Priya, Lakshmi creator author text Indian council of world affairs Delhi 2023 monographic ENG - 76p . The UAE is a small and relatively newly formed state, but the dynamism of its regional and foreign policy makes it an eminent player in the Middle East. This paper begins with identifying the major determinants of the foreign policy of the UAE. Later, it discusses the evolution of the UAE foreign policy over the last five decades. Geography, social composition, political system, public opinion and personality traits of the leaders are some of the factors that have played an important role in foreign policy formation in the UAE. Availability of immense economic resources too has a key role in moulding the external behaviour of the UAE. Despite being a small state, the UAE is expanding its reach in the region. Under the strong leadership of Mohamed bin Zayed, it strives to realise its foreign policy ambitions. The UAE has come a long way from consolidating the federation and playing an eminent role in the GCC to expanding its reach in the neighbourhood and beyond. Lakshmi Priya Includes Bibliography references and index English Foreign relations History United Arab Emirates Foreign relations Persian Gulf Region Politics and government United Arab Emirates 327.5357 PRI-C 9789383445806