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Caroline Blatter 17 Oct 2022 Dubai / United Arab Emirates / Yacht Agent / Concierge Services / Middle East / About/General Information / Yacht / Boat Shows

This 2-day annual event on the 9th -10th November 2022 , run by  Superyacht Times,  aims to inform, assist and advise yachting clients and related interested parties, bringing people together as the Gulf continues to develop as a superyacht winter destination.

The Gulf region is of growing importance to the superyacht industry. Dubai has some of the biggest marina developments in the world and the annual Formula 1 event in Abu Dhabi attracts a large crowd of superyachts.

A growing number of yachts are using the UAE as a hub from where they travel further east into the Indian Ocean and beyond, to destinations like the Seychelles, Maldives, Indonesia and Thailand, and SE Asia. 

Not only is the region establishing itself as a superyacht hub, but Dubai aims to become the crypto capital of the world. With a lot of new wealth being created in this market sector, the region will also be of growing importance to yacht builders and brokers looking to engage with new clients.

Programme of Events 

Follow this link to see the  2-day programme , which has talks & seminars on the Gulf Region on Day One, and a focus on new technologies & the future for Day Two. The programme offers plenty of time for networking, with a special Gala Dinner in the evening of 10th November. 

The Gulf Superyacht Summit precedes the  SailGp Dubai Sail Grand Prix  on the 12-13th November 2022, with a 'Superyacht Summit delegate special', a unique opportunity to have a look behind the scenes at SailGP!

There is also a talk by the SailGP Team on Day Two, highlighting some of the cool and innovative things they are doing, and what the superyacht industry can learn from it.

If all this isn't enough, the Summit has arranged preferential rates to stay onboard the historic gem  Queen Elizabeth 2 , the only floating hotel in Dubai, where the Superyacht Summit is held. 

For those yachts visiting the UAE and Dubai in the coming months, we highly recommend Superyacht Middle Eas t for all Yacht Services Support. 

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Gulf Craft takes lead at Gulf Superyacht Summit

• December 1, 2023

Two of Gulf Craft’s management team spoke at this year’s Gulf Superyacht Summit in the UAE.

Gulf Superyacht Summit 2023

Gulf Craft took centre stage at this year’s Gulf Superyacht Summit, which was held at Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island in the UAE’s biggest emirate. Under the patronage of P&O Marinas, the summit highlighted the Gulf as a premier superyacht winter destination, spotlighting UAE’s marina developments and the region’s emergence as a crypto capital.

During the ‘Future of the Gulf’ panel segment, Abeer Alshaali, Gulf Craft’s Deputy Managing Director, engaged in a discussion centred on spotlighting key institutions committed to fostering greater alignment at the highest levels.

Abeer Alshaali, Deputy Managing Director of Gulf Craft

“The Gulf Superyacht Summit has grown over the years and has become a valuable platform where stakeholders come together to discuss both the specific issues of yachting in the Gulf and larger discussions affecting superyachts,” Alshaali said after the show.

“The next step is to come out of this summit with an action plan, to create a path for the industry to contribute to the economies of the Gulf countries, create jobs and grow the leisure marine ecosystem.”

Captain Patricia Caswell (centre)

Captain Patricia Caswell, Gulf Craft’s QC Manager and General Manager of Gulf Craft Services, delved into the operational facets of navigating vessels within the region during the ‘Captain Experiences: Cruising the Middle East’ panel moderated by Merijn de Waard, founder and Director of SuperYacht Times , owner of the Gulf Superyacht Summit.

Captain Caswell shared invaluable insights alongside fellow captains, shedding light on the practical experiences, challenges and nuances encountered while cruising the Gulf.

Abeer Alshaali and Captain Patricia Caswell

Founded in 1982, Gulf Craft manufacturers yachts and boats from 34-175ft across five series: Majesty, Nomad, Oryx, Silvercraft and Touring Passenger Vessels. The company operates two manufacturing plants – a 462,000sqft facility in Umm Al Quwain and a 100,000sqft facility in the Maldives – as well as a service centre in Ajman. To date, the company has built over 10,000 boats.

