International Affairs Unit

Prepared by: Riham Mohamed Researcher in the Middle East Affairs Unit Egyptian–Japanese relations represent a distinctive model within the broader spectrum of Arab–Asian interactions, combining a long history of developmental and cultural cooperation with renewed prospects shaped by current global transformations. For decades, these ties have rested primarily on economic and developmental dimensions; however, recent […]

Prepared by Dina Lamloum Coordinator of the African Affairs Unit Historical Sequence of Relations between Africa and Spain The southern coasts of Spain and North Africa were areas of commercial and cultural exchanges since ancient and medieval times, especially between Islamic Spain, Morocco, and North Africa. After the fall of Andalusia in 1492, relations evolved […]

Prepared by: Riham Mohamed Researcher at the Middle East Affairs Unit Egyptian–British relations represent a form of international interaction that blends a deep historical legacy with evolving strategic imperatives, the current equation is shaped by the relative power of both parties and their standing within the structures of the regional and international systems, where their […]

Prepared by: Israa Adel Assistant Researcher in the International Affairs Unit US-Egyptian relations are a constant pillar of regional stability and international politics, serving as a model for a long-term strategic partnership based on intertwined interests and accumulated understandings. Despite the change in administrations in Washington and the change in American foreign policy priorities, the […]

Prepared by/ Abdulrahman Anwar Researcher at the International Affairs Unit Since the onset of the Russia–Ukraine war on February 24, 2022, the conflict has experienced various military and political shifts—sometimes favoring Russia, at other times Ukraine. Amid these fluctuations, a growing consensus has emerged that a military solution is unfeasible, and that the ongoing hostilities […]

By: Abdulrahman Anwar Research Assistant at the International Affairs Unit Leaders of NATO member states convened at the Hague Summit on Tuesday and Wednesday, June 24–25, 2025, during a time of various global tensions and conflicts, most notably the ongoing Russian-Ukrainian war, which is regarded as the primary threat to NATO countries. The summit’s outcomes […]

By: Abdulrahman Anwar Research Assistant in the International Affairs Unit Recent periods have witnessed intense diplomatic efforts to end the Russian-Ukrainian war, as this was one of the goals on Trump’s foreign policy agenda during the last presidential elections, as he repeatedly claimed that the war between Russia and Ukraine would never have happened if […]

By: Laila Ahmed (Research Assistant at the International Affairs Unit) “American ships, both military and commercial, should be allowed to travel, free of charge, through the Panama and Suez canals!” Trump posted on Saturday on social media. A post that sparked outrage, condemnation, and even mockery across the globe. His demands although could be labeled […]

By: Abdulrahman Anwar Research assistant in the international affairs unit Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni visited the United States for the second time after visiting Trump in Mar-a-Logo, Florida in Jan 5, 2025 to congratulate him on his inauguration, and they held the first official meeting in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, April 17, 2025, where […]

By: Laila Ahmed (Research Assistant at the International Affairs Unit) Introduction: In a significant escalation of his trade war, President Donald Trump announced sweeping new tariffs on April 2, calling the historic action a “declaration of economic independence.” Trump’s bold attempt to combat unfair trade practices may result in higher pricing for American consumers and […]