Ten political parties to follow in the Middle East and North Africa in 2018 0 by Chris Solomon January 5, 20182017 has been a whirlwind year for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Next year the Middle East will surely yield more twists and turns for global investors and diplomats alike. However, for the time being, Sisi’s government has made it clear it is not entertaining any political challengers. Syrian Social Nationalist Party (SSNP) – SyriaTo be clear, the SSNP is part of the “tolerated opposition” permitted to operate in Syria at the behest of the Baathist regime. However, Aksener also said snap elections could be held as early as July 2018 and her party is exploring alliances.

Source: The North Africa Journal January 05, 2018 17:48 UTC