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In Rome, reporting on Middle East culture
Naima Morelli is a culture writer who specializes in contemporary art from the Middle East, North Africa and the Asia-Pacific region. She is a contributor to Al-Monitor, Middle East Eye, Middle East Monitor, CoBo Social and Qantara, and is the author of two books on contemporary art. On Twitter: @naimamorelli
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Naima Morelli
In Rome, reporting on Middle East culture