The Arena: Diplomacy and Foreign Relations Magazine
The only platform in Israel for comprehensive, deep yet accessible discussions and analysis of all matters relating to diplomacy and foreign relations
Our Mission Statement and method of operation
A leading forum for in-depth, nonpartisan, and multidisciplinary discussions on foreign affairs and Innovative Diplomacy in Israel and abroad, held with and among decision makers, influencers, academics, media and legal experts and the general public.
Shaping the discourse around diplomacy and foreign affairs in Israel and abroad and discussing the crucial role of diplomacy in advancing national security interests
Influence
Focus Areas
Serving as a leading world hub for diplomatic and foreign affairs discussions in and outside of Israel
Education and decision making
Promoting high-quality, independent research on international affairs and Israel-related diplomacy
Research
Main Projects
“The Arena” Magazine
Published in both Hebrew and English, the Institute’s diplomacy and foreign relations magazine strives to lead the professional and public discussion on all matters relating to diplomacy and foreign relations through in-depth analysis, topical essays, and a diverse range of op-ed articles penned by international and Israeli experts.
"The Arena" is dedicated to fostering a serious and open discussion on foreign relations and Innovative Diplomacy. Articles from The Arena have been featured in leading publications such as TheMarker, Globes, The Algemiener, and others.
To learn more visit: eng.arenajournal.org.il
The Arena Diplomatic Forum
An exclusive, high-level, professional series of periodic professional meetings for members of the diplomatic and geopolitical ecosystem. Each meeting focuses on a different aspect of diplomacy and foreign affairs, with guest speakers from leading academic institutes around the world who present their work and engage with Israeli experts in a small, personal setting.
To learn more visit:
arenajournal.org.il/single-post/2019/08/08/arena-forum-mandelbaum
Special Coverage: U.S. Elections 2020
Towards the 2020 Presidential Elections, we launched our special coverage that focuses on the key issues, the potential constitutional crisis that might follow, the swing states, world reactions and the impact of this year’s elections on U.S.-Israel relations. With the best writers we provide key information, unique insights and comprehensive coverage on the elections that influence the entire world.
To learn more visit: arenajournal.org.il/elections2020
The Arena Podcast
The podcast continues the conversation around important topics discussed on The Arena, such as the Israel-US relations, Israel-Russia relations, the US midterm elections, Brexit, and more.
Recorded at the IDC radio studios, The Arena podcast hosts special guests that include senior diplomats and security officials, academics, and prominent media personalities.
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Eyes Towards Asia: Back to the future
This unique collaboration between The Arena Magazine and the Israel-Asia policy program is focused on international relations during and following the Corona outbreak, asking what we can learn from Asia as it is recovering from COVID-19.
The project provides a rare view at Asian societies as the countries in the region, which were the first to be affected by COVID-19, began to recover.
To learn more visit: arenajournal.org.il/asia
2018 Midterms: Elections in the Shadow of Trump
This project from October-November 2018, set out to examine who will emerge as the big winner of the 2018 midterm elections and how the will result affect US-Israel relations, offered Israeli readers commentary, covered important races and more.
To learn more visit: eng.arenajournal.org.il/midterms
