News and analysis
MENA Strategic Bulletin – Saudi and UAE move towards open rivalry
Competition between the UAE and Saudi Arabia has entered a more overt and confrontational phase.
January 9, 2026
Azure Strategy Unlock Opportunities in the Gulf and Middle East
About us
Azure Strategy offers specialist guidance to corporate clients and investors keen to understand how developments in the region will impact their operations and interests.
Opportunities in MENA are abundant – but the political, macroeconomic, security and business landscapes are complex; we guarantee the highest level of insight and expertise and conduct our work with the utmost confidentiality and discretion.
We work with clients that are looking to enter a new market, grow in an existing one or better understand their operating environment. Our services are fully tailored so clients can be confident in their decision-making.
Meet our team and advisory board
Our structure grants access to an in-house team and senior advisory board with unparalleled insights and connections in the MENA region, and a wealth of experience providing advisory to government, and public and private sector entities, including energy and investment.
Our colleagues are based in, or regularly travel to, the Gulf and MENA region, as well as London, and Washington DC.
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What we offer
Azure Strategy’s core focus is on supporting clients to achieve their business and investment objectives in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries and to analyse developments in the wider region that may effect their decision-making.
We offer strategic advice and research bespoke to our clients’ needs. Our well-established network of consultants on the ground and team of global experts ensures that our insight and access to the region is unparalleled.
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News and analysis
MENA Strategic Bulletin – Gulf hedges in China-GCC and UAE-EU trade talks as Turkiye expands its Somalia footprint
China-GCC and UAE-EU trade talks highlight Gulf hedging strategy and Turkiye expands its economic and security footprint in Somalia.
December 19, 2025
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MENA Strategic Bulletin – UAE and Qatar signal new LNG push as EU moves to tighten sustainability regulations
Gulf producers are expanding LNG capacity and stepping up energy diplomacy as the EU tightens sustainability rules.
December 12, 2025