Carnegie’s Middle East Program gathers scholars from around the globe to examine the potential scenarios for the future of the conflict in Syria.

Economic growth in Africa has accelerated remarkably since the turn of the century, reflecting a rise in commodity prices as well as better macroeconomic policies, increased openness, and fewer conflicts.

The financial crisis, climate change, political and social instability, and persistent inequality have worsened the odds that Africa—and others in the developing world—will meet the Millennium Development Goals.