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SYT announces dates for the 2023 Gulf Superyacht Summit

27th Feb 2023

SuperYacht Times is pleased to announce the dates for the  Gulf Superyacht Summit . The two-day event will take place on the 22 and 23 November 2023 in Dubai.

The annual two-day summit informs, assists and advises yachting clients and related interested parties, with the goal to develop the Gulf as a leading winter superyacht destination. First launched in 2018, the  Gulf Superyacht Summit  was acquired by  SuperYacht Times  in May 2022.

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Some of the industry’s biggest names took to the stage during the event, including Peter Lürssen, CEO and Managing Partner of  Lürssen , who delivered the keynote interview alongside Merijn de Waard, Founder and Director of  SuperYacht Times . Guido Krass, Founder of  SilverYachts  and owner of  Bold , was also among the long list of speakers at the event, which included speakers from leading companies such as  MB92 ,  Sunreef Yachts ,  Oceanco ,  Amels ,  Gulf Craft ,  Burgess ,  Camper and Nicholsons ,  Sanlorenzo  and many more.

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Merijn de Waard commented, “Following the success of the 2022 edition, I am excited to announce that the  Gulf Superyacht Summit  will be returning to Dubai in November 2023. I would like to thank  P&O Marinas  for once again supporting the event as patron.”

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Hamza Mustafa, COO,  P&O Marinas , a DP World company, said: “ P&O Marinas  is pleased to be the patron of the  Gulf Superyacht Summit  for the 5th consecutive year. Owing to its growing prominence and influence across the industry, the city of Dubai remains the ideal location to host the summit and leading industry professionals to tackle existing challenges and find innovative solutions.”

Mustafa continued “The superyacht industry is rapidly growing and evolving as a relevant market in the region. More than 12.6% of the world’s superyachts are in the Middle East, and Dubai will continue to play a critical role in catering to these luxury yachts with its state-of-the-art marinas and unmatched tourism opportunities and offerings. We look forward to enabling path-breaking ideas and fostering new partnerships for a sustainable future of the regional yachting industry.”

The confirmed sponsors so far for 2023 are:  P&O Marinas ,  Lürssen ,  Al Seer Marine ,  Camper & Nicholsons ,  MB92 ,  YachtEye ,  Oceanco ,  Gulf Craft ,  Sunreef Yachts , One Melachi and  Fichte & Co .

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The event and its impressive response are reflective of the Gulf region’s growing importance in the superyacht industry, which is attracting a growing number of the global superyacht fleet. Dubai is currently seeing some of the world’s biggest marina developments and is emerging as a prime superyacht destination. Southwest of Dubai, Abu Dhabi has gained traction for hosting the annual Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Additionally, a growing number of yachts pass through the region en route to further-afield destinations in Asia, such as Seychelles, the Maldives and Indonesia.

The Gulf region is not only gaining a reputation as a superyacht hub, but in the wider sphere. For example, Dubai aspires to become the crypto capital of the world in the coming years. With wealth and interest rapidly growing in this sector of the market, the region is of increasing importance to yacht builders and brokers seeking engagement with new clients. Attendees to the  Gulf Superyacht Summit 2022  were presented with SuperYacht Times’ first  Gulf Superyacht Market Report . For this report, our Intelligence team took a deep dive into the superyacht movements in the Arabian Gulf region, as well as the market dynamics in the region. The Gulf Superyacht Market Report is available as a  free download .

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GULF CRAFT’S DUAL PANELLISTS LEAD DISCUSSIONS AT GULF SUPERYACHTS SUMMIT 2023

Gulf Craft took centre stage at the Gulf Superyacht Summit 2023. Under the patronage of P&O Marinas, the summit accentuates the Gulf as a premier superyacht winter destination, spotlighting Dubai’s marina developments and the region’s emergence as a crypto capital.

During the “Future of the Gulf” panel segment, Abeer AlShaali, Deputy Managing Director of Gulf Craft, engaged in a compelling discussion centred on spotlighting key institutions committed to fostering greater alignment at the highest levels.

