August 25, 2026
Relations between Türkiye and Israel are no longer merely a troubled diplomatic relationship affected by the war in Gaza or by the personal and political […]
August 16, 2026
Executive Summary On 13 August 2026, the football federations of Qatar, Morocco, Egypt, Lebanon, Sudan, and Mauritania issued a joint statement backing FIFA President Gianni […]
August 16, 2026
Photo Credit: VIA REUTERS, Creator: WAM Alliances rarely collapse in a single act of rupture; they erode until one crisis forces years of accumulated divergence […]
August 12, 2026
The convergence of strategic thinking among the leaders of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye led to a landmark security agreement capable of transforming the contemporary […]
August 12, 2026
Photo Source: https://omidradio.com/en The new Syrian-Russian agreement concerning the future of Russia’s military presence at Hmeimim and Tartus is far more than a technical settlement […]
August 10, 2026
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY In late July 2026, roughly 60,000 people crossed from Morocco into the Spanish territory of Ceuta within a few days, the largest such movement […]
August 9, 2026
Photo: Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif pose after signing a joint defence agreement in Mecca, […]
August 8, 2026
Photo: Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif pose after signing a joint defence agreement in Mecca, […]
August 5, 2026
Introduction: A Relationship That Transcends History and Reflects the Reshaping of the International Order As Syria and China commemorate the seventieth anniversary of the establishment […]
July 27, 2026
Source of photo: https://www.thenationalnews.com/ The visit of United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres to Damascus was far more than a routine diplomatic engagement. It came at […]
July 24, 2026
For decades, preventing the proliferation of nuclear weapons has been one of the central pillars of U.S. foreign policy since the end of World War II. […]
July 22, 2026
The Trump administration approved a civil nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia at a delicate moment for Middle Eastern security. The proposed 30-year accord would enable […]
July 21, 2026
On March 1, 2026, Iranian drones struck Amazon Web Services (AWS) facilities in Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates. Days earlier, a separate strike had already […]
July 15, 2026
On July 7, 2026, President Donald Trump announced from Ankara that the United States would lift CAATSA sanctions imposed on Türkiye in 2020 and would consider restoring […]
July 10, 2026
The inauguration of Egypt’s State Strategic Command Headquarters, “The Octagon,” on July 4, 2026, represents more than a military modernization project. It signals a deliberate declaration […]
July 9, 2026
Source of the photo: NATO. https://www.nato.int/en/multimedia/multimedia/photos/2026/07/07/engagement-of-ministers-of-foreign-affairs-with-ici-partners The 2026 NATO Summit took place on 7-8 July in Ankara, Türkiye. The main priority on the agenda had […]
July 6, 2026
Photo’s Source: https://dailybeirut.com/ There is a version of this story Washington likes to tell itself: the U.S. and Iran finally cut a deal, the guns […]
July 3, 2026
The farewell ceremonies for Ayatollah Martyr Seyed Ali Khamenei, the late leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran, are not merely occasions to bid farewell to […]
June 28, 2026
Photo’s Source: CGTN Introduction The relationship between the People’s Republic of China and the six monarchies of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)—Saudi Arabia, the United Arab […]
June 25, 2026
Introduction China formally established diplomatic ties with the European Economic Community in May 1975, marking the 50th anniversary of China-EU diplomatic relations in 2025 and entering […]
June 22, 2026
For nearly half a century, Syria’s designation by the U.S. as a State Sponsor of Terrorism has stood as one of the most enduring features of […]
June 20, 2026
Executive Summary The world has been fighting over Iran’s nuclear program for over 20 years. Wars have been fought. Sanctions have been imposed. People have died. […]
June 3, 2026
When the Al-Aqsa Flood operation unfolded on 7 October 2023, the immediate assumption among regional security analysts was that the escalatory spiral would prove uncontrollable. The […]
May 30, 2026
Photo Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs, People’s Republic of China Introduction At present, profound changes unseen in a century are accelerating across the globe, accompanied […]
May 26, 2026
Photo Source: https://www.sbs.com.au/ Introduction Against the backdrop of escalating tensions in the Middle East and the official visit of U.S. President Donald Trump to China […]
May 11, 2026
Source: https://www.scmp.com/ I. Introduction: A pivotal milestone in global diplomacy The upcoming official state visit of United States President Donald Trump to the People’s Republic of […]
April 28, 2026
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Global Energy Monitor, Global Gas Infrastructure Tracker, and the World Bank Group Beyond Gaza, Iran, Ukraine, and most recently Lebanon, […]
April 22, 2026
I. Introduction On 8 April 2026, the Strait of Hormuz was closed once again. According to data from maritime traffic tracking systems, the oil tanker ‘AUROURA’ […]
April 22, 2026
I. Historical Foundations and the Evolution of Strategic Ties The friendly exchanges between China and Iran are not a modern phenomenon but rather a continuation of […]
April 22, 2026
As the global “throat” of energy transportation, the Strait of Hormuz carries nearly 20 million barrels of crude oil and refined oil products per day, controlling […]
April 21, 2026
THE entire international community is appreciating Pakistan’s deft diplomacy in preventing the termination of the ceasefire between Iran and the United States. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif […]
April 15, 2026
PAKISTAN succeeded in convening historic direct talks between Iran and the United States, known as the Islamabad Talks, on April 11-12, 2026. Both sides had started […]
April 15, 2026
Source: https://www.chinausfocus.com/foreign-policy/chinas-achilles-heel-in-relationship-with-arab-gulf-states Against the backdrop of the escalating military strikes launched by the United States and Israel against Iran, the regional security situation has deteriorated […]
April 1, 2026
From the historical traces of Zheng He’s fleet visiting Jeddah and Mecca in the 15th century AD to the in-depth development of the comprehensive strategic cooperative […]
March 31, 2026
Photo’s Source: https://www.middleeasteye.net/explainers/what-greater-israel Recent comments by the United States of America and Israel have raised concerns amongst the international community, as the two countries indulge […]
March 26, 2026
THE US-Israel ongoing war against Iran has heightened the salience of missile defense systems. The substantial deployment of low-cost drones and ballistic and cruise missiles compels […]
March 25, 2026
International Law under siege On the morning of Saturday, February 28, 2026, coinciding with the tenth day of the holy month of Ramadan, the working week […]
March 17, 2026
ISRAEL and the US expectations that decapitation of Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, through massive airstrikes, would terminate the regime seem driven by “wishful thinking” […]
March 9, 2026
It is incorrect to think that the glass ceiling for women in Middle Eastern politics is just a cultural barrier. It is, instead, a calculated political […]
March 6, 2026
Abstract The February 2026 joint military strikes by the United States and Israel against Iran mark a fundamental shift in Middle Eastern strategic relations. This article […]
February 20, 2026
Defending sovereignty: U.S. Pressure, Iranian Influence, and the Stance Against Foreign Intervention
Source of photo: https://www.newarab.com/news/exclusive-us-steps-pressure-iraq-curb-irans-influence America and Iraq have a long and complicated past, defined by support and conflict, with America constantly jumping between the two. […]
February 11, 2026
THE expiration of the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START) on 5 February 2026, ended the bilateral arms control agreement between Russia and the United […]
February 5, 2026
What happens when war and peace are priced, negotiated, and traded like deals? During Donald Trump’s second term, peacemaking has shifted toward a series of high-profile, […]
February 4, 2026
The Constitutional Court of the Republic of Kazakhstan has published the draft of a new Constitution on 31 January 2026, following an extensive constitutional reform process […]
February 3, 2026
The Board of Peace (BoP), as unveiled at the World Economic Forum in Davos, has been framed by many as controversial, illegitimate, or even as a […]
February 2, 2026
A major part of the diversification drive was to increase the presence of Saudis in the workforce and reduce the unemployment rate in the kingdom. Despite […]
January 29, 2026
Jammu and Kashmir has moved beyond primordial territorial disputes and the nuclear flashpoint between Pakistan and India. It has become the global fault line where three […]
January 26, 2026
IRAN’S prevailing internal turmoil is problematic for its ruling elite and alarming for the entire region. The rising inflation and economic grievances have unleashed demonstrations across […]
January 20, 2026
As American dominance wanes and regional powers compete directly, the changing alignment strategies in the new Middle East reveal a new era of a multipolar trap […]
January 20, 2026
1. Introduction As Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu repeatedly stated, “not everyone who wants a country gets one,” confirming that most aspirants did in fact get […]
January 6, 2026
Introduction: The Algorithmic Battlespace Warfare is undergoing a profound revolution, not in explosive yield, but in the cognitive processes that select targets. The advent of Artificial […]
December 18, 2025
The global energy transition has become an urgent challenge for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), changing economic models, political priorities, and regional power dynamics. […]
