Rania Al Mashat brings more than two decades of experience across economic policy, finance, sustainable development, and global cooperation. In June 2026, she became
Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA),following eight years in Egypt’s government. In her new role, she is
focused on advancing regional integration, inclusive development, and economic resilience across the Arab world, as ESCWA works to strengthen cooperation amid rapid shifts in
technology, finance, and the global economy.
Rania Al Mashat
Executive Secretary of United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA)

