Gina Bou Serhal

Gina Bou Serhal is a Senior Researcher in the Strategic Studies Department at TRENDS Research and Advisory, based in Dubai, UAE. She holds a Master’s degree in Diplomacy and International Affairs, graduating with High Distinction from Zayed University in Abu Dhabi. Gina’s work is centered on analyzing complex political landscapes, with a particular focus on MENA geopolitics, regional proxies and non-state actors, terrorism, and the rise of asymmetrical warfare. Gina also maintains a strong interest in U.S. elections, while remaining committed to transparency and objectivity in her analysis.

As an American expatriate living in the Gulf, Gina brings a unique dual perspective on international affairs, combining her expertise in Middle Eastern geopolitics with a deep understanding of U.S. politics. Her research has been widely published in both national and international outlets and think tanks, providing nuanced insights into regional and global dynamics.
Her publications include contributions to the Foreign Policy Research Institute, Stimson Center, Institute for Security and Policy Development, Cambridge Middle East and North Africa Forum, The Arab Gulf States Institute in Washington, Middle East Institute – Singapore, Geneva Centre for Security Policy, Gulf News, and The National.