Past events

This event will address China’s present and future development project in MENA, as well as MENA governments’ response to development priorities on the ground. 

Speakers at this event analyse recent developments in Iraq’s politics, economy, environment and society, and share insights into what the future might look like.

This webinar will reflect on the events of election day and what it all means for the government formation process. 

This event explores how the Middle East is changing and what a progressive UK foreign policy response might be.

This event will explore how the domestic policy contest between key actors has shaped Tehran’s actions on the regional and international stage and Iran’s relationship with the United States.

Exploring the factors that paved the way to the dramatic moment of the evening of 25 July 2021, assessing the options for Tunisia’s democratic transition, and why this transition is still relevant in the first place.

Exploring how Lebanon’s anti-corruption laws, while commendable in theory, are unlikely to be effectively implemented.

Experts discuss Morocco’s development path, and the findings and implications of the general report published by its Special Commission for the Development Model.

Panellists discuss Hezbollah’s journey to power and its future in light of rapid deterioration in Lebanon and the renewed drive by Western policymakers to achieve reform in the country.  

Analysing new research which puts the dynamics of corrupt political power-sharing practices in Iraq under the microscope.

The Palestinian ambassador to the United Kingdom, HE Dr Husam Zomlot, shares his perspectives on the implications of the recent conflict for Israeli-Palestinian relations going forward.

Experts discuss Iran’s political map ahead of the 18 June presidential election and the ballot’s regional and international implications.