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| 15 January 2015 |
Transport and logistics |
Improving transport and logistics leads to improved regional and international competitiveness and integration. The Arab region is set to benefit from the enhanced connectivity resulting from more efficient transport and logistics, which in turn will help to reduce the cost of trade. |
| 14 January 2015 |
Innovation for Development |
Acknowledging the need to develop the knowledge-based economy and information society in the Arab region, ESCWA is keen to support member countries in enhancing the eco-system of the knowledge-based economy and information society and promoting innovation and the use of modern technologies. |
| 15 January 2015 |
Social Dimensions of the Post-2015 Development Agenda |
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are expected to become the basis of the new development paradigm after the conclusion of the Millennium Development Goals in 2015. The concept of sustainable development rests on collective responsibility to strengthen three interdependent pillars – economic development, inclusive social development and environmental protection. |
| 15 January 2015 |
Modelling and Forecasting |
Informed policymaking rests in part on modelling and forecasting research, some of the results of which are included in the annual flagship publication, Survey of Economic and Social Development in the Arab Region. The survey looks at the region’s socioeconomic development assets |
| 15 January 2015 |
Civic Engagement and Participatory Development |
Civil society organizations are taking on a growing role in Arab societies. They mobilized citizens during the Arab uprisings and have been prominent in debate on reform. By acting as intermediaries between the State and citizens, they have proven to be powerful advocates of the rights of the most vulnerable groups |
| 25 November 2014 |
Land and Food Security |
Food security lies at the heart of sustainable development. The Food and Environment Policies Section of the SDPD, in close cooperation with the League of Arab States, UNEP and other regional and international organizations, provides technical assistance to member States. |
| 25 November 2014 |
Energy |
The energy sector is the main driver of vital importance for the economic and social development in the ESCWA member States. Indeed, access to modern energy services is a prerequisite for achieving most economic and social development goals including improving people’s welfare. |
| 10 March 2015 |
Arab Least Developed Countries (LDCs) |
Least developed countries (LDCs) around the world are characterized by low per capita income, poor social and human development and, frequently, disadvantageous geographical locations. Three member States of ESCWA are ranked as LDCs: Mauritania, the Sudan and Yemen. |
| 14 January 2015 |
Gender Mainstreaming and National Institutions |
Since the 1995 Fourth World Conference on Women in Beijing, the United Nations has increasingly focused on “gender mainstreaming”, that is, ensuring that the concerns of women and men are equally reflected in policymaking and programmes. |
| 24 March 2015 |
Employment |
Decent work is a cornerstone to a life in dignity. Not only is it a source of income, it is also a source of pride and driver of economic, social as well as individual professional development. Decent work is essential for making progress on the sustainable development agenda, especially for further poverty reduction and social inclusion. |