ASSESSMENTS
The UAE Guides Saudi Arabia, for Now
Feb 2, 2018 | 09:00 GMT
![Shared geopolitical considerations and assertive leaders have pushed Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates onto a similar foreign policy path.](https://worldview.stratfor.com/sites/default/files/styles/2x1_full/public/middle-east-5.jpg?itok=gQjPtHm2)
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Highlights
- The United Arab Emirates will continue cooperating with Saudi Arabia in areas of shared interest while pursuing its own objectives overseas.
- As he works to transform his country's economic and social systems, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will emulate Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
- The expansionary aims of the two leaders could eventually bring their countries into conflict.
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