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Urban Farming, Agritech, and Food Security in the Middle East
Despite being gifted with a rich abundance of hydrocarbons and mineral resources, the Middle East
and North Africa is an arid region that suffers from water scarcity and food insecurity.
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podcast episode
Ep. 92: Skills, with Facebook's Nicola Mendelsohn CBE
“There’s so much more that unites us than separates us. And at the same time, also from a business
perspective, the small businesses around the world, well, they’re looking for the same thing too.
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Smart Cities and the Future of Urban Infrastructure
Technology has long been the catalyst driving the evolution of infrastructure in global cities.
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FDI in MENA: The Role of Capital Markets and Financial Infrastructure
In the era of low oil prices, access to foreign direct investment (FDI) is critical to the region.
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Motivating Venture Capital in the Era of MENA Technology and Innovation
The Middle East is an affluent region and home to very sophisticated investors, including sovereig
n wealth funds, large family offices, and venture capital.
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Creating a 21st Century Workforce: Entrepreneurship, Apprenticeship and Lifelong Learning
More than 28% of the population of the Middle East is aged between 15 and 29, representing over 10
8 million young people.
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African Century: Engaging the Continent's Great Opportunities
As the Middle East looks to its neighbors for potential outward investment, the gaze has concerted
ly turned towards Africa.
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