December 14, 2025
Introduction A major focus area of Saudi Vision 2030 is the localisation program, which seeks to reduce the Kingdom’s dependencies on foreign goods and promote the […]
December 11, 2025
The ongoing sufferings of the Gazans are not ending due to Israel’s aggressive designs against innocent, unarmed Palestinians and its regional agenda. The continuity of Israeli […]
December 7, 2025
The United States released its 2025 National Security Strategy yesterday, and in my assessment, it represents far more than a traditional security document. It is an […]
December 1, 2025
Introduction In 2016, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman launched Saudi Vision 2030 to diversify the economy and reduce dependencies on oil sector. As part of the […]
November 24, 2025
Source: Wikipedia, Mushroom cloud from the explosion of Castle Bravo, the largest nuclear weapon detonated by the US, in 1954 PRESIDENT Trump has repeatedly called for renewed […]
November 23, 2025
Introduction A decade ago, under the pretext to aiding the Hadi government to establish themselves in the northern parts of Yemen and maintain security in the […]
November 22, 2025
In October 2025, the European Union unveiled the New Pact for the Mediterranean, a landmark initiative aimed at deepening cooperation between Europe and its Southern […]
November 21, 2025
Introduction The following era of the Arab Spring, which has brought along profound outcomes as regards the Middle East and North Africa policy, has coerced scores […]
November 12, 2025
Photo’s source: https://www.ispionline.it Introduction On October 30, 2025, the United Nations (UN) Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs, Tom Fletcher, delivered a stark assessment of the deteriorating situation […]
November 6, 2025
On September 1, 2025, Chinese President Xi Jinping unveiled the Global Governance Initiative (GGI), the fourth in China’s Global Initiative Series, at an expanded meeting of […]
October 19, 2025
Photo’s source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Afghanistan-Pakistan_border.png Introduction In October 2025, fighting erupted between Afghan and Pakistani militaries, signaling an aggravation of a complex and chronical conflict, or conflicts (Ali […]
October 10, 2025
Photo source: The White House – Tony Blair being presented the Presidential Medal of Freedom, 2009, https://georgewbush-whitehouse.archives.gov/news/releases/2009/01/images/20090113-7_p011309cg-0410-515h.html After the official announcement of the 20-points plan […]
October 8, 2025
On October 7, 2025, the Middle East Political and Economic Institute (MEPEI) and EuroDefense Romania, in partnership with the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan to […]
October 8, 2025
Source: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres (C, Front) speaks during the High-level Meeting to Launch the Global Dialogue on AI Governance at the UN headquarters in New […]
October 7, 2025
Source: UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres addresses the “Climate Summit 2025” on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly at the UN headquarters in New […]
October 6, 2025
Photo: Mahmoud Issa /Reuters via Al Jazeera (https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2025/10/4/israeli-air-strikes-hit-gaza-despite-trumps-stop-bombing-demand) On October 6th, 2025, delegations from Hamas and Israel are meeting in Cairo for a new round […]
October 6, 2025
Source: Women Rise for All: Turning Hope into Action Event during Commission on Status of Women UN https://www.un.org/sites/un2.un.org/files/styles/large-article-image-style-16-9/public/field/image/2025/05/un71090439.jpg During the eightieth session of the United Nations […]
October 3, 2025
Introduction The reported Israeli airstrikes in Doha mark a dramatic expansion of conflict into the Gulf, far beyond Israel’s usual theatres of engagement in Gaza, Lebanon, […]
September 30, 2025
Photo source: https://www.whitehouse.gov On September 29th, USA President Donald Trump held a joint statement with his Israeli counterpart, Benjamin Netanyahu, at the White House, presenting his […]
September 2, 2025
Photo: On 31 August 2025, a reception and concert program were held at the Tianjin Meijiang International Convention and Exhibition Center in honor of heads of […]
August 11, 2025
(EPA Photo) 1. Introduction In early August 2025, a trilateral agreement brokered by US President Trump was presented to the public as a “peace pledge” (Ahmadi, Venkatraman, […]
August 3, 2025
Photo’s source: https://www.fmprc.gov.cn/web/wjdt_674879/gjldrhd_674881/202507/t20250716_11671280.shtml On 15 July 2025, the annual Council of Foreign Ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization convened in Tianjin under the chairmanship of […]
August 3, 2025
Since the end of World War II, the US dollar has maintained unrivalled dominance as the backbone of the global financial system. It currently accounts for […]
August 1, 2025
1. Introduction One of the main goals of the United States (US) Presidential Administration, since Donald Trump retook office in January of 2025, has been to […]
July 27, 2025
Background evolutions As of July 2025, the war from Gaza Strip is ongoing and acute, amid violence and Israeli territorial claims in the West Bank. Israel […]
July 27, 2025
As the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region undergoes rapid transformation, many countries have turned toward long-term national development plans to guide their futures. Oman’s […]
July 19, 2025
Photo: Three flags: Ukraine, Russia, and US, by: Dr. Ernest Gunasekara-Rockwell Introduction On July 10th, 2025, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz reportedly asked President Trump to “stay […]
July 16, 2025
Photo’s source: https://news.qq.com/rain/a/20250626A033UK00 From June 25 to 26, 2025, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Defense Ministers’ Meeting was held in Qingdao, Shandong Province, China. As […]
July 10, 2025
11 July 2025 is the 123rd anniversary of diplomatic relations between Iran and Romania. Iran was among the first Asian countries which recognized Romania and in […]
July 10, 2025
Photo: Leaders attending the plenary session of “Peace and Security and Reform of Global Governance” of the 17th BRICS Summit pose for a group photo in […]
July 9, 2025
Photo: Neom marketing says the project aims to attract professionals wanting to create a futuristic development which considers the environment and heritage of the area. (Facebook: […]
July 5, 2025
Photo’s source: http://www.china.com.cn/node_9016203.html Introduction Amid ongoing regional uncertainty and shifting power dynamics, the Second China–Central Asia Summit was held in Astana, Kazakhstan, from 16 to […]
July 2, 2025
Introduction On March 6th, 2024, Palantir Inc. was reportedly awarded with the development and delivery of the Tactical Intelligence Access Node (TITAN) ground station units (U.S. Army, […]
June 26, 2025
June 24th, 2025 will probably enter history as among the most security-relevant day. During a SCO meeting in Beijing, China was advocating for a “common, comprehensive, […]
June 17, 2025
Introduction In a June 11th, 2025, article, the prominent Israeli media outlet Haaretz was presenting and contextualizing Israeli Prime-Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s question on what was wrong […]
June 16, 2025
Note by H.E. Mr. Seyed Hossein Sadat Meidani, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Romania, 16 June 2025 On June 13, 2025, Israel launched […]
June 13, 2025
Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran Bucharest-Romania Press Release Regarding Israeli Regime’s military aggression against the territory of The Islamic Republic of Iran on 13 […]
June 12, 2025
When an amalgam of rebel factions led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham toppled the Bashar Al-Assad regime, whose family had ruled Syria for fifty years until December […]
May 31, 2025
Key issue: On May 30, 2025, reports emerged that Israel has decided to prevent a delegation of Middle Eastern foreign ministers led by Saudi Foreign Minister […]
May 28, 2025
Photo: The 2025 GCC–U.S. Summit, Riyadh, 14 May 2025 Summary: Donald Trump’s latest Middle East tour may appear anti-interventionist, but his real message is something more […]
May 25, 2025
On May 16, President Trump returned to Washington, D.C., after completing his second international trip of his new term—a four-day tour across the Gulf countries. His […]
May 17, 2025
Slogans and posters of a “new era” have taken over the streets of Lebanon, but what does this new era entail? Is there a shift […]
May 11, 2025
On May 6th, 2025, President Donald Trump promised a “really, really positive”, “as big as it gets” announcement related to the Middle East, for Thursday […]
April 30, 2025
Photo: Grunge Pakistan vs India national flags symbol isolated on weathered broken cracked wall background, abstract Pakistan India politics conflicts pattern concept texture wallpaper © helloRuby […]
April 27, 2025
In 2025, the Middle East is undergoing a seismic shift. The long-standing patterns of rivalry—once defined by sectarian divides and foreign interventions—are being reshaped by two […]
April 25, 2025
Introduction The Syrian civil war has long transformed the region into a fragmented geopolitical chessboard, attracting the involvement of regional and global powers. With the recent […]
April 24, 2025
The prospect of a direct military confrontation between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States of America stands as one of the most complex […]
April 13, 2025
At the end of 2023, European Union’s (EU) Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) Terms was estimated at current $ 26.43 trillion, still […]
April 9, 2025
IRAN is a member of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty and continues to cooperate with the International Atomic Energy Agency. The Iranian ruling elite frequently reiterates its […]
March 29, 2025
The Arab plan for the reconstruction of Gaza is facing significant challenges from the U.S. and Israel after positioning itself as a viable alternative to Trump’s […]
March 27, 2025
In the name of God, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful International Qods Day, observed annually on the last Friday of Ramadan, has become a day […]
