انرژی و اقتصاد

Policy Analysis on انرژی و اقتصاد

The main drivers of the current crisis have been in play for many years, so Washington should focus on economic and security initiatives that can help Algeria regardless of which new leaders emerge.

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Sabina Henneberg

Articles & Testimony

Saudi Aramco Reveals Its Financials—and More Secrets

The oil giant’s latest moves will help fund ambitious infrastructure projects, but the implications for foreign investment and economic diversification remain to be seen.

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Simon Henderson

Brief Analysis

Bouteflika Resigns: Next Steps in Uncharted Territory

The accelerating pace of events calls for a careful U.S. response, since instability in Algeria could cause significant disruptions in North Africa, the Mediterranean, energy markets, and counterterrorism.

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Ben Fishman

Articles & Testimony

Nuclear Issues Sharpen Focus on U.S.-Saudi Relations

Those who favor helping the Saudis develop their nuclear industry are running up against skeptics who fear Riyadh cannot be trusted with such capabilities.

۲ آوریل ۲۰۱۹

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Simon Henderson

Brief Analysis

Algeria on the Brink?

As Algiers braces for wider protests, Washington should coordinate with Arab and European allies to signal the government that it risks losing control unless it changes course.

۸ مارس ۲۰۱۹

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Sarah Feuer

Brief Analysis

U.S. Sanctions Are Hurting Hezbollah

To further tighten the noose, Washington should disrupt the group’s efforts to tap international aid, Lebanese ministry budgets, Syrian smuggling revenue, and other resources.

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Hanin Ghaddar

Brief Analysis

Cyprus Gas Discovery Could Be an East Mediterranean Game-Changer

The latest success will encourage more exploration in the area, but probably more regional rivalry as well.

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Simon Henderson

Syrian flag over a ruined building destroyed by bombing

Brief Analysis

Assad Needs the United States and Its Allies for Reconstruction

Damascus and its partners can’t rebuild the country by themselves amid their growing budget crunch, so Washington has leverage on key transition issues even if Assad keeps stalling.

۲۸ فوریهٔ ۲۰۱۹

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Jomana Qaddour

Articles & Testimony

Russia’s Growing Influence in North Africa

Moscow casts itself as a reliable mediator and security partner, but in actuality it benefits from playing all sides of regional disputes and fostering perpetual low-level conflict.

۲۶ فوریهٔ ۲۰۱۹

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Anna Borshchevskaya

Maps & Graphics

Brief Analysis

International Engagement in Iraq Is Tied to Military Presence

The U.S.-led coalition to defeat the Islamic State is the strongest alliance Iraq has ever enjoyed, but much of the resultant international attention and support could dissipate if forces are removed.

۲۱ فوریهٔ ۲۰۱۹

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Michael Knights

Articles & Testimony

Saudi Arabia’s Powerful Prince Tours Asia—With Purpose

The trip has coincided with a new flare-up in India-Pakistan tensions, making Riyadh’s balancing act between regional rivals trickier than ever.

۱۹ فوریهٔ ۲۰۱۹

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Simon Henderson

Satellite image of the Red Sea region and the Arabian Peninsula

Brief Analysis

Seeing Red: Trade and Threats Shaping Gulf-Horn Relations

The Red Sea is fast becoming a critical economic and security node between the Gulf states and the Horn of Africa, so Washington should work to ensure cooperation, not conflict.

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Elana DeLozier

Brief Analysis

Exploiting East Mediterranean Gas: New Milestones, New Obstacles

Even as exploration companies make crucial advances on specific projects, broader development of the area’s resources will require the players to overcome political tensions and market hurdles.

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Simon Henderson

Articles & Testimony

Women in Saudi Society Press for Change—Some Suffer Despite Successes

Recent reforms are running up against deep-seated cultural realities, and some foreign investors and officials are not ready to forget the Khashoggi incident.

۲۷ ژانویهٔ ۲۰۱۹

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Simon Henderson

Brief Analysis

In Damning Report, UN Panel Details War Economy in Yemen

By benefiting from questionable wartime revenue streams and outright corruption, both the Houthi rebels and the U.S.-supported Hadi government are inhibiting a transition to peace.

۲۵ ژانویهٔ ۲۰۱۹

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Elana DeLozier

تحلیل کوتاه

عقب راندن ایران از سوریه: فراتر از «نیروی نظامی»

تهران، به جز مداخله نظامی در سوریه، طیف وسیعی از تاکتیک‌های اقتصادی و اجتماعی را نیز برای گسترش نفوذ خود در سوریه دنبال کرده است. اما واشنگتن هنوز هم می‌تواند با کمک‌های هدفمند، تحریم‌های خلاقانه و تبلیغات راهبردی، ایران را در سوریه عقب براند.

۲۲ ژانویهٔ ۲۰۱۹

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حنین غدار
دانا استرول

Brief Analysis

Saudi Security Forces Kill Shia Militants Near Major Oil Facilities

Coming the same week as Secretary Pompeo’s Middle East tour, the incident is a powerful example of the regional threat posed by Iran.

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Simon Henderson

Articles & Testimony

Beijing’s Curious Silence on the Syria Withdrawal

China likely hoped to find economic opportunities in Syria's reconstruction—yet another example of how it relies on the security umbrella provided by U.S. troops in international conflict zones.

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Michael Singh

Articles & Testimony

What Trump Means by ‘America First’

In a world where major threats require help from partners, uncertainty about U.S. leadership does not make America safer.

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Dennis Ross

Brief Analysis

Sending the Right Message in Cairo: Advice for Secretary Pompeo

All eyes will be on the secretary’s speech this week, so striking the right balance between President Trump’s domestic imperatives and the realities of regional policy is crucial.

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Anna Borshchevskaya
Soner Cagaptay
Simon Henderson
Martin Kramer
Matthew Levitt
David Pollock
Dennis Ross
Dana Stroul
Bilal Wahab

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