The main tracks included a variety of issues for discussion: major scientific issues, the global economic crisis, and the Arab novel.

Scientific Progress and Epidemics (Swine Flu)

This track deals with a number of issues, including the N1H1epidemic, the scientific concept of epidemics, the impact of scientific progress, and how individuals and communities deal with them. Furthermore, this track discusses the way epidemics are portrayed in dramatic works and the relationship between science and superstition.

The Global Economic Crisis and the Issues of Capitalism and Socialism

No less important than the swine flu, the global economic crisis has left its impact on world economy. Such a crisis is reminiscent of the depression of the thirties which was one of the major factors leading to World War II. This track discusses the economic crisis, taking into account both the capitalist and socialist points of view as the two major pillars of modern economic thought.

The Arab Novel between Quantitative Explosion and Qualitative Bloom

With the spread of the term, the “Age of the Novel,” and the emergence of many prominent novelists and novels, it was important to discuss this phenomenon, which has recently generated a great deal of interest. The track discusses the different trends and schools of the Arab novel.