The World Through Arab Eyes: Arab Public Opinion and the Reshaping of the Middle East | 06/05/13
Shibley Telhami
Distinguished scholar Professor Shibley Telhami shares his insights on U.S.-Middle East relations and discusses his new book, "The World Through Arab Eyes: Arab Public Opinion and the Reshaping of the Middle East." Drawing from polling data collected over the last two decades, "The World Through Arab Eyes" dives into the Arab psyche to understand the motivations behind the uprisings and what that means for the future political environment in the Middle East. (U.S. Global Engagement Program)
Past Events
Investing in an Independent Scotland | 04/05/13
Alex Salmond
First Minister Alex Salmond, leader of the government in Scotland, will address Scotland's place in the world economy, including the economic viability and credibility of an independent Scotland within the European Union and beyond. This event is only open to Special Invitees, Friends Committee members, and Patrons. (U.S. Global Engagement)
U.S. Global Engagement Program: Report from the Middle East | 02/07/13
Charles D. Freilich
Charles D. "Chuck" Freilich will address recent events in the Middle East, including the recent hostilities that saw sustained attacks on Gaza and on Israeli cities. (U.S. Global Engagement Program)
Going to Tehran: Prospects for U.S.-Iranian Engagement | 01/17/13
Flynt Leverett,
Hillary Mann Leverett
Flynt and Hillary Mann Leverett will discuss their new book, "Going to Tehran: Why the United States Must Come to Terms With the Islamic Republic." The Leveretts will address what they see as a catalogue of misunderstandings on the part of the United States about Iran and Iranian policies, and will explore possible terms of engagement for the second Obama administration. (U.S. Global Engagement Program)
Prospects for U.S.-Iran Relations | 12/13/12
Seyed Hossein Mousavian
Ambassador Mousavian is singularly qualified to speak on prospects for U.S.-Iran relations. An Iranian policymaker and scholar, he headed the Foreign Relations Committee of the Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) during the presidency of Mohammad Khatami; served on Iran's nuclear diplomacy team in negotiations with the European Union and International Atomic Energy Agency; and served as foreign policy advisor to SNSC Secretary Ali Larijani. (U.S. Global Engagement)
Special Screening of "Playing for Power: The Agents Who Derailed the Soviet Union" | 06/07/12
Bringing together little-known archival footage and brand-new interviews, "Playing for Power" sheds light on the prominent and backroom players who brought Boris Yeltsin to power in 1991, but lost momentum during the implementation of democracy in Russia. (U.S. Global Engagement Program)
Iran: A Diplomatic Solution | 03/08/12
Thomas R. Pickering
As the crisis facing the United States and the world with respect to Iran continues to escalate, can a diplomatic solution be found? The stakes here are truly monumental. (U.S Global Engagement Program)
Report from Iran | 11/15/11
Mohammad Javad Ardashir Larijani
A former vice minister of Foreign Affairs and member of the Iran Majlis (Parliament), and currently secretary general of the High Council for Human Rights, Dr. Larijani will address a range of topics central to Iran's domestic political situation and to U.S.-Iran relations. (U.S. Global Engagement Program)
Toward a More Robust Public Policy Environment in the Middle East | 10/31/11
Jon B. Alterman
Dr. Alterman describes the principal challenges for the Arab Middle East states as "developing human capital and strengthening public policy environments." In aspiring to these, he calls for patience and long-haul commitment, even restraint, from Western donor sources. (U.S. Global Engagement Program)
Illusions of Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism | 10/27/11
Louise Richardson
The 9/11 attack cost the lives of three thousand people, the counter-attack cost the lives of tens of thousands. Are we safer today? What must we do in the next ten years to maintain our security, and our perspective on the threat posed by terrorism? (U.S. Global Engagement Program)
Jackson-Vanik: Time for Reconsideration? | 09/13/11
Randi Levinas,
Jack F. Matlock,
Stephen Sestanovich,
David C. Speedie
The Jackson-Vanik amendment has been imposed on Russia for 37 years. Is it time for repeal? (U.S. Global Engagement Program)
