The Middle East Institute convened a roundtable in Washington, D.C., bringing together government and private sector leaders to discuss EMGF’s role in fostering regional energy cooperation.

Discussions emphasized that energy security today depends on effectively managing cross-border interdependence. Reliable supply, resilient infrastructure, and market access were highlighted as shared priorities requiring coordinated regional planning.

Participants recognized the Eastern Mediterranean as a key energy corridor connecting the Gulf and Europe, offering significant opportunities for enhanced trade and energy flows.