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Throughout the workshop, participants received hands-on training about the seven elements of the marketing mix - Product, Place, Price, People, Promotion, Process, and Physical Evidence. It was a detailed study of these essential marketing facets, offering a unique blend of theoretical understanding and practical applications.
Participation of the Chairman of the East Gate Center in the Rafidain Forum 2022 "The World is Changing", The fourth edition of the forum was held with the participation of 33 countries and in cooperation with 20 research and strategic studies centers from different countries of the world, and under the media sponsorship of 15 satellite channels and media institutions, and financial sponsorship from a group of Iraqi non-governmental commercial and economic institutions.
Visit the East Gate pavilion at the Baghdad International Fair, Hall 18, the fourth branch and the fifth branch, East Gate for Sustainable Development for Economic Research and Market Studies for the period from 10-20/1/2024
Based on a generous invitation from the **Arab Leadership Foundation** based in Beirut to the President of the East Gate for Sustainable Development, Mr. Yahya Abed Mahgoob, to attend the Executive Leadership Forum in Baghdad on Sunday 2/6/2024 as a keynote speaker in the entrepreneurship session, as his speech focused on the need to support and promote the private sector and nurture entrepreneurs to innovate economic solutions and demonstrate the efforts of East Gate trainers in upgrading the work of entrepreneurs, industrialists and traders in Iraq.
After that, 12 workshops were conducted in the faculties of medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and nursing, as a result of which a number of recommendations were reached
Holding the "Start Your Business SIYB" course in Mosul, with the support of the International Labour Organization and the Lutheran World Federation. This course aims to enable participants from the people of Nineveh Governorate to acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to start their own projects and achieve economic sustainability in the region.
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New Study on the Housing Crisis in Iraq The East Gate for Sustainable Development has issued a new study entitled: "The Housing Crisis in Iraq and Determining the Housing Need in the Iraqi Governorates", which sheds light on one of the most complex challenges facing Iraq today. Study Summary: Iraq has been witnessing high population growth at a rate of about 3% annually since 1961 until 2022, which has led to a six-fold increase in the population during that period. This growth, along with heavy migration from the countryside to the cities due to the lack of rural services and the availability of jobs in the cities, has raised the percentage of the urban population from 44.4% in 1961 to 71.6% in 2023. In addition, the internal displacement movement resulting from civil conflicts and the activity of terrorist groups has increased the pressure on urban areas, as many residents have left their villages due to weak security control, preferring to reside in safer cities. Housing Crisis: Despite this large population increase, the increase in the number of housing units did not keep pace with this growth, as estimates indicate a deficit in housing units of up to 2 million housing units in 2016, with a clear absence of effective programs to meet this demand. Study objectives: - Highlighting the most important indicators of the housing deficit in the governorates of Iraq. - Reviewing the main factors that caused the housing crisis to worsen. - Providing comprehensive and implementable solutions to address this urgent problem. Study importance: It provides a comprehensive vision for decision-makers and specialists to understand the dimensions of the housing crisis in Iraq, and to find sustainable visions and solutions that serve Iraqi society and contribute to improving the housing situation of millions of Iraqi families.
A new and important study has been issued by the East Gate Center on thermal insulation in building and construction materials, entitled "The Importance of Thermal Insulation in Iraq". This study provides an in-depth analysis of how to improve energy efficiency in Iraqi buildings through thermal insulation, focusing on three main axes: reducing energy consumption, improving thermal comfort, and reducing carbon emissions. The study indicates that the use of insulation materials such as fiberglass and foam can significantly contribute to reducing cooling and heating costs, which enhances environmental sustainability. To achieve these goals, the study proposes the following recommendations: Promoting the use of effective insulation materials: Encouraging the use of highly efficient insulation materials such as fiberglass and mineral wool to improve the thermal performance of buildings. Improving building design: Adopting architectural designs that contribute to reducing heat loss, such as using double-glazed windows and natural ventilation. Community awareness: Spreading awareness about the benefits of thermal insulation and its importance in reducing energy consumption and preserving the environment. Supporting government policies: Developing government policies that support the use of thermal insulation in new buildings and providing incentives for existing buildings to adopt these solutions. Investing in Research and Development: Supporting research and development in the field of thermal insulation materials and technologies to improve their efficiency and reduce their cost. These recommendations aim to create a more efficient and sustainable residential environment in Iraq, which contributes to achieving economic savings and environmental protection.
