Alexander Farley

I work at the Wilson Center Middle East Program, where I manage publications and study trends in labor, education, and technology. Views are my own.

[Alexander Farley @AlexFarley89]

It had a great time working with Mohammed on his superbly well written and researched policy brief. I learned so much. Check it out now because it is PACKED with details on the background of federalism in #Iraq. Much needed insights to understand where the country is headed today

[Mohammed A. Salih @MohammedASalih]

Thrilled to share my report (18 pages) with @WilsonCenterMEP on Iraq’s recentralization drive—particularly over the past decade or so.
It’s the product of months of work and interviews with people inside and outside Iraq.
Grateful to Ambassador Jeffrey, @MerissaKhurma, Alexander Farley, and the team @WilsonCenterMEP for their support on this report.
The debate it explores is very relevant to the broader region—especially Syria these days.
https://t.co/Wj8ZVK2ZN1

[Alexander Farley @AlexFarley89]

Check out the latest on MENA360 on the impact of sanctions on Syria's interim government.

[Middle East Program @WilsonCenterMEP]

[READ] Wilson Center Global Fellow @Taylor_Luck argues that US sanctions severely hamper Syria's reconstruction and economic revival, making it harder for Damascus to attract investment and address urgent public needs.

For more ⬇️ https://t.co/enP3D5m6bG

[Middle East Program @WilsonCenterMEP]

[READ] SMEs drive MENA’s economy—80-90% of businesses, 50%+ of formal jobs. Yet, digital adoption lags due to limited funding & know-how.

@AlexFarley89 & @m_langendorf explore ICT integration in SMEs in Morocco, Jordan & Egypt.

Learn more⬇️
https://t.co/638Vqd9HSo

[Alexander Farley @AlexFarley89]

Happy to join this discussion with @NegarMojtahedi on what we might expect on Iran relations for 2025.

[Iran International English @IranIntl_En]

Will Trump 2.0 have a different approach to Iran during his second presidency? @AlexFarley89 of the Wilson Center spoke to @NegarMojtahedi on how diplomacy between Iran and the US could lead to talks between the two adversaries.

[Alexander Farley @AlexFarley89]

So happy to talk to the original host of Riyada, @MerissaKhurma about memories and insights from season 1. We're back and I'm so excited for the conversations we will be having in Season 2!

[Middle East Program @WilsonCenterMEP]

🎙️Kick off Season 2 of Riyada Podcast!

Host @AlexFarley89 chats with MEP Director @MerissaKhurma about Season 1 highlights, challenges for entrepreneurs, and barriers for women in business.

Listen now on Spotify, Soundcloud, or Apple Podcasts: https://t.co/vtURUemRAg

[Alexander Farley @AlexFarley89]

Applications for 2025 cohort now open!

[Middle East Program @WilsonCenterMEP]

Applications are now open for the @TheWilsonCenter Agents of Change Youth Fellowship!

👥 Applicants: Must be from the #MENA region
🗓️ Deadline: Dec 15, 2024
🖇️ @NewSecurityBeat & @WilsonCenterMEP
📍For more info and to apply: https://t.co/Bg03Ag7kEr

[Alexander Farley @AlexFarley89]

Latest on MENA360: @WilsonCenterMEP eperts reflect on one year of war in Gaza and the expanding conflict in the Middle East.

[Middle East Program @WilsonCenterMEP]

[READ] MEP experts and alumni offer in-depth analysis of Israel's war in Gaza, the wider regional conflict, and the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, as the anniversary of October 7 approaches.

Fulla article⬇️
https://t.co/WWX8UKtcRF

[Alexander Farley @AlexFarley89]

Latest on MENA360: @EdGabrielDC argues now is the time for the US to step it up in #Lebanon by supporting the LIF and pushing for a president.

[Middle East Program @WilsonCenterMEP]

[READ] President & CEO of the American Task Force on Lebanon, Edward M. Gabriel (@EdGabrielDC), argues that the US must increase support for the Lebanese Armed Forces and break the political deadlock over the presidency to ensure its sovereignty.

Full Article ⬇️
https://t.co/yYmf4DhicB

[Alexander Farley @AlexFarley89]

Latest on MENA360: Important points by Seda Gunes on how Hezbollah uses unemployment to recruit youth.

