GRC is committed to enriching and fostering academic understanding of a range of political, economic, social, educational, media, security, and strategic issues relevant to the Gulf region. GRC's comprehensive and regularly updated database, in addition to its frequent reports, analyses of current affairs and prognosis for future developments make it an important source of information for decision-makers and politicians in the Gulf region. In order to help fulfill its research mission, GRC aims that its website provides an extensive resource for studies, e-books, and specialized translations on issues related to the Gulf region. The center's activities include lectures, seminars, workshops, conferences and the publication of periodicals and books.

ECSSR was established to enhance understanding of political and socio-economic forces shaping the Gulf region, to help identify and define the national security priorities of the United Arab Emirates, and to assist policy makers in assessing policy options confronting the nation. The center is dedicated to the promotion of professional research and educational excellence in the United Arab Emirates and the Gulf region.