March 22, 2025
On 12 February, 2025, Algerian Air Force confirmed to acquire Russian fifth-generation Su-57 fighter jets and personnel training have been taken place in Russia. Algeria, as […]
February 21, 2025
Photo: flags of EU and Tunisia The European Union’s (EU) migration policies have long sought to balance control with cooperation, aiming to curb irregular migration […]
February 17, 2025
Image Credit: Manuel Augusto Moreno, Getty Images The adversarial relationship between Iran and Israel has deep historical roots, tracing back more tough to the 1979 […]
February 16, 2025
The 2025 report associated to Munich Security Conference is titled “Multipolarization”, a recuring theme throughout the publication that acknowledges and identifies a major transformation at […]
February 11, 2025
HE Dr. Seyed Hossein Sadat Meidani delivers the speech on the Occasion of 46th Anniversary of the Islamic Revolution of Iran at Rapsodia Hall, the Grand […]
February 11, 2025
Photo: US President Donald Trump along with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a joint press conference In Washington on February 04, 2025. Introduction: To […]
February 2, 2025
In mid-January 2025 the World Bank (2025, a)[1] released the first edition of this year of the macroeconomic report, Global Economic Prospects, entitled “Emerging and Developing […]
January 31, 2025
The macroeconomic climate improved in China (the second largest economy in the world, with a nominal dimension of over USD 18tn in 2024) at the end […]
January 29, 2025
Donald Trump was sworn in for a second term on January 20, 2024. He returns to office with a sound mandate, a fresh team and complete […]
January 27, 2025
Photo: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani met in Ankara in December 2024, https://www.aa.com.tr/ Introduction Türkiye-Qatar […]
January 27, 2025
Source of photo: https://en.wikipedia.org/ The European Union’s unique nature as a global actor has sparked extensive debate about its international role and influence. Traditionally viewed […]
January 21, 2025
Source of photo: https://futureuae.com/ Donald Trump’s re-election triumph marks a turning point in the way American foreign policy is approached in the face of the […]
January 19, 2025
Source of photo: Wikipedia, Lebanese President Joseph AOUN In the past five years, Lebanon has faced continuous crises and difficulties. A severe economic collapse in 2019 […]
January 16, 2025
Despite being widely known as crude oil exporters, the Persian Gulf countries, such as the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Oman, aim to significantly strengthen […]
January 16, 2025
As part of their efforts to diversify away from an oil-based economy, Middle Eastern countries have increased their spending on space exploration and technology in recent […]
January 13, 2025
President Biden Meets with President Netanyahu. Credit: Getty Images In October 2023, the longstanding conflict between Israel and the Sunni Islamist group Hamas saw a […]
January 8, 2025
The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, encompassing the Maghreb, Mashreq, and Gulf subregions, represents a profoundly complex geopolitical entity, characterized by its diversity in […]
December 29, 2024
With Donald Trump now elected as the next president and set to assume office shortly, the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region again stands […]
December 18, 2024
Photo: A woman waves the flag of the Syrian rebels as people gather on Sunday in Umayyad Square, located in the Syrian capital of Damascus, to […]
December 18, 2024
Photo: The new Syrian flag raised high in Damascus. The unceremonious ouster of President Bashar al-Assad entirely transformed the domestic political landscape in Syria and […]
December 14, 2024
On November 27, 2024, a ceasefire agreement was put into effect between Lebanon’s Hezbollah and Israel, marking a complex beginning of a new post-conflict phase. Before […]
December 6, 2024
Kazakhstan is rapidly solidifying its position as a rising economic power and an influential diplomatic actor on the global stage. With strategic initiatives in multiple sectors, […]
November 26, 2024
During 18-19 November Brazil hosted the 2024 edition of the G-20 Summit, a Group formed in 1999 (in the context of the economic crises in Asia […]
November 23, 2024
Photo’s source: https://www.aa.com.tr/en, President Donald Trump and Premier Benjamin Netanyahu Trump has previously proclaimed himself the “best thing that could ever happen to Israel” (Schechter), […]
November 12, 2024
With a nominal GDP forecasted by the IMF experts to exceed USD 1.4tn in 2024, Indonesia is included in the Top 20 economies in the world. […]
November 12, 2024
DONALD Trump’s triumph in the 47th presidential election held on November 5, 2024, has kicked off an intensive debate among commentators about his Administration’s internal and […]
October 31, 2024
At the beginning of 20th century, the United States (US) was emerging as a global superpower. The end of the Cold War determined changes in the […]
October 29, 2024
The recent BRICS summit unveils the organization’s strategic expansion to solidify its position as a prominent global player. President Putin and Xi reiterated their global worldviews, […]
October 26, 2024
The rapid transformation in global geopolitics, the vertical proliferation of nuclear weapons, nuclear-armed states signaling to use nuclear weapons to intimidate adversaries, and the escalation of […]
October 22, 2024
As of 2024, the Sahel region appears to undergo geopolitical transformations and the Russian propaganda is often mentioned as a major factor in the disruption. While […]
October 15, 2024
We are facing two major and historic global transformations, while the fate of both transformations remains uncertain. First: The global order that emerged after World War […]
October 15, 2024
The rapid transformation in global geopolitics has intensified the vitality of multinational organizations for regional peace and security. The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) has steadily evolved […]
October 1, 2024
Following the invitation of Chinese People`s Association for Peace and Disarmament (CPAPD), during the period 19-21 September, our colleague Ecaterina Matoi, attended the “Commemoration of the […]
September 24, 2024
Photo’s Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1415460 The Wakhan Corridor, a narrow strip of land in Afghanistan’s Badakhshan Province, holds immense geopolitical significance due to its location at the […]
September 21, 2024
Venue: Grand Hotel Bucharest 5*, Rapsodia Conference Hall (1st Floor), Blvd. Nicolae Bălcescu, nr.4 (Piața Universității), Sector 1, Bucharest Organizers: MEPEI (Middle East Political and Economic […]
September 19, 2024
Iraqis are proud successors of a millennia-long, rich, diverse, and relevant culture, that fascinated and inspired humanity far beyond its borders. In early July, 2024, […]
September 16, 2024
Note by H.E. Mr. Seyed Hossein Sadat Meidani Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Romania On the Occasion of International Day of Science, Technology […]
September 8, 2024
China, the European Union (EU) and the United States (US) are three major markets at global level, that exchange goods and services in an ever faster […]
September 3, 2024
-On the occasion of the Day of Diplomacy of Romania- Asia’s cultural diversity, economic vitality, technological innovation, and geopolitical significance collectively underscore its pivotal role in […]
August 20, 2024
Chinese President Xi Jinping holds talks with Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad al-Thani, emir of Qatar, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of […]
August 13, 2024
The geopolitical dynamics of the South Caucasus are witnessing a pivotal transformation driven by NATO’s strategic engagement and Russia’s receding influence. This shift has substantial implications […]
August 12, 2024
In recent years, with the acceleration of global digital transformation, artificial intelligence has become a key technology driving economic and social development. The collaborative relationship in […]
August 11, 2024
Photo’s source: https://www.lbc.co.uk “It’s 2030 in the UK & you’re being executed for posting a meme …”[1] On July 29th, 2024, a stabbing attack […]
August 11, 2024
Photo’s source: https://bgtvnetwork.com In the 21st century’s technological wave, artificial intelligence has become a core driving force for global economic growth and social progress. In […]
August 10, 2024
The contemporary socio-economic progress of the world heavily depends on the utilization of energy resources, particularly oil. Kazakhstan, the largest oil producer in Central Asia, is […]
August 7, 2024
Photo’s source: https://www.lightcastlebd.com As if the crises around the world were not sufficient, on August the 5th, 2024, the now former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh […]
August 6, 2024
Palestinian group Hamas’s political leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in Tehran on Wednesday, 31st July in an attack attributed to Israel, hours after an Israeli strike […]
August 5, 2024
Photo’s source: https://www.maannews.net/news The State Council of the People’s Republic of China announced on July 23rd, 2024, that 14 Palestinian factions signed the Beijing Declaration, […]
August 1, 2024
Note by H.E. Dr. Seyed Hossein SADAT MEIDANI on the Election of New President of the Islamic Republic of Iran In the name of God, the […]
July 31, 2024
Photo: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, attends the closing ceremony of […]
July 29, 2024
Source of Photo: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2024_SCO_summit#; A group photo of the SCO heads of state at the 24th SCO Summit in Almata, Kazakhstan: (from left to right) Zhang […]
July 21, 2024
Abstract The digital transformation of the modern era is meteoric and fleeting, leaving governments and institutions on the forefront of dealing with unprecedented regulatory and organizational […]
July 18, 2024
Photo: the Iran’s newly-elected president, Masoud Pezeshkian The ultimate authority over Iran’s major policies lies with Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, while the president of […]
July 11, 2024
