Energy and Economics

Publications

Policy Analysis
SyriaDemocracy and Governance
Control without Inclusion: Eastern Syria Under Damascus
Jun 12, 2026Haian Dukhan
In May 2026, Hussein al-Sharaa, the father of Syria’s interim president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, described the people of Deir al-Zor as “a group of savages with loud …
Policy Analysis
Saudi ArabiaEnergy and Economics
Vision 2030 and the Iran War: Saudi Arabia’s Resilience Under Strain
May 28, 2026Kristian Coates Ulrichsen
Three months after the United States and Israel attacked Iran on February 28, 2026, the conflict is at stalemate: The ceasefire that began on April 8, 2026, ha…

Event Video
LibyaConflicts and Conflict Resolution
The Future of Libya: Prospects for Economic Development and an End to the Conflict
Aug 30, 2022
Experts discuss the current state of Libya’s violent conflict and political deadlock, as well as prospects for political resolution and unification, and potent…
Expert Interview
Conflicts and Conflict Resolution
Implications of the War in Ukraine For the Middle East
Feb 28, 2022
Daniel Brumberg and Khalil E. Jahshan discuss the implications of the War in Ukraine for the Middle East. Brumberg is a Non-resident Senior Fellow at Arab Cent…

Webinar
IranUS Foreign Policy
The US Role in Israel’s War on Iran: Regional and Global Implications
Jun 26, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM ET
Experts discuss the role of the United States in Israel's war on Iran, the scope of its involvement, and the strategic goals it is hoping to achieve.
Webinar
The Trump Tariffs and MENA Economies: Implications of the Global Trade War
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Experts discuss the implications of Trump's tariffs for Middle East economies.
Webinar
MENA Economies in Crisis: Global Shocks, Structural Challenges, and Prospects for Reform
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Experts discuss the compounding and severe economic challenges facing the MENA region today, as well as opportunities for growth and economic progress.