Bangladesh, Jan. 31 -- In an era marked by geopolitical fragmentation, weakening institutions, and growing distrust between major powers, durable partnerships are becoming increasingly rare. Many states are forced to choose sides, accept ideological conditions, or absorb the risks of overdependence on a single patron. Against this backdrop, the steadily deepening relationship between Russia and the United Arab Emirates stands out not because it is dramatic or ideological, but because it is deliberately pragmatic. It is a partnership shaped by mutual need, operational competence, and a shared understanding that flexibility is the most valuable currency in todays international system.

The January 29 visit of UAE President Sheikh Mohammed b...