Daniel Yergin delivered a keynote speech. He then joined the panelists for a discussion of regional strategic issues, including both challenges and opportunities. Topics included the role of Saudi Arabia in global economics, consumer issues, Iraq and Iran crises, al-Qaeda and terrorism, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and oil exporting. After their presentations the panelists responded to audience members' questions. Bronson is the author of Thicker Than Oil. The first day of the 15th Annual Arab-U.S. Policymakers Conference focused on "Taking Stock of the Saudi Arabian-U.S. Relationship: Examining the Implications for Interests and Policies."