Water and Global Cities: Turning Risks into Opportunities Climate change compels cities to rethink their approach to water supply and distribution China’s Grip on the Global South: Here to Stay? After decades of being relegated to the periphery of China’s geostrategy, the regions of what is now collectively termed the Global South have become an essential component of China’s external engagement and foreign policy. Africa Middle East and North Africa The UAE’s Rising Military Role in Africa: Defending Interests, Advancing Influence The United Arab Emirates' activism in Africa centers on mariti ..read more

Middle East and North Africa Oman’s Sultan Goes to the UAE: Why it Matters Also to the US and China Med This Week | Experts from the MED network react to the Israel-Iran escalation Oman and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have revived their bilateral relations, elevating Oman's status as a key infrastructural hub in the region. Ispi for G7: Discover the Programme A series of International Conferences in the context of Think7 (T7), the official engagement group of the G7 co-chaired by ISPI. Iran-Israel: Direct Confrontation Opens a New Era The attack on April 1 ..read more

The EU and the Middle East crisis: United in Division?  The MED This Week newsletter provides informed insights on the most significant developments in the MENA region, bringing together unique… The Future of Urban Energy: Switching Cities On or Off? Decolonising the Empire? Identities and Secessionism in the Post-soviet Region Energy Politics in the MENA Region: From Hydrocarbons to Renewables ..read more

Minilateralism in East Asia, Here It Comes Again The alliance-building process led by the US in East Asia is still ongoing. Following the establishment of initiatives such as… The Motherland Abroad: The Impact of Russians Fleeing the War Military Conscription in the Arab World: The (Re)emergence of a Trend Why Hamas-Israel War Can Be a Turning-Point for Yemen’s Houthis ..read more

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Middle East and North Africa All Eyes on Tehran: “Strategic Patience” or Retaliation?  Med This Week | Experts from the MED network react to the Israel-Iran escalation Ispi for G7: Discover the Programme A series of International Conferences in the context of Think7 (T7), the official engagement group of the G7 co-chaired by ISPI. Iran-Israel: Direct Confrontation Opens a New Era The attack on April 14th marked a significant shift in the conflict dynamics between Iran and Israel, as Iran directly targeted Israel with drones and missiles, albeit intercept ..read more

Minilateralism in East Asia, Here It Comes Again The alliance-building process led by the US in East Asia is still ongoing. Following the establishment of initiatives such as… The Motherland Abroad: The Impact of Russians Fleeing the War Military Conscription in the Arab World: The (Re)emergence of a Trend Why Hamas-Israel War Can Be a Turning-Point for Yemen’s Houthis ..read more

Beyond its deep human and political repercussions, the conflict in Gaza is profoundly impacting Israel’s economy. The financial toll of ..read more

Digitalisation and Cybersecurity Digitalisation and Cybersecurity In GCC states, the national transformation plans 'beyond hydrocarbons', known as "Visions", also have a still underexplored security dimension and defence side. An Overview of the Impact of GenAI and Deepfakes on Global Electoral Processes Recent advancements in generative artificial intelligence have sparked concerns as highly realistic yet fabricated images and videos flood the digital landscape, challenging the authenticity of public figures and democratic processes. Middle East and North Africa All Eyes on Tehran: “Strategic ..read more

The EU and the Middle East crisis: United in Division?  The MED This Week newsletter provides informed insights on the most significant developments in the MENA region, bringing together unique… The Future of Urban Energy: Switching Cities On or Off? Decolonising the Empire? Identities and Secessionism in the Post-soviet Region Energy Politics in the MENA Region: From Hydrocarbons to Renewables ..read more