Text in Arabic. With a career in international politics and diplomacy that spans decades, Dr. Hamad Al-Kawari offers his unique perspective to the complex social and political issues facing Qatar and the Arab world. A mixture of personal stories, professional biography, and intellectual observations, The Global Majlis covers themes ranging from methods of negotiation to cultural diplomacy, education, art and literature, and the path to freedom. In doing so, Dr. Al-Kawari offers cultural solutions to pressing political and social dilemmas seen in both the Middle East and the world at large, such as injustice and intolerance. The Global Majlis is a must read for anyone passionate about cross-cultural dialogue, global citizenship, and the Middle East – as seen through the eyes of a decorated diplomat and a statesman.