- Realizing the Jobs Potential of MENA’s Cities
The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region faces one of the world’s most pressing employment challenges. While national economic reforms remain essential, a new World Bank report argues that the region’s cities—not just national governments—will determine whether MENA can generate the millions of productive jobs its growing population needs. The report provides an important […]
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