MEPEI organised the roundtable Kazakhstan – on the Way of Progressive Reforms. A New Chapter in Romania – Kazakhstan Cooperation on 15th of May 2024 in […]
July 6, 2024
Photo: Greater Israel”, according to the founding father of Zionism Theodore Herzl, is a Jewish State stretching “from the Brook of Egypt to the Euphrates. […]
June 23, 2024
Indian migrant workers in the Gulf. source: Iain Masterton / Alamy Stock Photo Abstract The kafala system, central to the Arab Gulf States’ (AGS) economic […]
June 7, 2024
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan shaking hands with President Volodymyr Zelensky and President Vladimir Putin respectively. Image sources: cnn.com Abstract In today’s great power competition between […]
June 7, 2024
Abstract: During the 10th ministerial meeting of China-Arab States Cooperation Forum, China and Arab countries made many achievements in the political, economic and cultural fields, […]
June 2, 2024
Relations between Afghanistan and Pakistan have been accompanied by many difficulties since the beginning of Pakistan’s independence. In addition to cultural relations, the two countries have […]
May 29, 2024
Photo: Iranian President Ebrahim RAISI and Foreign Minister Hossein AMIR-ABDOLLAHIAN On May 19, 2024, a tragic helicopter crash in a mountainous and forested area of […]
May 28, 2024
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the China – Arab States Forum. Over the past 20 years, the forum has always adhered […]
May 20, 2024
ÎN NUMELE LUI DUMNEZEU, CEL ATOTPUTERNIC Declarația Ambasadei Republicii Islamice Iran la București cu privire la decesul Excelenței Sale, Președintele Ebrahim Raisi și a […]
May 20, 2024
IN THE NAME OF GOD, THE ALMIGHTY Statement by the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Bucharest On the occasion of demise of His […]
May 16, 2024
Statement by H.E. Mr. Seyed Hossein Sadat Meidani Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Romania Persian Language Day: Peace and Respect for Human Life […]
May 15, 2024
Excelența Voastră, Domnule Secretar de Stat Luca Niculescu, Domnilor Miniștri, Domnilor Parlamentari, Președinți și Primari ai Autorităților Locale, Reprezentanți ai mediului economic și de afaceri, reprezentanți […]
May 14, 2024
Photo’s source: https://www.arabnews.com/; GCC-C5 July 2023 Summit Kazakhstan and the Middle East have multifaceted historical connections, involving various aspects such as politics, economy, and culture. Historically, Kazakhstan and the […]
May 14, 2024
May 14, 2024
Photo’s source: https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/20230708-jordan-massive-demonstration-to-support-palestine-resistance/; Thousands of Jordanians gather during a demonstration in solidarity with Palestinians in Amman, Jordan. [Laith Al-jnaidi – Anadolu Agency] Abstract. This article examines the […]
May 8, 2024
MEPEI (The Middle East Political and Economic Institute) and EuroDefense Romania, in partnership with the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Romania are organizing the […]
May 8, 2024
Photo’s source: https://www.tehrantimes.com/; The official welcoming ceremony of the President of Uzbekistan Shavkat MIRZIYOYEV to the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Ebrahim RAISI was […]
May 2, 2024
Photo’s source: https://english.aawsat.com/; A state trooper pepper sprays pro-Palestinian protesters, during the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas, after police vehicles were blocked […]
April 28, 2024
Photo’s source: https://samvadaworld.com/ Introduction The conflict in the Gaza Strip that began on October 7, 2023 propagated in more directions throughout the region. The Houthi[1] […]
April 17, 2024
Photo’s source: https://radio.cgtn.com/podcast/news/1/Boao-Forum-2024-concludes-in-Hainan/474900 – Conclusion of the Boao Forum 2024 The 2024 Boao Forum for Asia concluded on March 29, 2024, in Hainan, China. The theme […]
April 11, 2024
Source: www.pinterest.com – Kazakhstan and Middle Eastern countries Kazakhstan has been actively engaging with the Middle East region, fostering a multifaceted relationship that encompasses political, economic, […]
April 3, 2024
Photo’s source: https://neighbourhood-enlargement.ec.europa.eu/; the flags of Egypt and EU The European Union on Sunday, March 17 (2024) announced a €7.4 billion aid package for cash-strapped […]
April 3, 2024
Photo’s source: https://www.arabnews.com, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Introduction During the past six decades, the relations between Iran and […]
April 2, 2024
Press Communiqué Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Bucharest with respect to the terrorist attacks to the Islamic Republic of Iran’s diplomatic premises and […]
April 2, 2024
Photo’s source: https://www.primeminister.am/en/press-release/; Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan The diplomatic landscape in Armenia has seen a significant shift in recent years, particularly in its relationship […]
March 27, 2024
Photo Sources: https://chinaglobalsouth.com/, Copies of the Chinese government’s new concept paper on the Global Security Initiative Abstract Currently, global challenges continue to emerge, with regional […]
March 27, 2024
Foto: Sărbătorirea Nowruz la Muzeul Național al Satului „Dimitri Gusti”; Ambasadori – ES Dl. Annamammet Annayev, Turkmenistan; ES Dl. Yerlik Ali, Kazahstan; ES Dl. Özgür Kivanç […]
March 27, 2024
Photo: Celebrating Nowruz at the National Museum of the “Dimitri Gusti” Village; Ambassadors – HE Mr. Annamammet Annayev, Turkmenistan; HE Mr. Yerlik Ali, Kazakhstan; HE Mr. […]
March 25, 2024
Photo’s source: https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/turkiye-iraq-development-road-project-enhancing-regional-connectivity-trade/2993555 As an alternative to the traditional transit routes, Iraq’s Development Road project aims to create an Iraqi transborder transportation network, connecting the […]
March 25, 2024
Photo’s source: https://www.atnews.co.za/; According to official data, 115 people were killed. Information is being updated. Photo: TV BRICS/ Prensa Latina Introduction On March 22nd, 2024, a […]
March 20, 2024
Photo’s source: https://amwaj.media/; Iraqi Kurds wave Israeli and Kurdish flags during an event in Erbil, northern Iraq, on Sept. 16, 2017. (Photo via Getty Images) Introduction […]
March 15, 2024
Introduction Late 2023 shook up the Middle East, as the Hamas attack on Israel and the continuous war in Gaza proceeded. As such, the illusion of […]
March 13, 2024
Photo’s Source: https://www.tasnimnews.com/, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met on the side-lines of a joint meeting of the Organization of Islamic […]
March 13, 2024
Photo’s Source: https://forum.valuepickr.com/t/india-middle-east-europe-shipping-and-railway-connectivity-corridor-the-route-to-riches/112365 Introduction On September 9, 2023, eight G20 members signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish India – Middle East – Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) at the G20 […]
March 11, 2024
Introduction Since October the 8th, 2023, hostilities at the border between Lebanon and Israel reached new heights. Hezbollah was among regional actors that reacted to Israel’s […]
March 4, 2024
Photo’s Source: https://thecradle.co/articles-id/5009 – Syria joins the Chinese BRI The Syria-China relationship has seen notable development and complexity, particularly in the context of the Chinese […]
February 28, 2024
Photo’s Source: Encyclopedia Britannica: https://www.britannica.com/place/Bab-El-Mandeb-Strait Map of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait Introduction A strait with great geopolitical importance, the Strait of Bab el-Mandeb, also known as […]
February 27, 2024
Photo: The Group of International Experts participated at the Sixth Baghdad International Dialogue Conference On February 24 and 25, 2024, MEPEI’s President Flavius CABA-MARIA participated […]
February 19, 2024
PREAMBLE i. The interest in a “new architecture” of security implies the recognition that there was also an “old architecture” which is no longer available and […]
February 19, 2024
Photo’s Source: https://www.ankasam.org/energy-the-main-basis-of-china-iraq-relations/?lang=en; Chinese and Iraqi flags Introduction China and Iraq have close economic and trade cooperation. China is Iraq’s largest trading partner, and Iraq […]
February 14, 2024
Photo’s Source: https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202303/1287448.shtml – CPC President in Dialogue with World Political Parties High-Level Meeting via video link and delivers a keynote address Abstract The Global […]
February 14, 2024
On February 13, 2024, Middle East Political and Economic Institute organized the webinar “Ethiopia: BRICS member and new challenges in the Horn of Africa”, the event […]
February 14, 2024
Pe data de 13 februarie 2024, Middle East Political and Economic Institute a organizat webinarul „Etiopia: membru BRICS și noile provocări din Cornul Africii”, evenimentul fiind […]
February 12, 2024
Photo’s Source: www.ena.et Introduction Ethiopia is one of the most important actors in East Africa and it exerts great influence in its neighboring regions. On […]
February 12, 2024
În Numele Lui Dumnezeu, Cel Milostiv, Cel Îndurător Data de 11 februarie 2024, marchează cea de-a 45-a Aniversare a Republicii Islamice Iran, care reprezintă aproape jumătate […]
February 12, 2024
Photo’s Source: Shirinkin Yevgeny/Shutterstock; Pakistan and Iran flags The recent Iranian drone and missile attack in Pakistani Baluchistan has reignited tensions that have further worsened […]
February 6, 2024
MEPEI (Middle East Political and Economic Institute) are deosebita plăcere să vă invite să participați la discuția online cu tema Etiopia: membru BRICS și noile provocările […]
February 6, 2024
The Salafist and Jihadi ideology contains a strongly anti-Shiite and anti-Iranian approach. Thus, the State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) or Daesh from the very […]
February 5, 2024
Photo’s Source: www.japantimes.co.jp, Meeting between the representatives of the US and China Introduction From January 26 to 27, 2024, the Member of the Political Bureau of […]
February 1, 2024
Photo: Aspects from the event In the period January 31 to February 2, 2024, Prof. Ecaterina MAȚOI, Program Director at MEPEI, participated in the event organized […]
