Neo-Orientalism: Towards a Balanced Civilizational Engagement
Hence, the idea of establishing an annual conference emerged to examine the latest developments in Orientalism—whether at the methodological, epistemological, or thematic levels. The conference aims to bridge and balance various approaches and perspectives through direct and open scholarly dialogues. This initiative seeks to move Orientalism beyond ideological tensions and preconceived biases, steering it towards serious academic research that fosters constructive engagement and meaningful communication between human societies. This conference is the first of its kind on Orientalism, held in Doha, the capital of the State of Qatar, providing an intellectual and academic platform for Orientalism experts, thinkers, and researchers. It offers a space for objective discussions on the state of Orientalist studies, their development, and both historical and contemporary perspectives on current global issues and the ongoing interaction between East and West. Additionally, the conference aims to create opportunities for researchers to engage with and benefit from the expertise of leading scholars across various schools of Orientalism, as well as Arabic and Islamic studies worldwide. It also facilitates future collaboration and communication with these experts.