Dynamic Security Regime: Analyzing UAE-Israel Security and Defense Cooperation Post Abraham Accords

This article argues that the United Arab Emirates benefits from the Abraham Accords with Israel at the defense and security levels despite the absence of explicit references to such cooperation in the agreement. It imbues the scholarly debate concerning security with dynamism through introducing the concept of Dynamic Security Regime as an alternative to the otherwise static continuum of states either engaging in a Tacit Security Regime on one end of the spectrum and a Security Regime on the other end of the spectrum. Through Dynamic Security Regime, the article offers a comprehensive assessment of the security and defense cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and Israel following the Abraham Accords. The article draws upon remarks by key officials from both states, including former directors of Mossad, the UAE’s National Cyber Security Council, and others, in combination with scholarly debate to offer an overview that situates first-hand experiences within academic contexts. Finally, the article offers insights into how said aspects of cooperation can change as the relationship matures amidst critical regional and domestic challenges.