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The Royal Institute for International Relations, commonly known as Al Sharq Forum, is a prominent think tank based in Turkey. Established with a focus on international relations, Al Sharq Forum seeks to contribute to the understanding and resolution of contemporary global challenges, particularly those affecting the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. | The Royal Institute for International Relations, commonly known as [[Al Sharq Forum]], is a prominent think tank based in [[Turkey]]. Established with a focus on international relations, [[Al Sharq Forum]] seeks to contribute to the understanding and resolution of contemporary global challenges, particularly those affecting the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. | ||
==Background== | ==Background== | ||
Founded in 2015, Al Sharq Forum operates from Istanbul, reflecting Turkey's strategic position as a bridge between Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. The think tank was established to facilitate dialogue, research, and policy recommendations regarding various issues impacting international relations, security, and socioeconomic development.<ref>Al Sharq Forum. (2023). About us. Retrieved on 06/11/2024 from https://alsharqforum.org/about/</ref> | Founded in 2015, [[Al Sharq Forum]] operates from Istanbul, reflecting Turkey's strategic position as a bridge between Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. The think tank was established to facilitate dialogue, research, and policy recommendations regarding various issues impacting international relations, security, and socioeconomic development.<ref>Al Sharq Forum. (2023). About us. Retrieved on 06/11/2024 from https://alsharqforum.org/about/</ref> | ||
==Mission and Objectives== | ==Mission and Objectives== | ||
The mission of Al Sharq Forum is to promote informed discourse and understanding in international relations through: | The mission of [[Al Sharq Forum]] is to promote informed discourse and understanding in international relations through: | ||
* Conducting research on geopolitical dynamics, security issues, and economic policies. | * Conducting research on geopolitical dynamics, security issues, and economic policies. | ||
* Organizing conferences, workshops, and seminars that bring together scholars, policymakers, and practitioners. | * Organizing conferences, workshops, and seminars that bring together scholars, policymakers, and practitioners. | ||
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==Research Areas== | ==Research Areas== | ||
Al Sharq Forum focuses on a variety of topics, including but not limited to: | [[Al Sharq Forum]] focuses on a variety of topics, including but not limited to: | ||
* Regional Security: Analyzing conflicts, peacebuilding, and security strategies in the MENA region. | * Regional Security: Analyzing conflicts, peacebuilding, and security strategies in the MENA region. | ||
* Political Economy: Examining the economic implications of political decisions and changes in the region. | * Political Economy: Examining the economic implications of political decisions and changes in the region. | ||
* Geopolitical Dynamics: Understanding the roles of major powers and regional actors in international relations. | * Geopolitical Dynamics: Understanding the roles of major powers and regional actors in international relations. | ||
* Social Changes: Investigating societal transformations and public governance issues in the MENA region.<ref>Al Sharq Forum. (2023). About us. Retrieved on 06/11/2024 from https://alsharqforum.org/about/</ref> | * Social Changes: Investigating societal transformations and public governance issues in the MENA region.<ref>[[Al Sharq Forum]]. (2023). About us. Retrieved on 06/11/2024 from https://alsharqforum.org/about/</ref> | ||
==Publications and Contributions== | ==Publications and Contributions== | ||
Al Sharq Forum is known for its analytical reports, articles, and policy papers that shed light on pressing international issues. The forum's publications address both scholarly and practical aspects of international relations, making its research accessible to both academics and policymakers.<ref>Al Sharq Forum. (2023). Publications. Retrieved on 06/11/2024 from https://alsharqforum.org/publications/</ref> | [[Al Sharq Forum]] is known for its analytical reports, articles, and policy papers that shed light on pressing international issues. The forum's publications address both scholarly and practical aspects of international relations, making its research accessible to both academics and policymakers.<ref>[[Al Sharq Forum]]. (2023). Publications. Retrieved on 06/11/2024 from https://alsharqforum.org/publications/</ref> | ||
==Events and Engagement== | ==Events and Engagement== | ||
Al Sharq Forum regularly hosts several events, including: | [[Al Sharq Forum]] regularly hosts several events, including: | ||
* Conferences and Workshops: Bringing together experts to discuss current challenges and develop actionable recommendations. | * Conferences and Workshops: Bringing together experts to discuss current challenges and develop actionable recommendations. | ||
* Roundtables: Facilitating in-depth discussions among stakeholders and decision-makers on critical issues. | * Roundtables: Facilitating in-depth discussions among stakeholders and decision-makers on critical issues. | ||
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==Collaborations and Partnerships== | ==Collaborations and Partnerships== | ||
To enhance its impact, Al Sharq Forum collaborates with various national and international institutions, universities, and NGOs. These partnerships allow for broader dissemination of research findings and facilitate joint projects that tackle shared interests. | To enhance its impact, [[Al Sharq Forum]] collaborates with various national and international institutions, universities, and NGOs. These partnerships allow for broader dissemination of research findings and facilitate joint projects that tackle shared interests. | ||
==Conclusion== | ==Conclusion== | ||
The Royal Institute for International Relations (Al Sharq Forum) plays a significant role in shaping the discourse on international relations in Turkey and the broader MENA region. Through its comprehensive research, impactful publications, and active engagement in dialogue, Al Sharq Forum contributes to a deeper understanding of global challenges and promotes peace and stability in international affairs. | The Royal Institute for International Relations ([[Al Sharq Forum]]) plays a significant role in shaping the discourse on international relations in Turkey and the broader MENA region. Through its comprehensive research, impactful publications, and active engagement in dialogue, [[Al Sharq Forum]] contributes to a deeper understanding of global challenges and promotes peace and stability in international affairs. | ||
==Contact Information== | ==Contact Information== |
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