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Counterterrorism Study Group

The Counterterrorism Study Group is a forum for former counterterrorism officials to review the latest threats, to understand emerging trends and future predictions, and to explore creative new proposals for improving the effectiveness of current policies and operations.


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Listen to the latest episode of the China-MENA podcast, featuring conversations with academics, government leaders, and the policy community on China’s role in the Middle East.


Gulf Security Task Force

The Gulf Security Task Force is revisiting the question of how to best protect US interests in this sensitive, always relevant region. Our goal is to provide US decision-makers with an updated, fact-based strategy for protecting US interests in the air and maritime domain from the Persian Gulf to the Red Sea, and ensuring Gulf partners’ ability to assume this responsibility, with the assistance and leadership of the United States.

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MENASource

Jan 3, 2024

Gulf states are vying for sports fans’ hearts and minds—one sovereign wealth fund at a time

By Joze Pelayo

In 2023, the annual tennis tournament colloquially called the Washington Open was renamed the Mubadala Citi DC Open thanks to a sponsorship from Abu Dhabi-based Mubadala Investment Company—an unknown name to most Washington sports fans, but one they may see again. The Gulf Arab states have been turning their efforts and attention to Beltway sports amid […]

Economy & Business
Inclusive Growth

In the News

Dec 20, 2023

Tran cited by Investopedia on Red Sea attacks disrupting global trade

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International Markets
Oil and Gas

In the News

Dec 19, 2023

Tran cited by The Guardian on Red Sea attacks disrupting global trade

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International Markets
Oil and Gas

In the News

Dec 19, 2023

Tran interviewed by the BBC on Red Sea attacks disrupting global trade

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International Markets
Oil and Gas

In the News

Dec 19, 2023

Tran cited by Semafor on Red Sea attacks disrupting global trade

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International Markets
Oil and Gas
Ships on Red Sea

Econographics

Dec 18, 2023

What attacks in the Red Sea could mean for the global economy

By Hung Tran

Recent missile attacks on ships in the Red Sea by Iran-backed Houthi rebels have escalated regional tensions and disrupted global trade. Large shipping companies are now avoiding the route, causing significant costs and delays, which is impacting the the already fragile economy.

Economy & Business
International Markets

MENASource

Dec 18, 2023

2023: A year in the Middle East

By Rachel Friedman

2023 was a tumultuous and tragic year for the Middle East and North Africa. It also produced moments of hope and diplomatic feats.

Iran
Iraq

In the News

Dec 18, 2023

Tran cited by Business Insider on Red Sea attacks disrupting global trade

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International Markets
Oil and Gas

In the News

Dec 16, 2023

Mohseni-Cheraghlou quoted by Al Jazeera on Red Sea attacks impact on global energy markets

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International Markets
Macroeconomics

MENASource

Dec 11, 2023

Threats from Yemen are increasing. It’s time to redesignate the Houthis.

By R. Clarke Cooper

Ever since the 2021 lifting of FTO status, the world has witnessed the increased threats emanating from Yemen, which include recent repeated attacks on commercial ships with drones and missiles

Conflict
Crisis Management

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