With thousands of tweets and followers, Sultan Al Qassemi has kept the world informed of events sweeping the region via his outreach throughout the Arab world. In this interview with The Majalla, he reflects on a new generation, the role of social media in the Arab Spring and the potential it has for governments to connect and communicate with their citizens. Read more »
Archives for November 2011
Arab Monarchies: Surviving the Revolts
The reason some Arab monarchies ceased to exist varies from popular revolutions to military coups. However one feature they shared is their lack of ability to adapt to the changing geopolitical environment of surrounding countries from South Asia to Africa, gaining their independence and empowering their people as well as their own citizens. However, the need to adapt to a changing environment is now more necessary than ever. Read more »