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The official multilateral platform turning regional policy into measurable results — uniting the private sector, international institutions, civil society, and expertise across the Arab world.

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ALPA Alliance

Sustainability is not achieved by policy alone — nor by investment in isolation. It demands genuine integration between planning, execution, and partnership.

Under the umbrella of the League of Arab States, our Alliance brings decision-makers together with business leaders and experts, transforming regional ambition into deployable projects with clear economic and developmental impact.

Across twelve specialized Groups, we are accelerating the implementation of sustainable development in the Arab region — and writing the next chapter of Arab prosperity.

Our Priorities

Building a Sustainable Arab Future

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About the Alliance

A multi-stakeholder regional entity leading Arab integration on sustainability.

The Alliance leads work to support and implement the sustainable-development agenda through effective partnerships across the private sector, international institutions, and civil society. Established on the basis of approved Arab recommendations to serve as a framework for integration and joint action on sustainability.

Strategic Role

Four lines of work that define the Alliance.

01

Connect decision-makers to the private sector

An institutional bridge that turns government direction into execution opportunity.

02

Develop practical solutions to development challenges

Not theoretical recommendations — deployable models that institutions can adopt and scale.

03

Support business and sustainable investment

Work with companies to mobilise impact-focused investment across the Arab region.

04

Strengthen Arab economic integration

Projects and partnerships that cross national boundaries and build regional value chains.

To be a leading Arab institution in shaping and implementing sustainable-development policy that delivers economic, social, and environmental integration.

— Vision of the Alliance

Mission

Strengthen joint Arab work through partnership and innovation.

To strengthen joint Arab work by empowering the private sector, supporting innovation, and creating an institutional environment that catalyses high-impact initiatives across the region.

Mission Statement

Empowering institutions to deliver measurable outcomes.

Values

Five values guiding every decision.

Partnership · Governance · Transparency · Innovation · Empowerment

Reflected in every decision, every initiative, and every public report we issue.

Core Values

Transparency before claims. Outcomes before intentions.

Institutional Oversight

Operating under official Arab governance.

  • Reference body: the Arab Committee for follow-up on the Sustainable Development Goals.
  • Technical secretariat: Department of Sustainable Development and International Cooperation at the League of Arab States.
  • Executive leadership: the General Coordinator of the Alliance.
Governance

Under the umbrella of the League of Arab States.

How the Alliance Works

Four steps that turn policy into impact.

Develop policies and regulatory frameworks

In coordination with government and stakeholders.

Private sector leads execution and investment

Companies and coalitions take the lead on delivery.

International institutions provide expertise

Knowledge transfer, best practice, and technical exchange.

Coordinate effort, energise partnerships

The Alliance core role: connect, activate, and measure impact.

Initiatives

Arab platforms that turn knowledge into economic and developmental impact.

The Alliance runs regional initiatives that bring the private sector, international institutions, and civil society together around defining issues: development media, sustainable-solutions exchange, and recognition of excellence.

Initiative 01 · Development Media

Sustainability Pulse

A media programme featuring real-world experiences and success stories in sustainability, hosting senior leaders and experts from across the Arab world. More than 20 specialised episodes connecting Arab audiences with deployable, sustainable models.

  • Regional success stories — from the Maghreb to the Gulf.
  • Conversations with leadership — decision-makers, entrepreneurs, and experts.
  • Field application — translating policy to the field: what worked, and why.
Sustainability Pulse · 20+ Episodes

A regional studio for sustainable practice.

Initiative 02 · Regional Expo

Arab Sustainability Expo

The first Arab expo dedicated to showcasing sustainability solutions and initiatives. A primary meeting point for stakeholders and investors, hosting strategic MoUs signed with Arab and international parties.

01

Strengthen regional and international cooperation

02

Showcase sustainable innovation and solutions

03

Spread a culture of sustainability

04

Attract investment

05

Empower startups

06

Support local economies

Expo Outcomes

Strategic MoUs signed with Arab and international parties in women's empowerment, youth support, digital transformation, and crisis management — alongside strengthened cooperation in investment, technology, and sustainability.

