An Analysis of the Gender Gap in GCC Educational Attainment
This paper investigates gender disparities in educational attainment across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries using data from recent rounds of internationally benchmarked assessments (TIMSS and PIRLS). Contrary to global trends where boys typically outperform girls in mathematics and show parity in science, GCC countries exhibit a persistent and sizable gap favoring girls across grades […]
Arab Public Libraries and Socioeconomic Development
This paper examines the role of public libraries in fostering socioeconomic development, with a focus on the Arab world. Drawing on historical examples and contemporary empirical literature, it outlines the multidimensional benefits libraries provide – including educational advancement, economic stimulation, social cohesion, and public health support. While robust micro-level evidence exists globally, Arab countries have […]
The Impact of Maritime Navigation Threats in Bab al-Mandab and the Red Sea on the Security of the Arabian Gulf States
The study, titled “The Impact of Maritime Navigation Threats in Bab al-Mandab and the Red Sea on the Security of the Arabian Gulf States”, prepared by a group of researchers at the Bahrain Center for Strategic, International and Energy Studies (Derasat), provides an integrated vision of the dimensions of the impact of these threats in […]
NATO’s Strategy for Employing Artificial Intelligence in Defense
Artificial intelligence has become one of the most important indicators of a nation’s military strength, given the massive and rapid advancements in this field. This study, “NATO’s Strategy for Employing Artificial Intelligence in Defense,” prepared by Dr. Chloe Berger, an Assistant Professor at the National Defense College in the United Arab Emirates, analyzes NATO’s […]
Analysis of International Best Practices in Effective Resource Management with Reflections on Arabian Gulf Countries
This study supports the commitment in achieving sustainable development goals within the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, as there is a trend toward adopting effective waste management practices to reduce environmental impact and mitigate the effects of climate change. The report further highlights the lessons learned from successful waste management policies in several countries, selected […]
Between the US and Finland: Different Educational Systems and Their Impacts on Developing Curricula.
An economic study that analyzes the contrasting educational systems in Finland and the United States, using the analysis to discuss how Bahrain might improve its own educational system.AbstractA consensus exists regarding the pivotal role of education in economic development. However, there is disagreement on which policies should be implemented to achieve high quality education. Finland […]
GCC: Promoting Blockchain Technology Adoption in the Financial Services Sector: Insights from Bahrain’s Experience
A study that aims to build a better understanding of how to promote blockchain adoption in the financial services sector in the GCC region.
Between the US and Finland: Different Educational Systems and Their Impacts on Developing Curricula.
An economic study that analyzes the contrasting educational systems in Finland and the United States, discussing how Bahrain might improve its own educational system.
Understanding How the Coronavirus Affects the Global Economy: A Guide for Non-Economists
An extended paper that explains to non-specialists how the coronavirus will affect the global economy. It presents detailed data on the negative impact that has occurred thus far, as well as forecasts on the future damage to the global economy.
The Global Decline in Suicide Bombing Rates: Motivation, Causes and Arab Gulf Interest
A research study on why global suicide bombing rates are decreasing, that examines the motivations for perpetrating these forms of attack and how the Arab Gulf states stand to benefit from the decline.
