The war in Syria, which started in 2011, had hardly started to recede when the new coronavirus pandemic hit the country, revealing the inadequacy of its social, developmental and economic system. While the nature and
Since the spread of corona in Qatar, the storm of criticism aimed at the status of guest workers who face harsh conditions or are illegally laid off, especially in the Doha Industrial Area, would
On January 29, 2020, UAE registered its first coronavirus case. Later, it became exemplary among its neighbours for the way it was dealing with the pandemic at government, economy and people levels. UAE
Palestinians have a long experience in dealing with crises under a dreadful occupation, yet today they are facing even more extraordinary challenges due to the spread of the coronavirus and the nature of the
By Jalal Aby Saleh According to a 2019 Criminal Information Department of the Public Security Directorate report, that year young people committed 181 crimes, 10 misdemeanors, 1,629 crimes against property, 156 crimes against public
For over 10 years now, Jordan has faced great challenges on its northern border, which have been threatening its security and stability, and draining its resources. The ongoing crisis and the repercussions of regional
By Ramsey Mansur The solutions for addressing the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic cannot be limited to the supply side in light of widespread loss of income and cautious demand. To stimulate demand
By Ramsey Mansur In order for the majority for SMEs to survive the COVID-19 induced economic crisis there is no alternative to injecting liquidity into the economy. SMEs in Jordan have always found it difficult
The substantial financial hardships faced by thousands of Tunisian workers due to the general quarantine imposed in light of the Coronavirus have become evident. A striking example of this can be seen through the
In this brief, ARDD analyses the measures taken by Egypt to address the needs of those that are the most impacted by the Coronavirus pandemic; namely refugees, daily workers, women, children, and the elderly.