IFC and MIGA Adopt First-Ever Remedy Framework: A Milestone for Accountability
In a major step forward for accountability in development finance, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA)—the private sector arms of the World Bank Group—have
Reconstruction Priorities in Post-War Lebanon and the Imperative for Accountable, Equitable Recovery — a Primer by Arab Watch Coalition
In the wake of the 2024–2025 Israeli assault on Lebanon, the question of reconstruction has re-emerged as an urgent national priority. Yet this is not reconstruction as the country has
Arab Watch Coalition Members’ Participation in the 2025 OECD Watch Global Meeting
Following an invitation from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Watch, Ms. Sihem Bouazza, Chair of the Board of Arab Watch Coalition, and Mr. Ahmed Chehbouni, Treasurer of
The Lebanese Government is Formed—Nine Urgent Priorities for Economic Recovery
Lebanon’s economic trajectory remains precarious following the devastating war with Israel (October 2023–November 2024), which compounded an already severe financial crisis. With the IMF expected to reengage in negotiations for
The Evolution of the World Bank’s Independent Accountability Mechanism: From a Beacon for Accountability to a Confusing Structure
In 1993, under intense pressure from civil society, the World Bank established the Inspection Panel to address complaints from people who believe they may be adversely affected by the Bank’s
A Toolkit for MENA Activists: Understanding the World Bank’s Different Lending Instruments (DPF, PfoR, IPF)
Introduction to the Toolkit This is the second toolkit produced by Arab Watch Coalition (AWC) in a series designed to equip Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and activists with the knowledge
Challenges and Dynamics of Global Carbon Taxation and Emissions Trading – Research Brief
I. Context Climate change has emerged as an anchoring challenge of this decade – one marked with environmental, economic, health, and debt crises– necessitating a unified response from countries worldwide.
MENA Civil Society Calls for Public Disclosure and Consultation on IFC’s Remedial Action Framework
On December 15, 2023, the Arab Watch Coalition, along with its regional partners from the MENA region, submitted a letter to the Committee on Development Effectiveness (CODE) of the World
Bisri Dam Project Fallout: The Nahouli Family’s Battle for Compensation Exposes Gaps with the World Bank’s Due Diligence
Myriam Nahouli delivering her testimony during the CSPF panel titled: “Examining Barriers to Accountability for Communities in the Middle East & North Africa– Marrakech October 12. Myriam Nahouli, along