Controlling the Narrative: Censorship Laws in the Gulf
Kuwaiti activism against book censorship yields a partial victory, but expression remains strictly regulated through press and publication laws across the Gulf.
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Public Messaging’s Role in Shaping the Global Narrative of Coronavirus Outbreak
Both China and Gulf states employ propaganda in their campaigns to reassure international public opinion, and each other.
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Tehran Unveils New Approach to Information Warfare
Recent protests provided the Islamic Republic with an opportunity to test drive an internet blackout and the Iranian intranet.
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The Restructuring of Saudi Arts and Entertainment
As part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s economic and social reform plan, Vision 2030, the kingdom has taken a top-down approach to developing the country’s arts and culture sector.
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Storytelling in Today’s Saudi Arabia
The drama series “Al-Asouf” vividly captures the trend of telling Saudi stories with Saudi actors and its power in shaping the public’s perceptions and aspirations.
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Ramadan Messaging and the Winds of Change
The Ramadan series "Al-Asouf" folds seamlessly into the current mainstream Saudi media narrative, as the country focuses on developing its homegrown industries and nationalist rhetoric.
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Differences of Opinion? Saudi Op-eds and Confrontation with Iran
Amid recent tensions in the Gulf, a broad view of Saudi commentary reveals a range of articles that have emphasized deterrence and international action against Iran rather than an open use of force.
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Podcast Production in the Gulf Arab States: Expanding Beyond the Region
Despite the challenges still facing podcast production, the enthusiasm of khaleejis to spread podcasting culture is encouraging collaboration and the passionate embrace of podcasting across the Arab region.
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Podcast Production in the Gulf Arab States: The Surge of Saudi Podcasting
With Saudi Arabia’s prolific work in online content creation and social media consumption, it is no surprise that Saudis are following the global trend in podcast creation.
Al-Moatasem al-Mamari: Institutionalizing Omani Youth Movements
AGSIW spoke with al-Moatasem al-Mamari, a physician engaged with youth and media, about the development of youth movements in Oman as well as their cultural impact and government interaction with them.
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