January 31, 2024
Photo’s source: www.chinaglobalsouth.com – Instances of Chinese diplomacy On January 9, 2024, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi presented China’s diplomatic work for 2024 at the […]
January 25, 2024
The history of relationships The current land of Oman either had many economic and cultural connections with Iran or was placed under the control of Iranian […]
January 22, 2024
Photo source: wikipedia.org / In an important development in bilateral relations between Tehran and Moscow, “Iran’s Deputy Defense Minister Brigadier General Mahdi Farahi on November 28, […]
January 20, 2024
Photo’s Source: PBS.org, Russian president Vladimir Putin attends remotely the BRICS summit in August 2023 Introduction On January 1, 2024, Russia took over the rotating […]
January 17, 2024
SOURCE: https://www.newarab.com The outbreak of any conflict between Israelis and Palestinians invariably puts a spotlight on Egypt. One of the Arab-Islamic world’s most important countries […]
January 17, 2024
Photo’s source: wikipedia.org / Palestine refugees (British Mandate of Palestine – 1948). “Making their way from Galilee in October-November 1948” “Refugees are mothers, fathers, sisters, […]
January 16, 2024
Photo’s source: Wikipedia, Edmund Gall, A few of us climbed the bell tower of one of the churches in the Muslim Quarter to get outstanding views […]
January 16, 2024
In recent times, the complex issue of Palestinian displacement has taken center stage, prompting a closer look at Israel’s goals and strategies for managing this challenging […]
January 14, 2024
Source: www.abc.net.au, Flags of Palestine and Israel Although the solution for a long-term ceasefire has not been confirmed at present, the issue of governance in […]
January 11, 2024
Source: Youtube.com On January 1st, 2024, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Iran and Ethiopia became full members of the BRICS. Since then, the […]
December 26, 2023
Source: http://me.china-embassy.gov.cn/, Special Envoy of the Chinese Government on the Middle East Issue, Ambassador Zhai Jun Introduction China is more than ever deeply concerned about […]
December 18, 2023
Photo’s Source: Wavy.com, Russian President Vladimir Putin and the UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahya Introduction During the tour of the Gulf countries, on December […]
December 18, 2023
Photo’s source: The New Arab – The meeting between Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) and Russian President Vladimir Putin On […]
December 11, 2023
Photo’s source: https://english.ahram.org.eg/; From left to right: Incumbent president Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi; Abdel-Sanad Yamama, head of Egypt s oldest liberal party, the Wafd; Farid Zahran, head of […]
November 12, 2023
Source: https://twitter.com/NATOSouthernHUB – Aspects from the event During the beginning of November 2023, between 7th and 9th, the Allied Command Transformation, under the Open Perspectives […]
September 20, 2023
The intensification of international competition over Turkmenistan’s transit lines represents a multifaceted and evolving phenomenon that carries significant implications for both Turkmenistan and Central Asia’s broader […]
September 18, 2023
Tensions between Iran and Egypt began again after the Islamic Revolution, when the exiled Shah of Iran, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, was welcomed by former Egyptian President […]
September 14, 2023
Iran and Kingdom Saudi as the most important Shiite and Sunni countries in the Islamic world, are two main pillars of the balance of power in […]
September 12, 2023
Why was this agreement made with the participation of Qatar despite the fact that countries like Iraq and Oman have hosted several rounds of meetings in […]
September 11, 2023
Introduction Over the past few months, the US has dispatched additional military forces to the Middle East in multiple phases in order to strengthen its operational […]
September 10, 2023
As the largest closed lake in the world, the Caspian Sea has always played an important role for coastal countries, especially the Islamic Republic of Iran […]
September 2, 2023
In the face of unprecedented global polarization, the BRICS alliance has made an impressive step forward by revealing an expanded new strategy that resembles a thriving […]
August 31, 2023
The debate was organized by the EuroDefense Romania and the Middle East Economic and Political Institute on August 30, 2023 For the moment BRICS cannot […]
August 30, 2023
The 15th BRICS summit took place in the midst of a tumultuous, almost entropic period in international politics, characterised by the end of the pandemic period, […]
August 29, 2023
The expansion of the BRICS is seen as a significant move to reshape the global order and provide a counterweight to the US and its allies. […]
August 28, 2023
The 15th BRICS meeting is a key landmark that marks a substantial change in the global economic landscape. This move is mostly related to the addition […]
August 25, 2023
During the period of August 13-16, 2023, I participated in THE 11TH MOSCOW CONFERENCE ON INTERNATIONAL SECURITY where I was invited by the organizers (the Ministry […]
August 18, 2023
In the heart of Africa’s unfolding narrative, a new chapter unfolds, bearing the weight of a somber tale woven with the threads of power shifts and […]
August 14, 2023
Türkiye has emerged as a prominent hub, attracting a significant influx of refugees, mostly originating from Ukraine and Russia. However, the 2022 invasion of Ukraine by […]
August 1, 2023
“Today, we have five firms among the world’s top 100 defense companies. This number will inshallah increase constantly. Our goal is to entirely end our foreign […]
July 21, 2023
IN THE NAME OF GOD, THE ALMIGHTY Statement of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Bucharest regarding the Insults to the Sanctity […]
July 19, 2023
Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman welcomes President Tayyip Erdogan in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, July 17, 2023 Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has […]
July 8, 2023
Photo: Streets in Babylon, Iraq. Source: Wikipedia The capacity of a nation to improve its performance in a variety of spheres of life chief among […]
June 17, 2023
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan Türkiye is a significant member of NATO and a major military force in the Black Sea. Türkiye has always played […]
June 12, 2023
Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani. Photo Source: https://en.mehrnews.com/ On June 2, Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani stated that his nation, Saudi […]
June 11, 2023
President Bashar al-Assad, Photo source: Sana.sy Over the past few months, there has been a surge of diplomatic endeavours in the Middle East, which […]
June 3, 2023
Located in the heart of the Middle East, Syria is on the mend after a horrific civil war that lasted for over a decade. President Bashar […]
June 2, 2023
The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has raised concerns on an international scale, with potential repercussions extending far beyond the immediate region. This Op-ed aims […]
June 1, 2023
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina departed Dhaka on May 22nd, 2023, for Doha on a three-day official visit to attend the Qatar Economic Forum 2023 at the […]
May 25, 2023
On May 23 and 24, 2023, during the bilateral visit of a high-level delegation from the SSCAF (Strategic Studies Centre of Armed Forces), Nasser Higher Military […]
May 18, 2023
On May 17, 2023, Middle East Political and Economic Institute and the Embassy of the Republic of Armenia to Romania partnered for a conference organized at […]
May 15, 2023
Sudan is a country that is currently experiencing a state of strife, with a persistent conflict that has resulted in significant devastation and considerable hardship for […]
May 8, 2023
The upcoming 2023 election in Türkiye is expected to be significant, as it may determine the future direction of the country’s foreign policy. Under the leadership […]
May 3, 2023
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in Damascus International Airport – SANA Executive summary: On May 3, the Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was welcomed by the Syrian Minister […]
May 3, 2023
Source of the photo: www.mfa.gov.tm Executive Summary: The Fourth Meeting of Foreign Ministers of Afghanistan’s Neighboring States called on the Taliban to form an inclusive government […]
May 1, 2023
Sudanese army chief Gen. Abdel Fattah al-Burhan (left) and RSF head Lt Gen Hemeti (Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo) “Sudan is not Arab enough for Arabs and […]
April 24, 2023
The endless sorrow of the Sudanese people is like a scar that refuses to heal, a constant reminder of the pain and suffering that has plagued […]
April 18, 2023
The Iraqi Minister of Foreign Affairs, Fuad Hussein, and the Ukrainian Foreign Minister, Dmytro Kuleba, during a joint press conference. Photo: Al-Arabiya News On April […]
April 13, 2023
The Middle East is a region of significant importance to the United States (US) due to its strategic location and abundance of natural resources, particularly oil. […]
April 7, 2023
Source of the photo: China MFA Over the past thirty years, China has experienced an average Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate of over 10%, solidifying […]
April 1, 2023
The speech was delivered during the webinar “China’s deepening ties with the Middle East”, organized by MEPEI (the Middle East Political and Economic Institute) and IRS […]
March 30, 2023
MEPEI calls on the international community for lifting unilateral sanctions on Syria to facilitate humanitarian aid and to start rebuilding the Syrian economy. Due to the […]
March 23, 2023
Russia’s involvement in Africa is a phenomenon that has been around for a while. During the Cold War, the Soviet Union was heavily involved in African […]
March 20, 2023
Celebrated on March 20, 2023, Nowruz represents the Iranian or Persian New Year, celebrated by various ethnicities worldwide, being a festival based on the Iranian Solar […]
March 17, 2023
In an unprecedented turn of events, Iran and Saudi Arabia have come to a momentous agreement on March 10, 2023, which has the potential to bring […]