Initiative 03 · Recognition

Arab Excellence Award for Sustainability

An annual award honouring institutions that deliver concrete results in energy, environment, and social responsibility. The award sets a regional benchmark for excellence and pushes institutions to adopt sustainable, innovative business models.

  • Transparent, impact-based criteria — verified data and outcomes, not claims.
  • Multi-stakeholder jury — experts from public, private, and international institutions.
  • Announced at the Expo — winners recognised during the Arab Sustainability Expo.
Excellence Award · 2026

A regional benchmark for measurable results.

12
Specialised Groups
22
Arab States in Scope
20+
Pulse Episodes
4
Strategic Tracks

The Alliance's Executive Arm

Specialised Groups driving policy and execution.

The executive arm of the Alliance. Each group develops policy and launches sector initiatives, bringing together experts and practitioners from the public and private sectors against a clear annual plan.

Leadership Model

Leadership based on competence — not position.

Selection by competence

Group leads are nominated by the General Coordinator and endorsed by the Alliance's Technical Secretariat.

Annual work plans

Each group sets an annual plan with clear performance indicators, approved and tracked by the Technical Secretariat.

Drive activity, mobilise members

Run discussion cycles, launch initiatives, and coordinate participation across members within the sector.

Cooperation and reporting

Build bridges across countries and sectors, with periodic reports submitted to the Technical Secretariat.

Mostafa Osman

Message from the General Coordinator

Mostafa Osman

General Coordinator · Arab League Partners Alliance for Sustainability

In an era where developmental, economic, and environmental challenges no longer recognise borders, success has become contingent on our ability to build genuine partnerships that unite energies, expertise, and resources around a shared goal: achieving sustainable development and creating a better future for generations to come.

From this conviction, the Arab League Partners Alliance for Sustainability was established — a platform bringing together thought leaders, decision-makers, public and private sector institutions, civil society organisations, and experts, with the aim of turning visions into practical initiatives and ideas into developmental opportunities with tangible, lasting impact.

We believe that the private sector is no longer merely a supporting partner in development — it has become a primary force in shaping its future, with its capacity for innovation, investment, advancement, and opportunity creation. From this foundation, the Alliance works to strengthen a culture of cooperation among all stakeholders and to build strategic partnerships capable of delivering genuine positive change that reflects on communities, economies, and people.

Sustainability is not the responsibility of any single entity — it is a shared responsibility that demands a unified vision, collective will, and sustained action.

It is for this reason that the Alliance continues its efforts to expand the horizons of cooperation, empower quality initiatives, and open new pathways for partnership, knowledge, and innovation — in the firm belief that the greatest achievements begin when wills converge around a noble purpose and a clear vision.

Through this Alliance, we look forward to broadening the scope of partnership and cooperation, and to transforming shared potential into sustainable achievements that contribute to building a more prosperous future for generations to come.

General Coordinator

Leading coordination across the Groups.

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Mostafa Osman

General Coordinator of the Alliance. Leads coordination across the twelve Groups and oversees the Alliance's executive agenda.

Groups

Each group focuses on one sector — and integrates with the rest.

Public Relations & Communication

PR and Communication Group

Support strategic communications and public relations frameworks across the region.

Adel YassineChairmanSandra El HelouVice Chair · Advisor for Women's Affairs & Community Empowerment

FinTech

FinTech Group

Enable digital payments, lending, and savings to expand financial inclusion and energise the sustainable economy.

Eng. Diaa RagabChairman of the group for FinTech

Real Estate Development

Real Estate Development Group

Develop real-estate projects and regulatory frameworks to enable sustainable urban growth.

Mazen HoudeibChairman of the group for Real Estate Development
Dr. Karim Nakhle

Investment, Finance, Sovereign Wealth Funds & Insurance Group

Investment, Finance, Sovereign Wealth Funds & Insurance Group

Mobilise sovereign capital, institutional finance, and insurance frameworks to catalyse cross-border investment, de-risk strategic projects, and accelerate sustainable economic development across the region.

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Dr. Karim Nakhle Chairman — Investment, Finance, Sovereign Wealth Funds & Insurance Committee Biography Arab League · Arab League Partners Alliance for Sustainability Chairman — Investment, Finance, Sovereign Wealth Funds & Insurance Committee Chairman — Media, Telecom & Digital Banking Committee
Dr. Karim Nakhle

Media, Telecom & Digital Banking

Media, Telecom & Digital Banking Group

Advance digital infrastructure, AI & Datacenters, media ecosystems, and telecommunications connectivity to drive information sovereignty, regional integration, and inclusive access to the knowledge economy.

