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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.
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Nasser Saidi

President, Nasser Saidi & Associates; Former Minister of Economy and Trade and Minister of Industry of Lebanon

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Trumponomics, Tariffs and the Global Flight From the U.S. 
GCC and Asian economies are moving to de-risk from American dominance.
Nasser Saidi
With a New Government in Charge, a New Era in Lebanon Beckons
A rare and unexpected opportunity has presented itself in Lebanon. With a new reform-minded government at the helm, there is a chance the country—with help from the GCC—can finally put its house in order.
Nasser Saidi
Whither the New Syria?
After the sudden collapse of the Assad regime, the failed state and economy need rebuilding from the ground up.
Nasser Saidi
Trump Must Focus on Rebuilding a War-Torn Middle East
The cost of recovering from the current level of destruction surpasses anything that came before. A concerted effort with the United States will be necessary to rebuild.
Nasser Saidi
Lebanon Conflict Will Only Exacerbate Existing Economic Crisis
The country is battling core infrastructure damage, collapsed business activity and decimated tourism.
Nasser Saidi
Trump Redux Could Bring in the Law of Unintended Consequences
Gulf states need to expect the unexpected as an “America First” agenda could fragment global trade.
Nasser Saidi
Central Bank Digital Currencies’ Impact on MENA Economies – Council Views
Experts from the ME Council and its network analyze the potential impacts of central bank digital currencies on MENA economies and the future of money globally.
Nader S. Kabbani, Tarik M. Yousef, Ahmet F. Aysan, Nasser Saidi, Rabah Arezki, June Park
Economic Diversification is the GCC’s Top Priority
Saudi Arabia has taken great steps to diversify its economy – Kuwait must follow suit.
Nasser Saidi
GCC can emerge as ‘Middle Powers’ in second Cold War
Geopolitical polarization is providing an opportunity for GCC states to assert greater power and influence on the world stage.
Nasser Saidi

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