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An independent think tank for policy analysis and forecasting of political, economic, and security possibilities, challenges, and trends, it was founded by a group of international researchers in 2025 and is registered in the United States as a civil society organization – (1319 F St NW Ste 301, Washington, D.C., 20004). The Foundation is concerned with the stability of current and future relations between the United States and the Middle East, the challenges facing the countries and societies of the region, and related international policies. Through its research groups,the foundation produces papers, briefs, policy analysis, and readings and forecasts of future challenges.
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