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Dr. Pınar Akpınar is an Assistant Professor with the Gulf Studies Program in the College of Arts and Sciences at Qatar University. She is also a member of Diplomeds – The Council for Mediterranean Diplomacy.
Putting Egypt-Turkey relations on a sustainable footing
Turkey and Egypt, two influential regional players with a complex history of cooperation and conflict, are now working on mending their ruptured ties. As officials navigate this process, it is essential to identify practical steps to capitalize on the diplomatic breakthrough. Sustainable peace can only be ensured by shifting the focus from political ideology to shared interests. One way to do that is by creating an inclusive, multi-track process that involves state institutions, businesses, NGOs, academics, and the grassroots.
