Peacebuilding Through Economic Ties in An Era of Fragmentation
- Jan 15
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The Middle East Peace & Security Forum and the Doha Forum co-hosted a closed-door workshop on the sidelines of the 2025 Doha Forum, bringing together regional experts and policymakers to examine how economic cooperation and peacebuilding intersect in the Middle East. The session convened a high-level mix of current and former officials and scholars, reflecting key regional and international viewpoints to evaluate approaches for dealing with peace spoilers and to assess the geopolitical and geoeconomic conditions that shape de-escalation and economic collaboration.
This report captures the insights offered at the workshop, summarising the main points, its central debates and the policy recommendations offered. Its findings are relevant for audiences seeking to support regional economic integration and peacebuilding at this critical juncture.
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