PWC – Middle East Youth Outlook, 2024

The Middle East is undergoing a rapid transformation driven by its growing youth population, with over 50% of youth in the GCC under 25. The unique perspectives, challenges, and aspirations of these young people are crucial for shaping policies and initiatives for sustainable development in the region. The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development emphasizes the importance of youth in achieving peace and prosperity. Twenty targets across six Sustainable Development Goals are focused on youth, highlighting their integral role in global and regional development. The Middle East Youth Outlook 2024 presents insights from approximately 810 young people in the region and compares them with global perspectives to better understand regional views. Engaging youth as architects and co-creators of a more sustainable future is essential, and this report aims to harness their insights and creativity to build a better tomorrow. It is time to act decisively and capitalize on the optimism of the youth to create a sustainable future for all.