Social Policy

The Impact of COVID-19 on SME in Saudi Arabia: A Large-Scale Survey

Monshaat This report explores the attempts to mitigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on small and medium enterprises in Saudi Arabia by means of government policies and business owners’ decisions. Report

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The COVID-19 Pandemic and Conflict Dynamics in Syria

SWP This paper reports on the conflict dynamics that impede confronting COVID-19 challenges, the COVID-19 impact on the military balance of power, crucial actors likely to adjust their priorities as well as policy recommendations. Article

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Space-time COVID-19 Monitoring in Morocco

The Pan African Medical Journal This article aims to describe and analyze the COVID-19 distribution in Morocco and the key measures taken to curb its spread. Journal Article

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Egypt, COVID-19, and the Economy: A Combustible Mix?

Brookings Institution This article reports on the expected economic and social fallout in light of the COVID-19 pandemic crisis in Egypt. It assesses Egypt’s response to the pandemic and the IMF’s financial assistance. Article

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The Coronavirus in Kuwait: An Agent of Reform?

Carnegie Middle East Center This article reports on strategies and policy recommendations the Kuwaiti government could adopt to ensure the sustainability of the government’s current status as well as to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. Article

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Gender Alert on COVID-19 Lebanon 

UNFPA This report provides observations from frontline responders on issues of gender equality in Lebanon in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. Report

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Coronavirus Spreads “Exponentially” in Qatar’s Labor Camps

CBS News This article reports on the transmission of COVID-19 in overcrowded labor camps in Qatar with poor living conditions. Article

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Conflict and the COVID-19 Pandemic Present a Significant Threat to Life in Libya

International Organization of Migration This article reports on the serious implications of COVID-19 on the humanitarian crisis in Libya, such as armed conflicts and food insecurity. It also includes a call to action to financially support the people of Libya and stand by them.  Article

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COVID-19 Impact: What We Know So Far — Syria

International Planned Parenthood Federation This article features an interview with Lama Mouaeka, the Executive Director of Syria’s Family Planning Association (SFPA), on the impact of COVID-19. Article

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Politics of COVID-19 in Egypt: Between Repression and Opportunism

Arab Center Washington DC This article explains how the Egyptian government exploited the COVID-19 crisis for political gain. It also assesses the political measures taken to control the spread of the virus. Article

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