Charting a New Course: Arab Banking in an Era of Shifting Expertise and Public Trust
OverviewIn a world where the credibility of experts is increasingly questioned, the Arab banking sector faces a pivotal challenge. The rise of populist sentiments, coupled with skepticism towards those in […]
A Note to the Future, by Adel El-Labban
Adel El-Labban is one of the most distinguished bankers of his generation. He led Commercial International Bank as it became the premier bank in Egypt, and he led Ahli United […]
The Wider Impact of Us Government Shutdown
By Dr Wissam Fattouh, Secretary General, Union of Arab Banks and World Union of Arab Bankers Introduction Government shutdowns are not unique to the United States but are more common […]
IMEC: India Middle East Europe Economic Corridor – The Need for New Global Infrastructure in a Multipolar World
BY DR SOHA MAADIntroductionThe India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor IMEC, announced at the Group of twenty G20 Summit held in September 2023 in New Delhi in India, has far reaching implications […]
Unraveling Gender Disparities: Insights into Women’s Economic Realities
In the world of economics, the last few decades have witnessed a paradigm shift. Concepts that were once relegated to the peripheries of economic discourse have steadily advanced to the […]
Arab Banking Conference 2023: Arab Economic Outlook in Light of International Changes
IntroductionIn an epoch-defining event, the Union of Arab Banks (UAB) proudly unveiled the “Arab Banking Conference 2023: Arab Economic Outlook in Light of International Changes” under the esteemed patronage and […]
The Transition to Green Economy in The Arab World
By Dr Soha Maad
Resilience Redefined: Decoding the Forces behind a Robust Global Economy
As we stand at the end of 2023, a surprising narrative unfolds, challenging the ominous forecasts that permeated the economic landscape earlier this year. Amid the prevailing uncertainty, one notable […]
Rethinking The G20: A Call For Reform In An Evolving Economic Landscape
the ever-shifting landscape of global economic governance, the recent G20 summit in India has not only marked the ascendancy of a major power but also exposed the deep-seated challenges of […]
Lessons from the EU Single Market Towards an Integrated and Sustainable Arab Single Market
BY DR SOHA MAAD Introduction This article overviews the European Union (EU) single market and efforts to establish the Arab single market. The overview covers the objectives and structure, the […]
The Illusion of Grain Shortages: Unpacking the Global Dynamics
Highlights:Global wheat supply remained consistent despite geopolitical disruptions, challenging the narrative of a looming grain crisis.The dominant control of major grain traders and lack of regulatory intervention suggest market movements […]
69 Arab Banks in the Top 1000 World Banks
By Mr. Rami Fattouh Introduction: In 2022, the global economic landscape continued to be shaped by evolving financial regulations, technological advancements, and the persistent challenges arising from geopolitical events and […]
AI and the Global Economic Outlook: A Transformative Boost?
HighlightsThe global economy faces challenges like supply issues and high inflation, but AI, particularly LLMs, promises significant productivity boosts and industry transformation.AI’s potential lies in enhancing job roles, assisting less-experienced […]
SUMMITS AND VALLEYS: HOW WORLD SUMMITS ARE SHAPING THE GLOBAL ECONOMY
IntroductionThis article overviews recent world summits and assesses their impact on the global economy. The article also highlights the challenges that are facing the global economy. These challenges are the […]
World Databases: Where is The Arab World Data?
IntroductionThis article highlights the importance of developing more Arab databases produced by Arab authorities and data centres in Arab countries. Moreover, there is a need for more domain specific databases […]
The Future of Work: How Much Work is Enough Work?
Transformation in labor market post-COVID-19, shifting away from traditional work routines.Redefinition of work norms, including the shorter workweek, referencing industrial-era changes.Reassessment of the time-money balance during the pandemic, leading to […]