Center for Middle East Development
Through conferences, task forces, publications and other programming, CMED explores key subjects for the region, including: Arab-Israeli issues, Gulf security, Mediterranean security, regional business and economics, technological cooperation, regional strategic cooperation, and democratic culture and media.
Conferences
CMED hosts regional security and cooperation dialogues for the Middle East. The unofficial, Track II approach brings together regional leaders and experts in a confidential setting structured for productive brainstorming and idea sharing. CMED also convenes annual, public conferences-in conjunction with the Doha Forum-on critical economic topics for the region.
Task Forces
CMED sponsors special task forces on outstanding diplomatic or development challenges, designed to produce specific recommendations for policymakers and other leaders.
Publications
CMED sponsors a peer-reviewed book series with Routledge Publishers that brings a diversity of national perspectives to bear on regional issues of importance. CMED also publishes monographs and other reports.
Campus programming
CMED hosts expert guest speakers on the Middle East and provides speakers to other centers and courses at UCLA. CMED actively engages UCLA students and faculty in its activities.
Outreach
CMED disseminates the innovative policy solutions developed by Track II and task force participants through targeted outreach programs to policymakers. By harnessing the collective expertise of these leading regional voices, CMED has become a primary source for authoritative analysis and practical recommendations on the Middle East.
