Modi 3.0: India Confronts New Realities in a Chaotic Middle East
Modi’s strategy in his third term reveals a deliberate effort to maintain strategic autonomy while navigating the complex and volatile Middle East.
Iran After the Lebanon Debacle: Suppress Domestic Dissent and Dash for the Bomb?
Undeterred by the politically and militarily decapitated Hezbollah, Israel is free to target critical components of Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, and Iran's perceived weakness may fuel domestic opposition.
Will the 2024 U.S. Election Prove an Inflection Point for Middle East Policy?
On October 9, AGSIW will host a discussion on the U.S. presidential election and what it means for U.S.-Middle East policy.
Events
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Transformation Underway: Assessing the Successes and Challenges of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 Reforms
On September 12, AGSIW hosted a discussion on Saudi Arabia’s reforms and the prospects for its economy.
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Millennial Gulf
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Hamad AlShriaan: The Rising Star of Kuwaiti Stand-Up Comedy
Hamad AlShriaan and the comedians of the Kuwait Comedy Club blend local cultural references with sharp delivery, creating a vibrant atmosphere for Kuwaiti youth.
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Publications
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The Bread-and-Butter Issues of Jobs and Taxes in the Gulf
As Gulf governments accelerate domestic development agendas, local job creation and tax revenue are measurable indicators of successful economic policymaking.
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Saudi Economic Spotlight
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Saudi Economic Spotlight
AGSIW’s Saudi Economic Spotlight monitors key economic indicators identifying important developments and trends in the Saudi economy..
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Iran Media Review
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Iran Media Review
AGSIW’s Iran Media Review monitors, translates, and reviews critical Persian-language media sources identifying important developments and trends in the Islamic Republic of Iran..
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Is the Middle East on the Brink of Regional War?
On September 26, AGSIW and ROPES co-hosted a discussion on rising tensions in the Middle East.
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A Conversation With H.E. Mohammed A. Al-Hadhrami and Timothy A. Lenderking
On September 18, AGSIW hosted a discussion on Yemen.
Series
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Trees of the Gulf
This series looks at the vital role certain trees play in the region's collective memory, survival, and plans for the future.
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Building Bridges of Understanding
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Through its careful examination of the forces shaping the evolution of Gulf societies and the new generation of emerging leaders, AGSIW facilitates a richer understanding of the role the countries in this key geostrategic region can be expected to play in the 21st century.
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