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Global Policy Dialogue on MENA Perspectives on Global and Regional Governance during Turbulent Times

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Contributed by Doha Forum, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Stimson Center

Posted 24 March 2025

   

The Global Policy Dialogue on Middle East and North Africa Perspectives on Global and Regional Governance, held on December 6, 2024, was a collaborative effort between the College of Public Policy at Hamad Bin Khalifa University, the Stimson Center, the Doha Forum, and the Global Governance Innovation Network. The event convened leading experts and policymakers to discuss ways to enhance governance frameworks at both regional and global levels. Participants explored how international organizations, including the United Nations, the World Trade Organization, the G20, and various regional institutions, could better coordinate to address pressing challenges. The dialogue also marked the beginning of an Arab research network focused on regional and global governance intersections, aiming to build on agreements from the recent Summit of the Future.

Discussions emphasized the need for stronger cooperation between regional and global actors to tackle issues such as peace and security, environmental governance, sustainable development, and artificial intelligence regulation. Key speakers, including Professor Sultan Barakat, addressed the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas as a central issue affecting the broader region, alongside challenges like youth unemployment and limited financial integration. Participants stressed that aligning global governance structures with MENA-specific needs is essential for effective policy implementation, particularly in reconstruction efforts in Gaza and broader economic and environmental concerns.

The event concluded with a consensus on establishing an Arab research network dedicated to analyzing governance issues at both regional and global levels, though further discussions were needed regarding its exact scope and structure. Additionally, four thematic breakout sessions covering international peace and security, environmental governance, sustainable development, and digital and AI governance provided in-depth policy recommendations. These discussions aimed to foster a stronger, research-driven approach to policymaking in the region while strengthening collaboration among scholars, policymakers, and international institutions.

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