Eman Alhussein
Non-Resident Fellow, AGSI
Eman Alhussein is a non-resident fellow at the Arab Gulf States Institute. She previously worked as a research fellow at the King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Her research focuses on Saudi Arabia and the Gulf region. Alhussein’s areas of interest include identity and nationalism, gender, cultural and societal change, and religious discourse and reforms.
Alhussein holds an MA in Gulf studies from the Institute of Arab and Islamic Studies at the University of Exeter. She completed her bachelor’s degree at the American University of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
Analysis
Vision 2030 Has Transformed Saudi Arabia’s Legal and Judicial Systems
Saudi Arabia’s legal reforms aim to provide a legal environment conducive to business while at the same time upholding the centrality of sharia in the kingdom’s judicial and legal systems.
Football’s Coming Home: Saudi League and Fan Base Get a Big Boost
The Saudi Public Investment Fund’s recent moves in golf and football showcase Saudi Arabia’s increasing interest in turning sports into a cornerstone of the kingdom’s transformation agenda.
Saudi Earthquake Response Emphasizes Aid to All Parts of Syria
Riyadh’s approach to humanitarian assistance and charitable giving, evident in the Syria relief effort, reflects significant organizational changes in line with the kingdom’s broad transformation agenda.
Qatar’s World Cup Increases Gulf Cooperation Despite Recent Rift
Easing away from its embrace of controversial regional political positions, Qatar refreshes its regional and international branding with soft power tourism, sports, and labor reforms.
Saudi Arabia’s National Day(s): An Evolving State-Formation Narrative
National day celebrations have become a crucial element in the ongoing construction of Saudi Arabia’s national narrative, highlighting the centrality of the ruling family and its legacy in the establishment of the state.
Ramadan Series Tackle Women’s Issues and Religion
Ramadan has always been an opportunity to introduce new ideas to nudge viewers’ reactions; this year’s series are generating much-needed discussion on women’s issues.
Events
Oct 5, 2023
Economic Empowerment of Women in Saudi Arabia – Assessing Progress and Identifying Constraints
On October 5, AGSIW hosted a discussion on Saudi women's economic engagement.
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Apr 26, 2022
A New “Founding Day” and the Transformation of Saudi Society
On April 26, AGSIW hosted a discussion examining the establishment of Saudi Arabia's new national narrative.
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Apr 20, 2022
State and Culture in Saudi Arabia: Understanding the Moment of Transformation
On April 20, AGSIW hosted a workshop examining the question of state and culture in Saudi Arabia.
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Jun 2, 2021
Reaching for the Golden Ticket: Long-Term Residency and Citizenship Schemes in the Gulf
On June 2, AGSIW hosted a discussion on the economic future of expatriates and citizens in the Gulf.
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May 20, 2020
Citizens, Expatriates, and the Future of Gulf Labor Markets
On May 20, AGSIW hosted a virtual panel discussion examining the effects of the coronavirus pandemic on the long-standing issues confronting Gulf labor markets.
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