Forces of reform and education systems of GCC countries

The authors of this Briefing argue that although the GCC countries have come a long way in enhancing enrolment and literacy rates, the region’s educational systems still suffer from low quality, misaligned incentives, lack of public accountability, inability to provide the skills needed in the market and to equip pupils with critical thinking capacities. The authors conclude that the EU should take more active role in providing assistance and sharing its know-how, not only in education but also on a broader level, notably in institutional and civil services.