Economy & Finance

The International Economic Environment of the Arab Spring

Integration of production between many Arab economies of the Mediterranean and the EU is still a strong reality for these economies, thus making it a structural factor that will continue shaping their international economic near future.

China at Barcelona Summit

The third edition of this initiative is aimed at Chinese companies wishing to invest in Europe and presents Barcelona as a hub for Chinese companies with interests in North Africa and the Mediterranean region.

Open Skies in North Africa: Is Tunisia the Next Morocco?

Over the past decades, air transportation has played a significant role in the economic development of Tunisia.

Políticas sociales tras la ‘Primavera Árabe’

Administración pública: mejorar la transparencia y la rendición de cuentas

Una sociedad inclusiva está por encima de las diferencias geográficas, de raza, género, clase y generación, y subordina el poder militar y económico al civil.

Reformas estructurales inacabadas

En los años ochenta, los países del Mediterráneo Sur emprendieron reformas orientadas al mercado que, sin embargo, se quedaron a medio camino.

Reforma del mercado laboral, el gran reto de los países árabes

Muchos países tienen un modelo empresarial basado en mano de obra barata, poca cualificación y baja productividad, incapaz de acoger una población joven y formada.

The Arab Spring: What Consequences on Foreign Investment?

The repercussions of the Arab Spring significantly influenced the evolution of foreign direct investment (FDI) in the region in 2011 and 2012.

Economic Effects of the Arab Revolutions: How Can the Transition Be Fostered and Confidence Restored?

The historic events in the Mediterranean Region since January 2011 constitute a true message of hope, on both the political and economic levels.

Islamic Parties in North Africa and the Challenges of Economies in Transition

The Arab revolts that began in December 2011 were fed by a demand for bread, freedom, and social justice. Youth unemployment and widespread economic discontent were also important contributory factors.

Private Equity in the North African Region. Case Study of Morocco, Tunisia and Algeria

Private equity is a key catalyst for growth in terms of job creation, increasing tax revenues, improving SME governance and many other very positive outcomes, all of which could create significant benefits for the region.

Trade Relations among Mediterranean Countries

A standard measure of trade openness (imports plus exports as a share of GDP) shows that MENA countries are more open than the world average but substantially less than East Asia.