Welcome to the Arab League's home page. We launched our internet presence to coincide with the League's 59th anniversary as a symbol of our determination to reach the American people, and provide them with a fresh and balanced look at Arab issues of mutual concern.

History tells us that it was through the Arab League and within its framework, that all major Arab common policies and initiatives have been adopted over the years, in areas as varied as the Arab-Israeli conflict, regional security, economic integration, human rights, the environment, terrorism and drugs, women's role, children's rights, etc.

It is the purpose of our Washington Mission to address these important issues, to explain the Arab world's position regarding them, and promote dialogue and understanding between the Arab and the American people.

Our new site will be adding valuable information about the Arabs, their history and socio-political dynamics in the region. We encourage you to visit us often, and welcome your input to help us improve our efforts and make your visit as easy and productive as possible.

Ahlan Wa Sahlan,

Ambassador Hussein Hassouna

Looking ahead
By Hussein Hassouna
Published March26 ,2004

As the Arab League and its 22 member states celebrated the 59th anniversary of the Arab regional organization on Monday, questions were being raised throughout the Arab world and beyond about its potential revitalized role in dealing with regional and world challenges. These core issues will most certainly be debated at the forthcoming Arab League Summit in Tunis today.

Critics of the league have pointed to its internal divisions, its outdated structures and mechanisms, its failure to ensure implementation of its resolutions, its bureaucracy and financial crises and its inability to deal successfully with the issues of deep concern to the Arab people. While some of that criticism is fair and well-intentioned, it should not overlook historic reality. Through the Arab League and within its framework, all major Arab common policies and initiatives have been adopted over the years, in areas as varied as the Arab-Israeli conflict, regional security, economic integration, human rights and the environment.

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