ESCWA, in collaboration with the United Nations Trade and Development (UNCTAD), is organizing a regional webinar titled “Ensuring Consumer Protection in the Arab Region Amid the E-Commerce Growth: Challenges and Opportunities.” The event convenes policymakers, regulators, experts, and consumer protection officials from across the Arab region to discuss the impact of digital transformation on consumer protection and the role of behavioral science in strengthening legal and policy frameworks in e-commerce.
Through expert presentations, regional case studies, and interactive discussions, the webinar reviews:
- current and emerging challenges facing consumers in the digital marketplace, including online fraud, data privacy, cybersecurity threats, and gaps in digital infrastructure.
- the adequacy of existing systems and enforcement practices in safeguarding consumers online.
Damascus, Syrian Arab Republic
