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April 1, 2024
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Upcoming Events
COPs, Oil Exporters, and Their Role in the Energy Transition
Thursday April 4 | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm ET | Online
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On April 4, AGSIW will host a discussion with Kate Dourian, Jim Krane, Aisha Al-Sarihi, and Tobias Zumbrägel, moderated by Marie van den Bosch, on COP and the energy transition.
Special Ramadan Screening of Saudi Film “Mandoob”
Sunday April 7 | 5:15 - 8:30 pm ET | In Person
Meyer Auditorium, Freer Gallery of Art
1100 Jefferson Dr SW, Washington, DC 20004

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On April 7, AGSIW and the National Museum of Asian Art will co-host a screening of the Saudi hit film "Mandoob."
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Publications
Will the Gaza War Derail the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor?
Mohammed Sinan Siyech

Six months after the launch of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, rapidly changing regional dynamics threaten to jeopardize the potentially transformative initiative.
A Masterpiece Without an Audience: Khalid Al Siddiq and the Gulf’s First Narrative Feature Film
Alia Yunis

Despite its groundbreaking legacy, today, “Bas ya Bahar,” cannot be easily viewed in its full visual glory.
Kuwaiti Rap Duo Highlights Rising Popularity in the Gulf
Mohammad AlMutairi via Millennial Gulf

Kay R and Chunkky Monkky, Kuwait's first married rap duo, deploy trendy Arabic-language lyrics to appeal to Kuwaiti youth.
Hamas’ Oct. 7 Attack Wasn’t Mainly About Israel, It Was About Defeating Its Palestinian Political Rival
Hussein Ibish via The Daily Beast

Fatah, the secular party that controls the Palestinian Authority, has publicly blamed the Islamist group for inciting Israel’s brutal devastation in Gaza.
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بايدن ونتنياهو على مسار تصادمي
هشام ملحم 

ما هو واضح في الشهر السادس من حرب غزة، هو أن المزاج العام داخل الحزب الديموقراطي هو الغضب العارم من نتنياهو وسياساته وممارساته المشينة في غزة
دول الخليج تواجه المجاعة الوشيكة في غزة
السفير وليام رويبوك 

تواجه دول الخليج العملية العسكرية الإسرائيل في غزة بالمساعدات الإنسانية والانتقادات العلنية والمناورات الدبلوماسية، وتُقيّيم مدى تدهور الأوضاع
هل تستمر أرامكو في دفع توزيعات الأرباح المرتفعة؟
تيم كالين 

من المتوقع أن تستمر أرامكو في دفع توزيعات أرباح مرتفعة حتى عام 2025، ولكن بعد ذلك، فإن الأمر سيعتمد بشكل متزايد على عائدات أعلى للنفط
Mixed Signals in the Latest Saudi Labor Market Report

The March 28 edition of the Saudi Economic Spotlight examines trends in unemployment and labor force participation rates for Saudi nationals.
Real or Overhyped? Israel’s Encirclement by Iran-Allied Militias

The March 29 edition of the Iran Media Review highlights triumphant commentary on Iranian-backed militia attacks against Israel.
Former Supreme National Security Council Secretary: “Managing Tensions” Between Iran and Saudi Arabia

The March 26 edition of the Iran Media Review highlights commentary on the state of Iranian-Saudi ties one year after they agreed to normalize relations.

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In the Media
  • CNBCHussein Ibish commented on the U.S. abstention from a United Nations Security Council resolution calling for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza and what it signals to Israel.
  • Al Arabiya: In an interview, Ibish discussed the state of U.S.-Israel relations after the U.N. Security Council resolution vote on a cease-fire in Gaza. He also spoke with France 24.
  • Middle East Eye: Ibish commented on the Israel-Hamas conflict as a tool for China, Russia, and Iran to challenge the West.
  • France 24: Ibish commented on Hezbollah's activity on the Israel-Lebanon border.
  • Voice of AmericaRobert Mogielnicki discussed Egypt-Gulf economic ties and the implications of recent investments and economic support measures in Egypt.
  • Al Hurra: In an interview, Ambassador William Roebuck discussed regional and U.S. reactions to the U.N. Security Council resolution calling for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza.
  • Al-Sharq BusinessTim Callen commented on the Aramco share transfer to Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund. 
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