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World Economic Forum and OECD Launch SDIP ASEAN Hub

  The Sustainable Development Investment Partnership (SDIP) is to establish an ASEAN regional hub to advance blended finance for sustainable infrastructure investment in the region SDIP, a collaborative initiative managed by the OECD and the World Economic Forum, brings together a community of 35 governments, banks, pension funds and philanthropic organizations committed to mobilizing $100 …

Slow progress, but no U-turns on the Arab Spring

Demands for greater dignity, better services and prosperity must be met The Syrian conflict remains a central concern Israeli-Palestinian conflict is a major stumbling block to peace and prosperity Dead Sea, Jordan, 25 May 2013 – The Middle East and North Africa region continues to make slow progress in following through on the aspirations of the …

Political and Economic Inclusion Critical to Successful Transitions

Political and economic inclusion is critical for successful transitions in MENA region countries Governments in these countries are being pressured to implement reforms very quickly Dead Sea, Jordan, 25 May 2013 – Political and economic inclusion is critical to successful transitions to prosperity and stability in the region, according to political and business leaders and academics …

King of Jordan Calls for Regional Cooperation at Opening of World Economic Forum on the Middle East and North Africa

Political and humanitarian solution needed for Syria, says King of Jordan Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas calls for investment and joint ventures in tourism, energy and industry World Economic Forum Chairman Klaus Schwab announces high-level meeting with US Secretary of State John Kerry, Israel’s President Shimon Peres and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas Dead Sea, Jordan, 25 …

Education and Job Creation for Youth Top Outlook on the Arab World Agenda

The Arabic version of the Outlook on the Global Agenda 2013 is launched at the World Economic Forum on the Middle East and North Africa The report focuses on regional challenges linked to globalization, geopolitics, hyperconnectivity, the post-2015 development agenda and leadership values Report insights will be discussed at the Forum’s Summit on the Global Agenda 2013 in November …

World Economic Forum Launches Two Reports on Boosting Strategic Infrastructure

The World Economic Forum is working with the African Union Commission, the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD) Planning and Coordinating Agency, the African Development Bank and a business working group of 35 leading infrastructure companies on regional infrastructure development in Africa. Launched today, Strategic Infrastructure in Africa: A business approach to project acceleration focuses on regional …