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2nd International Arabian-Gulf Security Conference
15–16 March 2023, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
International Security, Geopolitics, Strategic Studies, Cybersecurity, International Law, Homeland Security, Peace and Conflict Resolution, Terrorism, Maritime Security
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Welcome from the Chairs
Dear Colleagues,
It is our pleasure to invite you to join the 2nd International Arab-Gulf Security Conference. The conference will be a hybrid event taking place via Zoom and at the American University of the Emirates campus in Dubai, UAE.
The American University in the Emirates (AUE) will be hosting and organizing the 2nd IAGSC under the patronage of Dhahi Khalfan Tamim, Lieutenant General and the current Deputy Chief of Police and General Security in Dubai. The conference seeks to provide a platform for researchers to present and discuss recent developments, trends, and challenges accenting the world order whether politically, socially, or economically. Participants involved in the IAGSC are welcome to discuss and present research examining the possible strategies and solutions in the field of International Security Studies (ISS), International Relations (IR), and International Law (IL) by considering Global affairs generally, and the Arabian Gulf region specifically.
The American University in the Emirates and its College of Security and Global Studies (CSGS) are committed to research and the need to increase high-quality intellectual and scientific production in the UAE. This call for abstract presentation at the 2nd IAGSC invites researchers to join us in dialogue and following the conclusion of the conference submit their full manuscript at two SCOPUS indexed journals sponsoring IAGSC 2023.
The scope of IAGSC 2023 is to cover a whole range of research and sub-disciplines accenting Security, Law, and Politics thereby initiating a conference presenting and discussing new areas of research. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the sessions mentioned below.
We look forward to your contributions.
Sincerely,
Prof. Assem TharwatThe Vice President of Research (VPR) at AUE and Chair of IAGSC 2023
Prof. Chahine Ghais
Dean of the College of Security and Global Studies (CSGS) and Chair of IAGSC 2023
Conference email: aue.iagsc2023@mdpi.com
Event Organizers

American University in the Emirates
American University in the Emirates
The American University in the Emirates (AUE) is a private higher education institution located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). It is dedicated to be one of the leading higher educational institutions locally and regionally, providing an integrated pathway for students to become creative, effective, and productive members of the community. The mission informing AUE consists in being a co-educational undergraduate and graduate degree-granting institution committed to preparing students as global citizens for future career aspirations and lifelong learning through quality teaching, research, and service opportunities. In relation to knowledge production (i.e., research), AUE seeks to foster a collaborative and inclusionary research environment in key strategic areas in line with the United Arab Emirates and AUE research priorities emphasizing socio-economic development and technological innovation. Since its inauguration in 2006, the institution has been licensed and approved to operate and grant degrees by the UAE’s Ministry of Education (MOE). Please visit the AUE website here https://aue.ae/, to further familairize yourself with our academic programs, colleges, and academic professional relationships.
Event Chairs

Prof. Assem Tharwat earned his master’s degree in mathematical Statistics and his bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Cairo University, Egypt, and his Ph.D. in Operations Research from Charles University, Czech Republic. He accumulated almost 40 years of academic experience in different universities in both the public and private sectors in Egypt and in UAE. He taught both basic and advanced courses in many fields in Operations Research and Management Sciences. Prof Assem supervised about forty Ph.D. and M.Sc. thesis during the past 20 years and he published more than 100 articles in International/National Journals and conferences. In addition, he accumulated almost 15 years’ experience in the accreditation field in Egypt and UAE, moreover he is working as a member in the AACSB team for almost four years in AUE. Prof Assem has a good experience in the academic positions for more than 15 years and he served as a dean between 2011 and 2013 in CIC, Egypt & between 2017 and 2019 and from April 2020 till present in COBA, AUE, UAE. He is the current dean of the college of Business Administration - AUE since April 2020. Moreover, he worked as a member of the AACSB team for almost four years in AUE and led the team to attain the AACSB accreditation in February 2022. Prof. Assem has a good experience in academic positions for more than 15 years and served as Dean between 2011 and 2013 in CIC, Egypt and between 2017 and 2019 and from April 2020 to December 2021 in the College of Business Administration at AUE, UAE. He is currently the Dean of the College of Computer Information Technology in AUE since March 2022.