Commenting on the event, AlShaali expressed:  “The Gulf Superyacht Summit has grown over the years and has become a valuable platform where stakeholders come together to discuss both the specific issues of yachting in the Gulf and larger discussions affecting superyachts as a whole. The next step is to come out of this summit with an action plan, to create a path for the industry to contribute to the economies of the Gulf countries, create jobs and grow the leisure marine ecosystem. The Superyacht Intelligence Report is a great start. Now we need a plan.”

Furthermore, Captain Patricia Caswell, Gulf Craft’s QC Manager & GM of Gulf Craft Services delved into the intricate operational facets of navigating vessels within the Gulf Region during a panel titled “Captain Experiences: Cruising the Middle East,” moderated by Merijn de Waard, Founder and director of SuperYacht Times. Captain Caswell shared invaluable insights alongside fellow captains, shedding light on the practical experiences, challenges, and nuances encountered while cruising these waters.

The noteworthy event unfolded at Hilton Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, on November 22 nd  & 23 rd  showcasing the Gulf’s escalating prominence in the global superyacht industry, with Abeer AlShaali and Captain Patricia Caswell actively contributing to vital discussions that will shape the industry’s future

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Gulf Craft's Dual Panellists Lead Discussions at Gulf Superyacht Summit 2023

Abu Dhabi; 28th November 2023 : Gulf Craft took centre stage at the Gulf Superyacht Summit 2023 . Under the patronage of P&O Marinas , the summit accentuates the Gulf as a premier superyacht winter destination, spotlighting Dubai's marina developments and the region's emergence as a crypto capital.

During the "Future of the Gulf" panel segment, Abeer AlShaali, Deputy Managing Director of Gulf Craft , engaged in a compelling discussion centred on spotlighting key institutions committed to fostering greater alignment at the highest levels.

Commenting on the event, AlShaali expressed: “The Gulf Superyacht Summit has grown over the years and has become a valuable platform where stakeholders come together to discuss both the specific issues of yachting in the Gulf and larger discussions affecting superyachts as a whole. The next step is to come out of this summit with an action plan, to create a path for the industry to contribute to the economies of the Gulf countries, create jobs and grow the leisure marine ecosystem. The Superyacht Intelligence Report is a great start. Now we need a plan.”

Furthermore, Captain Patricia Caswell, Gulf Craft’s QC Manager & GM of Gulf Craft Services delved into the intricate operational facets of navigating vessels within the Gulf Region during a panel titled "Captain Experiences: Cruising the Middle East," moderated by Merijn de Waard, Founder and director of SuperYacht Times. Captain Caswell shared invaluable insights alongside fellow captains, shedding light on the practical experiences, challenges, and nuances encountered while cruising these waters.

The noteworthy event unfolded at Hilton Yas Island , Abu Dhabi, on November 22 nd & 23 rd showcasing the Gulf's escalating prominence in the global superyacht industry, with Abeer AlShaali and Captain Patricia Caswell actively contributing to vital discussions that will shape the industry's future.

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Gulf Superyacht Summit 2023

The Gulf Superyacht Summit recently concluded its second edition at the Hilton Abu Dhabi, Yas Island, in November. Under the esteemed patronage of P&O Marinas, the two-day summit aimed to enlighten, assist, and advise yachting enthusiasts and stakeholders. The overarching goal was to position the Gulf as a premier winter superyacht destination.

Abdullatif Kanoo of The Kanoo Group, who attended and graced the summit, said, “We are very grateful for the summit's initiatives, including a superyacht strategy encompassing industry requirements, destination appeal, and regulatory ease that highlighted how we could further assist Kanoo Yacht Services to its full potential in offering unmatched services for superyachts in the region. The emphasis placed on addressing challenges, leveraging opportunities, and championing sustainable practices and amenities for the yacht industry's sustainable growth is essential for our industry to be able to fully deliver top-notch services."

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The yachting landscape has undergone a profound transformation in the last decade, witnessing an influx of larger and more renowned yachts. Industry experts foresee tremendous potential in the region, provided the GCC harmonizes rules and regulations to facilitate seamless cruising across borders.

