The Axis of Information is Changing: News from the Middle East featuring David Marash, Chief Washington Anchor for Al-Jazeera English.The Middle East continues to grow in importance on the world stage, amid much uncertainty as to its future. Its economic base may well be threatened because of growing instabilities at a political level and the changing oil markets. However, many governments, individuals, and organizations are actively pursuing a future in which the Middle East is in a position of stability and power. This conference examines the diversity of views and ideas being put forth by such voices.