Article
​The Decentralization of Global Governance: Implications of the United Nations Relocation to Nairobi for Development Cooperation
Farouk Saleh
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This paper analyzes the United Nations’ decision to relocate several major agency headquarters including UNICEF, UNFPA, and UN Women from New York to Nairobi by 2026, marking the most significant decentralization of global governance in decades. It examines the rationale for Nairobi’s selection including cost efficiency, existing UN presence, proximity to operations, and regional influence. The analysis explores expected benefits such as enhanced responsiveness, greater inclusivity, and stronger South–South cooperation alongside potential risks like overdependence, cost of living pressures, and infrastructure strain. Policy recommendations are offered for both Kenya and the UN to ensure the relocation achieves its goals, positioning Nairobi as a fully empowered hub for global development cooperation.
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Policy Paper
​Rebuilding Global Trade: Strategic Alignments and Implications for Emerging Markets like Egypt
​Abdelrahman Sakr Research Fellow, The Strategic Priorities Hub
Rebuilding Global Trade: Strategic Alignments and Implications for Emerging Markets like Egypt.
This policy paper, "Rebuilding Global Trade: Strategic Alignments and Implications for Emerging Markets like Egypt," authored by Abdelrahman Sakr, analyzes the current state of the international trade system and the challenges faced by developing economies due to rising protectionism. It examines the fragmentation of global trade, the rise of trade blocs, and the weakening of the World Trade Organization's dispute settlement mechanism. The paper focuses on the impact of these shifts on emerging markets like Egypt, offering strategic recommendations to navigate the evolving landscape and foster sustainable growth.
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Issues Paper
​​The New Labor Law No. 14 of 2025: Key Provisions for Women's Rights and Gender Equality
Lana Abu Zeid, Legislation and Public Policy Expert​
A new issues paper highlighting the new Egyptian Labor Law No. 14 of 2025, with a special focus on the articles that enhance working women's rights and achieve gender equality.​​
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Article
Gender Blindness in Economic Theorizing: Mainstream Trade Theory from a Feminist Perspective
By Samira Rashwan - Founder and Managing Director - the Strategic Priorities Hub
This paper critically examines mainstream economic theory, particularly mainstream trade theory, from a feminist perspective, arguing that it is largely "gender-blind". It highlights how traditional economic models overlook the distinct experiences and situations of women and men, often assuming "man is the human". The paper elucidates the philosophical underpinnings of mainstream economics, which prioritize self-interest and rational actors, thereby disregarding the vital role of social reproductive work and the profound influence of gender power relations on economic outcomes. It also explores how this androcentric approach has led to the systematic exclusion and marginalization of women's contributions in economic analysis, despite evidence of their significant impact on global economic growth and their disproportionate burden of poverty and unpaid care work. Ultimately, the paper advocates for the integration of feminist economic perspectives to foster more equitable and sustainable development paths.
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Policy Paper
Reducing Dependence on Israeli Gas: A National Security Priority and a Vision for Egypt’s Regional Energy Leadership.
By Abdelrahman Sakr - Researcher , The Strategic Priorities Hub
Egypt faces a critical strategic challenge — it has become a net gas importer, relying on Israeli imports for 70% of its total gas imports.
But the real risk isn’t only in the numbers — it’s in the economy’s vulnerability to external shocks.
If supplies are disrupted, energy costs will soar, foreign currency inflows will decline, and Egypt could face a severe financial crisis.
How can Egypt turn this challenge into an opportunity?
* Boost domestic production to strengthen economic resilience.
* Advance the Gulf–Mediterranean (GulfMed) pipeline, connecting Egypt with Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Europe, reducing Israel’s leverage and enhancing Egypt’s strategic role as a reliable energy hub.
* Expand renewable energy to free up gas for exports and value-added industries such as fertilizers and blue hydrogen.
This new SPH Policy Paper by Abdelrahman Saqr highlights the risks and proposes strategic solutions to reinforce Egypt’s national security and reposition the country as a regional center for energy and stability.
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