The usage of mobile payments
Statistics from the Central Bank of Bahrain’s Financial Stability Report show that the volume of digital portfolio transactions has been on the rise over the past years. Dr. Fatima Al-Sebaie, explains how customers use these digital wallets in their daily lives.
Derasat-UNDP Bahrain Report examines COVID-19 impact on financial transactions, consumption behavior
As part of its partnership with UNDP Bahrain to study the socio-economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Kingdom of Bahrain, Derasat published a report examining data on the number and value of financial transactions in Bahrain.
The Impact of the COVID-19 on Financial Transactions and Consumer Behavior in Bahrain: An Initial Analysis

As part of its partnership with UNDP Bahrain to study the socio-economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Kingdom of Bahrain, Derasat published a report examining data on the number and value of financial transactions in Bahrain.
Gender inequality in the workplace: Saudi Arabia needs more data
In order for Saudi Arabia to overcome labor market gender inequality, the initial step is obtaining high quality data to avoid misallocating valuable resources and implementing counterproductive policies.
Sudan floods: towards an integrated disaster management strategy
Dr. Ashraf Keshk, comments on post floods situation in Sudan and emphasizes on the importance of comprehensive disaster strategy by the governments to mitigate the damages of such crisis.
Measuring the Training and Awareness Needs of Candidates for the 2022 Parliamentary and Municipal elections
In an effort by the Bahrain Institute for Political Development to prepare a national plan to raise the efficiency of candidates for the parliamentary and municipal elections for the year 2022, a study was conducted for a group of those wishing to run for elections and to identify their training needs to develop their skills, raise their level of efficiency and qualify them to engage in political work.
Scientific research is critical to tackling racial discrimination
Dr. Omar Al-Ubaydli discusses recent studies on the issue of discrimination, stressing the critical role that scientific research plays in helping society overcome prejudice and bigotry.
The Battle of Regional Security .. A Strategic Outlook
Regional organizations have played a crucial security role, especially to resolve some of the conflicts faced in the absence of mandatory authority at the UN to fulfill the purpose. In this article, Dr. Ashraf Keshk raises important questions about the regional security regulations.
Experts’ Bulletin #9: The Eastern Mediterranean Conflict and its Impact on Regional and Global Security
Derasat’s recent Experts’ Bulletin discussed “The Eastern Mediterranean Conflict and its Impact on Regional and Global Security”. The webinar took place on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at 11:00 AM via Zoom.
Derasat’s Board of Trustees Hold 3rd Quarter Activity Review
Derasat’s Board of Trustees held its 15th periodic meeting online, during which they discussed the Centre’s outputs during the 3rd quarter of this year.