Publisher's Synopsis
This publication draws upon a reservoir of knowledge and quality research accumulated over a two-year period, under the auspices of the Economic Research Forum (ERF). It is based on background papers prepared by 50 ERF Fellows, affiliates, and other distinguished colleagues, and provides a reliable and independent analysis of the economic trends and prospects for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) countries. The volume has also benefited from data provided by the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development, the Arab Monetary Fund, the Economist Intelligence Unit, ESCWA, ILO, IMF, UNCTAD, UNIDO, and the World Bank, as well as regular statistical bulletins published by the central banks and national statistical agencies of MENA countries. This comprehensive body of information and statistics on the region will help governments, businesses, and individuals to make sound projections and assist in assessing the performance of regional economies. THE ECONOMIC RESEARCH FORUM for the Arab Countries, Iran and Turkey is a well established regional think-tank and networking organization based in Cairo.