This study provides an in-depth analysis of the obstacles to foreign investment in Iraq, which are related to three main areas: the security and political situation, the level of corruption, and the legal, administrative, and service challenges. The report indicates the fragility of security and political stability and the prevalence of corruption, creating an unfavorable environment for investment. Additionally, administrative procedures are characterized by complexity and high costs, which further complicates attracting foreign investments to Iraq. To improve the climate for foreign investment in Iraq, the study suggests the following recommendations: Enhancing Security and Political Stability: The government should work to improve the security and political conditions by combating terrorism and strengthening political stability to ensure a safer environment for investors. Combating Corruption: Implementing rigorous reform programs to combat corruption and enhance transparency in all aspects of government and companies, which would help build trust among foreign investors. Simplifying Administrative Procedures: Developing policies and legal procedures to facilitate investment processes and reduce bureaucracy. This includes easing registration and licensing procedures and lowering associated fees. Improving Infrastructure and Services: Investing in the improvement of essential infrastructure such as roads, electricity, and communication services, in addition to developing necessary logistics services to support investments. Providing Incentives for Foreign Investment: Offering attractive financial and tax incentives to attract foreign investors, such as tax reductions on investments in specific sectors or priority areas. These recommendations aim to create a more attractive and competitive investment environment in Iraq, contributing to sustainable economic growth.
A workshop on the use of artificial intelligence in managing clinics and medical complexes, in which engineer Anmar Shamil, a specialist in providing software solutions for medical clinics, and Dr. Safia Adeeb Ibrahim from the Faculty of Medicine, and Dr. Ashraf Abdel Moneim from the Faculty of Computer Science and Mathematics. The workshop discussed the role of artificial intelligence applications in improving the quality of medical services and the services accompanying artificial intelligence applications in order to facilitate communication with patients through these applications, the appropriate means of payment for purchasing artificial intelligence application services, and what a doctor needs to switch to using artificial intelligence applications in his work.
Holding the "Start Your Business SIYB" course in Mosul, with the support of the International Labour Organization and the Lutheran World Federation. This course aims to enable participants from the people of Nineveh Governorate to acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to start their own projects and achieve economic sustainability in the region.
The chairman of the East Gate Center for Economic Research and Market Studies ILO Certified Trainer Yahya Abed Mahjoub recently trained a financial education course organized by the International Labor Organization (ILO) and the Lutheran World Federation. The course is designed to enhance understanding of financial concepts and mechanisms, promote economic awareness and make informed decisions. The training of the head of the center in these initiatives demonstrates their commitment to continuous learning and the advancement of their knowledge base, to benefit more from the economic research and market studies conducted by East Gate Center.
A workshop at the College of Pharmacy on developing medical logistics services and its impact on improving the efficiency of medical treatment, in which both M.D. participated. Rana Mumtaz Raouf from the College of Medicine, University of Mosul, Ahmed Salem Mahmoud from the Director of the Immediate Ambulance Division, and A.M.D. Adel Muhammad Al-Taie from the Department of Business Administration at the University of Mosul. The workshop addressed how the major shortage of ambulances can be filled, how the problem of the delayed arrival of ambulances due to traffic congestion can be solved, and the services that the private sector can provide in the field of transporting patients or transporting medicines in a healthy and safe manner. The possibility of providing mobile and home health services, and the limits of these services from a health perspective. The participants recommended the necessity of ensuring rapid access to ambulances by distributing ambulances to places distributed in various neighborhoods of the city. In addition to obligating private hospitals to provide a number of ambulances in order to fill the acute shortage of them in the city.
This impactful Market Study Course was organized by The East Gate Center for Economic Research and Market Studies. Over a five-day span, from February 7, 2023, to February 11, 2023, participants gathered at Martyr Khaled Hall in Mosul Center for Culture and Science to learn about diverse market study techniques. A group of 14 beneficiaries, including 3 women and 11 men, were introduced to industry trends, customer behavior analysis, and strategic planning.
