Mohammed bin Rashid congratulates professor Badi Hani

Sheikh Mohammed’s message

In a post on X, His Highness praised Professor Hani of Lebanon, a distinguished economics professor at Syracuse University, for his major contributions to econometrics and economic data analysis, noting his publication of more than 200 academic papers and a globally recognised reference book.

Recognising economic excellence

The award honours Professor Hani’s pioneering work in panel data analysis, which supports more accurate evaluation of economic policies worldwide and is widely used by governments and international institutions.

About great Arab minds

Launched by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, the Great Arab Minds initiative recognises exceptional Arab talent across vital fields and has become the largest award of its kind in the Arab world, often referred to as the “Arab Nobel.”