Jonathan Fulton is an Assistant Professor of Political Science in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Zayed University, in Abu Dhabi, UAE, and a senior non-resident fellow at the Atlantic Council. His research focuses on China – Middle East relations, international relations of the Persian Gulf region, Chinese foreign policy, and Asia–Middle East relations. He has published over 20 journal articles, chapters, and policy reports, and frequently provides analysis for popular publications as well. His books include China’s Relations with the Gulf Monarchies, External Power and the Gulf Monarchies, Regions in the Belt and Road Initiative, and The Routledge Handbook of China-Middle East Relation