Angelo Marcantonio, Commercial Manager at Kanoo Shipping, said, “Over the past seven years, the Middle East has witnessed a staggering increase in superyachts (30 m+) presence, with 150 forecasted maxi yachts gracing its waters in 2023. This nearly twofold rise in yachts broadcasting AIS signals signifies a burgeoning interest in the region. Recognizing this great potential in the region, Kanoo Yacht Services offers seamless yacht services catering to yachts and mega-yachts, ensuring smooth operations in the whole Middle East and beyond.”

“The Middle East's allure as a superyacht haven lies in its favorable geography and extensive cruising season, spanning from October to May,” said John Drinkwater, Vice President of Kanoo Shipping. “Beyond this, the Middle East's rich history, vibrant culture, and diverse recreational offerings solidify its position as a destination for unforgettable recreation. Collaborative efforts among GCC states to standardize regulations, streamline visa processes, and enhance infrastructure further attract high-net-worth individuals,” he added.

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26 th Feb 2024

VI BRICS Youth Energy Summit

September 27-28, moscow, russia.

Lastly updated: 17 July, 2024

The place where youth talks energy and drives action for BRICS countries and their partners

Welcome to russia.

BRICS is an intergovernmental alliance of 10 countries: Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, United Arab Emirates, Brazil, China, Egypt, Ethiopia, India and Iran.

The motto of Russia’s BRICS chairmanship in 2024 is “Strengthening Multilateralism for Equitable Global Development and Security.”

The priorities of the Russian Federation include cooperation in the field of science and research, high-tech, healthcare, energy, ecology, culture, sports, youth exchanges and people-to-people dialogue.

As part of its chairmanship, Russia holds over 200 events of various levels and focuses which will take place all across Russia.

The BRICS Heads of State Summit will be held on 22-24 October 2024 in Kazan, Russia. The BRICS Youth Energy Summit will be held on 27-28 September in Moscow, Russia.

Apply as a delegate

This application form is intended for those who is interested in attending the Summit or is nominated. You can also apply here for the Energy Organizations Young Leaders’ Meeting.

Submit proposal for a side-event

This application form is intended for those who is interested in hosting an online side-event under the auspices of the Summit. The side-events can be hosted from 26 to 29 September 2024.

Since 2020, the BRICS Heads of State have mandated the BRICS Youth Energy Summit as an annual event to address the matter of youth energy cooperation.

The summit has been organized by the BRICS Youth Energy Agency and a hosting ministry of energy with a broad network of partners and stakeholders from energy community.

Along with young energy professionals and experts, the Summit is attended by senior energy leaders from BRICS countries who ensure an intergenerational dialogue.

The summit also features representatives of international organizations who in partnership with BRICS YEA drive the youth empowerment in energy domain.

In 2024, the Ministry of Energy of the Russian Federation and BRICS YEA with support of Rosatom hold the VI BRICS Youth Energy Summit. The highlight of the Summit is a presentation of the BRICS Youth Energy Outlook.

The registration and nomination of delegates will be open until August 25, 2024. The organizing committee will distribute 50 partial and full bursaries, round-trip flights, accommodation and meals at the venue. Visa support will be provided.

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For the first time, BRICS Youth Energy Agency convenes the Energy Organizations Young Leaders Meeting to discuss a broader partnership in ensuring access to opportunities for young professionals in the energy sector across international organizations, businesses, NGO and research institutions.

The sessions of the Meeting will take place at the VI BRICS Youth Energy Summit and will be open access for offline delegates of the Summit.

Participation in the Meeting will be upon invitation of the Secretariat or Expression of Interest which will be subject to approval by the Secretariat. The First Meeting will capacitate 25 young leaders of energy organizations across the BRICS region and the Global South.

The Meeting will be held on 27-28 September 2024 on the venue of the VI BRICS Youth Energy Summit.

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The Jeddah Summit: Unveiling Saudi Diplomacy’s Objectives

Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah Summit transcended the immediate goal of finding a peaceful end to Russia’s war against Ukraine. It was a platform for Riyadh to assert its rising regional role, engage in a careful balancing act, foster growing relations with China, and address security and energy concerns stemming from the conflict.

