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Monday, November 10, 2025
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.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
The convening concluded on October 15 with a high-level public panel titled: “Reimagining Global Health Financing: Priorities and Integration in the Global South.” In her opening address, Her Excellency Dr. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al-Misnad, Minister of State for International Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, reaffirmed that this initiative holds special significance for the State of Qatar, as it embodies its vision for cooperation, innovation, and collective responsibility in promoting global health.”
Sunday, September 28, 2025
The Middle East Council on Global Affairs hosted a high-level roundtable on water diplomacy and governance in the MENA region, bringing together regional and international experts to explore cooperative solutions for water scarcity, transboundary governance, and peacebuilding across the Middle East and North Africa.
Monday, September 15, 2025
Beirut, Lebanon – The 2nd Annual Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Think Tank Forum, co-hosted by the Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs (IFI) at the American University of Beirut, and the Middle East Council on Global Affairs (ME Council), was held on September 15-16 in Beirut. The two-day event gathered… Continue reading 2nd Annual MENA Think Tank Forum Arab Perspectives on Global Public Goods and Their Governance
