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The closure of the Strait of Hormuz and subsequent surge in energy prices have been an economic boon to exporters not directly affected by the disruption, Algeria included. But will the windfall revenues translate into something more durable for the North African country plagued by chronic investment deficits and structural reform needs?
Meissa Haouari
After shutting out traditional partners France and Spain, Algeria has quickly expanded ties with Italy with larger geopolitical implications for the region.
Dalia Ghanem
North African states have transitioned from passive observers into active participants in the global contest between rival superpowers. Although they are not central players, their strategic location, abundant resources and infrastructure needs render them increasingly important in global geopolitics.
Yahia H. Zoubir
While the Sahel has long been a hotspot for insurgents and jihadists, inter-state conflict is rising and could explode without swift diplomatic action.
Yahia H. Zoubir
In this special edition Council Views, directors from the ME Council offer their insights on the key trends and conflicts likely to shape the region in the coming year.
Omar H. Rahman, Tarik M. Yousef, Nader S. Kabbani, Dalia Ghanem, Adel Abdel Ghafar
Amid all the conflict and turbulence draining economic productivity, there are glimmers of hope for the region’s economic outlook in 2025.