The Middle East: Meeting Point or Battleground?

Speakers: Mina Al-Oraibi, Kajsa Ollongren, Hans Grundberg, Fuad Hussein, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Mohamad Al-Ississ

Against a backdrop of intensifying geopolitical polarization, countries in the Middle East and North Africa have attempted to insulate themselves by pursuing nascent dialogues, fostering economic cooperation and striving to avoid choosing sides between the great powers.

What concrete steps can the region take to preserve its stability, and does a burgeoning innovation sector provide new avenues for cooperation?

This session was developed in collaboration with The National.

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