GREEN GROWTH AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN THE ARAB COUNTRIES

Abstract

The strengthening of the link between environment and economy is a key challenge faced by the Arab countries. By integrating the environment into the economic policy and working towards green growth at a national and regional level, Arab countries will be able to progress in economic growth, jobs creation, social equity and sustainability of natural resources. This contribution endeavors to deepen this argumentation, and highlights both the benefits that could be reaped by Arab countries and the priorities in the implementation of a green growth strategy.