Carnegie Endowment Events

The Arab Spring rapidly upset the regional order, leaving Europe struggling to formulate cohesive and solid policies to react to the changing political and social landscapes. So far, European countries have reacted to the events on an ad hoc basis, lacking a systematic and effective approach toward the Arab Spring. Considering the influence Western powers hold in the region, how can Europe engage effectively with regional actors? What can the Middle Eastern and North African governments expect from the West? What will the new regimes’ foreign policies look like?