Faculty & Research

Dr. Walid Marrouch participates as a speaker in the Arab Mayors Academy webinar on Urban Economic Resilience.

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Dr. Walid Marrouch participated as a speaker in the Arab Mayors Academy webinar on September 18, 2024. His presentation, titled “Fostering Resilient Local Economies: Strategies and Insights,” delved into the crucial area of urban economics, offering valuable perspectives on promoting economic stability and growth within cities.

The Arab Mayors Academy, organized by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (UNESCWA), the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), and United Cities and Local Governments - Middle East and West Asia Section (UCLG-MEWA), is a capacity-building initiative aimed at empowering local leaders in the Arab region to address the unique challenges and opportunities of urban and sustainable development.