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The Middle East sits at the epicentre of the world’s megatrends. At PwC, our purpose - to build trust in society and solve important problems - which means we stand side by side with our clients, partnering with them on the powerful, transformative change that’s sweeping across the Middle East.
Our locally-based Government and Public Sector (G&PS) teams can tap into the wealth of knowledge and expertise spread across our global network of 156 countries, to support and deliver tailored solutions to local governments as we partner with them on their transformation journeys.
With over 10 years of experience working with Middle East governments across a variety of sectors, our in-depth knowledge of the key issues, challenges and opportunities allow for a unique perspective in formulating effective strategies and advising on key policies.
Our deeply specialised teams work together to integrate and align our expertise – working with governments towards sustained outcomes and results. Our unique value proposition is our holistic approach that cuts sectors and specialisations – and carries through from policy and strategy design through to execution.
With ambitious government transformation agendas driving change in the region, and just under 30% of the population between the ages of 15-29; education and lifelong learning is a key priority for the Middle East. The focus on accessibility, inclusivity and relevance of education curricula and skilling programs has resulted in:
An evolution in how we teach and learn
Students empowered by choice
Lifelong learning for the future
Sally Jeffery
The Middle East is both the most urbanised and one of the fastest urbanising regions in the world. Two-thirds of Middle Eastern populations live in cities – well above the global average of 50%. This places a strategic importance on cities and local government as a priority sector.
New and re-emerging cities
Nature-based solutions and a powerful ESG agenda
Smart, smart… everything
Hazem Galal
Cities and Local Government Global Leader and Global Smart Mobility Co-Leader, PwC Middle East
+971 4 3043393
The stakes are high for governments worldwide. Government readiness, and its resilience and agility has direct bearing on public confidence and trust, socio-economic development, and quality of life for citizens.
Re-imagining safety and security
Collaborative Operational Models
A multi-disciplinary, digitally savvy cadre of professionals
Muhannad Al-Qaddomi
Partner, ME Government & Public Sector, Consulting, Public Safety and Justice Sector Lead, PwC Middle East
+971 50 900 9516
Political tensions and geopolitical instability has pushed investment and increased defense spending across the Middle East. With global spending on defense on the rise, the key trends in the Middle East are characteristic of governments worldwide.
Localization in the new frontiers of Defense
Multi-domain framework for defense and horizon scanning
Spending efficiency and commercialization
Ammar Hindash
After the hit the Middle East tourism sector took during the pandemic – resulting in the loss of over 1.2 million tourism related jobs, the tourism sector is rebounding – with a strong and clear vision of the way ahead
Innovative partnerships for pragmatic goals
New, niche destinations & experiences
Digitally enhanced experiences
Diverse as the Middle East is, there a number of pressing issues that drive the policy agendas of governments, international development organisations and community groups alike
A young Middle East: Asset or Liability?
‘Hot’bed for Climate Change
In & Out: Displacement & Brain Drain
Baris Dincer
ME Leader, International Development, PwC Middle East
Rami Nazer
Partner, EMEA Government & Public Services Leader, PwC Middle East
Tel: +971 2 694 6800