In partnership with the Center for Contemporary Arab Studies (CCAS) at Georgetown University, we are pleased to announce the Second Gulf Studies Symposium (GSS) on April 11-12, 2025, at Georgetown University, Washington D.C. Workshop Chair application is open until August 4. Join us for workshops on economy, governance, energy, US-Gulf policy, culture, defense, and geopolitics. We welcome diverse and cutting-edge scholarship! Workshop Chair application form: https://lnkd.in/e_zcrzrt Workshop Chair guidelines: https://lnkd.in/ez5PDqXE
Gulf International Forum
Think Tanks
Washington, District of Columbia 1,211 followers
About us
Vision – Who We Are Gulf International Forum (GIF), is an independent Washington-based institute that aspires to enhance peace, progress, security, and stability in the Gulf and greater Middle East region through the open proliferation of ideas. Mission – What We Do Gulf International Forum strives to be the primary source of credible analysis on the region. Our mission revolves around enhancing understandings; engaging in free dialogue; and promoting independent thinking by building awareness and contributing to the accumulation of knowledge on the Gulf. GIF focuses on political, economic, mass communications, social, and security issues for the nine regional states: Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen. Through various educational platforms that promote research, analysis, and dialogue, GIF aspires to encourage objective intellectual debates that inform interested audiences. Approach – How We Do It - Serve as a hub for analysis of the Gulf region by hosting roundtables, panels, and conferences along with publishing articles, reviews, reports, and books. - Keeping our audiences up-to-date on current affairs. - Provide a platform for Gulf- and U.S.-based scholars and policymakers. - Air all perspectives on a given issue. - Collaborate with sister organizations to maximize knowledge; amplify audience exposure; and promote a wide array of perspectives.
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http://gulfif.org
External link for Gulf International Forum
- Industry
- Think Tanks
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Type
- Educational
- Founded
- 2017
- Specialties
- Iran, Iran, Yemen , GCC, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Oman
Locations
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1275 K St NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20005, US
Employees at Gulf International Forum
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Sinem Cengiz
Researcher
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Brooke Adams
Program/Administrative Assistant
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Nawaf Al-Thani
Columnist, Writer, and Lecturer in the fields of International Relations and Defense, focusing on the areas of Small State Security, MENA Defense…
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Trevor Filseth
Staff Reporter at The Asahi Shimbun
Updates
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Gulf International Forum reposted this
#ICYMI Check out Dr. Dania Thafer's recap of some of the ways in which #China’s presence in the region is expanding at the invitation of several #GCC states. Watch the entire SETA Foundation discussion here: https://lnkd.in/eiM59TfH
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New Dr. Samuel Ramani: "The recent wave of anti-Western military coups in #WestAfrica has given #Iran a unique opportunity to expand its partnerships there—while the #GCC states carefully consider their options." https://lnkd.in/ehF2zgBk
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#ICYMI Check out Dr. Dania Thafer's recap of some of the ways in which #China’s presence in the region is expanding at the invitation of several #GCC states. Watch the entire SETA Foundation discussion here: https://lnkd.in/eiM59TfH
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Catch up on last week's SETA Foundation panel, “Understanding the Dynamics of the Gulf Politics,” featuring Dr. Murat Aslan and our Executive Director Dr. Dania Thafer. Gain insights into some of the most pressing political, social, and economic affairs of the Gulf. https://lnkd.in/eiM59TfH
Understanding the Dynamics of the Gulf Politics
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New Dr. John Calabrese: "Facing flash floods and extreme heat, the #Gulf states find themselves fighting an uphill battle to ensure the livelihood of their citizens and the sustainability of their societies." https://lnkd.in/ey8xucvs
From Floods to Heatwaves: Navigating the Gulf's New Climate Reality - Gulf International Forum
https://gulfif.org
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🚨 Due to high interest, we've extended the application deadline to August 15th! Don't miss your chance to be a Workshop Chair for the 2025 Gulf Studies Symposium. Lead and shape key discussions! Apply now: https://lnkd.in/e_zcrzrt
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New Umud Shokri,Ph.D. "#Iran has realized the value of its vast renewable energy potential—but serious international and institutional obstacles threaten to derail #Tehran’s green energy plans before they gain momentum." https://lnkd.in/eXwjkdqA
Iran's Renewable Energy Aspirations and Geopolitical Challenges - Gulf International Forum
https://gulfif.org
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Only 2 days left to apply to be a Workshop Chair for the 2025 Gulf Studies Symposium! Seize the opportunity to lead and contribute to vital discussions. Apply by August 4th: https://lnkd.in/e_zcrzrt
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⏳Just 3 days left to apply to be a Workshop Chair for the 2025 Gulf Studies Symposium! We are seeking experts to lead workshops on Economy and Innovation, Governance and Reform, Energy Policies, U.S.-Gulf Relations, Society and Culture, Defense and Security, and Geopolitics. Don’t miss this opportunity to shape the discourse. Apply by August 4th: https://lnkd.in/e_zcrzrt
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