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Recent Articles

Iran’s Renewable Energy Prospects and Challenges

Iran’s renewable energy sector now produces less than one percent of the nation’s total electricity, far less than its neighbors Amid the multiple crises roiling the Middle East, Iran’s new President Masoud Pezeshkian also faces important decisions about his country’s energy destiny. Characterized by excessive reliance on fossil fuels and frequent power …

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A New President Visits an Old Partner: Tehran Turns to Iraq

In his first trip abroad as president, Masoud Pezeshkian reaffirmed Iraq’s central role in Iran’s foreign policy. Masoud Pezeshkian’s inaugural trip to Iraq from September 11-13 marked a pivotal moment in the evolving relationship between the two neighbors. The new president’s visit underscores Iraq’s strategic importance to Iran and reflects Pezeshkian’s commitment …

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Breaking Down Saudi Arabia’s Ambitious Climate Agenda

After decades of growing rich on oil exports, Riyadh recognizes that it must adapt to a changing climate and global economy if the Kingdom—and Saudi leaders are betting big. In the last half-decade, Saudi Arabia has deliberately set out to realize a green economy and achieve an energy transition that …

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Amid a Climate in Crisis, the UAE Doubles Down on Renewable Energy

The United Arab Emirates has decided to leverage its immense wealth to bring about a green revolution, but staying the path will require an enduring commitment. As increasingly devastating climate events underline the need to transition away from fossil fuels, the rapid and sustainable development of renewable energy resources has …

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Charting a Course: Türkiye’s Ambitious Plan for Middle Corridor Trade Expansion

Dr. Umud Shokri,Dr. Serhat Suha Cubukcuoglu,Sultan AlRubaei Amidst rising tensions and disruptions to maritime trade along the Mediterranean-Indian Ocean route, another trade corridor that roughly coincides with the ancient Silk Road has once again heightened in importance: The Middle Corridor, also known as the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR), is …

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