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Explore the economic transformation potential of the Middle East and North Africa region through this 50-minute conference talk from the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026. Examine how the region could transition from resource dependence to a diversified, competitive economic landscape driven by growth rebounds and substantial investments in frontier technology, infrastructure, and emerging industries. Analyze whether ambitious economic strategies will generate sustainable, resilient growth or create new economic vulnerabilities for MENA countries. Learn from expert perspectives provided by speakers Noor Ali Alkhulaif, Dan Murphy, Hisham Ezz-Al-Arab, Ahmed Kouchouk, and Hussain Sajwani as they discuss strategic approaches to economic diversification, technological advancement, and regional prosperity. Gain insights into the challenges and opportunities facing Middle Eastern economies as they navigate the balance between leveraging traditional resource advantages and building modern, innovation-driven economic foundations.
