Washington’s approach to trade has roiled markets and relationships, but it has also created opportunities for Gulf energy producers, especially as the stability of long-term LNG contracts gain in their appeal.

Masha Kotkin

Although Trump’s 20-point plan does not say much about Gaza’s economic reconstruction and recovery, what is known raises significant concerns. Yet there are better alternatives on the table that can still be incorporated.

Mohamed El Dahshan

Despite years of negotiations over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam and its implications on Nile water distribution, the project has been completed without an agreement in place. What happens now? 

Ahmed Morsy, Tsedenya Girmay

Fresh off a diplomatic win in sub-Saharan Africa, Trump advisor Massad Boulos paid a visit to Libya and signaled the administration’s desire to reset its approach in the country.

Walid Ali

Lebanon is at a crossroads. While Hezbollah is facing enormous pressure to give up its weapons, there are no guarantees that the national and regional interests of all sides will be protected, especially given Israel’s continued occupation of southern Lebanon. 

Saoud El Mawla

North African states have transitioned from passive observers into active participants in the global contest between rival superpowers. Although they are not central players, their strategic location, abundant resources and infrastructure needs render them increasingly important in global geopolitics.