IMF Surcharges are Unfair, Counterproductive and a Threat to an Equitable Global Economic Recovery. They Should be Eliminated Immediately!
On Jan. 17, UNSG Antonio Guterres delivered a grim warning to the world, stating that “at this critical moment, we
Statement of the Environment and Climate Change Working Group of the Arab Watch Coalition for Financial Justice that brings us closer to Comprehensive Climate Justice. From the Paris Agreement to Belém: 10 years of Unsatisfactory Results.
In the past three decades, the global financial system has reproduced itself with every crisis under the banner of “financial
IFC Access to Information Policy: Making the World’s Largest Private Investor More Open
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is the part of the World Bank Group that invests in private businesses allThe Need for a Sanction System for IFC Clients Violating Performance Standards: Ensuring Accountability Beyond Financial Fraud
The Need for a Sanction System for IFC Clients Violating Performance Standards Ensuring Accountability Beyond Financial Fraud Author: Amy Ekdawi
Strengthening the Role of Civil Society: Effective Strategies for Navigating IMF Negotiations
In a world fraught with economic and political challenges, civil society organizations (CSOs) emerge as a driving force in the Proactive Preparation: The Key to Civil Society Organizations’ Success in Engaging with the International Monetary Fund
The voice of communities is among their most valuable assets. In light of the mounting challenges facing civil society organizations
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
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
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 Understanding and Engaging with the IMF: A Toolkit for Arab Civil Society Organizations
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) plays a significant role in shaping economic policies across the Arab region, influencing everything from
Understanding and Leveraging the World Bank’s Environmental and Social Framework: A Toolkit for MENA CSOs
Introduction to the toolkit This guide, in its third part, is designed to address a critical area for civil society Understanding the World Bank’s Updated CCE Framework and New Monitoring Indicator: Key Insights and CSOs’ Recommendations
This overview is based on key consultation documents, including “Citizens at the Center: A Strategic Review of Good Practices and
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
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
AWC’s Comments and Recommendations on the World Bank Group’s Proposed New Country Engagement Approach
As part of the World Bank’s Evolution Process, which began two years ago, the WBG is reviewing its country engagement
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
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
AWC Unveils New Logo
We are proud and excited to unveil the new logo of Arab Watch Coalition—a bold reflection of our identity and
An IMF Advocacy toolkit for Organizations Based in the Arab World
Introduction to the toolkit This toolkit is part of a three-part series designed to empower civil society organizations (CSOs), activists, A Guide to Access World Bank Project Information and Understand Project Documents for CSOs
Introduction to the toolkit The Arab region has long faced a gap in awareness regarding the profound influence International Financial