Middle East / Africa
Riyadh will bet on reforms to attract investments
Data suggest that Riyadh is still struggling to attract foreign direct investment despite recent reforms
Saudi ArabiaGulf states’ investment could face political hostility
Gulf states’ foreign investments are increasing as the countries attempt to diversify their economies
Gulf statesIvory Coast cocoa prices may not suffice for farmers
The government has increased prices paid to cocoa producers by 20%
Ivory CoastEnergy narrative to move away from 2050 net zero goals
More alignment between climate goal narratives and public and corporate plans may foster more cooperation moving forward
InternationalTurkey's inflation targeting could falter
Tight monetary policy is slowing economic activity, without bringing down inflation as rapidly as sought
TurkeyIsrael’s post-war AI innovation faces pressures
Geopolitical instability, ethical concerns and defence-oriented strategy are testing Israel’s AI sector
IsraelUgandan incursions pose risks for South Sudan
As South Sudan’s political and economic woes deepen, Uganda has taken the opportunity to encroach on its borders
South SudanHungary wants to make its mark in Chad
Budapest has decided to deploy a military mission to Chad
Hungary
