The impact of the belt and road project on the security of the united Arab Emirates

Security has emerged as a fundamental factor for human survival since the very beginning of mankind's existence on Earth. States, consider their security in order to maintain their Survivor. Until the end of the Cold War, humanity considered the concept of security primarily from a military perspective. However, with advancing technology and evolving needs, this perception has significantly shifted. The People's Republic of China began adapting to the evolving global order following the revolution led by Mao Zedong and his party in 1949. Today, China is regarded as a potential superpower, both in terms of its economy and political influence. Announced in 2013, the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is primarily an economic project that has garnered significant attention from the United Arab Emirates (UAE). From the very beginning, the UAE has supported the initiative. This is largely due to the structure of the UAE's economy, which is predominantly based on oil and natural gas resources. In order to avoid being adversely affected by global crises, the country seeks to diversify its economic policies. From the UAE's perspective, China's Belt and Road Initiative aligns with this objective and offers promising opportunities. This study examines in detail the economic impacts of China's Belt and Road Initiative on the UAE, which is in pursuit of new economic models, and analyzes the implications of these effects in terms of security. Keywords: China, United Arab Emirates, Economy, Security, Belt and Road Initiative