Join AGSIW for a panel discussion with Nick Childs, Vice Admiral John W. Miller, Becca Wasser, and Emma Soubrier as moderator on the issue of maritime security in the Gulf.
UAESF 2019 will bring together a diverse group of policymakers and officials, scholars, economists, international development practitioners, and representatives from nongovernmental organizations to analyze the long-term implications of the renewed international interest in the Horn of Africa.
Kuwait’s government resigns amid charges of embezzlement, as both the Parliament and ruling family prepare for impending elections – and a looming succession.
The Saudi government does not see a viable, long-term future in oil and gas but continues to hope that investors will measure the country’s crown jewel, Saudi Aramco, differently.
Tehran's difficulties, including major unrest at home and in Iraq and Lebanon, could make the Islamic Republic more amenable to a real compromise with its Gulf Arab neighbors.
Iran’s leadership has for years downplayed the impact of sanctions on the economy. Now that President Hassan Rouhani and the regime are compelled to make economic adjustments, they are facing predictable public anger and protests for which they were unprepared.
Reuters: Robert Mogielnicki discussed the formation of a new defense conglomerate, EDGE, in the United Arab Emirates.
BBC World News: Mogielnicki spoke about the economic dimensions of the protests in Iran and the impact of U.S. sanctions on the Iranian economy.
L’Orient Le Jour: Ali Alfoneh commented on the Iranian government’s response to protests. Additionally for L’Orient Le Jour, Alfoneh discussed the impact of the protests on the government’s ability to assist allies in Iraq and Lebanon.