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Dr. Karim Nakhle Chairman — Media, Telecom & Digital Banking Committee Biography Arab League · Arab League Partners Alliance for Sustainability Chairman — Investment, Finance, Sovereign Wealth Funds & Insurance Committee Chairman — Media, Telecom & Digital Banking Committee

Technology & Digital Transformation

Tech & Digital Transformation Group

Accelerate digital transformation across productive and service sectors, and develop regional digital infrastructure.

Eng. Hossam SalehChairman of Technology & Digital Transformation

Civil Society

Civil Society Organizations Group

Strengthen the role of civil-society organisations in policymaking and high-impact social initiatives.

Eng. Rouhi Al-ArabiChairman of Civil Society Organizations Group

Health

Health Group

Build healthcare systems, pandemic preparedness, and equitable access to services.

Dr. Walid HassanChairman of the Health group

Design & Creativity

Chairman of Design & Creativity Group

The creative economy and cultural industries as drivers of sustainable development and employment.

Eng. Hisham Al-EisawiChairman of Design & Creativity Group

Sustainable Cities

Sustainable Cities Group

Urban planning, transport, energy, and water — models for sustainable Arab cities.

Eng. Ahmed Sabraرئيس مجموعة المدن المستدامة

Governance & Sustainability

Governance & Sustainability Group

Corporate-governance frameworks, disclosure, and responsible resource management at company and institutional level.

Dr. Norhan Hassanرئيس مجموعة الحوكمة والاستدامة

Financial Institutions

Financial Institutions Group

Mobilise sustainable finance, green bonds, and impact-finance instruments for regional projects.

Ahmad Al-Sharifرئيس مجموعة المؤسسات المالية

Membership

Join a network shaping the future of sustainability in the Arab region.

Membership in ALPA is open to companies, government and regional bodies, international organisations, civil-society institutions, and individuals with relevant expertise. Five categories — one shared path to impact.

Eligible Categories

Who can join?

01

Companies and the private sector

Execution and investment partners on Alliance initiatives.

02

Government and regional bodies

Ministries, regulators, and specialised councils.

03

International organisations

UN bodies, development banks, and international centres of expertise.

04

Civil-society institutions

NGOs, associations, and research centres.

05

Individuals and experts

Accredited experts and practitioners across sustainability sectors.

Member Benefits

What you get when you join.

Participate in initiatives

An active role in launching and delivering Alliance regional initiatives.

Access to a regional network

Direct engagement with decision-makers, companies, and international institutions.

Cooperation opportunities

Sector partnerships, joint projects, and investment opportunities.

Institutional visibility

Presence in Alliance events and official publications.

How to Apply

A short application by email — reviewed by the General Coordinator.

Membership applications are submitted by email to the General Coordinator of the Alliance and should include:

  • A short description of the organisation or individual.
  • Area of interest and the proposed sector for joining.
  • Past activities and experience related to sustainability.
  • The expected form of contribution.

To apply, send your application to:
info@alpaalliance.org

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One year, renewable — based on actual contribution.

Renewal is based on the member's actual contribution during the year, against transparent criteria adopted by the Technical Secretariat.

Member Rights

What members are entitled to.

  • Participate in activities and events.
  • Access internal information and reports.
  • Use the Alliance's logo following formal approval.

Member Duties

What members commit to.

  • Adhere to professional and institutional ethics.
  • Contribute actively to activities and initiatives.
  • Refrain from public statements on the Alliance's behalf without prior approval.

News & Updates

Ongoing coverage of the Alliance's activities, initiatives, and agreements.

The latest from ALPA: initiatives, events, MoUs, and decisions from the twelve Groups. Each story is sourced from the Alliance's official channels.

Contact

A direct line to the Secretariat in Cairo.

For partnerships, membership applications, media enquiries, or initiative proposals — reach the Technical Secretariat through the channels below.

