Energy and Economics

Publications

Policy Analysis
The Arabian Peninsula and The GulfEnergy and Economics
Protection or Vulnerability? Gulf Sovereign Wealth Funds and the Iran War
Apr 14, 2026Rohan Advani
In March 2026, a Gulf official told Reuters that three Gulf states were reviewing how to deploy their sovereign wealth fund (SWF) holdings to offset Iran war-r…
Policy Analysis
The Arabian Peninsula and The GulfEnergy and Economics
The Iran War and the End of the US-Gulf “Oil for Security” Deal
Mar 27, 2026Jim Krane
In early March 2026, Iran effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to the war launched by the United States and Israel, making it impossible for oil…

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
Energy and Economics
The Trump Tariffs and MENA Economies: Implications of the Global Trade War
May 8, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM ET
Experts discuss the implications of Trump's tariffs for Middle East economies.
Webinar
Energy and Economics
MENA Economies in Crisis: Global Shocks, Structural Challenges, and Prospects for Reform
Jul 6, 2023
Experts discuss the compounding and severe economic challenges facing the MENA region today, as well as opportunities for growth and economic progress.