The UAE maintained a low profile after its establishment in 1971. As the United Kingdom retreated as a world power, Abu Dhabi turned to the U.S. for protection and political affiliation. For nearly two decades, the UAE has emphasized its relations with the United States. Many politicians in Washington viewed Abu Dhabi as the most […]
The Limits of Abu Dhabi’s Relations With the United States
The UAE’s flexible loyalties stem from its constant insecurity.
