EastMed
6 facts about the Eastern Mediterranean

The Eastern Mediterranean stands at a pivotal crossroads. Home to immense economic potential, strategic energy corridors, and a young, dynamic population, the region faces equally significant challenges — from water scarcity and trade fragmentation to gender inequality and social exclusion.
This infographic series spotlights six key facts shaping the region’s future: trade and connectivity, energy security, gender equality, education and human capital, water scarcity, and social inclusion. Each fact underscores a deeper insight: that resilience, stability, and prosperity demand cooperation, inclusion, and bold investment in people and systems.
Understanding these interconnected dynamics is essential to navigating the path ahead. The future of the Eastern Mediterranean will not be determined by geography alone — but by the choices made today.

 

Note: This analysis was carried out by Alma Economics under the auspices of Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES), the Mediterranean Growth Initiative (MGI), and the Peace Research Institute Oslo (PRIO).