Pakistan's general elections are scheduled for 11 May 2013, with the democratically-elected government having completed its term successfully. This paper discusses the upcoming elections and possibilities for traditionally-dominant and rising political powers. It also discusses possible changes.
Ahmad Muaffaq Zaidan
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The Arab Spring has left permanent scars on the course of domestic and foreign policies of Turkey and Iran. The relations between the two countries have always been complicated and multidimensional. However, maintenance of mutual ties can contribute to the regional security.
Bülent Aras
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The decision to restructure the Yemeni army is a landmark decision in the path of political transition in Yemen. This move has reduced the state of polarisation within the army, weakened the centre of power of former President Ali Saleh and reinforced the authority of President Rabbo Mansour Hadi.
Al Jazeera Center for Studies
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Given its geographic location, Ethiopia has always had economic, cultural and commercial ties to the Middle East. What do its relations with the latter, especially Qatar, look like today given the secession of Eritrea, its current security and economy and the premiership of Hailemariam Desalegn?
Aklog Birara
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