Press Releases

Wednesday, January 7, 2026
CMU-Q and Middle East Council on Global Affairs sign MoU to expand research and educational cooperation

The Middle East Council on Global Affairs (ME Council) and Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a comprehensive framework for cooperation in research, education, and professional development across the region. The agreement was signed by Michael Trick, Dean of CMU-Q, and Dr. Khalid Al-Jaber, Executive Director of… Continue reading CMU-Q and Middle East Council on Global Affairs sign MoU to expand research and educational cooperation

Saturday, December 6, 2025
The Middle East Council on Global Affairs and Qatar Research, Development & Innovation Council Sign MoU at Doha Forum

The Middle East Council on Global Affairs (ME Council) and Qatar Research, Development & Innovation (QRDI) Council, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the Doha Forum to deepen collaboration on scientific research, development, and innovation.

Saturday, December 6, 2025
The Argentine Council for International Relations and the Middle East Council on Global Affairs Sign MoU at the Doha Forum

The Middle East Council on Global Affairs (ME Council) and the Argentine Council for International Relations (CARI) have signed an MoU to enhance cross-regional collaboration on global governance and international affairs. Through joint research, policy papers, and expert exchanges, the partnership will address key issues including great-power competition, middle-power agency, conflict and security, and the rising influence of the Global South. By combining CARI’s expertise in Latin American affairs with the ME Council’s deep knowledge of MENA dynamics, the agreement aims to generate timely insights, strengthen policy dialogue, and advance informed debate on today’s most pressing geopolitical and economic challenges.

Monday, November 10, 2025
Doha Hosts the 21st Korea–Middle East Cooperation Forum

The 21st Korea–Middle East Cooperation Forum convened senior officials, policymakers, and experts in Doha to advance dialogue and collaboration under the theme “A Partnership for Peace and Prosperity.” Co-organized by the ME Council, KAS, and the Jeju Peace Institute, the forum explored geopolitical shifts, future industries, and youth leadership.