Since it was first published in 1980 from its head office in London, <em>Majalla</em> has been considered one of the leading political affairs magazines in the Arab world. We offer a wide array of articles addressing the most significant political, economic and social issues facing the Middle East today, as well as the evolving cultural scene in the region. <em>Majalla</em> prides itself in being an ideas-driven publication that goes beyond reporting and headlines to provide original analysis.

An Opportunity For Reform

[escenic_image id="558971"]Although the Gulf economies have weathered the Global Financial Crisis (GFC) relatively well, the same cannot be said…

The Talk of the Poor

[escenic_image id="558974"]Gamal Mubarak originally pursued an economic career in London. However, it was not long before he was drawn to politics,…

The Manufacture of Illusion

[escenic_image id="558975"]Dr. Mufid Shihab is one of the most prominent figures in the Egyptian "political kitchen"; he is the Minister of…

The Aging Party

[escenic_image id="558977"]The longevity of the Egyptian-based Muslim Brotherhood is perhaps the most successful high-wire act in a region all too…

What it Means to be a Houthi

[escenic_image id="557846"] Tell me how this ends? On January 17, 2002 a mass of Houssein Al-Houthi’s followers stood outside the  Great Mosque in…

Moscow as Middle East Peacemaker?

[escenic_image id="558020"]Russian officials are eager to reinvigorate their Middle East peace credentials. In particular, Russian diplomats are…

A Liberal-Conservative Portrait

[escenic_image id="557229"]On international issues Tony Blair was a liberal-conservative politician. Liberal, due to his approach of democracy…