International Economic Development

Developed and implemented strategies to stimulate growth in pivotal economic sectors such as Leather, textile and apparel and footwear manufacturing in various countries located. Projects included sector-specific analyses, identification of growth opportunities, and the creation of tailored development plans supported by strategic roadmap and key actions of the sub-strategies. Strategies emphasized public-private sector coordination, supply chain optimization, workforce skill enhancement, technological investments, and infrastructure development, driving sectoral competitiveness and contributing to broader economic growth.

Led the development and implementation of policies to promote economic development across multiple countries based in Africa and Asia. This included conducting in-depth research, data collection, and stakeholder consultations to craft targeted policies addressing specific economic challenges and opportunities. The focus was on improving regulatory frameworks, enhancing the business environment, and supporting key sectors like leather, textile, and apparel manufacturing. These policies were designed to foster innovation, boost productivity, and attract investment.

Conducted multiple studies aimed at scaling up production opportunities and addressing industry-specific challenges in the apparel sector. These projects involved comprehensive market and opportunity analysis, including research on international and regional trends, as well as mapping the needs and capacities of the current sector to capture new opportunities. Some studies focused on labor market integration, particularly facilitating the inclusion of women in the workforce by designing customized training curricula tailored to industry requirements. Most of these projects were based in South Asia, addressing the region’s unique needs and potential.

Carried out detailed evaluations of university and vocational training programs, particularly in engineering and production management, across South Asia and North Africa. These studies analyzed educational systems in comparison to the evolving needs of the manufacturing sector, especially in the apparel industry. The assessments provided actionable recommendations to align training programs with labor market demands. Additionally, the projects included raining of key educational personnel, equipping them with the tools and knowledge to update curricula and methodologies to meet the requirements of modern manufacturing industries.