The Gulf's New De-Escalation Foreign Policy Among World Powers

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In this episode, our host Jonathan Fulton is joined by esteemed guest Mohammed Baharoon to discuss the shifting dynamics of Gulf countries’ foreign policies– which see the world order based on interconnectedness, not polarity.

From the focus on developmental issues and sustainable economies to the changing perspectives on security and power, our experts explore the implications and potential solutions to foster stability in the region, including China’s support for GCC-Iran normalization, Turkey's improving relations with the UAE and Saudi Arabia, and the Abraham Accords.

Join us as we tackle crucial topics such as the impact of China’s presence in Africa, the concept of de-escalation as a security strategy, and the evolving landscape of geopolitics in the region and the new Gulf of de-escalation.

Takeaways:
The Gulf's Shift Towards De-Escalation and Development in Foreign Policy
African Nations: Resources, Youth, and the Impact of Foreign Influence
Evolving Notions of Security and Power: A Changing Perspective
The Changing Geopolitical Landscape of Asia
Gulf Nations' Complex Ties with Global Powers
Pursuing Rapprochement and De-Escalation in International Relations
The UAE's Focus on Development and Collaborative Initiatives
The Growing African Community in the Emirates
Geopolitical Considerations and Africa's Emerging Opportunities


Quotes:
"There is no one-size-fits-all solution to resolving conflicts. Each situation requires a nuanced understanding and a tailored approach." - Mohammed Baharoon


"Fostering access, connectivity, and de-escalation is the new approach to address security concerns, shifting away from military solutions" – Mohammed Baharoon


Featured in the Episode:
Jonathan Fulton

Nonresident Senior Fellow for Middle East Programs at the Atlantic Council. Assistant Professor of Political Science at Zayed University in Abu Dhabi

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Mohammed Baharoon
Director General, Dubai Public Policy Research Centre - B'huth

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Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
02:02 - Shifting from Security to De-Escalation Strategy
05:28 - Abrahamic Accords: A Shift into Identity Conflict
07:59 - Cooperation for Addressing Cosmic Challenges
11:58 - Asia's Expanding Concept: India and China Included
14:56 - Gulf Countries Facing Tough Choices in Geopolitics
18:31 - Trump's Masterful Attempt to De-Escalate Korea
20:11 - Prioritizing Local Development over Power Competition
24:33 - Japan's Tech Support for Gulf's Energy Transition
28:56 - Investing in Diversification for Energy Security
30:18 - Emirates' Growing Interest in Africa's Development
35:27 - Questioning the Necessity of African Economic Development
36:45 - Seizing the Early Opportunity in West Africa's Urbanization
40:15 - Creating Safe Spaces for Interaction and Conflict Avoidance
45:56 – Outro

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