Country ESG Outlook

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The Prominence of Qatar’s ESG efforts in achieving its 2030 Vision
ESG Goals, Net Zero Emissions, ESG Strategy & Development, ESG Compliance & Reporting, Sustainable Investment

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is a framework that helps organizations understand and manage business risks across the E, S, and G pillars. This concept is a proactive and comprehensive framework adopted by small-sized to large-sized organizations to improve their operational impacts an... Read More »

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The Vital Cog in Bahrain’s Progress Towards its Economic Vision 2030
ESG Goals, Net Zero Emissions, ESG Strategy & Development, ESG Compliance & Reporting, Sustainable Investment

Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices have taken center stage in Bahrain since the national stock exchange of Bahrain, Bahrain Bourse (BHB), in 2020, launched voluntary ESG reporting guidelines for public companies listed on the BHB stock exchange.  While launching its Annual Report... Read More »

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Jordan’s ESG Goals and its Impact on the Region’s Vision and Strategy 2025
ESG Goals, Net Zero Emissions, ESG Strategy & Development, ESG Compliance & Reporting, Sustainable Investment

The relevance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) in Jordan comes from its ‘National Vision and Strategy 2025’ that encompasses a wide range of objectives under each of its four core pillars, focusing on effective economic growth, skill enhancement, social progress, and environmental ... Read More »

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The Influence of Effective ESG Practices on Achieving the Kuwait Vision 2035
ESG Goals, Net Zero Emissions, ESG Strategy & Development, ESG Compliance & Reporting, Sustainable Investment

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) has gained traction in Kuwait since its National Development Plan, also known as the Kuwait Vision 2035, was issued in January 2017. Kuwait's national vision, The Vision 2035 or ‘New Kuwait,’ based on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), is driven... Read More »

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Mapping ESG Tailwinds in the United Arab Emirates
ESG Goals, Net Zero Emissions, ESG Strategy & Development, ESG Compliance & Reporting, Sustainable Investment

Worldwide, investors seek transparent and clear information from companies regarding their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance. This is due to the growing awareness of the importance of social issues and the impact of climate change. ... Read More »

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Reimagining ESG Optimism through Saudi Vision 2030
ESG Goals, Net Zero Emissions, ESG Strategy & Development, ESG Compliance & Reporting, Sustainable Investment

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices in Saudi Arabia have rapidly been gathering pace. This is in pursuit of economic diversification and sustainable development, where ESG practices are pivotal. These factors have highly influenced corporate behavior and promoted responsible busine... Read More »

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The Relevance of ESG in Oman within the Context of Oman’s Vision 2040
ESG Goals, Net Zero Emissions, ESG Strategy & Development, ESG Compliance & Reporting, Sustainable Investment

The recent talk about "ESG" (Environmental, Social, and Governance) is a response to the increasing problems related to global warming and social inequalities. This is connected to worldwide and regional efforts, like the Paris Agreement on Climate Action and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, wh... Read More »

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Is 2023 the "Year of ESG" in the Middle East?
ESG Goals, Net Zero Emissions, ESG Strategy & Development, ESG Compliance & Reporting, Sustainable Investment

2023 should be the year of sustainability in the Middle East, specifically in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The stage is set for Dubai to host the annual 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference from November 30 to December 12 this year. ... Read More »