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| 10 October 2019 |
Egypt From stabilization to a knowledge-based economy A computable general equilibrium modelling approach |
Egypt can improve its long term growth, employment and productivity outcomes with a knowledge based economic structural transformation |
| 20 May 2015 |
Transnational Corporations in ESCWA Member Countries with the United Arab Emirates and Egypt as Case Studies |
In addition to enhancing the flow of foreign direct investment (FDI) into a country, transnational corporations (TNCs) play a significant role in the transfer of technology from developed to developing countries. This study analyses the activities of TNCs in ESCWA member countries with reference to the United Arab Emirates and Egypt as case studies. A study of these two countries, which are host to the highest number of TNCs among ESCWA member States, can assist other ESCWA member countries in adopting sound measures aimed at attracting TNCs and, consequently, FDI. |
| 20 May 2015 |
Good Practices in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Applications in Seaports in the ESCWA Member Countries |
Using information and communications technology (ICT) in ports is essential to ensure accurate, real-time control and pre-planning for port management operations. ICT applications benefit trade facilitation at ports by decreasing time, cost and human error during vessel and cargo operations, and many ports are therefore using ICT as a key tool in their operations. Adopting the combined system as the recommended architecture for ports in ESCWA member countries, this publication includes case studies on best practice in the application of ICT in seaports in selected member countries. |
| 20 May 2015 |
Project Planning and Performance Management: Trainer’s Guide |
This document includes the themes addressed by the training workshop entitled "Project Planning and Performance Management" that aims at identifying priorities and needs, studying the project’s feasibility, implementing it on practical situations and defining the importance of institutional performance measurement in planning in general and in project planning in particular. The document contains the agenda and the expected outcomes of each session. |
| 16 September 2016 |
Beirut Call for Action: Prioritizing women, peace and security on the Arab agenda |
Beirut call for action, resulting from the International Conference on Women, Peace, and Security. Beirut, 8-10 August, 2016. |
| 21 June 2013 |
Social development bulletin No. 3: The post-2015 UN development agenda |
This bulletin explains the content of a report entitled “Realizing the Future We Want for All” that sets out a vision for the future based on the core values of human rights, equality and sustainability. It recommends that the goals and targets of the MDG framework be retained beyond 2015. In addition, this bulletin includes another report entitled “A Regional Perspective on the Post-2015 United Nations Development Agenda” which identifies key priority areas for a global development agenda. |
| 20 May 2015 |
Water for Cities: Responding to the Urban Challenge |
This brochure explains the means that could allow the establishment of sustainable cities such as integrating water resources protection in urban planning, improving operational efficiency of water utilities and monitoring water supply and sanitation in the Arab region. In addition, it sheds the light on the challenges that the Arab cities are facing such as: water quality deterioration due to improper wastewater management and poor urban planning and natural disasters. |
| 4 June 2015 |
Training manual on methodologies for data collection on energy use by the transport sector |
The purpose of the manual is to provide a starting point for those in government bodies responsible for planning surveys; create a common understanding of terms and concepts; establish a common framework for reviewing and evaluating final energy consumption surveys; and summarize regional experiences. It serves as a reference on methodologies for data collection regarding energy use by the transport sector, as well as providing models for estimation (supply and use) and case studies from Morocco, Palestine, Tunisia and Canada. |
| 20 March 2015 |
Building Capacities in Developing Appropriate Green Technologies for Improving the Livelihood of Rural Communities in the ESCWA Region |
This project addresses the obstacles faced by rural communities in the Arab region in accessing modern energy services. It is aimed at strengthening the capacity of Arab countries to mainstream appropriate green technology initiatives into national development programmes and policies, in order to enhance the livelihood of rural communities. |
| 20 May 2015 |
ESCWA Country Profiles, 2009 |
This publication outlines the main social and economic indicators of ESCWA’s member countries. It was jointly prepared by the Statistics Division and the Office of the Executive Secretary. The data presented by this publication have been collected from diverse United Nations and national sources and are for the most recent year available at the time of data collection. |