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.
International branch campuses of American universities hold tremendous benefits both for the university and the local students who have access to these distinguished institutions without leaving home. However, they are struggling to maintain interest. Why?
Photo credit: Steven Depolo
Read MoreUS-Gulf relations are critical for stability, energy resources, investment, and other key US interests in the Middle East. The flurry of analysis in the Western press has been unanimous in emphasizing the need to reassure America’s Gulf allies. However, while these analyses are well reasoned, they overlook three important political conditions in the region.
Read MoreThis week's roundup includes updates on the Israel-Palestinian peace negotiations, disease outbreak in Syria, and a recent terrorist attack in Yemen
Photo credit: Center for American Progress
Read MoreDespite 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 MorePhotos from Doha, Qatar taken during the Enriching the Middle East's Economic Future VIII Conference | May 2013
