Simulation and Crisis Management: A Strategic Vision
The vital part simulation plays in preparing for defence and asymmetric threats is discussed in another follow up article to the recent Middle East Military Technology Conference 2019 (MEMTEC).
A Pivotal Role for Bahrain in Securing Maritime Security
Following the US-led maritime security meeting hosted by Bahrain last week, Dr. Ashraf Keshk considers Bahrain’s role in the coalition and in broader maritime alliances.
Gulf States Security Important to Regional Power Balance
The importance of national security of all Gulf States as a means to achieve regional power balance is explored in this article by Dr Ashraf Keshk.
Planning for Crisis
The importance of planning for potential security crises in the region is important so that situations can be detected early and to ensure a rapid response. Dr. Ashraf Keshk discusses the strategic value of crisis management planning and of the need to prepare for eventualities ahead of time.
A Strategic Vision for Maritime Security in the Gulf States
In a recent newspaper article, Dr. Ashraf Keshk discusses Bahrain’s latest move to join the US-led Alliance to protect Maritime Corridors in the region and looks at the likely activities and impacts of the Gulf States role in the alliance.
Bahrain will Survive Global Financial Crisis
In a recent interview with Al Watan, Ghada Abdulla explains why Bahrain will be resilient in face of any potential global recession.
Saudi Oil Attacks – NATO’s role
Following the recent attacks on Saudi oil installations, is there a role for NATO? Dr. Ashraf Keshk looks into the policies framing how NATO might get involved in regional crises.
US & EU Perspectives on Iranian Threats
How do EU and US perspectives converge and diverge with regards to Iranian threats? Dr. Ashraf Keshk delves into the complexities of current agreements and alliances between the US and EU states and their impact on policies towards Iran.
How Saudi Arabia can protect itself from a US recession
Analysts are concerned that the US economy is heading toward a recession. In a recent article in Al Arabiya, Dr. Omar Al Ubaydli suggests that Saudi policymakers should prepare for the fallout by continuing to diversify the economy away from oil, while building links to ensure good relations with the next US administration, regardless of political party.
How Saudi Arabia has increased female employment, and why the country benefits
In the last five years especially, the government of Saudi Arabia has taken substantive steps to get women into the workforce. Dr. Omar Al Ubaydli notes that ‘the variety and depth of the reforms is remarkable, and indicates a methodical approach to reversing one of the lowest rates in the world’ ……..
