If the Egyptian economy continues to falter the country remains in tumult, will the Army intervene? ... » read more

A clear pattern is evolving in the Arab Spring countries that denotes that there is a concerted campaign to deny Islamist parties their electoral due.... » read more

Upon taking office, President Mohamed Morsy vowed to eliminate corruption in Egypt. Indeed, corruption was among the first issues he identified as posing the most serious challenge to the Egyptian economy. Yet despite his rhetoric, little has changed under his administration – so far, at least.... » read more

Nader Hashemi examines the relationship between Islam and democracy historically, comparatively and dispassionately. This policy brief is part of a series of papers co-sponsored by ISPU and the British Council examining Islam and the West.... » read more

Asma Uddin looks at the ability of majority-Muslim states to embrace the protection of fundamental rights with a focus on the fundamental right to religious freedom.... » read more