Arabia, the Gulf, & the GCC Blog
The “Arabia, the Gulf, and the GCC” blog features insights and analysis from the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations as well as information about the Council’s programs, projects, events, and activities. Founded in 1983, the National Council is a non-profit, non-governmental, educational organization dedicated to improving American awareness, knowledge, and understanding of the Arab region.
NCUSAR National Intelligence University Study Visit to the UAE, April 2013
The National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations, in coordination with the Emirates Center for Strategic Studies and Research in
Gulf in the News – May 13, 2013
US-led action in Syria would empower Iran, not weaken it Source: The National (Read full story) … The
Gulf in the News – May 10, 2013
Saudi Arabia launches first F15-SA jet plane at Missouri ceremony Source: Arab News (Read full story) The Saudi

Upcoming Event: “Bahrain: A Conversation About Its Challenges and Opportunities” – May 21 in Washington, DC
On May 21, 2013, the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations and the U.S.-GCC Corporate Cooperation Committee are hosting
Gulf in the News – May 8, 2013
Saudi Aramco to Open 3 US Research Centers Source: Energy Tribune (Read full story) … Saudi Aramco has

Opportunities for Investment in Libyan Energy, Finance, and Infrastructure
On April 22, 2013, the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations and the American Libyan Chamber of Commerce &
Gulf in the News – May 6, 2013
UAE denounces Iran lawmakers’ visit to islands Source: Khaleej Times (Read full story) … Meanwhile, the Federal National
Gulf in the News – May 3, 2013
Prince Turki on Saudi Arabia’s Role after Arab Awakening Source: Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs (Read

NCUSAR’s 2012 Annual Review
In the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations’ 2012 Annual Review one will find a reporting and chronicling of
Gulf in the News – May 1, 2013
GCC chief slams Khamenei over interference in Bahrain Source: Saudi Gazette (Read full story) Abdullatif Al-Zayani, Secretary General
Tunisia: Post-Revolution Political and Constitutional Transitions
On March 5, 2013, The Maghreb Center hosted a conference in Washington, DC, co-sponsored by the National Council
Gulf in the News – April 29, 2013
Riyadh made capital of Gulf Monetary Council Source: Arab News (Read full story) The Gulf Monetary Council has