Current Issue
We are proud to present the second issue of the CIMEGS Socio-Economic Journal (Vol. 1, No. 2). This issue stands as a testament to our commitment to multidisciplinary research, bridging the gap between economic policy, public management, and health sciences across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
The articles in this issue navigate through complex contemporary challenges. From an economic perspective, authors investigate the financial drivers of SME resilience, the dynamics of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), and the imperative of economic diversification amidst oil price volatility. The issue also embraces the digital future, examining the transformative role of AI and automation in the Gulf and Middle East.
Recognizing that economic development is inseparable from human capital, this issue also dedicates significant space to public health and service quality. Readers will find rigorous studies on medical cost-effectiveness, food safety risks, and therapeutic advancements, alongside evaluations of e-learning frameworks and public transport efficiency.
We extend our gratitude to our contributors for their insightful research and to our reviewers for their dedication to academic excellence.
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CIMEGS-SEJ (Socio-Economic Journal)
ISSN 2819-6252
Published by the Canadian Institute for Middle East and Gulf Studies (CIMEGS)
CIMEGS-SEJ (Socio-Economic Journal) is an international, peer-reviewed academic journal published by the Canadian Institute for Middle East and Gulf Studies (CIMEGS), Canada. It provides an open-access platform for cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research addressing the evolving socio-economic, environmental, political, and technological dynamics of the Middle East and Gulf regions.
Core Areas of Focus:
- Socio-economic development and transformation in the Gulf and MENA regions
- Public policy, governance, and institutional reform
- Social change, migration, and identity in a globalized context
- Urban planning, inclusive architecture, and sustainable city-making
- Digital innovation and smart technologies in socio-economic contexts
- Environmental sustainability and climate policy through the lens of social and economic justice
The journal particularly welcomes empirical, theoretical, and policy-oriented research that bridges academic insight with real-world challenges. With a commitment to scholarly excellence and regional relevance, CIMEGS-SEJ aims to become a key reference for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners engaged in shaping the future of the Middle East and Gulf.
The journal also welcomes interdisciplinary submissions that engage with socio-economic questions from the perspectives of environmental studies, digital innovation, public health, or urban development—provided they align with the journal’s core mission and contribute to understanding the transformative dynamics of the Middle East and Gulf regions.
All submissions undergo rigorous double-blind peer review and are published under a Creative Commons license (CC BY 4.0) to ensure broad dissemination and long-term accessibility.
