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
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
Tunisia’s IMF Journey: Unveiling the Successes, Failures, and Ongoing Challenges.
Brief Introduction to the Study Tax policy is one of the fundamental tools of economic policy that states use to achieve an effective balance between public resources and expenditures while
A Mess of Pottage: Cash and Kind
Introduction The Tamween (‘Supply’) system, a subsidized goods distribution network operating through ration cards, has served as a cornerstone of Egypt’s welfare state since the early 1960s. Beyond representing
Private sector acquisition of the Public Healthcare Sector: Context, Implications & Alternatives to private-sector-led growth as per the IMF key goals in Egypt–A Primer
Abstract The reform of Egypt’s public sector is a key condition for the latest $8bn transaction from the IMF. This includes the sale of state companies as well as the
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.
Arab Watch Coalition Offers Heartfelt Condolences to Morocco
In the wake of the recent earthquake that has deeply shaken Morocco, leaving behind a path of devastation and affecting countless lives, the Arab Watch Coalition extends its sincere and
It’s Time to Abolish Tax Privileges
The Arab Watch Coalition has released a new study that highlights the critical economic and social challenges that Tunisia is currently facing. The country is dealing with substantial debt repayment
A Community is left to pay a hefty price for the IFC to “Learn Free Lessons”
A COMMUNITY IS LEFT TO PAY A HEFTY PRICE FOR THE IFC TO “LEARN FREE LESSONS” TITAN ALEXANDRIA, EGYPT Written by: Amy Ekdawi Background Nestled on the Northern Egyptian Coast,