Dr Christopher Davidson is a distinguished author whose work delves into the political history and development of the Gulf monarchies. His analyses are characterized by a sharp insight into the dynamics of regional power and their inherent vulnerabilities. Davidson skillfully navigates the complex interplay of internal politics, economic trajectories, and external influences, uncovering the underlying forces shaping the region's future. His writings are valued for their academic rigor and their prescient observations.
From its origins as a small fishing and pearling community,Davidson discusses Dubai's success as the premier trading entrepot of the Arabian Gulf, the relationship with its federal partners in the United Arab Emirates, and its attractiveness to criminal fraternities, the global black money economy and terrorist networks.