[Middle East Program @WilsonCenterMEP]

[READ] MEP Staff Assistant Intern Seda Gunes (@bynchl1) highlights Hezbollah's recruitment strategy in Lebanon, emphasizing how the group exploits ongoing crises and offers economic incentives to attract young people.

Full article⬇️
https://t.co/Jemyb49Ybk

[Middle East Program @WilsonCenterMEP]

Book Talk | “The Melting Point: High Command and War in the 21st Century” Join us for a discussion with General McKenzie about his new book, moderated by MEP Director Merissa Khurma.

The talk will be followed by a book signing. 

📩 RSVP: https://t.co/UMIvEQKuGE

[Alexander Farley @AlexFarley89]

Latest MENA360: Rachel George discusses the rise of smart cities in the Gulf and the geopolitical implications from the import of technology and surveillance.

[Middle East Program @WilsonCenterMEP]

[READ] Dr. Rachel A. George (@Rageorge88) explores how "smart city" projects offer urban governance opportunities and sustainability but also raise concerns about surveillance and ethics.

Full article⤵️
https://t.co/aRLfAT9orm

[Middle East Program @WilsonCenterMEP]

[READ] On the second anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, MEP Director Emerita Haleh Esfandiari reflects on the recent history of the protest movement and the new presidency's reaction in Iran.

Full article⤵️
https://t.co/lTnDr7Vutl

[Alexander Farley @AlexFarley89]

It was a great privilege to present our work @WilsonCenterMEP on #enrepreneurship at the @arableague_gs cultural and scientific organization with such a distinguished group of officials and academics in #Tunis.

[Alexander Farley @AlexFarley89]

Latest on MENA360. @Taylor_Luck analyzes public feelings ahead of Septemebr elections in Jordan.

[Middle East Program @WilsonCenterMEP]

[READ] @csmonitor correspondent @Taylor_Luck discusses Jordan's upcoming elections, noting reformists' push for change and the Islamic Action Front's use of anti-Israel sentiment.

Full article⤵️
https://t.co/EO6AASvycG

[Middle East Program @WilsonCenterMEP]

[READ] In a new policy brief, MEP Associate @AlexFarley89 and Researcher @m_langendorf examine the digital integration of SMEs in MENA by evaluating gaps and providing recommendations to enhance the integration of ICT within SMEs.

Full Publication⤵️
https://t.co/afKEOGsNCs

[Middle East Program @WilsonCenterMEP]

[READ] MEP Fellow Dr. Natalie Koch argues that Gulf AgTech investments are primarily driven by economic development and that these projects focus on attracting foreign investment and expertise, bolstering local entrepreneurship.

Full Article⤵️
https://t.co/IrkloxoRkE

[Alexander Farley @AlexFarley89]

Happy to get this latest policy brief out for @WilsonCenterMEP with my coauthor @m_langendorf. SMEs represent the majority of employment in MENA but are underutilizing ICT.

[Middle East Program @WilsonCenterMEP]

[READ] In a new policy brief, MEP Associate @AlexFarley89 and Researcher @m_langendorf examine the digital integration of SMEs in MENA by evaluating gaps and providing recommendations to enhance the integration of ICT within SMEs.

Full Publication⤵️
https://t.co/NjBRJ8YzjF

[Alexander Farley @AlexFarley89]

Latest from MENA360° | Resident scholar Marina Ottaway examines the eroding of federalism in Iraq, the last political legacy of the US Occupation there.

[Middle East Program @WilsonCenterMEP]

[READ] MEP Fellow Marina Ottaway argues that the legacy of the US occupation of Iraq erodes and emphasizes that Kurdistan’s recent loss of control over oil revenue may prove to be the final blow.

Full article⤵️
https://t.co/KJbuLXJ1Pg

[Middle East Program @WilsonCenterMEP]

[READ] Dr. James M. Dorsey discusses Gulf investment in European soccer and highlights concerns over market distortion, prompting potential European Commission investigations amid political sensitivities.

Full article⤵️

https://t.co/7RJswI0FzN

[Alexander Farley @AlexFarley89]

Latest on MENA360° @YusufCan_EN explains Turkey's balancing act on NATO, BRICS and other alliances

[Middle East Program @WilsonCenterMEP]

[READ] MEP Coordinator @YusufCan_EN explores Turkey's pivotal role within NATO and delves into the underlying motivations driving Turkey's pursuit of strategic diversification policies.

Full article⤵️
https://t.co/ybwNIwAB2a