Professors of the Department of International Relations and Foreign Policy Parkhomchuk O.S. and Koppel O.A. published an article in the Ukrainian academic journal Ukrainian Historical Journal

The leading academic publication of Ukraine, “Ukrainian Historical Journal,” published an article by Prof. Koppel O.A. and Prof. Parkhomchuk O.S. “Adaptation of the Persian Gulf Monarchies to Global Trends: Experience for Ukraine.” The publication analyzes the transformation strategies of the Persian Gulf monarchies in the context of global political, economic, and security changes, and also outlines the possibilities of using this experience for Ukraine in the context of modernization of state policy and strategic development.

For the first time, the experience of the Arabian monarchies in adapting to global trends as a model for Ukraine is highlighted, in particular the strategy of diversifying relations, informal diplomacy, and technological breakthrough; the specifics of balancing between geopolitical centers are revealed; the application of these approaches to strengthen Ukrainian energy security and countering hybrid threats is analyzed. Main results. It is argued that the Persian Gulf monarchies, as centers of power of a new type, are successfully adapting to global trends, combining strategic planning, economic reforms, social programs, and flexible diplomacy to maintain stability and strengthen influence, considering foreign policy as a tool for implementing national interests, the main of which are economic. Given the pace of technological development and political influence, the Arabian monarchies have found themselves at the center of international politics and economic relations, claiming to be among the leading countries that influence world political processes. They demonstrate success in diversifying partnerships, avoiding dependence on one pole, actively using "second-track diplomacy" with the involvement of non-governmental organizations, business, think tanks, as well as in technological positioning as financial, investment and transport hubs. This experience offers Ukraine practical tools for global integration, attracting investments, peacekeeping initiatives and strategic planning, contributing to strengthening positions in the regional and global context.