ERF welcomes new affiliates for 2025

Since its founding in 1993, the Economic Research Forum (ERF) has grown steadily into the region’s leading network of distinguished economists. We are pleased to announce that, in October 2025, the ERF Board of Trustees approved the addition of two prominent Senior Associates, 12 distinguished Research Fellows and 14 promising Research Associates from across the region.

ERF affiliation is a highly selective process grounded in rigorous review and assessment criteria. Our affiliates hail from leading academic and research institutions throughout the region, as well as from renowned national and international organizations. Together, they bring exceptional research capacity, deep policy expertise, and a strong commitment to mentoring the next generation of scholars.

Our network now comprises 472 affiliates:

303 Research Fellows
90 Research Associates
47 Senior Associates
32 Policy Affiliates

We extend a warm welcome to all our new affiliates. We look forward to your contributions and active engagement as we continue advancing ERF’s mission to promote high quality economic research to contribute to sustainable development in the region.