Middle East & Africa

Expanded Coverage:

Will Renewed Sanctions Against Iran Backfire on the U.S.?

Resistance from Europe, China and affected businesses could undercut U.S. actions against Iran.

What Can an Ancient General Teach Us About Modern Leadership?

Few military leaders hold as much allure for historians as Hannibal. Archaeologist Patrick N. Hunt writes in his new book that much of his success came from strong finances.

Will Protests in Iran Pave the Way for Economic Changes?

Iran’s embattled government may respond to recent protests with populist measures -- but those will not necessarily create more jobs, experts say.

Why Mobile Banking Will Replace Bank Branches

As customers opt for convenience, the number of bank branches could decline by 50% to 75%, say BankMobile co-founders Jay Sidhu and Luvleen Sidhu.

The Jerusalem Controversy: What It Means for the Region’s Economies

The Arab economies are overly reliant on oil and need to diversify, while Trump’s Jerusalem move is a needless irritant, say experts from Wharton and Johns Hopkins.

How Global Pharma Players Can Gain Traction in Africa

In order to take advantage of Africa’s rapidly growing market for pharmaceuticals, global players must focus on the unique characteristics of African health care systems that can drive scale.

Why Shimon Peres’s Life Had ‘No Room for Small Dreams’

Shimon Peres's son, Chemi, discusses his father's memoir, notably his vision for peace in the Middle East.

Shedding Light on Kerosene Use in Developing Nations

New Wharton research looks at why kerosene is used widely in countries with undeveloped electricity grids – and why innovative alternatives aren’t gaining traction.

Knowledge@Wharton Partners

  • SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL NEWSLETTER
    Sign up for the weekly Knowledge@Wharton e-mail newsletter, offering business leaders cutting-edge research and ideas from Wharton faculty and other experts.