From Cities to City-Territories: Rethinking the Spatial Model of Development in the Arab World
Focus of the Webinar:
The shift toward regional development in the Arab world.
Economic corridors and urban regions as engines of growth.
Secondary cities and their role in strengthening regional connectivity.
Spatial governance and mechanisms for integration between cities and regions.
About the Speaker:
Eng. Salim Rouhana
Senior Urban, Resilience and Land Specialist for the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan Region at the World Bank.
He previously held several leadership and technical roles at the World Bank, with experience spanning territorial and spatial development, urban and local governance, city competitiveness, and urban resilience. He also leads the World Bank’s regional tourism engagement in the region.
He holds a BA in Architecture, master's degree in architecture, Political Science, and Urban Planning and Development. as well as an Executive master's in business administration.
Moderator:
Dr. Abdullah Dhifallah
About the Moderator:
Urban researcher and expert in Saudi urban affairs, holds a Ph.D. in urban planning from Sheffield University.