Several developments have contributed to Tunisia’s transformation into a transit point for African migrants, including its porous borders, inconsistent migration policies, the proliferation of xenophobic attitudes, and deteriorating economic conditions.
To create an environment more conducive to cooperation and development, U.S. and Chinese efforts should seek the endorsement of neighboring countries and regional organizations. Otherwise, regional and geopolitical rivalries will remain barriers.
In the Middle East and North Africa, climate change is exacerbating tensions over water resources, between countries that share a basin or aquifer system and between domestic actors fighting for water access.
A description of the author's participation in the National Dialogue, a process of reform characterised by collaboration between state institutions, civil society, and the private sector in Egypt
The food, energy, and debt crises in the Middle East and North Africa have exacerbated structural economic weaknesses of low- and middle-income countries—particularly Egypt, Tunisia, and Lebanon—creating mounting pressure on domestic political orders and worsening these countries’ geopolitical marginalization.
North Africa is a region with tremendous geostrategic importance. Situated at the nexus of Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, the region has drawn the attention of external powers for centuries.
Egypt finds itself at a critical environmental juncture, with climate change posing grave risks to its economy, sovereignty, and stability. A business-as-usual approach or maladaptation could have major adverse consequences.
Past peace processes in Israel and Palestine showed what makes negotiations work. This time, Arab governments are uniquely positioned to broker a lasting peace.
Carnegie Middle East scholars examine the factors that led to the conflict between Israel and Hamas—and what comes next.
Please join the Carnegie Middle East Program for a discussion on the broad climate change challenges that the Middle East and North Africa region is facing.