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| 6 May 2014 |
ESCWA Annual Report 2013 |
During 2013, the Commission celebrated its 40th Anniversary and reiterated its commitment to member states and the overall prosperity of the Arab Region. Following a three pronged approach, the Commission sought in 2013 to assist member states in achieving economic and social integration, face the current challenges of transition through strengthened institutions, participation and enhanced capacities, and deliver equitable and sustainable growth for all. |
| 2 May 2018 |
Methodological study on economic statistics: Islamic Finance in the National Accounts |
The study presents four research papers on how Islamic finance should be handled in the System of National Accounts 2008 (2008 SNA) and monetary statistics based on discussion and research papers presented in the workshop organized by ESCWA and UNSD on Islamic finance in national accounts. Research and best practices are needed beyond the financial assets and liabilities and their classification by type of financial instrument described within the framework of monetary and financial statistics, in line with the 2008 SNA. |
| 8 November 2017 |
Women’s Political Representation in the Arab Region |
This study examines the status of women's political representation in the Arab region and identifies barriers to women's presence in governance structures. |
| 20 May 2015 |
Memorandum of Understanding on Maritime Transport Cooperation in the Arab Mashreq |
The Memorandum of Understanding on Maritime Transport Cooperation in the Arab Mashreq is an endeavor to establish cooperation and integration between members of ESCWA in the Arab Mashreq region. This Memorandum recognizes that maritime transport plays an important role in strengthening intraregional and foreign trade and promotes the economic and social integration of the ESCWA region and the Arab region in general. |
| 20 May 2015 |
The Governance Deficit and Conflict Relapse in the ESCWA Region |
The post-colonial socio-political landscape of the ESCWA region has witnessed a seemingly endless chain of conflict, fragile peace and constantly heightened levels of political tension, all of which have had negative ramifications for governance and socio-economic development in the region. Indeed, conflict, political tension, rentier economies and parochial systems of governance have undermined social cohesion, access to natural resources, inclusive growth, economic diversification, justice and peace itself. |
| 3 December 2013 |
Combating Domestic Violence against Women and Girls: Policies to Empower Women in the Arab Region |
This study examines the phenomenon of domestic violence against women and girls in the Arab region. It analyses its sociocultural and legal aspects and its economic impact and cost. |
| 22 March 2018 |
Transport and Connectivity to Global Value Chains: Illustrations from the Arab Region |
This publication aims to review recent developments related to Global Value Chain engagement and connectivity in the context of the Arab region. In doing so, it will provide an assessment of the role of transport services in the participation of Arab countries in Global Value Chains, with a view to formulating some key recommendations on how to improve the role of transport services for greater Global Value Chain participation. |
| 20 May 2015 |
Guide on the Application of the Sustainable Livelihoods Approach in the ESCWA Region |
This guide promotes the adoption and integration of the Sustainable Livelihood Approach (SLA) and helps improve and develop the well-being of the population in the ESCWA region. This approach is divided into four steps: analysis of the situation, design and selection of relevant strategies, implementation, and follow-up of adjustment. Moreover, the guide highlights the need to build appropriate capacity in order to facilitate the adoption and integration of the SLA through policies and programmes. |
| 20 May 2015 |
Improved Energy Efficiency and the Uses of Cleaner Fossil Fuels in Selected Sectors in Certain ESCWA Member Countries, Part I: Improved Energy Efficiency in Energy-Intensive Industries |
The industrial sector plays a vital role in the national economies of the ESCWA region and consumes some 25 per cent of total energy. This study is the first volume of a two-part study assessing the role of the industrial sector in the national economies of the region; current energy consumption trends in selected energy-intensive industries; and economically feasible options for improving energy efficiency in these industries. The study assesses energy consumption in several sectors, including the cement industry, steel industry, fertilizer manufacturing and glass manufacturing. |
| 21 January 2016 |
Overcoming Population Vulnerability to Water Scarcity in the Arab Region: Population and Development Report Issue No. 7 |
The report analyzes the nexus between population dynamics and water scarcity and underlines the need to account for such dynamics in formulating sustainable development policies. |