March 15, 2023
Source of the photo: Sana.sy Executive summary: On March 14, 2023, President Bashar al-Asaad paid an official visit to the Kremlin leader, Vladimir Putin together with […]
March 10, 2023
Source of the photo: https://www.presstv.ir/ 1. Introduction The first International Congress on Women of Influence (ICWI) was held in Tehran, the capital of the Islamic Republic […]
March 6, 2023
The Taliban celebrated the signing of their first international deal since taking power in August 2021 with a televised event on January 5, 2023. The document […]
March 2, 2023
Source of the Photo: https://www.farsnews.ir/ “I am too intelligent, too demanding, and too resourceful for anyone to be able to take charge of me entirely. […]
March 1, 2023
Diplomatic engagement with Asia is stepped up through multilateral and bilateral mechanisms, including the Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM). The 1st of March marks the ASEM Day, which […]
February 27, 2023
Statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran On the Peaceful Settlement of Ukraine Crisis The Islamic Republic of Iran reiterates […]
February 27, 2023
Statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran On the Peaceful Settlement of Ukraine Crisis The Islamic Republic of Iran reiterates […]
February 27, 2023
Statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran On the Peaceful Settlement of Ukraine Crisis The Islamic Republic of Iran reiterates […]
February 27, 2023
Statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran On the Peaceful Settlement of Ukraine Crisis The Islamic Republic of Iran reiterates […]
February 27, 2023
Statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran On the Peaceful Settlement of Ukraine Crisis The Islamic Republic of Iran reiterates […]
February 27, 2023
Statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran On the Peaceful Settlement of Ukraine Crisis The Islamic Republic of Iran reiterates […]
February 27, 2023
Statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran On the Peaceful Settlement of Ukraine Crisis The Islamic Republic of Iran reiterates […]
February 27, 2023
Statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran On the Peaceful Settlement of Ukraine Crisis The Islamic Republic of Iran reiterates […]
February 27, 2023
Statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran On the Peaceful Settlement of Ukraine Crisis The Islamic Republic of Iran reiterates […]
February 27, 2023
Statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran On the Peaceful Settlement of Ukraine Crisis The Islamic Republic of Iran reiterates […]
February 13, 2023
Source of the photo: Wikipedia; Collapsed building in Syria As most countries that possesses natural resources or find themselves at the intersection of big interest, […]
February 10, 2023
In the Name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful, On 11 February 2023, Iranian nation will celebrate the 44th anniversary of the Islamic Republic of […]
January 30, 2023
For a long time, China was Lebanon’s principal trading partner. The sale of cheap and high-quality Chinese items is a key source of income in Lebanon. […]
January 30, 2023
On January 26, 2023, MEPEI and EuroDefense Romania co-organized a Zoom webinar, following the closure of the debates in Davos’ World Economic Forum 2023 reunion. With […]
October 27, 2022
Source of photo: https://www.president.ir/en/138074. Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi met with Russian President Vladimir Putin In Tehran on 19 July 2022. Some argue that the Ukrainian war […]
October 26, 2022
The High Council for Human Rights of The Islamic Republic of Iran (18 October 2022) Introduction: In the implementation of paragraph (7) of Article 45 of […]
October 25, 2022
On October 25th, 2022, on the occasion of the Republic Day of Kazakhstan, the essay competition “Let’s discover Kazakhstan” award ceremony was hosted at the Diplomatic […]
September 29, 2022
Ebrahim RAISI, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran In the name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful Preliminary Report of the High Council […]
September 19, 2022
The Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Romania, with the support of Middle East Political and Economic Institute (MEPEI) and EuroDefense Romania, organizes an essay […]
June 23, 2022
Thursday, 07 July 2022 Venue: Marshal Garden Hotel, 5th Floor – Panoramic 1 Conference Hall, Calea Dorobanților 50B, Bucharest, Romania Organizers: MEPEI (Middle East Political and […]
June 7, 2022
Executive summary: On the 15th of May 2022 Parliamentary elections were held in Lebanon (hereinafter the Country). People cast their vote after a season of protests, […]
May 5, 2022
Between May 5th and May 6th, 2022, MEPEI, together with the University Babes-Bolyai from Cluj-Napoca, the Faculty of History and Philosophy, the Department of International Studies […]
April 6, 2022
Executive summary: On the 15th of May 2022, new parliamentary elections will be held in Lebanon. The last four years have been particularly critical for the […]
April 5, 2022
On Thursday, March 24, 2022, MEPEI (Middle East Political and Economic Institute) and EuroDefense Romania, in partnership with IFIMES (International Institute for the Middle East and […]
March 30, 2022
Photo’s source: www. aa.com.tr Shah Mahmood Qureshi and Sergey Lavrov arrived in China to attend the third meeting of the foreign ministers of Afghanistan’s neighboring […]
February 23, 2022
Book description: On a general note, this book assesses Iran’s role in contemporary geopolitics. In particular, it examines three main intertwining circles: Iran’s development and political […]
February 23, 2022
On 2nd December 2021, the Bucharest-based think-tanks Middle East Political and Economic Institute (MEPEI) and EuroDefense Romania, in partnership with IPIS (the Institute for Political and […]
January 28, 2022
The announcement that Joe Biden and Xi Jinping will meet virtually before the end of this year raises the prospect that China and the US could […]
January 14, 2022
Executive summary: Lebanon is facing today one of the deepest and most intense crises of the entire Middle East region. It is a mix of social, […]
September 16, 2021
Although the conflict between Azerbaijan and Armenia has left the front pages of the world media, the geopolitical trends in the region are still taking shape. […]
July 30, 2021
On July 29th, 2021, the first edition of the Journal MENA in FOCUS was launched in an invitation-based event, held in Bucharest. As the ongoing pandemic […]
July 26, 2021
The Middle East is one of the most relevant geopolitical and geostrategic regions of the world. To better understand its developments, it is necessary to know […]
July 5, 2021
Executive Summary: On the 5th of June 2021 an Omani delegation has visited Yemen for the first time since the breakout of the civil war in […]
July 5, 2021
Executive summary: Lebanon is facing a multi-dimensional crisis that is worsening by the day, therefore the need for a solution is crucial. Lebanon has long been […]
July 4, 2021
This paper is dealing with the following issues: Part 1 – Trends and issues 1.The currency valuation a) Factors that are stabilizing the exchange rate b) […]
July 2, 2021
One of the most important questions for people is why the Middle East, despite having one of the richest sources of energy in the world, it […]
July 1, 2021
On June 29, 2021, Yair LAPID, Israeli Foreign Minister during a visit to UAE, opened the first embassy of the Jewish state in the Gulf. LAPID […]
June 29, 2021
On June 26, 2021, Türkiye’s President ERDOGAN took the first step in the construction of a ship canal skirting Istanbul. The Turkish government is convicted that […]
June 18, 2021
The agreements for the new government were signed on the 11th of June, two days earlier than the deadline. The right-wing Yamina party was the last […]
June 11, 2021
The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is a project initiated and conducted by Ethiopia. The purpose is to create a gravity dam on the Blue Nile […]
June 9, 2021
On June 7, 2021, the Iranian media reported that Ali Akbar MOHTASHAMIPOUR, a former interior minister and Iranian cleric who is considered the founder of Lebanese […]
June 8, 2021
Recent developments have placed the Middle East region at a geopolitical turning point, challenging the European Union (EU) more than ever, to the extent that a […]
June 4, 2021
Benjamin Netanyahu is the longest-serving prime minister of Israel, being in function for the past 12 years. But this might soon change, as Israel is trying […]
May 26, 2021
On May 25, 2021, Iran’s Interior Ministry has released a final list of the candidates found qualified by the Constitutional Council to run for president in […]
May 14, 2021
How the conflict began On the 6th of May, the Palestinians started to protest against the decision taken by the Supreme Court of Israel on the […]
May 13, 2021
On May 12, 2021, Former Iranian President Mahmoud AHMADINEJAD filed his nomination on the second day of registration to run in the June presidential elections. He […]
May 11, 2021
On May 11, 2021, the US Treasury Department sanctioned seven Lebanese people connected to Hezbollah for illicitly transferring $500m on behalf of the Iran-backed group. The […]
May 10, 2021
On May 8, 2021, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan signed several agreements to improve ties, after months of strained relations between the close allies over the disputed […]
May 6, 2021
On the 27th of April 2021, the Global Studies Center, “Lucian Blaga” University of Sibiu hosts as a special guest, Mr. Samer Al-LAHAM, Syrian civil engineering, […]
May 5, 2021
On May 5th, 2021, Iraqi President SALIH said that negotiations between Iran and Saudi Arabia have occurred in Iraq “more than once”. SALIH revealed this in […]
May 4, 2021
The webinar entitled “Forget the Türkiye you Thought you Knew” was held online on Wednesday, April 21, 2021. The event was hosted by Menas Associates and […]
May 3, 2021
On April 29, 2021, Atlantic Treaty Association (ATA) hold a high-level online conference with the theme ”NATO 2030 – Reflections and Lessons from NATO’s past-visions for […]
April 27, 2021
