Economic Consultancy & Advisory
Nasser Saidi & Associates bring decades of experience in economic analysis, research and economic policy formulation and implementation, in the MENA region and internationally. We provide economic and econometric research and analysis, in a range of areas, including banking & financial market development, public policy and practical applications of Big Data/ Machine Learning/ Blockchain among others.
Nasser Saidi & Associates tap into a wide network of well-seasoned policy makers and experts in various fields, depending on client requirement.
Since the company was set up, we have delivered economic advisory analysis & research on MENA region’s economies and sectors as well as confidential white papers, feasibility studies & strategy papers. We produce regular publications on international, regional and GCC economic and financial developments
In addition to public speaking engagements (boards, seminars, conferences, special bespoke events), we have worked on areas including:
- International Trade & Finance Policy
- Fiscal Policy and Taxation
- Monetary, Regulatory & Exchange Rate Policy
- Economic Development & Reconstruction
- Financial sector development policy including financial infrastructure & payment systems
- FinTech & Crowdfunding
- Clean Energy & Clean Technology
- e-Government initiatives
- Advice on dealing & negotiating with international organisations & bodies
- Organisation & participation in outreach programs, investment promotion, international and regional conferences & seminars

Public speaking
“Climate Finance Gap in the MENA”, Keynote Speech at Emirates Environmental Group’s Forum, 24 Feb 2023
“A Time to Reflect, a Time for Action”, Keynote Speech at American University of Beirut 50th Reunion Memorial, 23 Jun 2022
Upcoming Events
January 31Clean Energy Business Council Annual Summit (Dubai)
January 12Speaker at Oxfam /ESCWA Conference: “Special Drawing Rights and Beyond: The future of development finance, fiscal spending and inequality in the Arab region”
January 10Speaker at UBS’s Greater China Conference (Hong Kong)
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Economic Consultancy & Advisory
Presentations
“Climate Finance Gap in the MENA”
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“A New Global Energy Map: On the Road to COP28”
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“How Can MEA Prepare for the Novacene?”
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“A Time to Reflect
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“Lebanon: Failed State or Transformation?” Presentation to LIFE
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Panelist at the IMF’s MENA Conference”Divergent Recoveries in Turbulent Times in the Middle East & North Africa”
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Impact on Trade with Middle East as a New Arena for Asian Competition (?)
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Panelist at the May Chidiac Foundation – Media Institute’s “The Pressing Economic Situation in Lebanon: Challenges & Solutions”
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“Lebanon: Failed State or Transformation?”
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“Prospects for the Hydrogen Market: A MENA Perspective”
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“Landscape of Low-Carbon Hydrogen Market: a MENA perspective”
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