Unlock the export potential of the Middle East and North Africa. This insightful analysis reveals why MENA lags in global trade and how to ignite economic growth. Champions Wanted dives deep into firm-level data, exposing the critical weakness: a lack of export powerhouses. Unlike thriving regions, MENA struggles to cultivate companies that can compete on the world stage. Discover how uncompetitive exchange rates, trade barriers, and corruption stifle growth. This book is for economists, policymakers, and anyone seeking to understand and address MENA's economic challenges. Learn how to:
- Foster a competitive real exchange rate - Streamline trade and reduce transaction costs - Attract foreign direct investment - Promote effective export strategies Transform MENA's trade landscape and unleash its economic potential.
