China and the Gulf,
joined by porcelain and pearls.
We track what China and the Gulf are building together, and explain why it matters, on both sides.
From the field
The Multi-Aligned Orbit
Ridima Sur on how the UAE works with both the Artemis Accords and China’s lunar station, and what that shows about middle-power diplomacy in space.
Sindibad, China, and the Sea Journey Oman Never Forgot
Sindibad, Sohar, and a Tang shipwreck: the Oman-China sea road a thousand years before the Belt and Road.
First Calls in the Kingdom
Beijing’s Voice in Doha
Abu Dhabi Goes to Beijing
Muscat Goes to Guangzhou
Beijing’s Voice in Kuwait City
Manama at the Council
China and the Gulf in a Changing World
The institute’s first publication. Ten contributions on energy, diplomacy, trade, finance, tourism, and technology, written by young researchers from different countries, universities, and disciplines.
Six GCC states and China
The six GCC member states and China are highlighted on the map. Hover any country for its name, click to read its bilateral context, and scroll or drag to explore.
We track a relationship that is reshaping both China and the Gulf.
Writing about China and the Gulf has a home here.
If you have something to say about this relationship, and the evidence to support it, we’d like to read your work. Our editors may suggest revisions, and the final approval stays yours.
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