The Survey of Economic and Social Developments in the ESCWA Region is an annual publication, which has been prepared by the secretariat of the Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) since 1980. It is intended to broaden readers' understanding of the most recent economic and social developments, and to contribute to the establishment of appropriate policies for sustainable economic growth in the region. Coverage in the 2000-2001 volume includes major developments in the world economy and their implications for the region, aggregate economic performance, monetary and fiscal developments, developments in trade, foreign investment, balance of payments, globalization and regional integration, regional transportation, and social capital formation. No subject index. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
The Bulletin provides data and statistics on the countries of the Economic Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) covering population, fertility and mortality, marriages and divorces. This issue includes vital statistic and indicators from 2000 to the date of preparation of the publication. This bilingual publication is in English and Arabic.
This publication provides an in-depth analysis of a developmental issue of vital importance to the region of Western Asia - the unemployment problem in Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon and the Yemen.
This is the fourth annual review of key trends and developments regarding regional integration of the countries of the Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) region into the global economy. Chapter headings include: the Arab world's share of the global economy; international trade negotiations and economic development; regional integration; and a focus on specific sectors including transport, energy, water and ICT sectors as well as trade facilitation.
A new study which provides an invaluable poverty profile of the region, with information on the extent, the nature & the causes of poverty. Focusing on the social dimensions of the problem, the study singles out four issues to assess their correlation with poverty, namely population dynamics, employment, health & education. The study also aims to identify groups of the population most affected by poverty. Research workers & policy makers will find this publication of the greatest help in addressing the most critical aspects of poverty.
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