A Blog of the UCLA Center for Middle East Development
A blog of the UCLA Center for Middle East Development (CMED).
These articles represent the views of the authors only, and do not constitute the positions of UCLA, the International Institute, or the Center for Middle East Development. Articles are primarily written by UCLA undergraduate students.
King Abdullah II will meet President Xi over the next four days to discuss the nature of the bi-national relationship and pressing international issues. How will this meeting influence the Chinese role in the Syrian crisis and throughout MENA?
Roger Price Photography. September 2013
Read MoreAn examination of pressing underlying questions regarding the new Russian proposal for Syria.
Read MoreIn celebration of the Jewish New Year (and love of good food), try out some traditional recipes with Middle Eastern influence. Shana tova (happy new year)!
Read MoreThe Egyptian crackdown on the Gaza tunnels, which began in February 2013, is a symptom of growing anti-Palestinian and anti-Hamas sentiment in Egypt. Although the country has been moving away from Nasser’s vision of pan-Arab nationalism for decades, the distinctly negative portrayal of Palestinians is a new development.
Read MoreAlthough many Americans associate Middle Eastern regimes with government censorship and repression, the contemporary art world in MENA has actually flourished, and is as vibrant as ever in the wake of the Arab Spring. These nine contemporary artists each convey a unique and insightful perspective on their lives and connections with their respective countries in the Middle East.
Read MoreHave you read about Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and Pippa Middleton’s date at Wimbledon? What about how Morrissey mistakenly performed at a pro-Morsi rally? Or that the luxurious Emirates airline now boasts a shisha lounge aboard their A380 fleet? You probably haven’t. But that’s about to change.
Despite their rich oil resources, the countries of the Gulf region are determined not be left behind in the rush to develop renewable energy and sustainable technologies. But are "sustainable cities" such as those under construction in Abu Dhabi and Dubai the most effective and efficient method?
Read MoreAs the face of Egyptian leadership is rapidly changing in the recent whirlwind of the (alleged) military coup/revolution, photographers have well documented the faces of the Egyptian people.
Photo: Gigi Ibrahim
Read MoreRamadan starts tonight, so we've rounded up some popular Ramadan recipes from all over the MENA region. Whether you're observing the holiday or not, these are some must-try recipes for a taste of Middle Eastern gourmet in the spirit of the season.
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