Ramadaniyat

The Pearl of Dubai is still recovering from a long and exciting day yesterday in Abu Dhabi. The day concluded with another event hosted by the US Ambassador to the UAE, this time at her private residence. Passing by armed guards to enter the fortressed residence, it was one of those rare events where you get a rush just being amidst so many accomplished and cosmopolitan people. Various conversations throughout the evening highlighted the issue of the recent Dubai Ports controversy and the way in which the perception of Dubai among Americans affected both the opposition to the deal and introduced many people to Dubai for the first time.