Energy Trumps All in Iran-China Ties
China remains key oil export market, but Iranian manufacturers rail against cheap imports.
17 Sep 10
Middle East
Sadrists Seek Role as Kingmakers in Iraq
Radical cleric’s party says it offers way out of political deadlock.
10 Sep 10
Theatrical Infighting in Iran
Hardliners mount coup, take over management of leading student theatre.
10 Sep 10
Feared Iranian Prosecutor Falls From Grace
Saeed Mortazavi’s long career as prosecutor of dissidents founders amid mounting anger at mistreatment of post-election protesters.
7 Sep 10
Iraq's Dwindling NGO Sector
Most organisations set up after 2003 have ceased to operate, blaming lack of funding and support.
6 Sep 10
Stock Market Growing Despite Doubts
Video produced during an IWPR workshop for young Syrian journalists held in Beirut, February 2010.
5 Sep 10
Iraqis Divided Over US Troop Exit
Views of American withdrawal coloured by political party allegiances.
3 Sep 10
Satellite TV Dramas Take Iran by Storm
Farsi1 television is pure entertainment, but Iranian officials aren't amused.
3 Sep 10
Iraq Attacks Highlight Fragile Security
Violence expected to continue as US troops withdraw and as long as political stalemate remains unresolved.
28 Aug 10
Iraq After US Withdrawal – End of Era or New Beginning?
Time for Iraqi leaders to take steps to prevent regional players moving in to further their own agendas.
27 Aug 10
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