflecting an awareness of the importance of strengthening Lebanon’s ties to […]