Get in Touch

Cairo

Secretariat Email

info@alpaalliance.org

Address

Cairo, Arab Republic of Egypt

Hours

Sunday – Thursday · 09:00 – 17:00 (Cairo time)

Channels

Media · Partnerships · Membership · Groups

Newsletter

Stay current on the Alliance and its initiatives.

A regular digest of activities, initiatives, and regional events from the Alliance — delivered straight to your inbox.

Investment, Finance, Sovereign Wealth Funds & Insurance
Mobilise sovereign capital, institutional finance, and insurance frameworks to catalyse cross-border investment, de-risk strategic projects, and accelerate sustainable economic development across the region.
Arab League · Arab League Partners Alliance for Sustainability
Dr. Karim Nakhle
Dr. Karim Nakhle
Chairman — Investment, Finance, Sovereign Wealth Funds & Insurance Committee
Biography
Arab League · Arab League Partners Alliance for Sustainability
Chairman — Investment, Finance, Sovereign Wealth Funds & Insurance Committee
Chairman — Media, Telecom & Digital Banking Committee
Dr. Karim Nakhle
Chairman — Investment, Finance, Sovereign Wealth Funds & Insurance Committee
Biography
Arab League · Arab League Partners Alliance for Sustainability
Chairman — Investment, Finance, Sovereign Wealth Funds & Insurance Committee
Chairman — Media & Telecom Committee
Dr. Karim Nakhle is the Chairman & CEO of Inventure Group, a sovereign majority-owned, privately held, and independently operated global private investment conglomerate founded in 1969.
Under his leadership, the Group has grown into a multi-disciplinary enterprise with more than $20 billion in assets under management, a presence in over 33 countries, and 12 business units spanning a legacy of more than five decades.
A serial entrepreneur and investor, Dr. Nakhle is driven by a conviction that enduring value is created by building economies, not merely businesses.
His career has centered on pioneering Special Economic Zones, Integrated Destination Development, cognitive and smart cities, ports, logistics hubs, energy, media, technology, and healthcare — partnering with governments, sovereign wealth funds, and development institutions to transform regional economies across the Middle East, Africa, China, Europe and the CIS region.
As Chairman, he directs every dimension of the Group’s activities, overseeing the acquisition, financing, and management of a diversified portfolio that spans the Group’s four core pillars — Integrated Destinations Development (IDD), Integrated Industrial Platforms (IIP), Integrated Logistics Hubs (ILH), and AI Knowledge Datacenters & Crypto Mining Hub (AI.DC) — alongside investment banking, multi-family office advisory, hospitality, retail, media, technology, and the medical sector.
He has earned a distinguished reputation for his ability to move fluidly across the Group’s many industries, identifying and capturing local and international opportunities that extend its reach into global markets.
Dr. Nakhle also chairs the “Investment, Finance, Sovereign Wealth Funds, & Insurance Committee” and "Media, Telecom & Digital Banking Committee" of the Arab League Partners Association for Sustainability, where he advances the integration of Investment, Financing, Sovereign Wealth Funds, Insurance, Digital Banking, Media, Telecom, Sustainability, and Green Finance frameworks across the Arab region, and 22 countries of the Arab League.

