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    Right-wing populist parties and 2024 European Parliament elections: Opportunities and challenges

    Khudair Abbas Al-Dahlaki- Researcher specializing in Shan European far-right forces Introduction The European Parliament is the largest and most important democratic legislature for the representatives of some 500 million citizens of the European Union. The European Parliamentary Assembly was established in Strasbourg, France, in the presence of 142 members on 19 March...

    Analyzing Russia’s Involvement in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region’s Energy Sector

    Bahrooz Jaafar holds a Ph.D. in International Relations from Cyprus International University in Nicosia, and he is also the founder and head of the Mediterranean Institute for Regional Studies. Key takeaways: Russia and Iraq have rich oil and gas resources and a common interest in fostering a favorable energy investment and...

    Digital Gap Analysis in Fragile Societies Affected by Conflicts and Wars

    Wafa’a Fawzi Hamza - Researcher This report comprehensively explores the complex dynamics of digital inequality within fragile societies. The term “digital gap” refers to the disparity between individuals or communities with access to digital technologies and those without. The report highlights disparities in digitization, opportunities, and challenges, particularly in fragile...

    Oil and gas sector in Iraq: reality and solutions

    Ali Abd al-Rahim al-Abudi - Al-Nahrain University / College of Political Science - Department of Economic Relations Summary: Although Iraq is considered a major source of crude energy, it imports oil derivatives from abroad with a financial value estimated at more than 7% of the total public government expenditures. The amount of...

    Post-election: (Notes that need pause)

    Imad Salah Sheikh Daoud- Professor of Public Policy and Sustainable Development, Faculty of Political Science, Al-Nahrien University A prelude: Free and fair elections are a manifestation of the success of the democratic transition and the consolidation of its working mechanisms in political systems that seek successful and effective governance. This calls...

    Al-Bayan Center launches the eighth issue of “Al-Bayan Observatory”

    Al-Bayan Center for Planning and Studies launched the eighth issue of the “Al-Bayan Observatory” periodical, which specializes in monitoring issues and publications of the leading international think tanks regarding Iraqi affairs. The issue includes titles published in November of 2023 for studies and research papers issued by think tanks in...

    Russian Shadow Tankers and Iraqi Oil Exports: Balancing Sanctions and Gaining a Share of the Asian Continent

    Ali Abdul-Kadhim Daadoush- Researcher on the Iraqi and International Economy Abstract: There are three systems of fleets for transporting crude oil and other petroleum products, including the White or legal fleet, which enjoys global acceptance and transparency in dealings between exporting and importing countries. The Gray and Dark fleets, constituting the...

    G20 Summit 2023: A Reading of Motives, Opportunities, and Future Implications

    Abeer Suhaim Mahdi - College of Political Science / University of Baghdad Ammar Hameed Yassin - College of Political Science / University of Baghdad Introduction: The major powers began shaping the global system and turning towards employing economic alternatives to compensate for the severe losses that most countries experienced in the aftermath...

    Al-Bayan Center launches the seventh issue of “Al-Bayan Observatory”

    Al-Bayan Center for Planning and Studies launched the seventh issue of the “Al-Bayan Observatory” periodical, which specializes in monitoring issues and publications of the leading international think tanks regarding Iraqi affairs. The issue includes titles published in October of 2023 for studies and research papers issued by think tanks...

    Libya’s 2023 Elections: Internal Obstacles and External Challenges

    Ali Saadi Abdul-Zahra Jubair - Al-Nahrain University - College of Law Introduction: Ever since the fall of Moammar Gaddafi, Libya has been marred by a lack of political stability. The country has seen 13 constitutional amendments in its quest to prepare for presidential and parliamentary elections. Consequently, Libya currently grapples with...