Middle East

Stretching from the Western Mediterranean to the Indian Ocean, the Middle East continues to be a region struggling with violent conflict, political repression, and poor development. Numerous pro-democracy protest movements, a burgeoning youth population, and efforts to reform governments and lessen economic dependence on oil, however, are causes for optimism. The United States and the international community must remain engaged with the region to provide support for these positive moves and to address the many remaining challenges.

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Dec 12, 2022

Societal norms in Saudi Arabia clearing the way for more women to start and lead businesses

By Nour Alhajjeh

On December 5, 2022 the Atlantic Council’s empowerME Initiative held a panel event on the impact of societal norms and structures on women’s economic empowerment in Saudi Arabia.

Civil Society Economy & Business

Uncategorized

Dec 12, 2022

Sullivan quoted in VOA on Syrian fuel shortages

Energy & Environment Energy Markets & Governance

New Atlanticist

Dec 9, 2022

What Xi Jinping’s Saudi Arabia visit means for the Middle East

By Atlantic Council experts

The Chinese leader's trip for a series of summits with countries from around the Middle East cemented dozens of deals with a good bit of pageantry. Our experts lay out what comes next.

China Economy & Business

In the News

Dec 8, 2022

Nia joins Slate Podcast to discuss protests in Iran

By Atlantic Council

Middle East Politics & Diplomacy

In the News

Dec 8, 2022

Nia quoted in Reuters on protests in Iran

By Atlantic Council

Iran Middle East

In the News

Dec 8, 2022

Nia joins BBC to discuss protests in Iran

By Atlantic Council

Iran Middle East

In the News

Dec 8, 2022

Nia joins CNN to discuss protests in Iran

By Atlantic Council

Iran Middle East

In the News

Dec 8, 2022

Dagres quoted in NBC News on her Iranians on #SocialMedia Report

By Atlantic Council

Iran Middle East

In the News

Dec 8, 2022

Dagres quoted in NYT on her Iranians on #SocialMedia Report

By Atlantic Council

Iran Middle East

In the News

Dec 8, 2022

Dagres quoted in Washington Post on protests in Iran

By Atlantic Council

Iran Middle East

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