The MEA is looking for an intern from late May until early July (or late June) to help with our busy schedule of events. The role will be focussed on these particular areas: • Supporting MEA staff on planning and executing major projects, including large-scale conferences and in-house business briefings, breakfasts and lunches • Supporting Read More »

I am taking over the role of Director General of the MEA at an exciting time. The Middle East and North Africa region has witnessed a turbulent year.  I remain optimistic that there are reasons to be hopeful about improvements to personal freedoms and democracy, despite the violence and instability that has taken place in Read More »

Focus on Qatar The MEA held a well attended and lively breakfast briefing on Qatar on Tuesday 24th April, which provided advice to British companies looking to benefit from the opportunities arising from Qatar’s meteoric development and its preparations to host the World Cup 2022.  It was chaired by Dr Ranald Spiers, Middle East Association, Read More »