North Africa
Mideast countries will still value BRICS membership
Regional states have sought BRICS membership, hoping for more, and more varied, diplomatic and economic options
Middle EastMiddle East and North African debt fears will rise
Fiscal and current account deficits are creating debt concerns for fuel-importing Middle East and North African states
Middle EastItaly will intensify its outreach to North Africa
Rome is active across the region, expanding ties and building its competitive advantage over other European capitals
North AfricaMiddle East and North Africa will lead tourist rebound
The Middle East and North Africa's tourism sector outperformed other regions in 2022 and early 2023
Middle EastClimate change will hit Middle East/North Africa hard
The Middle East and North Africa is highly vulnerable to the impact of climate change, but adaption policies are weak
Middle EastMiddle East and North Africa water security in 2030
Water insecurity will increase in the region, but governments are also committed to mitigation efforts
Middle EastProspects for MENA green energy transition to 2030
The green energy transition is starting to pick up speed across much of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA)
Middle EastMiddle East and North Africa’s illicit trade may fall
The Middle East and North Africa is an emerging hotspot for illicit narcotics, arms and fuel flows
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