Qatar's World Cup and Public Art: Expanding the Field of Dialogue
As Qatar gears up to host the FIFA World Cup in November, Qatar Museums is ensuring that visitors get a taste of the country’s cultural scene through new public art installations.
Saudi Arabia’s National Day(s): An Evolving State-Formation Narrative
National day celebrations have become a crucial element in the ongoing construction of Saudi Arabia’s national narrative, highlighting the centrality of the ruling family and its legacy in the establishment of the state.
What If Ayatollah Khamenei Had Not Been Resurrected From His “Death Bed”?
No matter who succeeds the supreme leader, the IRGC will be the most likely kingmaker.
Events
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Succession in Iran: Who Will Be the Next Supreme Leader?
On September 22, AGSIW hosted a discussion on political succession in Iran.
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Millennial Gulf
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Oman and the Power of Music as a Cultural Diplomacy Tool
The Omani hit song “Amatiyah” is promoting Omani culture and heritage to a global audience.
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Blog Posts
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The Pandemic is Dwindling, but Iran’s Politicization of the Coronavirus Has Taken Its Toll
The Iranian government’s idiosyncratic response to the health emergency and its ideological handling of the immunization plans still resonates with many as the symptom of a broader malaise: the perception that to the government, politics supersede Iranian lives.
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Next Gen Gulf
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The UAE Looks to the Stars
The United Arab Emirates is turning to its space program to position itself as a hub for advanced technology, diversify the economy away from oil, and rekindle space culture among young Emiratis.
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Iran Media Review
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Iran Media Review
AGSIW’s Iran Media Review monitors, translates, and reviews critical Persian-language media sources identifying important developments and trends in the Islamic Republic of Iran..
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Kuwait’s New Doctrine
Kuwait’s “new doctrine” has the potential to usher in a new era. It can either lead to radical change for the better, further decay, or entrenchment of the deadlocked status quo.
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What Did Biden's Trip Achieve for the United States and Its Middle East Partners?
On July 19, AGSIW hosted a discussion examining President Joseph R. Biden Jr.'s visit to Israel, the occupied Palestinian territories, and Saudi Arabia and considering implications for relations with the United States' partners in the region.
Series
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Looking East: The China-Gulf Initiative
A new AGSIW initiative exploring the expanding and multifaceted relations between China and Gulf Arab states.
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Building Bridges of Understanding
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Through its careful examination of the forces shaping the evolution of Gulf societies and the new generation of emerging leaders, AGSIW facilitates a richer understanding of the role the countries in this key geostrategic region can be expected to play in the 21st century.
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