Saudi Arabia’s hosting of the Jeddah Summit marked a significant step in Riyadh’s diplomatic strategy, providing a platform for Ukraine’s peace proposal and reflecting the kingdom’s balancing act with global powers, including Russia and China. While navigating complex issues such as global security concerns and regional realignment, the summit demonstrated Saudi Arabia’s growing influence in international affairs and its nuanced approach to the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict.

On August 5, Saudi Arabia hosted a summit in its Red Sea port city of Jeddah focusing on the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. The event brought together senior representatives from more than 40 countries, including those that have maintained a position of neutrality in the competition, notably excluding Russia. While the Jeddah Summit, subsequent to the preceding Copenhagen gathering in June, did not yield a tangible declaration, it held significance by defining a fresh role for Riyadh within the persisting conflict and highlighting the expanding prominence of Riyadh on the global stage.

The stakes are high for Riyadh as it seeks to flex its diplomatic muscle in the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict. However, to fully understand the driving forces behind Riyadh’s hosting of the Jeddah Summit, one must consider the Saudi leadership’s domestic, regional, and international visions.

Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah Summit transcended the immediate goal of finding a peaceful end to Russia’s war against Ukraine. It was a platform for Riyadh to assert its rising regional role, engage in a careful balancing act, foster growing relations with China, and address security and energy concerns stemming from the conflict. By leading the path toward peace in the Ukraine-Russia conflict, Saudi Arabia sought to simultaneously increase significant economic and security leverage and maximize the diplomatic opportunities presented by this conflict.

From Regional to Global Repositioning

At the regional level, Saudi Arabia’s recalibration of diplomatic relations is evident in its sequential normalization of ties. This includes reconciliation with Qatar following the al-Ula agreement, rapprochement with Turkey, and more recently, engagement with Iran through a deal facilitated by China. These strategic moves underscore Riyadh’s deliberate realignment within the region. By effectively mitigating regional conflicts, Saudi Arabia’s parallel normalization efforts with neighboring countries harmonize with the broader international context, which is currently focused on the persistent Ukraine-Russia conflict.

Under the leadership of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MbS)—the de facto ruler of the kingdom—Riyadh is increasingly striving to position itself as a diplomatic powerhouse in the international arena. Saudi Arabia’s hosting of the Jeddah Summit served as a clear sign of its growing prominence in international affairs, adopting a multipolar approach that Saudi analyst Ali Shihabi describes . The Saudi-hosted summit was emblematic of a country that has maintained neutrality toward both Ukraine and Russia since the beginning of the conflict. Throughout the 18 months of the conflict, Israel , Turkey , Iraq , and China attempted to play such a role, and Saudi Arabia is the latest to assume this responsibility.

Riyadh’s Balancing Act

The Jeddah Summit represented Riyadh’s attempt to demonstrate the workable balance it maintains between the West and Russia. At the onset of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine last year, Saudi Arabia’s refusal to join Western sanctions against Moscow led some to perceive a siding with Russia . However, the kingdom also voted in favor of a United Nations General Assembly resolution calling for Russia to withdraw from Ukraine.

Since the Ukraine-Russia conflict began, Saudi foreign policy has strived to walk a fine line between the two conflicting sides, maintaining open dialogue channels with Kyiv and Moscow. The kingdom and Turkey played a critical role in brokering a prisoner swap process between Russia and Ukraine last year. Riyadh also invited Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to an Arab summit held in Jeddah in May and pledged a $400 million in humanitarian aid to Ukraine through agreements and a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed during Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan’s visit to Kyiv.

On the other side, both Saudi Arabia and Russia are key and influential members of OPEC+, the oil cartel that the two countries lead. Despite occasional tensions , Riyadh strives to maintain cordial relations with Russia to exert control over the global oil market. Although Saudi Arabia has benefited from the absence of sanctions against Russia and the resulting rise in oil prices, the summit represented more than just a matter of international prestige and balanced foreign policy.

