This analytical report, prepared by Matthieu Cimino, Science Po Paris, presents the main topics discussed at the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Regional Seminar which was organised in November 2013 by the Tunisian School of Politics, in co-operation with the Moroccan School.It provides a thorough analysis of the political trends in the region, the development of constitutional processes and the state of fundamental rights and freedoms. This seminar was organised with the support of the Council of Europe/EU South Programme.