Matus Samel
Matus is a manager on the Policy & Insights team at Economist Impact, based in London. He oversees the execution of projects focused on economic development, sustainable growth, and international trade. Matus has delivered programmes for a number of international clients, including the UN International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), USAID, UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), Swiss Agency for Development and Co-operation (SDC), UNICEF, Global Water Partnership (GWP), and many others. Prior to joining the EIU, Matus worked on energy policy, sustainable development, and international trade projects at UNESCAP, Chatham House and Harvard Kennedy School Belfer Center. He holds a Master's degree in Public Policy from Harvard Kennedy School of Government, where he specialised in economic development, energy policy and international trade and competitiveness.
Recent contributions
Destination Always: Future-proofing destinations to capture the benefits of visitors without trade-offs
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Harnessing the economic benefits of investment in water, sanitation and hygiene in Africa
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World Water Week 2022: a key milestone for the global water agenda
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Trade challenges and opportunities in the post-pandemic world
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The Global Investment Landscape: Trade challenges and opportunities post pandemic
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Consumer Goods: Trade challenges and opportunities post pandemic
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Creative Industries: Trade challenges and opportunities post pandemic
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Financial and Professional Services: Trade challenges and opportunities post pandemic
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Digital Technology: Trade challenges and opportunities post pandemic
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