Reflections from MENA at the #SpecialMeeting24
These were some of the key takeaways from speakers from the MENA region on the core themes of global collaboration, growth and energy for development.
Maroun Kairouz
May 3, 2024
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The state of world prosperity: 4 key data points you need to understand
World prosperity is moving in the right direction — but not as fast as we'd hope. Here's what you need to know about world prosperity in 4 key data points.
Wolfgang Fengler and Homi Kharas
May 3, 2024
OECD upgrades global economic outlook, and other economics stories to read
Top economy stories: OECD upgrades global economic outlook; Eurozone economy rebounds; India infrastructure output rises.
Joe Myers
May 3, 2024
The need to invest in human capital was a key topic at the World Economic Forum's Special Meeting on Global Collaboration, Growth and Energy for Development.
Gayle Markovitz and Kate Whiting
May 2, 2024
How to navigate sustainability in the automotive industry
The sustainability compass allows companies to navigate myriad framework options aligned with their goals toward sustainability in the automotive industry.
Lena McKnight and Stefan Fahrni
May 2, 2024
How philanthropy is empowering India's mental health sector
Mental health in India has long been overshadowed by other healthcare issues. But philanthropy is emerging as a crucial player in addressing this crisis.
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
May 2, 2024
Cryptocurrency regulations are changing across the globe. Here's what you need to know
Governments around the world are building out new regulations for cryptocurrencies. Here’s a round-up.
Ian Shine
May 2, 2024
How The Gambia offers a roadmap for enhancing diaspora engagement
The Migration and Sustainable Development in The Gambia Project offers vital lessons on how to sustainably strengthen diaspora engagement for development.
Gibril Faal and Adrian Kitimbo
May 2, 2024
The opportunity of servicing energy demand in the Global South
Developing economies and the Global South will drive up to 85% of new energy demand in the coming years. Here's how to meet that demand and improve lives.
Marco Arcelli
May 2, 2024
Cybersecurity lessons from Latin America's battle against ransomware threats
Cybersecurity incidents in countries like Costa Rica and Colombia have prompted establishment of comprehensive cybersecurity policies across Latin America.
Belisario Contreras
May 2, 2024
How global joint ventures can thrive in times of turmoil
Joint ventures across borders are becoming increasingly relevant for companies seeking to penetrate foreign markets, especially during geopolitical storms.
Rahul Khubchandani and Ed Gore-Randall
May 2, 2024
Floods in the Arabian Gulf remind us that investing in climate mitigation cannot wait
The April floods that hit the Gulf will impose severe costs on affected areas — and they are a reminder of the urgent need to invest in climate mitigation.
Neeshad Shafi
May 1, 2024
From start-ups to digital jobs: Here’s what global leaders think will drive maximum job creation
The adoption of frontier technology is a key driver of job growth. Smaller enterprises are key to creating new jobs but red tape is holding them back.
Simon Torkington
May 1, 2024
In Haiti, a bold project for education is delivering results
Haiti faces a variety of challenges — but that doesn't mean that we can afford to abandon the country's children. This project is helping Haiti's learners.
Jean-Claude Brizard
May 1, 2024