Ahaad al-Amoudi: Imagining Saudi Past and Future through Art
Ahaad’s recent work is ethnographic in nature, using traditions and culture to inform and map the rapid changes taking place in Saudi Arabia.
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After the Vanity Fair: Trials and Tribulations of Dubai Expo 2020
Dubai is the first city in the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia to host such a world event as Expo 2020.
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Beyond the Spectacle: An Urban Assessment of Louvre Abu Dhabi
On Nov. 11, Louvre Abu Dhabi opened its doors after a long and arduous construction process that survived an economic crisis, a financial downturn, post-Arab Spring turmoil, and all sorts of technical delays
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Gulf Curators: Expanding the Visibility of Gulf Artists
The career of curating is new to the Gulf, though the role of a curator is not.
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Gulf Arts and Culture Symposium: The New Dynamism in Gulf Arts Panel
Panelists explore the transformation of arts and culture in the Gulf under the influence of a new media-savvy generation, and state investment in new arts industries.
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The UAE’s Emergence as a Hub for Contemporary Art
In the past decade, the UAE has emerged as a regional arts center with global reach, shaped by the efforts and achievements of individuals and institutions and influenced by geopolitical events.
Trump’s Gulf Trip Should Prove a Big Win-Win for All Parties
Gulf Arab states can solidify ties with Washington, while Trump stands to benefit personally and politically.
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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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