English Article
2025/10/27
MIDDLE EAST ANALYSIS · PUBLICATIONS
Middle East Analysis & Publications
JIME Center publishes a range of research series and analytical reports on the politics, economics, security and energy affairs of the Middle East and North Africa. The core series are produced in Japanese and made available to subscribing members. English-language content — including English Articles and JIME Review — is listed below for international readers.
Publication Series
The following series are published primarily in Japanese. Contact us for membership and access enquiries.
JIME News Report
Email briefing service. Delivers timely analyses from the Center's researchers and external contributors on notable developments across the Middle East and North Africa, straight to your inbox. Approximately 100–200 briefs are issued each year.
Monthly Middle Eastern and Energy Bulletin
Monthly journal. Comprises a lead article, reports, and topical notes. The lead article, in particular, is a substantive, in-depth feature that devotes around ten pages to a specific theme, helping readers grasp the key trends shaping Middle Eastern affairs.
Introductory Seminar on the Middle East
Held once a year, normally in person. Aimed primarily at corporate professionals who are new to the region, this intensive course offers a comprehensive introduction to the Middle East, covering the history, political landscape, and economic structures of its major countries.
Monthly Report on JIME's Research Activities
Monthly bulletin. In addition to providing a concise overview of the Center's activities—summaries of the previous month's publications, notices of upcoming lectures, and updates on researchers' media appearances and research trends—it also covers the month's key events across the Middle East and North Africa.
Quarterly Report by Country
Quarterly country reports. Covering 12 key countries, the first half analyzes political, economic, and energy developments over the most recent three months, while the second half examines the outlook. Each report also includes a detailed timeline, the current list of cabinet members, and relevant statistics—providing a comprehensive picture of developments in each country.
JIME Online Middle East Series
Irregular online monograph series. Featuring specialized research on the politics, diplomacy, economy, society, and other aspects of the Middle East, each volume presents an in-depth, long-form analysis of a specific theme from an academic perspective.
English Articles
Selected JIME Center analysis and commentary available in English. Open access.
English Article
2025/07/22
"Future Energy Landscape - Global Energy Agenda - The “12-Day War” and the transformation of Middle Eastern geopolitics”
English Article
2025/03/25
"Future Energy Landscape - Global Energy Agenda - Kirkuk oil field development agreement – BP’s strategy shift and Iraq’s intention to rapidly utilize its petroleum resources align”
Media / External Link
2025/02/01
"From Oil Weapon to Mediation Diplomacy: An Examination of the Gulf Statesʼ Responses to the Gaza War Responses to the Gaza War," Hiroyuki Suzuki and Keiko Sakai Eds.
English Article
2024/12/25
"Future Energy Landscape - Global Energy Agenda - Donald Trump’s U.S. Presidential Election Victory and the Middle East”
Media / External Link
2024/12/01
"Trumpʼs tariff threats to BRICS set to increase demand for alternative reserve currency"
JIME Review - Issued
Since April 1999, we have suspended publication of JIME Review : An English Review of Middle Eastern and Energy Affairs. All the back numbers of JIME Review are out of stock and unavailable from us.
| Issued | Title | Back numbers |
|---|---|---|
| 1983–1989 | JIME Review — Issued in 1983–1989 | View list |
| 1990–1993 | JIME Review — Issued in 1990–1993 | View list |
| 1994–1998 | JIME Review — Issued in 1994–1998 | View list |
Publication Enquiries
For enquiries about specific publications, research collaboration, or access to JIME Center analytical resources, please contact us directly.