Versuch einer Quantifizierung der wirtschaftlichen Folgen des zweiten Golfkriegs. Angesprochen werden: veränderte Gastarbeiter- und damit Finanzströme, hohe unmittelbare und indirekte Kriegsfolgelasten und deren externe Mitfinanzierung, veränderte regionale Leistungstransfers,...

Presents an overview of the situation of foreign female domestic workers and reviews the legislative framework, government policy and private initiatives to protect their rights.

ILO pub. Working paper on working conditions of Pakistani migrant workers in the Middle East, with particular reference to their situation in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates - examines the findings of a survey carried out from 1976 to 1983 and covering grievances with regard to breach...

The paper provides an overview of entrepreneurial innovation and aspiration in the United Arab Emirates to help policy makers facilitate Emirati entrepreneurs establish small and medium size enterprises that develop and utilize new technology and innovation through research and development. The...

The article focuses on the role commercial diplomacy (CD) has on enhancing economic recovery of Serbia. Serbia is chosen as a case due to being a small country (in transition), facing many economic problems, largely emanating from its economic structure, with its economy being highly oriented...

This 2012 Article IV Consultation highlights that the economic recovery in the United Arab Emirates is continuing despite the uncertain global economic environment. The banking sector has remained well capitalized and profitable, despite a continued rise in nonperforming loans and higher...

This staff report on United Arab Emirates 2013 Article IV Consultation highlights economic policies and development. Against a backdrop of political stability, confidence has further increased, tourism has been firm, demand from expatriates from the broader region has increased, and capital...

This 2014 Article IV Consultation highlights that the United Arab Emirates has continued to benefit from its perceived safe-haven status amid regional instability. The economic recovery has been solid, supported by the tourism and hospitality sectors, and a rebounding real estate sector....

This Selected Issues paper focuses on the real estate market and Expo 2020 in the United Arab Emirates. It discusses the measures that could mitigate risks associated with the real estate cycle and the international experience with real estate booms and hosting large events such as World Expos,...

As undiversified commodity exporters, GCC economies are prone to pro-cyclical systemic risk in the financial system. During periods of high hydrocarbon prices, favorable economic prospects make the financial sector keen to lend, leading to higher domestic credit growth and easier access to...