CGE Policy Modeling with Applications to Saudi Arabia Using GTAP and GAMS

4-Days Online Workshop 16-17, 23-24 May 2026 (Forth Round)

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Deadline: 15th February 2025

We Proudly Trained Teams from

King Saudi University KSU جامعه الملك سعود

Workshop Description:

This online workshop will utilize up-to-date Input-Output (I/O) and Social Accounting Matrix (SAM) tables to conduct various simulations pertaining to policy shocks relevant to Saudi Arabia. These simulations will cover a range of topics, including changes in tariffs, adjustments to VAT rates, simulations of the energy market, investments in artificial intelligence (AI), and more.

Policy Areas of Interest to the Saudi Economy

To enable participants to simulate demand and supply changes in key economic sectors, including energy, construction, technology, logistics, and tourism, to inform policy-making decisions and strategic planning.

Comprehensive Policy Analysis

To equip public officials, researchers and academic staff with the skills and knowledge necessary for conducting comprehensive policy analysis and economic modeling tailored to the Saudi Arabian context.

GAMS and GTAP

To provide practical training on utilizing GTAP and GAMS software for conducting policy simulations and analyzing the economic impacts of various policy changes.

Workshop Highlights

4-Day online weekend (Saturdays and Sundays) workshop, totaling 12-15 hours.

Practical simulation tutorials using GAMS
and GTAP

Live interactions with a moderator will be
facilitated, offering participants the opportunity to ask questions and engage in extended discussions.

Real policy modeling scenarios, findings, and
recommendations will be provided, which can be utilized in reports, white papers, and policy briefs.

Registered trainees will have the opportunity to suggest policy areas of interest via a post-registration survey. These suggestions will be taken into consideration when preparing the practical tutorials.