Dr. Adli Kandah

Dr. Adli Kandah is a distinguished economist, financial strategist, and policy advisor with over 35 years of experience spanning macroeconomic policy, banking and finance, monetary policy formulation, and financial sector development across the Middle East, Gulf, and Europe. With a PhD in Economics from the University of Glasgow, he has held senior roles at the Central Bank of Jordan, the Qatar Central Bank, and the Prime Minister's Office of Jordan and notably served for 14 years as Director General of the Association of Banks in Jordan (ABJ).

A recognized thought leader, Dr. Kandah has advised central banks, governments, and financial institutions on economic reform, financial inclusion, SME financing, monetary policy, digital currencies (CBDCs), green finance, and ESG banking frameworks. As an academic, author of eight books, columnist, and trainer, he has made extensive contributions to capacity building and public economic literacy, delivering advanced training programs in economics, banking, and policy analysis at leading institutions. Dr. Kandah is renowned for analytical rigour, strategic insight, and his commitment to sustainable, inclusive economic growth.

Areas of Expertise

Professional Summary

Senior Economist, Financial Strategist, Consultant, Banking Policy Advisor, Academic Trainer

• Macroeconomic Policy & Fiscal Management

• Banking & Financial Sector Development

• Monetary Policy & Central Banking

• SME Financing & Financial Inclusion

• Digital Banking & CBDC Policy

• Green Finance & ESG Frameworks

• Privatization & Economic Development

• Investment Climate & Economic Reform

• International Economics & Trade Policy

• Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs)

• Labour Economics & Market Development

• Financial Crises Analysis & Risk Management

• Regulatory Policy & Governance

Training Programs Delivered

Dr. Kandah has delivered advanced training and academic programs for diplomats, bankers, policymakers, and university students, focusing on economics, banking policy, financial markets, and strategic analysis. Representative engagements include:

• Royal Jordanian National Defense College (2017–2023): Economics and Public Finance.

• Jordanian Diplomatic Institute (1999–2023): Jordan’s Economy, Economic Diplomacy, International Economics.

• Ministry of Foreign Affairs, UAE (2014): Economic Analysis Program.

• Institute of Banking Studies, Jordan: Data Analysis for Economic Reports, Macroeconomic & Industry Analysis, Privatization.

• Dubai Islamic Bank, UAE: Branch Managers Program, Leadership in Banking.

• Central Banking Institutes: IMF Institute courses in Monetary Operations, Exchange Rate Policy, and Financial Crisis Management; AML and Terrorism Financing Training; Basel II and Risk Management Workshops.

• Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Academy (Beirut): Privatization Program.

• Ministry of Education and Audit Bureau (Jordan): Economic Analysis Programs.

• WTO and Arab Monetary Fund courses on Trade and Policy Planning.

Professional Qualifications, Education and Accreditation

• PhD in Economics (Macroeconomics, Privatization), University of Glasgow, UK (1996)

• Master’s in Economics, Middle East Technical University, Turkey (1987)

• B.Sc. in Economics, Yarmouk University, Jordan (1985, Honors & Royal Scholarship)

• Author of 8+ books on economic development, banking sector strategy, financial crises, and investment.

• Board Member, Deposit Insurance Corporation, Jordan; Economic Advisor for CBDC at Progress Soft.

• Past Director General, Association of Banks in Jordan (2006–2020).

• Memberships: Arab Thought Forum, Jordan Economic Forum, and Higher Advisory Boards at multiple universities.

• Honors: Royal Scholarships, Certificates of Appreciation from the Union of Arab Banks, Central Bank of Jordan, and Public Security Directorate.