On April 26, 2021, President ERDOGAN announced after a cabinet meeting new measures to curb a surge in coronavirus infections and deaths. Turks will stay mostly […]
April 26, 2021
Türkiye’s foreign ministry CAVASOGLU has summoned the US ambassador in Ankara to protest the US decision to mark the deportation and killing of Armenians during the […]
April 20, 2021
Understanding power relations in the Middle East requires two basic dimensions. One is to know the essence of the international system and the role of international […]
April 20, 2021
Iran’s Foreign Ministry said the country is open to direct talks with Saudi Arabia after media reports said the two countries held secret talks in Baghdad. […]
April 19, 2021
Eastern Mediterranean has always been the heart of many problems such as the Cyprus issue, the Syrian civil war, the civil war in Libya, and the […]
April 18, 2021
On April 14, 2021, the UAE ambassador to the US, Yousef Al OTAIBA said in a virtual discussion with Stanford University’s Hoover Institution that the UAE […]
April 14, 2021
On April 14, 2021, the Greek Prime Minister MITSOTAKIS said after a meeting with the president of the Libyan Presidential Council, Mohamed al-MENFI in Athens that […]
April 13, 2021
On April 13, 2021, Iranian President Hassan ROUHANI had a meeting in Teheran with the Russian Foreign Minister Serghei LAVROV. Iranian president appreciates Moscow’s support at […]
April 12, 2021
On April 12, 2021, Türkiye and Libya renewed their commitment to a controversial maritime deal signed in 2019, as Libyan Prime Minister Abdulhamid DBEIBAH paid his […]
April 5, 2021
Until 1980, Elections in Türkiye were mostly held in normal time. However, all the 7 elections held after 1980 were organized approximately one year before the […]
April 4, 2021
While the subject of sanction to Türkiye was not on the agenda at the summit, in the final declaration published after the summit, emphasis was placed […]
April 2, 2021
The temporary blockage of the Suez Canal by cargo ship EVER GIVEN on the 24th of March has highlighted the volatility of the global supply chain […]
April 1, 2021
The legislative election in Israel took place on the 23rd of March 2021 and it was the country’s fourth election organized in only two years. The […]
March 29, 2021
Introduction Women’s Protection Treaty or the Council of Europe Convention on Preventing and Combating Violence against Women was opened for signature for the first time in […]
March 26, 2021
Since the 23rd of March, 2021 the Suez Canal has been completely blocked by the Ever-Given container ship, which is owned by a Japanese trade company […]
March 25, 2021
COVID-19 crisis has now become an extensive global issue. It should undoubtedly be considered the most influential phenomenon and process for the formulation and structure of […]
March 20, 2021
The Second Tehran Dialogue Forum was held online on Tuesday, March 16, 2021. It was led by Dr. Mohammad Kazem Sajjadpour the president of the Institute […]
March 19, 2021
The Second Tehran Dialogue Forum was held online on Tuesday, March 16, 2021. It was led by Dr. Mohammad Kazem Sajjadpour the president of the Institute […]
March 18, 2021
The Second Tehran Dialogue Forum was held online on Tuesday, March 16, 2021. It was led by Dr. Mohammad Kazem Sajjadpour the president of the Institute […]
March 17, 2021
On March 15, 2021, Abdul Hamid DBEIBAH and the rest of his cabinet were sworn in to lead the country’s transition to elections in December, when […]
March 16, 2021
Every development in the Eastern Mediterranean continues to change both the agenda and the politics of the region. Türkiye has experienced tensions with Egypt and Greece […]
March 10, 2021
The Biden administration has revived the prospects of the JCPOA agreement. However, progress in discussion on both the reinstatement of the agreement and on Iran’s broader […]
March 9, 2021
On March 8, 2021, Pope Francis concluded a trip to Iraq. This event demonstrated that Iraq, still beset by violence and recovering from decades of war […]
March 5, 2021
Since the collapse of the Soviet Union, Russia has made increasing efforts to regain its former dominance over the South Caucasus region with rich energy resources […]
March 2, 2021
The project was developed at the initiative of the Middle East Political and Economic Institute, the Center for China Studies, and the EURISC Foundation, under the […]
March 1, 2021
On the 4th of March 2021, the Global Studies Center, “Lucian Blaga” University of Sibiu hosts as a special guest, Dr. Audeh B. QUAWAS, Jordanian Senator […]
February 8, 2021
The conference benefited from the contribution of a diverse and prestigious roster of experts and diplomats from Romania and other EU countries, as well as from […]
February 3, 2021
On February 2th, 2021 Palestinian Authority launched a COVID-19 vaccination campaign with health workers receiving the first shots after the delivery of doses from Israel and […]
January 26, 2021
Transfer of Caspian Sea gas to Italy is another dimension of gas cooperation between Azerbaijan, Türkiye, and Europe, given that currently Ankara and Baku have become […]
January 20, 2021
The Chinese economy grew more than expected in 2020, even as the rest of the world was upended by the coronavirus pandemic. The data presented by […]
January 20, 2021
On November 19th 2020, the Middle East Political and Economic Institute, alongside the EURISC Foundation, organized the 6th yearly International Conference dedicated to the Middle East […]
January 18, 2021
Egypt – France Presidential Reunion Between December 6th and December 8th, Egyptian President Abdel Fatah Al-Sisi undertook an official visit in the French capital, aimed at […]
January 12, 2021
Following the Gulf Cooperation council rift dating back to 2017, the current evolution of the situation indicates that the crisis might end soon. Qatar is under […]
November 20, 2020
The current landscape of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), after all the political, military and geopolitical evolutions the Arab world went through during the […]
November 19, 2020
On November 19, 2020, the Bucharest-based think-tanks the Middle East Political and Economic Institute (MEPEI) and the EURISC Foundation organized the Webinar/ International Conference “Post-pandemic: A […]
November 12, 2020
On November 12, 2020, Alena DOUHAN the UN special rapporteur on unilateral coercive measures and human rights urged Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain, and Egypt to […]
November 10, 2020
On November 10, 2020, Lutfi ELVAN the former deputy PM was appointed treasury and finance minister to replace Berat ALBAYRAK according to Türkiye’s Official Gazette. ELVAN, […]
November 2, 2020
Under the 2030 Vision of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), the strategic framework developed in 2016, Artificial Intelligence (AI) became a key topic to be […]
October 30, 2020
The Middle East is responsible for producing about 27% of world oil production. While state-owned enterprises produce much of the oil, many international oil companies engage […]
October 23, 2020
On Thursday, October 22, 2020, almost a year after his resignation amid fervent protests, former Lebanese Prime Minister Saad Hariri was re-elected to form a new […]
October 19, 2020
On October 19th, 2020, according to data released in Beijing, GDP climbed 4.9 % in the third quarter from a year ago. That’s lower than economists […]
October 16, 2020
On October 13, 2020, in Cairo, a tripartite summit that brought together foreign ministers of Egypt, Jordan, and Iraq was held. The summit, held within the […]
October 14, 2020
On October 12, 2020, a new Jordanian government was approved through Royal Decree, the cabinet being headed by Bisher Al Khasawneh, as Prime Minister and Minister […]
October 12, 2020
Last week, the Lebanese president, Michel Aoun, announced that he will launch consultations with the parliament at the beginning of this week, in order to progress […]
October 8, 2020
The route between Istanbul and Dubai remained closed except for a few scattered cargo operations after Turkish Airlines and Emirates began reviving their pandemic depleted schedules […]
October 7, 2020
The Arab Youth Survey 2020 finds the Levant region has the highest number of people aged 18-24 considering emigrating, as identified by this research paper published […]
October 5, 2020
On Friday, October 2, 2020, Morocco and the US signed an agreement for military cooperation, valid for a period of 10 years. Among others, the deal […]
September 30, 2020
On September 29th, 2020 the prime minister and vice president of the United Arab Emirates said his country plans to send an unmanned spacecraft to the […]
September 29, 2020
Forming a government seems like an impossible task for Lebanon since the Prime Minister-designate Moustapha Adib quit on Saturday, September 26, 2020, after failing to line […]
September 28, 2020
On Sunday, September 27, 2020, the Jordanian King Abdullah II dissolved the Parliament through royal decree as of Sunday and with another royal decree, a new […]
September 23, 2020
Despite surpassing the deadline imposed by France for the formation of a new government (September 14, 2020), Lebanon has not yet reached a conclusion to the […]
September 18, 2020
As a result of Lebanon’s failure to form a new government by mid-September in accordance with a schedule laid out together with France, French President Emmanuel […]
September 11, 2020
On Wednesday, September 9, 2020, the Arab League held a meeting via video conference at the Arab League headquarters, at the level of foreign ministers, to […]
August 31, 2020
On August 31, 2020, Mustapha ADIB Lebanon’s ambassador to Germany was nominated by former Lebanese Premier Saad HARIRI to formal consultations to be the next prime […]
August 27, 2020
The French President Emanuel MACRON has sent a roadmap to the Lebanese politicians, containing political and financial reforms needed to unlock foreign aid and rescue the […]
August 19, 2020
On Tuesday, August 18th, the UN-trial for the 2005 assassination of former Lebanese Prime Minister resulted in the accusation of a Hezbollah commander for the operation. […]
August 17, 2020
Although the MENA region is subject to constant turmoil, caused mainly by political and economic issues (influenced by the oil resources), there are other domains that […]
