TRENDS Research & Advisory, an Abu Dhabi-based independent and progressive think tank, has inaugurated its office in Jakarta, marking its 10th location worldwide.
It also released four books in Indonesian at the Indonesia International Book Fair 2024 in Jakarta as part of its Asian research tour, partnership with Aletihad News Centre, and primary sponsorship of the book fair.
Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al-Ali, CEO of TRENDS Research & Advisory, said that TRENDS’ international offices, set to reach 15 by the end of 2024, aim to enhance the Center’s research efforts and deepen its role in disseminating knowledge, thus serving as a global knowledge bridge.
Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al-Ali CEO – TRENDS Research & Advisory
“At TRENDS, we believe in the importance of cooperation between think tanks and prioritize this endeavor. We believe the TRENDS office in Jakarta will enhance the exchange of knowledge and ideas between think tanks in Asia and the Middle East, opening new horizons for collaboration in various fields.”
During its current Asian research tour, TRENDS announced the launch of the TRENDS Research Medal, awarded to individuals who make significant contributions to the development of scientific research and promote collaboration with TRENDS in strengthening a culture of research across various fields.
As part of the Jakarta office’s inaugural activities, four books were released in Indonesian, including the 11th and 12th books of the Muslim Brotherhood Encyclopedia and Global Trends in AI and Automation and the Future of Competition between Man and Machine: An Analytical Forward-looking Vision.
Hostility to Arab states
The 11th book of the Muslim Brotherhood Encyclopedia, The Concept of the State According to the Muslim Brotherhood, highlights its hostile stance toward Arab states since its inception. The group views them as an obstacle to its ascent to power. It opposed the modern principles upon which these states were built, considering them incompatible with the group’s unique interpretation of Islam, which it claimed to embody exclusively.
Exclusion of nonconformists
The 12th book, The Muslim Brotherhood: Rejection of Tolerance and Exclusion of Nonconformists, examines the Muslim Brotherhood’s stance towards nonconformists, individuals, and entities. The book reveals the group’s binary view of the world, categorizing others as allies or adversaries. It ties these relationships to the Brotherhood’s internal power struggles and self-serving interests.
Global Trends in AI
The third book, Global Trends in AI, explores significant developments in AI and its impact on various aspects of life, including the economy, society, and governance. It also offers a comprehensive analysis of technological advancements in AI, its applications across sectors, the ethical and social challenges it presents, and its future trajectory.
