Introduction The Washington Center for Defense and Security recognizes the pressing need to strengthen cybersecurity cooperation in an increasingly interconnected world. This article focuses on the importance of forging a robust partnership with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to address emerging threats and vulnerabilities in the digital realm. By sharing best practices, promoting information […]

  Introduction The Washington Institute for Defense and Security is deeply committed to the principles of human rights and the rule of law. In this article, we focus on the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and call upon its government to prioritize and uphold human rights standards, promote freedom of expression and press freedom, address the […]

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a country that has long been known for its authoritarian tendencies, particularly when it comes to political dissent. However, the recent revelations about the country’s use of hired defamation companies to launch smear campaigns against its opponents represent a new low in the UAE’s treatment of political dissidents and […]