In this episode of FO° Podcasts, Fair Observer’s Editor-in-Chief Atul Singh is joined by Jean AbiNader, a veteran expert on the Middle East and a Lebanese American who is closely connected to his ancestral land. He analyzes Lebanon’s endangered economy and political instability. Continue Reading
The latest violence in Lebanon, coming shortly before the anniversary of protests that brought down the government, does not bode well for economic and political reforms. Continue Reading
Hezbollah did not enter the conflict between Israel and Hamas, recognizing that it is not ready to engage the Israelis militarily. But what other risks does Lebanon face? Continue Reading
Although recovery from COVID-19 and the economic downturn is still in play, the IMF projects a turnaround for some countries in the Middle East, North Africa and Central Asia. Continue Reading
As Lebanon hits 10,000 lira to the dollar on the informal market, the country faces a bleak spring unless significant, immediate and transparent solutions are implemented. Continue Reading
Is the recent skirmish between Morocco, the Polisario Front and its patron Algeria a threat to regional stability or just more posturing? Continue Reading
The three-time former prime minister has been appointed to lead the latest iteration of Lebanon’s government, with no assurances that the power brokers will cede him the authority for desperately needed reforms. Continue Reading
Global competition, heightened interventions by regional actors and increased local domestic instability have changed the calculus of what will best serve US interests in the Middle East and North Africa. Continue Reading
Morocco’s future in manufacturing, agro-business and technology may determine the country’s capacity to recover its positive GDP growth rate. Continue Reading
Lebanon’s failing economy and the impact of COVID-19 have created a crisis beyond the capacity of the country to manage. Continue Reading