Government Collaborations Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Interior, Defense, Finance, Economy, Investment, Trade, Tourism, Transport, Energy, Mining & Resources, Agriculture, Telecommunication & Postal Services, AI & Technology, Health, Education, Endowment, Environment, Works Planning, and Housing, alongside Central Banks and Ports Authorities FDI and international collaborations with governments and sovereign wealth funds Development banks, export credit agencies, financial institutions, conglomerates, and multinational corporations.
Media Appearances
Dr. Nakhle has featured across leading global and regional television channels, media outlets, and publications — including Economist Magazine, Fortune Magazine, Entrepreneurs News, Banking & Finance Magazine, M&A News, Construction News, Sustainability News, Sovereign Wealth Funds Magazine, CBN, IBN, LBN, SBN, CNBC Arabia, Al Arabiya, Dubai TV, MBC, Al Hurra TV, MTV, and many others.
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Media, Telecom & Digital Banking
Media, Telecom & Digital Banking Group
Advance digital infrastructure, AI & Datacenters, media ecosystems, and telecommunications connectivity to drive information sovereignty, regional integration, and inclusive access to the knowledge economy.
Arab League · Arab League Partners Alliance for Sustainability
Dr. Karim Nakhle
Dr. Karim Nakhle
Chairman — Media, Telecom & Digital Banking Committee
Biography
Arab League · Arab League Partners Alliance for Sustainability
Chairman — Investment, Finance, Sovereign Wealth Funds & Insurance Committee
Chairman — Media, Telecom & Digital Banking Committee
Dr. Karim Nakhle Chairman — Investment, Finance, Sovereign Wealth Funds & Insurance Committee Biography Arab League · Arab League Partners Alliance for Sustainability Chairman — Investment, Finance, Sovereign Wealth Funds & Insurance Committee Chairman — Media & Telecom Committee Dr. Karim Nakhle is the Chairman & CEO of Inventure Group, a sovereign majority-owned, privately held, and independently operated global private investment conglomerate founded in 1969. Under his leadership, the Group has grown into a multi-disciplinary enterprise with more than $20 billion in assets under management, a presence in over 33 countries, and 12 business units spanning a legacy of more than five decades. A serial entrepreneur and investor, Dr. Nakhle is driven by a conviction that enduring value is created by building economies, not merely businesses. His career has centered on pioneering Special Economic Zones, Integrated Destination Development, cognitive and smart cities, ports, logistics hubs, energy, media, technology, and healthcare — partnering with governments, sovereign wealth funds, and development institutions to transform regional economies across the Middle East, Africa, China, Europe and the CIS region. As Chairman, he directs every dimension of the Group’s activities, overseeing the acquisition, financing, and management of a diversified portfolio that spans the Group’s four core pillars — Integrated Destinations Development (IDD), Integrated Industrial Platforms (IIP), Integrated Logistics Hubs (ILH), and AI Knowledge Datacenters & Crypto Mining Hub (AI.DC) — alongside investment banking, multi-family office advisory, hospitality, retail, media, technology, and the medical sector. He has earned a distinguished reputation for his ability to move fluidly across the Group’s many industries, identifying and capturing local and international opportunities that extend its reach into global markets. Dr. Nakhle also chairs the “Investment, Finance, Sovereign Wealth Funds, & Insurance Committee” and 'Media & Telecom Committee' of the Arab League Partners Association for Sustainability, where he advances the integration of investment, insurance, sustainability and green finance frameworks across the Arab region, and 22 countries of the Arab League. Beyond the Group, Dr. Nakhle serves as a board member and advisor to numerous blue-chip companies and financial institutions, working directly with governments across the CIS, the Middle East, and Africa — including Egypt, Turkey, Poland, France, UK, Italy, China, Hong Kong, Georgia, Syria, Lebanon, Oman, Libya, Sudan, Mauritania, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Sierra Leone, and Mali — on economic affairs, FDI, financial strategy, PPP project development, BOT/BOO/BOOT Projects, privatization, and major medical, energy, Cognitive Cities, AI, Datacenters, Fiberoptic Connectivity, Cyber Security, Digital Transformation, Digitalization & E-Government Services, Digital Banking, Fintech, Payment Solutions, Insurtech, Digital Insurance, Insurance & Reinsurance, Political Risk Insurance & Multilateral Guarantees, MDA & ECAs, Telecom, Media, Tourism and infrastructure initiatives. Government Collaborations Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Interior, Defense, Finance, Economy, Investment, Trade, Tourism, Transport, Energy, Mining & Resources, Agriculture, Telecommunication & Postal Services, AI & Technology, Health, Education, Endowment, Environment, Works Planning, and Housing, alongside Central Banks and Ports Authorities FDI and international collaborations with governments and sovereign wealth funds Development banks, export credit agencies, financial institutions, conglomerates, and multinational corporations. Media Appearances Dr. Nakhle has featured across leading global and regional television channels, media outlets, and publications — including Economist Magazine, Fortune Magazine, Entrepreneurs News, Banking & Finance Magazine, M&A News, Construction News, Sustainability News, Sovereign Wealth Funds Magazine, CBN, IBN, LBN, SBN, CNBC Arabia, Al Arabiya, Dubai TV, MBC, Al Hurra TV, MTV, and many others.