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| 5 October 2017 |
Workshop on “ Coherent Efficient and Effective National Technology Transfer System in Morocco” |
This activity falls under the Development Account (DA) project on “Establishing National Technology Development and Transfer Systems in select ESCWA member states” which aims to strengthen the capacity of select countries in the ESCWA region to create an enabling policy environment for research and development, and commercialization of research results. The objective of this workshop is to discuss the studies conducted by the national consultants with the relevant national stakeholders and building on the conclusions to go for the next steps. |
| 15 January 2015 |
Social Protection and Employment |
Decent work is essential for a life in dignity, and formal employment is a key for obtaining access to pension funds, health insurance, unemployment support, transfers related to maternity and disability, and other forms of social protection. |
| 26 September 2014 |
Social justice in the Arab world |
This paper attempts to assess the level of social justice in the Arab region, and suggests a set of actions to advance its realization. |
| 6 November 2017 |
Trade Toolkit for Impact Analysis |
This workshop aims to provide technical support and to build the capacity of the Arab Customs Union Committee members to use the quantitative Trade tools and understand its Economic Impact |
| 15 January 2015 |
Population and Development |
The Arab population stood at 363.3 million in 2012, forming 5.1 per cent of the world population, and is projected to reach 604 million by 2050. In addition to rapid population growth, the region is characterized by a sizeable youth bulge, and high urbanization rates. |
| 11 December 2014 |
Negotiations on Climate Change |
ESCWA convened a three-day Regional Training Workshop on Capacity Development for Climate Change Negotiations for the Arab Countries in collaboration with the League of Arab States (LAS) between 26 and 28 May 2014 in Amman. The workshop was the second in a series of workshops on building the capacity of Arab countries on climate change negotiations. |
| 29 August 2017 |
Module 4: Internet Governance |
This module provides readers with the main features of Internet governance and the history of the Internet and its technical development, and discusses various issues related to Internet governance and its challenges. |
| 4 August 2017 |
Executive Secretary Visits Former Head of State |
United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Executive Secretary of ESCWA Mohamed Ali Al-Hakim paid on 2 August 2017 a courtesy visit to former Lebanese President Amin Gemayel in his office in Bikfaya. Al-Hakim took over his functions at the helm of ESCWA last May. The two officials discussed collaboration between ESCWA and Lebanon in addition to the economic and social cooperation activities carried out by the Commission in the region. They also discussed the National Agenda for the Future of Syria program initiated by ESCWA over three years ago. |
| 5 October 2017 |
Workshop on “Coherent Efficient and Effective National Technology Transfer System in Oman” |
This activity falls under the Development Account (DA) project on “Establishing National Technology Development and Transfer Systems in select ESCWA member states” which aims to strengthen the capacity of select countries in the ESCWA region to create an enabling policy environment for research and development, and commercialization of research results. The objective of this workshop is to discuss the studies conducted by the national consultants with the relevant national stakeholders and building on the conclusions to go for the next steps. |
| 5 February 2015 |
Procurement |
ESCWA seeks beneficial long-term relationships with suppliers in order to build up reliable and competitive sources to meet its procurement needs. Doing business with ESCWA provides a unique and cost-effective way to learn about investment opportunities in developing countries and emerging markets. The relationship facilitates entry into those markets and contributes to the sustainable growth of developing countries and their integration into the global economy. |