Closer to ‘China-In Clubs’

Unlike at the Copenhagen summit, Saudi Arabia succeeded in bringing China to the table at the Jeddah Summit. In addition to China, representatives from three influential BRICS bloc members—Brazil, India, and South Africa—were also present, though Chinese participation held particular significance for the Kingdom. By actively participating, Beijing made a diplomatic gesture, throwing its support behind Saudi diplomacy.

China, a critical factor in facilitating an almost impossible rapprochement between Riyadh and Tehran, indicated its willingness to attend future summits. For Saudi Arabia, China’s presence symbolized the growing relationship between Riyadh and Beijing. This development aligns with Chinese diplomacy in the Middle East, which has proven successful in recent years and is welcomed by Saudi Arabia, a Gulf country that has begun gravitating toward ‘China-In Clubs,’ such as BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO).

Saudi Arabia is in an observer status exploring engagement with BRICS and is reportedly in negotiations to join the BRICS Group’s New Development Bank, seen as a counterweight to the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank. In April, Saudi Arabia became a dialogue partner in the SCO. The kingdom’s aspirations to be part of clubs where great powers convene stem from its desire to make a significant impact on the international stage. Its Vision 2030 plans necessitate close partnerships with major powers. Thus, Saudi Arabia’s hosting of the Jeddah Summit should be understood within this broader context, as it reveals what motivates Riyadh to assume the role of a mediator in the Ukraine-Russia conflict.”

Navigating Global Risks and Partnerships

Riyadh is acutely aware that prolonging an untamed war escalating out of control on the edge of Europe could be catastrophic, posing grave risks to global food security, energy security, and nuclear safety. The Saudi diplomacy seeks a stable oil market, enhanced trade relations throughout the Gulf, and closer economic and security ties with global actors such as Russia, China, and the U.S. Although the Jeddah Summit did not produce breakthroughs regarding these concerns, the most tangible outcome was the establishment of working groups . These groups aim to focus on solutions related to global food security, nuclear safety, environmental security, humanitarian aid, and the release of prisoners of war and kidnapped children.

Here, it is essential to clarify the true nature of the Jeddah Summit. Contrary to descriptions by several media outlets, the summit was not a meeting for peace talks, as the Russian side was absent, and peace talks require conflicting sides to be at the table along with a mediator. Instead, the Jeddah Summit served as a platform for Ukraine to present its 10-point peace proposal on how the war should end, reaching out to various countries, including Russian allies and critical actors from the Global South.

Here, it is also important to clarify what the Jeddah summit was about. Unlike several media outlets had described, it wasn’t a meeting for peace talks because the Russian side was absent. Peace talks require conflicting sides to be at the table along with a mediator. The Jeddah summit was rather a meeting that gave Ukraine a chance to make its 10-point peace proposal on how the war ought to end clear to several countries, that includes Russian allies and Global South’s key actors.

The prospect of another summit hinges on Russia’s response in the coming months. Ukraine hopes to convene a global peace summit in the fall, but the question of Russia’s participation looms large. Although Russia was excluded from the Jeddah Summit, Moscow closely monitored the meeting and even requested a briefing from Saudi Arabia. Navigating the delicate balance between advancing Ukraine’s 10-point peace proposal and maintaining close ties with Russia poses a formidable challenge for Saudi Arabia. Nevertheless, through adeptly executed equilibrium strategies and a multidimensional diplomatic approach, Saudi leadership appears to have likely accomplished its intended objectives through the Jeddah Summit.

The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gulf International Forum.

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Sinem Cengiz is a researcher at Qatar University’s Gulf Studies Center and a non-resident fellow at the Washington-based Gulf International Forum. She is a regular columnist for Arab News newspaper and a member of the Women in Foreign Policy (DPK) Initiative. She is the author of the book  Turkish-Saudi relations: Cooperation and Competition in the Middle East  and co-editor of the book  The Making of Contemporary Kuwait: Identity, Politics, and Its Survival Strategy . In her research, she focuses on the international relations of the Gulf and Turkey’s relations with the GCC states. Cengiz was born and raised in Kuwait and is currently based in Doha. She tweets at @SinemCngz

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