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Lebanon’s local port blast investigation will stall
Judicial infighting and political blockages are undermining the prospect of accountability for hundreds of deaths
East European growth in 2023 will be modest at best
The slowdown of activity in the second half of 2022 will shape prospects for 2023
Russia uses Middle Eastern ties to mitigate isolation
Middle Eastern states' ambivalent take on the Ukraine war has mitigated the effects of Russia's international isolation
UN exit foreshadows worsening repression in Uganda
Amid escalating accusations of human rights abuses, the government has asked UN human rights monitors to leave
UgandaJordan’s tourism hopes depend on visitor management
Amman is building on a revival of tourism to kick-start the post-pandemic economy and improve the balance of payments
JordanLegalising Egyptian migration to Libya will stall
Libya’s reconstruction needs are prompting the return of Egyptian labourers
LibyaSaudi Arabian funding will change the business of golf
Saudi Arabia is pouring millions of dollars into a new golf tournament, LIV Golf
Saudi ArabiaPower and reform woes will slow South Africa’s growth
Economic prospects remain bleak, amid ongoing political and structural challenges
South AfricaNorth Africa's water scarcity may reduce food exports
North Africa is grappling with inadequate water and food provision
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