August 14, 2020
On Thursday, August 13th, 2020, Israel and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) concluded a historic agreement, under the supervision of United States (US), which is meant […]
August 11, 2020
Following the explosion from the port of Beirut on August 4th and the subsequent violent protests of the population due to the lack of reforms in […]
July 29, 2020
Virtual Seminar on International Cooperation in Public Health Organised By The Shanghai Institutes For International Studies (SIIS) and EURISC Foundation, in partnership with the Middle East […]
July 21, 2020
In January 2016, just as sanctions were eased, Chinese President Xi Jinping visited Tehran and proposed a long-term comprehensive, strategic partnership programme that would involve Chinese […]
July 17, 2020
Jordan’s top court has dissolved the country’s branch of the Muslim Brotherhood, a transnational Islamist movement, an official said on July 16, 2020, citing the group’s […]
July 16, 2020
On July 15, 2020, Tunisia’s prime minister quit after less than five months in office, threatening fresh political deadlock as the North African nation battles the […]
June 12, 2020
This book was published by Middle East Political and Economic Institute and Institute for Middle East Strategic Studies (IMESS), Tehran, Iran in October 2013 as the […]
May 15, 2020
The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic has highlighted the economic, social, political, and structural weaknesses of the European Union. It has resulted not only in human tragedy, but also […]
May 14, 2020
On May 13, 2020, the United States publicly threatened to trigger a return of all UN sanctions on Iran if the UN Security Council does not […]
May 13, 2020
Türkiye accused the United Arab Emirates of bringing chaos to the Middle East through its interventions in Libya and Yemen. Mevlut CAVUSOGLU the Türkiye Foreign Minister […]
May 11, 2020
On May 11, 2020, Mohammed al-JADAAN Saudi Arabia finance minister said the kingdom will triple its Value Added Tax and halt monthly handout payments to citizens […]
May 7, 2020
On May 6, 2020, in Baghdad, the Iraqi Parliament voted to approve the government of Mustafa Al KADHIMI, ending weeks of political deadlock. The parliament approved […]
May 4, 2020
On May 04, 2020, Iran dismissed as “illegitimate” efforts by the United States to extend the U.N. Security Council arms embargo on Tehran, an Iranian Foreign […]
April 30, 2020
On April 29, 2020, the Secretary of State Mike POMPEO is publicly arguing that the United States is still a participant in the Iran nuclear deal […]
April 23, 2020
On April 21, the Turkish President Recep Tayyip ERDOĞAN and Russian counterpart Vladimir PUTIN discussed ways to combat the novel coronavirus in a phone call, and […]
April 23, 2020
On April 21, 2020 the Russian President Vladimir PUTIN and the Iranian counterpart Hassan ROUHANI discussed during a phone conversation the recent situation related to the […]
April 22, 2020
On April 22, 2020, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said successfully launched the country’s first military satellite, Noor – 1 (“Light”), into space; just a […]
April 14, 2020
Even as the world scrambles to respond to the new coronavirus pandemic, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has once again emerged as the global leader in […]
January 10, 2020
The Trump administration’s strategic miscalculation in assassinating Iranian General Qassem Soleimani has institutionalized anti-American sentiment in Iran’s domestic politics and among the Iranian public. This has […]
July 18, 2019
The joint roundtable between the Middle East Political and Economic Institute (MEPEI) and the China Institute of Contemporary International Relations (CICIR) was held on the 26th […]
July 11, 2018
In the Name of God, the Almighty Your Excellencies, Ambassadors and Heads of Missions, Distinguished Guests, Esteemed Audience, Ladies and Gentlemen, I welcome all of you, […]
January 18, 2018
HE Mr. Mohammad J. ZARIF, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Iran, presented his speech on the 2nd Teheran Security Conference 2018 – Regional Security in the West […]
November 17, 2017
Nuclear energy – a gateway for Russia’s power in the MENA region In the area of nuclear energy, Russia holds the monopoly with its strategic outreach […]
October 2, 2017
On the 21st of September 2017 high NATO officials met in Brussels with representatives of the main groups of geopolitical and strategic think-tanks from Romania. The […]
July 18, 2017
In late 2016, the heads of Russia and Türkiye proposed to hold talks in Astana. The President of Kazakhstan, Nursultan Nazarbayev, during the telephone talks with […]
July 18, 2017
There is an increased need for adopting a deeper and more comprehensive approach for understanding terrorism in the shadow of the present conflicting approaches adopted. One […]
July 18, 2017
A region in complete chaos We can recognize a tree according to its fruits: since the US President’s visit to the Middle East, Saudi Arabia and […]
July 15, 2017
Why do we need cultural diplomacy? My answer is: because the world is changing. And if the world is changing, politics, in its higher meaning of […]
July 15, 2017
There is no order and military balance in the region. The region is not in good shape. The region does not have stable relations with the […]
July 14, 2017
We know, many of us, that good practices in solving conflicts exists… But despite these good practices, we are riding the waves of culture. Whatever we […]
July 12, 2017
In the Name of God, the Almighty Your Excellencies, Ambassadors and Heads of Missions, Distinguished Guests, Esteemed Audience, Ladies and Gentlemen, I welcome all […]
June 27, 2017
“Evolutions in Fighting Terrorism and the New Challenges of the Middle East” is an event organized by the Bucharest-based think-tank MEPEI (Middle East Political and Economic […]
April 9, 2017
International Summer School #1 Craiova & Musetesti, Romania July 23-29, 2017 Introduction The International Summer School addresses critical topics for the global community. It is high […]
February 10, 2017
IN THE NAME OF GOD, THE COMPASSIONATE, THE MERCIFUL 1. At the beginning of this speech, I am very pleased to hold the Islamic Republic of […]
November 16, 2016
His Excellency Dr. Mohammad Javad ZARIF, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran paid an official visit to Romania on 9th November […]
October 4, 2016
The end of September 2016 proved to be eventful for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: the country announced a severe drop in public spending, by cutting […]
June 28, 2016
During an interview with Mr. Răzvan MUNTEANU, Hosam MATAR a prominent Lebanese researcher specialized in International Relations at the Consultative Center for Studies and Documentation from […]
June 13, 2016
Department of International Studies and Contemporary History – Faculty of History and Philosophy, Babeș-Bolyai University of Cluj-Napoca in cooperation with Middle East Political and Economic Institute […]
June 8, 2016
On the 2nd June 2016, Bucharest was the host of the International Conference “Fighting Terrorism for World Security and Critical Infrastructure Protection”, organized by MEPEI – […]
May 26, 2016
Middle East Political and Economic Institute (MEPEI), The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and EURISC Foundation request the pleasure of your company to attend […]
April 13, 2016
Event: Intensive courses Venue: Hotel Marshal Garden, Bucharest The date of the event: 18th April- 19th May 2016, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, from 17:00- 20:00 Organizer: Centre […]
May 7, 2015
Libya is one of the most critical flashpoints in the Mediterranean and the broader Middle East region. The consequences of its instability have already spread throughout […]
July 8, 2014
We submit to your attention the announcement for the International Summer School GEOPOLITICA, 6th edition, 2014- THE NEW DIMENSIONS OF ENERGY STRATEGY IN THE MENA REGION, […]
October 16, 2013
Middle East Political and Economic Institute and the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran request the pleasure of your company to attend the International Conference […]
May 12, 2013
The on-coming 11th Iranian presidential election (June 14, 2013) represents probably one of the most important events of 2013 for the Middle East in terms of […]
May 10, 2013
Middle East Political and Economic Institute (MEPEI), “Ion Conea” Association for Geopolitics and Islamic and Cultural League in Romania, in collaboration with Central University Library “Carol […]
February 9, 2013
Before, during, even after the election`s day, Jordan faced a crucial opportunity for the democratization process, even though elections are just an essential step not the […]
January 17, 2013
Middle East Political and Economic Institute (MEPEI) applied and received accreditation as International Observers Group for the upcoming Parliamentary Elections in Jordan scheduled to take place […]
January 3, 2013
Human rights and human security in the Middle East were subject of debate for so many international organizations, in the words of H.E. Asma Khader “security […]
November 21, 2012
After several months of debates The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan has a new Election Law, a revived Independent Election Commission, and the vote was already set […]
July 6, 2012
The concept of charity and moral responsibility lies in each of the three Abrahamic religions, and is based on a simple principle of taking from those […]
August 1, 2010
The Kataeb Party has been described as a “builder, surrogate and defender of the [Lebanese] state”.[1] By detractors it was a “fascist” group whose ideology was […]
February 14, 2010
United States President Barack Obama’s decision to name Robert Ford, as the new ambassador to Syria, to fill a post that has been vacant since 2005 […]
October 2, 2009
“A state cannot be constituted from any chance body of persons, or in any chance period of time” said Aristotle, and historical Lebanon is no exception. […]
October 1, 2009
Two Katyusha rockets were fired on Friday September 11, from southern Lebanon into northern Israel, prompting retaliatory artillery fire from the Israeli army. This incident, taking […]