Wie der Iran-Krieg die Emirate ins Wanken bringt | SRFglobal | SRF

Luxury villas, tax breaks, and security: The United Arab Emirates have become a magnet for the super-rich. But the war in Iran is shaking the Emirates' business model. Behind the glittering facade of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, a new power shift is beginning in the Gulf. 🎞️Stream more «SRFglobal» on 👉 Play SRF: https://www.srf.ch/play/tv/sendung/sr... 🔔 Don't want to miss anything on this channel? Subscribe now:    / @srfnews   More about the video: ––––––––––––––––––––––––– Just a few decades ago, large parts of what is now the United Arab Emirates consisted of desert, small coastal towns, and Bedouin societies. Today, Dubai and Abu Dhabi are among the most visible symbols of global wealth and modern urbanity. The rise of the Emirates is considered one of the fastest transformations in modern history. But behind the glamour of modernity lies a traditionally autocratic system with dynastic power structures in a fragile regional balance and with precarious geopolitical alliances. How did the Emirates become an economic and regional power within just a few decades? What role does Abu Dhabi play today in the geopolitical power struggle between Iran, Saudi Arabia, Israel, and the USA? And how stable is a state whose prosperity depends on security, open trade routes, and global trust? Moderator Sebastian Ramspeck speaks with US security expert for the Gulf region Elizabeth Dent from the Washington Institute, Gulf expert Andreas Krieg from King’s College London, UK, and economics expert Karen Young from the Middle East Institute. ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Intro 03:39 The Dream of Dubai 11:34 From Desert to Global Brand – The Story of the Emirates 16:55 The War 29:10 Conclusion First published: June 4, 2026 ____________________ This is «SRFglobal»: ––––––––––––––––––––––––– SRFglobal dedicates each month to a topic in international politics – with stories, analyses, and voices from around the world. The presenter is Sebastian Ramspeck, with Wasiliki Goutziomitros as guest presenter. Channel Info: ––––––––––––––––––––––––– 📰 SRF News & Backgrounds – Reliable information from Switzerland and around the world. On this channel, you'll find current news, in-depth analyses, and clear explanations of relevant topics – from politics and society to business and everyday life. We don't just show what's happening, but help you understand why it matters. This channel features content from: 📍 «Rundschau» – investigative reports 📍 «Kassensturz» – consumer protection & tests 📍 «SRFglobal» – international topics 📍 Podcasts: «Echo der Zeit», «News Plus», «News Plus Backgrounds» 🔔 Subscribe to stay up-to-date on all the important topics. 📍    / @srfnews   SRF News is also available here: 📱 App: https://www.srf.ch/website-und-apps-s... 🌐 Web: https://www.srf.ch/news 🤳 TikTok:   / srfnews   📸 Instagram:   / srfnews   👥 Facebook:   / srfnews   "SRF News & Background" is a service of Swiss Radio and Television (SRF). 💬 Comments & Community ––––––––––––––––––––––––– We welcome constructive discussions! For comments on this channel, our social media netiquette applies: 👉 https://www.srf.ch/social-netiquette We reserve the right to remove any posts that violate these rules completely and without prior notice. #SRFglobal #emirates #iranwar #News #srf