The workshop discussed the development of preventive dental health care services, especially for young people and the elderly, the obstacles facing the use of modern devices in the field of dentistry, how private investment can be employed in developing dental services, and the importance of integrated dental complexes in increasing the possibilities of using modern devices. The participants recommended the necessity of cooperating with private clinics and medical complexes in training dental college students in exchange for providing customs exemptions on the medical devices they import and tax reductions.
The opening session of the Private Health Services Forum in Nineveh, which was held by the East Gate Organization for Sustainable Development, Al Mosul Center for Culture and Science and the University of Mosul for the period 24-26 / 10 / 2023, witnessed a theatrical performance on the importance of health insurance in which a group of students and professors of the Faculty of Fine Arts participated, namely Omar Akram Mohamed, Marwa Mahmoud Mohamed, Ahmed Elias Khader, Reem Waad Wadie, Mustafa Hamed Ibrahim, Sarah Ashraf Mowafaq, Nour Anwar Mohammed, Azhar Haitham Watheq, Wissam Mahmoud Nader, Mustafa Khaled Jamal, and Taif Omar Talal, And Mustafa Ali Abdullah, the preparation of the play was supervised by the Dean of the Faculty of Fine Arts, Prof. Dr. Nashat Mubarak Sliwa, and the Head of the Department of Performing arts, Assistant Professor Dr. Omar Muhammad Jandari, and the play was presented by the teacher Saddam Salem Hanna, while the lighting engineering was managed by the teacher Sinan Azhar Abdullah.
The closing session of the Private Health Services Forum in Nineveh, which was held by the East Gate Organization for Sustainable Development, Al Mosul Center for Culture and Science and the University of Mosul for the period 24-26/10/2023, witnessed a dialogue session in which Prof. Dr. Munir Salem Al-Badrani, Scientific Assistant to the President of the University of Mosul, spoke about the university's role in preparing medical staff, while Dr. Mansour Maarouf, Director General of the Nineveh Health Department, spoke about the challenges facing the Nineveh Health Department, and Dr. Sarmad Zuhair Al-Nuaimi addressed in his speech the importance of private health institutions in Supporting the health sector, and one of the participants was Mr. Ahmed Khatatbeh, Director of Health Insurance at Kar Insurance Company, where he discussed the benefits of health insurance, and the last speaker was Mr. Yahya Abed Mahjoub, President of the East Gate Organization for Sustainable Development, who spoke about the role of research centers in charting the future development paths of the country in various fields.
Under the patronage of His Excellency the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Professor Dr. Nabil Kazem Abdul Sahib, and the supervision of Professor Dr. Qusay Kamal Al-Din Al-Ahmedi, the President of the University of Mosul, the conference aims to explore the various aspects of human capital in Iraq and its role in maintenance, upgrading, and development.
Participation of the Chairman of the East Gate Center in the Rafidain Forum 2022 "The World is Changing", The fourth edition of the forum was held with the participation of 33 countries and in cooperation with 20 research and strategic studies centers from different countries of the world, and under the media sponsorship of 15 satellite channels and media institutions, and financial sponsorship from a group of Iraqi non-governmental commercial and economic institutions.
Today, 10/24/2023, the Private Health Services Forum in Nineveh opened its work at the University of Mosul Theater in the presence of the representative of His Excellency the Minister of Health, the Chairman of the Parliamentary Health and Environment Committee, and the Secretary General of the House of Representatives, in addition to the President of the University of Nineveh, Dr. Osama Al-Mashhadani, and the President of the University of Mosul, Dr. Qas Kamal Al-Ahmadi. Mr. Assistant President of the University of Mosul for Administrative Affairs, Mr. Assistant President of the University of Mosul for Scientific Affairs, Mr. Ali Al-Tamimi, representative of the Director General of the Department of Non-Governmental Organizations in the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers, and Mr. Mayor of Mosul Saleh Al-Jubouri. The Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Hans Sande, and guests from Germany, representatives of companies, investors, clergy, officials, and a number of college deans.
After that, 12 workshops were conducted in the faculties of medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and nursing, as a result of which a number of recommendations were reached
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