Iranian Sanctions: OPEC’s Saviour?
Visiting expert, Dr. Cyril Widdershoven, held a talk and discussion on Iranian Sanctions and OPEC at DERASAT on Wednesday 20th March at 1.00pm.
Riyadh International Book Fair 2019
DERASAT was pleased to welcome lots of visitors to our Stand at the Riyadh International Book Fair that took place between 13th – 23rd March, 2019.
BUILDING RESILIENCE: The Economics-Politics connect in the Arab Gulf
The EGIC, Italy, hosted Dr. Omar Al-Ubaydli, to present findings from the recent Bahrain Human Development Report 2018 and to discuss the importance of socio-economic development to peace, security and resilience.
Consensus on Combating Terrorism
Dr. Ashraf Keshk comments on discussions held at the recent 36th Meeting of the Council of Arab Ministers in Tunisia that focused on the challenges of terrorism facing Arab States.
Sustainable Energy Unit Established
Cooperation with DERASAT and the newly established Sustainable Energy Unit will encompass capacity building, collaboration with research institution as well as the preparation and dissemination of awareness and education program.
US Trade Deficit – magnet for investment
Dr. Omar Al-Ubaydli discusses why President Trump’s fight against a trade deficit maybe misguided.
EU-Arab State Cooperation
Cooperation and global challenges were discussed at the first ever EU – League of Arab States Summit, Dt Ashraf Keshk analyses some of the main points….
How the openness of the Gulf economy boosts productivity
Dr. Omar talk about how the openness of the Gulf economy boosts productivity.
Two Prosperous Decades
A new book celebrating His Majesty The King’s 20th Anniversary Rule, published by DERASAT commemorates the last two decades that have seen Bahrain confront the challenges and obstacles to building a prosperous country.
Should Arabian Gulf countries impose trade tariffs?
Economists typically criticise import tariffs, because they result in higher prices for consumers.The Arabian Gulf countries have generally subscribed to this view. However, as the Gulf countries look to diversify their economies, is it time to consider imposing temporary tariffs to develop domestic industries?
