Afkār is a publication of the Middle East Council on Global Affairs, providing short-form analyses, insights, and perspectives on regional issues and developments from the Council's experts and outside contributors. Afkār is published in English and Arabic, and is edited by Omar H. Rahman.
The Al-Sisi government’s new “National Narrative” promises a fresh development vision but largely echoes familiar economic prescriptions whose social and environmental implications remain deeply problematic.
To achieve Vision 2030 targets, Riyadh recognizes that it must attract more foreign capital. That could mean relaxing long-held rules on foreign ownership in the kingdom.