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Climate Change
To meet carbon targets we must invest in natural gas – here's why
The only way to stay within 2°C is by rebalancing the current energy mixture towards natural gas.
Emerging Technologies
Think older people are technophobes? Think again
Roughly two-thirds of those age 65 and older now go online and a record number now own smartphones.
Aviation and Travel
India will sell only electric cars within the next 13 years
All cars sold in India will be electric by 2030 - good news for environmentalists, but bad news for the oil and gas industry.
Education
Young workers in the US are more likely than ever to have a bachelor's degree
Today’s young workers are more likely than ever to have a bachelor’s degree.
Middle East and North Africa
Crown Prince Al Hussein Bin Abdullah II speaks to the World Economic Forum
The full speech of the heir apparent to Jordan's throne, delivered at the World Economic Forum on the Middle East and North Africa 2017.
A New Opportunity to Revive the Peace Process, Palestinian and Israeli Youth at the Table
Georg Schmitt, Lead, Corporate Affairs and Foundations, Public Engagement, Email: georg.schmitt@weforum.org.
ASEAN
As the ASEAN region turns 50, human rights remain a challenge
Civil liberties have not progressed in tandem with the region’s economic prosperity.
Middle East and North Africa
The King of Spain's speech at the World Economic Forum in Jordan 2017
The full text of an address by King Felipe VI of Spain, which was delivered to participants at this year's World Economic Forum summit in Jordan
Employment and Skills
6 things to know about jobs and skills in the Middle East and North Africa
Young, university-educated and out of work. Here's what you need to know about employment in the Arab world.
Entrepreneurship
These start-ups are changing the Arab world
From Syrian voice recognition software to mobile games being produced in Gaza, the Arab tech scene is thriving.
Emerging Technology
Israel is a tech titan. These 5 charts explain its startup success
Five charts that explain why Israel is a ‘startup nation’.
Decarbonizing Energy
How Saudi Arabia can become a post-oil economy
As the world shifts away from crude oil, Saudi Arabia must make use of solar resources and improve energy efficiency – its young generation can lead the way.
Entrepreneurship
From the rubble of Syria's economy, an inspiring small-business story emerges
Meet the young woman who, in the face of untold adversity, is bravely transforming her community from within, one business plan at a time.
Future of Health and Healthcare
Anti-vaccine activists spark a US state’s worst measles outbreak in decades
The largest measles outbreak in nearly 30 years has hit Minnesota, with the spread of anti-vaccine attitudes being blamed.
Economic Growth and Social Inclusion
Japan proved printing money can be a great idea. Here's why
A look at the Japanese economy and the impact of Abenomics - in particular the printing of more money.