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Hasan Murat Ertuğrul

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Hasan Murat Ertuğrul
Economic Counselor, Turkish Embassy, Rome

Hasan Murat Ertuğrul is an Associate Professor working as Economic Counselor in Turkish Embassy in Rome. He has previously worked as senior associate in Ministry of Treasury and Finance of Turkey. He gave a lot of lectures and seminars both for undergraduate and graduate levels. His current research focuses on applied macroeconomic modeling, forecasting, financial modeling and energy economics. Dr. Ertugrul’s work has been published in the Housing Studies, European Journal of Health Economics, Defense and Peace Economics, Current Issues in Tourism, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, among others. He has been as visiting fellow at European University Institute and holds a PhD in Economics from Hacettepe University.

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The construction industry and economic growth in MENA countries

Does the construction industry still lead economic growth in countries in the Middle East and North Africa? This column reports evidence on the relationship between construction investments and economic development for the ten biggest economies in the region over nearly half a century. The results indicate that the relative importance of construction in these countries has started to decline as GDP per capita grows.

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Labour demand and informal employment in Egypt’s manufacturing sector

Egypt’s manufacturing sector faces a dual challenge of weak job creation and persistent informality. Drawing on survey evidence on business behaviour and labour market dynamics, this column explains why job creation is limited and informal work remains such an integral part of how firms organise production. The generation of more formal jobs requires a comprehensive policy approach, one that goes beyond enforcement of labour regulations to reshape the economic environment in which firms and workers make decisions.

Challenges of conflict and industrial policy for development

How effective is industrial policy as a tool for long-term economic growth and development? Against the backdrop of the conflict currently engulfing the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan (MENAAP), a new report argues that while industrial policies are widely used across the region, they can only address market failures and foster growth when they are aligned with country capabilities, implemented with accountability and backed by capable institutions.

The green transition in MENA economies: challenges and policy pathways

The economies of the Middle East and North Africa are at a critical turning point. Global decarbonisation pressures, energy market volatility and technological transformation are increasingly challenging hydrocarbon-based growth models. This column argues that the green transition is not only an environmental necessity but also a strategic economic imperative.




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