Dr. Chahine A. Ghais is the Dean of College of Security and Global Studies. He held previous appointments as a Dean of the School of Security and Global Studies and Professor of International Relations, he was an Assistant to the President for Policies and Procedures (2013-2017), Dean of the Faculty of Law and Political Science (2006-2013), and Dean of Students (2011-20 12). Dr Chahine received his Ph.D. from the University of Missouri, St. Louis (1998). He has an MA in International Relations, MA in Political Science, and BA in Political Science from Mc Gill University. Dr. Ghais’ main area of research interest is Conflict Resolution and the effects of democratization and development of pluralistic societies. He published a number of book chapters and articles, and participated in many international and local conferences with papers dealing with such issues as Resolving Identity Conflict, Ethnic Pluralism, Failed States, the Changing American Role in International Relations, Democratization, and Globalization.
Organizing Committee Members

American University in the Emirates - Website

American University in the Emirates - Website

American University in the Emirates - Website

American University in the Emirates - Website

American University in the Emirates - Website

American University in the Emirates - Website

American University in the Emirates - Website
International Steering Committee Member
Registration
- Academics, Students, and Professionals are welcome at the IAGSC 2023
- A registration fee will be applied for attending the conference whether virtually or physically
- Please note that if you miss the deadline for abstract submission, you are kindly requested to email the parties below
- Note: all participants are invited to submit their full manuscripts following the conference to MDPI Laws Journal and Social Sciences Journal
Please note that, in order to finalize the scientific program in due time, at least one registration by any of the authors, denoted as Covering Author, is required to cover the presentation and publication of any accepted abstract. Covering Author registration deadline is 26th February 2023.
Any participant that seeks to attend the conference in person at the American University in the Emirates, please do not hesitate to contact the VPR office at yomna.tolan@aue.ae, and ekaterina.gorokhova@aue.ae
Regular Until 6 March 2023 |
Supported documents | |
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Student | 50.00 USD |
Scanned copy or photograph of your current student ID is required. |
Academic | 75.00 USD | |
Non-Academic | 100.00 USD |
Cancellation policy
Cancellation of paid registration is possible under the terms listed below:
> 2 weeks before the conference | Full refund |
< 2 weeks before the conference | No refund |
Payment methods
Wire transfer, Credit card
Currencies accepted by this event
Swiss francs (CHF) , Euros (EUR) and US dollars (USD)
Instructions for Authors
- Create an account on Sciforum if you do not have one, then click on ‘New Submission’ on the upper-right corner of the window, or by clicking on ‘Submit Abstract’ at the top of this webpage.
- Indicate what thematic area is best suited for your research.
- Submit an abstract in English - the word limits are minimum 200 words and maximum 300 words.
- Abstract Submission Deadline: 3rd March 2023
- Acceptance of Abstract Notification: 3rd March 2023
- Please note that, in order to finalize the scientific program in due time, at least one registration by any of the authors, denoted as Covering Author, is required to cover the presentation and publication of any accepted abstract. Covering Author registration deadline is 26th February 2023
- Conference Date: 15th and 16th March 2023 – Hybrid
IS-1. International Security
The session will take place for 75 minutes. Each participant will be allocated 15-minutes for their presentation and a 5-minute Q&A window.
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GS-2. Geopolitics and Strategy
The session will take place for 75 minutes. Each participant will be allocated 15-minutes for their presentation and a 5-minute Q&A window.
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IA-3. International Affairs
The session will take place for 75 minutes. Each participant will be allocated 15-minutes for their presentation and a 5-minute Q&A window.
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PC-4. Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
The session will take place for 75 minutes. Each participant will be allocated 15-minutes for their presentation and a 5-minute Q&A window.
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SI-5. Security and Information Analysis
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