MENA2050 CEO Meets with Ellie Cohanim at the U.S. Mission to the United Nations
24 October 2026

Building a more stable and prosperous Middle East requires open dialogue, shared ideas, and a willingness to explore new opportunities for cooperation.
During his visit to New York, Eli Bar-On, CEO of MENA2050, met with Ellie Cohanim, Senior Policy Advisor at the U.S. Mission to the United Nations, for a discussion on regional developments and opportunities to advance diplomatic progress across the Middle East and North Africa.
Their conversation explored how MENA2050 and the U.S. Mission to the United Nations could work together to support regional stability, encourage dialogue, and promote greater economic cooperation and prosperity.
The meeting also reflected a shared interest in finding practical ways to address regional challenges while building on opportunities for closer engagement.
MENA2050 looks forward to continuing the conversation and exploring opportunities to turn shared ideas into meaningful initiatives that benefit the region and its people.



