Of Interest MEI News Founded in 1946, the Middle East Institute's principal objective has been to increase Americans' knowledge and understanding of the region. In support of this mission, MEI offers program activities, language courses, scholars-in-residence and an academic journal. With these resources, MEI can provide members, the media and policymakers in-depth analysis of breaking events as ...

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