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The Gray Zone of Social Reforms in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi government is moving forward steadfastly with its social modernization project, but the new policies are clashing with established norms, creating inconsistencies and uncertainties in social spaces.

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Amaani Yahya: Reaching out through Rap

Amaani Yahya might not be the first Yemeni woman to rap, but she is one of the first to use the artform to try to reach people outside Yemen.

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Poor Governance, Corruption Spur Iraqi Protests

Demanding better governance and basic services, Iraqis in the country’s “Shia heartland” have taken to the streets.

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Moath Alofi: A Story of the City of Medina

AGSIW spoke with Moath Alofi, a native of Medina, who has explored his city and its region, on foot and by air, in a multifaceted program of documentation, photography, and art.

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Kuwait’s Community Coffeeshop Wave

This new wave of local coffeeshops has increased networking and socializing among youth immensely due to their open space, board games, and organization of social events.

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Veganism, Entrepreneurship, and Inspiration in Qatar

Ghanim al-Sulaiti is a vegan entrepreneur from Qatar. He combines his passion for conscious living and business through the vegan startups he has created.

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Cracking the Glass Ceiling: Gulf Women in Politics

This post is part of a series examining women’s labor force participation in the Gulf Arab states, including areas of growth and challenges facing women in the Gulf.

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The Enlightened Sheikhs of the New Saudi Arabia

The recent wave of reforms in Saudi Arabia encouraged the emergence of the “Enlightened Sheikhs” trend.

Redlines and Realpolitik: Saudi Arabia’s Diplomatic Test Ahead of Trump’s Visit

Trump’s trip to Saudi Arabia has the potential not only to reinforce the deep-rooted U.S.-Saudi alliance but also to expose the fault lines that could undermine future cooperation.

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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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