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Edward P. Djerejian Center for the Middle East | Podcast

Baker Briefing: The Politicization of Humanitarian Aid Explained

Armed conflict in Gaza, Sudan, and Syria has made millions reliant on humanitarian assistance. Experts Kelsey Norman and Salah Ben Hammou from the Baker Institute's Center for the Middle East joined Baker Briefing to discuss parallels between the dire situations in Gaza, Sudan, and Syria and the challenges of delivering humanitarian aid to war-torn regions.

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Center for the U.S. and Mexico | Issue Brief

How Sheinbaum’s Energy Policies Could Reshape Mexico’s Electricity Sector

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Center for Public Finance | Report

Texas Cities’ Financial Outlook

Vaccine vial dose concept

Science and Technology Policy | Center for Health and Biosciences | Report

Voting for Party, Not for Public Health

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