National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations Program Audio

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Remarks from H. Delano Roosevelt [2022 Arab-US Policymakers Conference] Nov 02, 2022

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H. Delano Roosevelt, grandson of President Franklin Delano and First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, gave commentary on the history and value of the US-Saudi Arabian relationship at the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations' 31st Annual Arab-U.S. Policymakers Conference. Visit www.ncusar.org for more information.

Yemen in Focus w/ US Special Envoy Tim Lenderking [2022 Arab-US Policymakers Conference] Nov 02, 2022

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Remarks from US Special Envoy for Yemen Tim Lenderking followed by Session: "Yemen in Focus" with Abdulrahman Al-Eryani, David Des Roches, Sarah Charles, and Ambassador (Ret.) Christopher Henzel at the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations' 31st Annual Arab-U.S. Policymakers Conference. Visit www.ncusar.org for more information.

Restoring Hope Amid Crisis: Responses to the Economic Collapse in Lebanon Oct 04, 2022

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Join the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations and Anera for a discussion featuring three longtime senior staff from Anera's team in Lebanon who talk about their work, the current crisis facing the Lebanese people, and how civil society can respond. Visit www.ncusar.org for more information.

Evaluating the Impact of President Biden's Visit to the Middle East Jul 22, 2022

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Join the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations for a discussion reflecting on the recent visit of U.S. President Joe Biden to Israel, the Occupied Palestinian Territories, and Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabian and U.S. analysts, scholars, and former diplomats assess the impact of the trip for near-term developments as well as longer-term strategic trends. The featured specialists were Gulf Research Center Founder and Chairman Dr. Abdulaziz Sager, and former United States diplomats Ambassador (Ret.) Michael Gfoeller and Mr. David H. Rundell. Colonel (Ret.) Abbas K. Dahouk and Dr. John Duke Anthony joined them for the proceedings. Visit www.ncusar.org for more information.

President Biden's Visit to Saudi Arabia: Implications and Opportunities Jun 30, 2022

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Join the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations for a preview of United States President Joe Biden's upcoming visit to the Middle East, which will include a stop in Saudi Arabia. Specialists with decades of experience navigating day-to-day aspects of the U.S.-Saudi Arabia relationship discuss dynamics affecting the various parties ahead of the July trip. The program's featured specialists are former United States diplomats Ambassador (Ret.) Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell. Colonel (Ret.) Abbas K. Dahouk and Dr. John Duke Anthony joined them for the proceedings. Visit www.ncusar.org for more information.

A Conversation About Humanitarian Aid With His Excellency Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah May 31, 2022

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Join the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations for an exploration of dynamics and developments in the humanitarian aid sector with the leader of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSRelief), Saudi Arabia's leading aid organization that serves people and communities in more than fifty countries around the world. His Excellency Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah provides a presentation and then is joined by Col. (Ret.) Abbas Dahouk for a question and answer session. Dr. John Duke Anthony serves as Context Provider. Visit www.ncusar.org for more information.

The Legacy of King Abdulaziz and The Ramifications for Saudi Arabia Today Mar 23, 2022

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Join the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations for an examination of the dynamics of state formation in Saudi Arabia with two historians of the Kingdom. Dr. Joseph Kéchichian and Dr. Joshua Yaphe discuss their latest scholarship and how it relates to Saudi Arabia today. Visit www.ncusar.org for more information.

Destination Oman: Heritage, Culture, Adventure Mar 17, 2022

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On March 17, 2022, the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations hosted an online briefing program "Destination Oman: Heritage, Culture, Adventure." It was a virtual visit to the Sultanate of Oman, one of the most historically and culturally rich of all Arab and Islamic societies. H.E. Moosa Hamdan Al Tai, Oman's Ambassador to the United States, provided opening reflections on the Oman-U.S. relationship; Professor Linda Pappas Funsch commented on Oman's remarkable modernization efforts; Council Cultural Affairs Fellow Mr. Badar Al Yazeedi provided a presentation exploring some of of the sites in Oman that inspire wonder; and Council Founding President and CEO Dr. John Duke Anthony orchestrated the proceedings while providing background and context. Join the Council for an in-depth examination of the "Jewel of Arabia." Visit www.ncusar.org for more information.

Can Lebanon Be Saved? Mar 10, 2022

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On March 10, 2022, the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations hosted an online briefing program discussing "Can Lebanon Be Saved?" The featured specialists were Ambassador (Ret.) Edward Gabriel and Ms. Mona Yacoubian with Mr. Jean AbiNader serving as moderator and Mr. Patrick Mancino making welcoming remarks. Visit www.ncusar.org for more information.

An Emerging Axis: Strategic Trends Between Saudi Arabia, Russia, and China, and What it Means for the Middle East Feb 24, 2022

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On February 24, 2022, the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations hosted an online briefing program exploring "An Emerging Axis: Strategic Trends Between Saudi Arabia, Russia, and China, and What it Means for the Middle East." The featured specialists were former United States diplomats David Rundell and Ambassador (Ret.) Michael Gfoeller. Dr. John Duke Anthony joined them for the proceedings. Visit www.ncusar.org for more information.