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Sandy Alkoutami
James C. Gaither Junior Fellow, Middle East Program

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How Gen Z Will Shake Up Foreign Policy

While Generation Z will inherit the fallout from failures of U.S. leadership at home and abroad, it has the tools and perspective to shape a more sustainable and inclusive future. Four principles of a Gen Z foreign policy should guide today’s policymakers for tomorrow’s global challenges.

· December 3, 2020
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Revived by Disease

The coronavirus crisis in Syria has created political openings for Bashar al-Assad’s regime.

In the Media
China’s Balancing Act in Libya

Among the bevy of great and middle powers involved in Libya, China is often neglected. It is not pouring in mercenaries or conducting airstrikes, but China is steadily investing and exerting influence in ways that promote Libya’s eventual integration into China’s global ambitions.

· May 10, 2020
Lawfare
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Interview with Syrian Physician and Activist Dr. Khaled Almilaji

Dr. Khaled Almilaji discusses the coronavirus’ reach in Syria, the role of social mobilization in preventing an outbreak, and the precarious future of northwest Syria.

· April 7, 2020