National Democratic Institute

« Friday February 17, 2012 »
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The Arab Winter and the Effect on International Development Start: 02/17/2012 12:00 End: 02/17/2012 14:00 The Society for International Development will examine the developments since last year's Arab Spring and the opposing advancement of the current Arab Winter. Barrie Freeman, Director of North Africa Programs at NDI, will moderate a discussion about the progress of the efforts, and further, how democratic movements have affected international development in the region. Speakers include Ambassador Bob Pearson, President of IREX; Thomas Vajda, U.S. Department of State; and Scott Mastic, MENA Regional Director at IRI.

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