Building accountable and responsive governance

As in the rest of the world, the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic strained the political and administrative systems of most Arab States, many of which were already under pressure. While fragile and conflict-affected countries were most exposed due to existing governance challenges, stable middle-income and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries have also been affected to varying degrees by the pandemic and the demands it placed on administrative systems and governance.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Good Health and Well-Being

Decent Work and Economic Growth

Sustainable Cities and Communities