[VIEWPOINT] Manuel Langendorf and Alexander Farley evaluate the potential for turning the challenge of digital transformation in MENA into an opportunity for accelerated, inclusive growth. #WilsonSmart Read more: j.mp/3tIdu5h

The IEMed #Medyearbook2021 offers analyses of the impact on the #EuroMed region of European policy priorities as green transition, strengthening of the social dimension, competitiveness & employment, digitalization... 👉iemed.org/medyearbook #UfMRegionalForum #MediterraneanDay

Covid-19 has shown how urgent it is to improve Internet accessibility and digital skills around the world. The MENA region is no exception, as Alexander Farley and I argue in this Middle East Program paper.

This Middle East Program Occasional Paper on #Covid_19 and #internet accessibility in the #MENA region should be of interest. Co-authored by friend of NESA, Manuel Langendorf.

⚠️ Update: #Yemen remains in the midst of an Internet blackout after most service was knocked out at ~1 a.m. local time. The incident comes amid a series of airstrikes and continues to hinder coverage of events on the ground. netblocks.org/reports/intern…

Read Gilgamesh nabeel's reaction to Alexander Farley and Manuel Langendorf's publication on COVID-19 and internet accessibility in the MENA region. Al-Fanar Media الفنار للإعلام ⬇️ al-fanarmedia.org/2022/02/inequa…

[FEB 17 @ 10AM] During the COVID-19 pandemic, internet use in MENA grew by 11 percent and financing directed to tech start-ups doubled.  Alexander Farley moderates a panel with Manuel Langendorf, Five One Labs's Alice Bosley, and Nermine Saadany on the region's digital transformation.

Second of two articles from Gilgamesh nabeel Al-Fanar Media الفنار للإعلام based on research with Manuel Langendorf. Read for important insights on the digital economy and jobs.

🔖@c_sirikupt & Žilvinas Švedkauskas (Universität Tübingen) explore prospects for #digital talent partnerships between EU13 countries and North African partners. In their #PolicyBrief, they provide recommendations for the 🇪🇺 to expand these initiatives. Read here👉bit.ly/3p7KVyJ

Great overview of the key skills needed as part of 4IR. I would add language skills, particularly English in the technology sector, to the list. Al-Fanar Media الفنار للإعلام Preparing for the Fourth Industrial Revolution: Top Skills and Careers al-fanarmedia.org/2022/01/prepar…

Latest Viewpoint from @WilsoCenterMEP by Nadia Sakkaf argues that moving past food aid to seize opportunities for internet, energy, and finance can unlock Yemen's development potential!

[Training Program] We concluded the fourth training session of the MENA Leadership Academy 3 today in Barcelona 🇪🇸 with fruitful discussions on e-governance, civic tech, and policymaking during and after COVID-19. #MENA #youth #KAS4Innovation

Excited to share our new EuroMeSCo study on the digital transition in the EU's Southern Neighbourhood. We analyse the latest trends on digital divides, the potential of fintech, Egypt's digital strategy, and data protection in the digital age. euromesco.net/publication/th…

In his latest, Manuel Langendorf examines avenues for greater transatlantic cooperation on digital development in the MENA region. mei.edu/publications/e…

In-depth: The competition among Gulf powers to be global AI leaders could play a significant role in boosting the region's digital ecosystem How the Middle East could maximise AI's potential ⬇️ ✍️ Manuel Langendorf newarab.com/analysis/how-m…

[READ] In a new policy brief, MEP Associate Alexander Farley and Researcher Manuel Langendorf examine the digital integration of SMEs in MENA by evaluating gaps and providing recommendations to enhance the integration of ICT within SMEs. Full Publication⤵️ buff.ly/4cfzmLB

If you're interested in #SMEs in #MENA, check out Alexander Farley and my report on the digital capabilities and constraints of SMEs in Egypt, Jordan and Morocco, based on recent survey data. Middle East Program wilsoncenter.org/publication/as…

The EU needs to expand its support for the MENA region’s digital transformation | Manuel Langendorf on how Brussels can better support the region’s digital transition. Middle East Institute mei.edu/publications/e…

[READ] In a new policy brief, MEP Associate Alexander Farley and Researcher Manuel Langendorf examine the digital integration of SMEs in MENA by evaluating gaps and providing recommendations to enhance the integration of ICT within SMEs. Full Publication⤵️ buff.ly/3Th2J9M

[READ] SMEs drive MENA’s economy—80-90% of businesses, 50%+ of formal jobs. Yet, digital adoption lags due to limited funding & know-how. Alexander Farley & Manuel Langendorf explore ICT integration in SMEs in Morocco, Jordan & Egypt. Learn more⬇️ wilsoncenter.org/publication/as…