Iran and Gulf States; energy; economic reform
Past Positions
Policy Planning Staff Member, U.S. Department of State (2005-2007); Project Director, Task Force on US-Iran Relations, Council on Foreign Relations (2003-2004); Middle East Advisor, ExxonMobil Corporation (2001-2004); Olin Fellow, The Brookings Institution (2000-2001); Brookings Research Fellow, The Brookings Institution (1998-1999)
Ph.D., The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Tufts University, 2000;B.A., University of Pennsylvania, 1990
Ray Takeyh and Suzanne Maloney say that despite decades of struggling under punitive financial measures, Iran has persisted with its objectionable policies, ranging from terrorism to proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.
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Suzanne Maloney and Ray Takeyh say Mahmoud Ahmadinejad is being sidelined by religious fundamentalists in Iran, and it's bad news for American officials seeking to halt Iran's nuclear program.
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Suzanne Maloney explains why, far from being overtaken by a revolution of its own, Iran might very well emerge from this period stronger than before.
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China, which invests heavily in Iran's energy sector, is the linchpin of the sanctions regime against Iran.
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Interview In contrast to other Mideast states, economic pressures are less likely to topple Iran's regime, says expert Suzanne Maloney. Stronger repressive forces and the impact of international sanctions may strengthen the government, she argues.
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Ray Takeyh and Suzanne Maloney say only an approach involving direct dialogue and strategic patience can produce lasting success in dealing with Iran.
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Dealing with Iran and its nuclear program will be an urgent priority for the next president
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Ray Takeyh and Suzanne Maloney argue that diplomacy with Tehran is crucial.
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Suzanne Maloney and Barbara Slavin discuss the U.S. - Iran Relations.
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Task Force Report No. 52 The wars in Afghanistan and Iraq have positioned American troops along Iran’s borders, making the United States and Iran wary competitors and neighbors who nonetheless possess overlapping interests. Meanwhile, questions continue to be raised about Iran’s nuclear program and its involvement with terrorism. Clearly, contending with Iran will constitute one of the most complex and pressing challenges facing future U.S. administrations. This informative report, which sparked sharp debate in Washington and extensive coverage by U.S. and international media, offers a timely new approach.
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