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The UN Global Compact in the MENA Region

Matthias Stausberg, United Nations Global Compact

For a few years after the Global Compact’s launch in 2000, the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) remained uncharted territory for the initiative. This changed in 2003, when the first efforts were undertaken to promote the Global Compact in Egypt. A high-level launch took place in Cairo in February 2004, resulting in the participation of more than 50 companies, including many of Egypt’s leading corporations. more[...] login_required

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The British Foreign Secretary, William Hague, has even described the Arab Spring as the most significant event of the 21st Century so far. Our special describes the political and historical backround, focuses on cores sustainability issues in the region like human rights, labour standards and ani-corruption. Another mayor section is the analysis of CSR in the region and role of the UN Global Compact. more[...]

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Notable Shift Towards Holistic Understanding of CSR

Matthias Stausberg, United Nations Global Compact

It took its time but the Global Compact has become increasingly important in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) over the last couple of years. UNGC spokesperson Matthias Stausberg explains in our interview that the understanding of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) as a value driver is typical for the whole region. more[...]

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The Global Compact in the Emirates

Habiba Al Marashi, Emirates Environmental Group (EEG)

In just 20 years, the countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) have transformed themselves from deeply traditional nations that depended largely on oil revenues to booming metropolises with rapidly growing and diversified economies. The transformation – especially in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been staggering; once home to a small and tight knit society, the UAE today boasts over 202 different nationalities, making it one of the most diverse nations in the world. more[...]

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The UN Global Compact in the MENA Region

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Notable Shift Towards Holistic Understanding of CSR

The Global Compact in the Emirates