ME/NAF
Rights violations will increase in northern Yemen
UN relations with the Huthis are on a downward trajectory
YemenIPO activity in the Gulf states will remain robust
IPO activity in the Gulf states increased year-on-year in the second quarter of 2024
Gulf statesReducing foreign workers in Oman will face challenges
Oman has placed greater emphasis on Omanising its labour force in recent days.
OmanIsrael’s economic outlook could dip further
Israel's economy faces little relief from the impact of the war in Gaza
IsraelIraq will find struggle to stop anti-US attacks
Iranian-backed militias have resumed attacks against US bases in Iraq
IraqMiddle East youth employment will create challenges
Almost one in four Middle Eastern and North African youth are unemployed
Middle EastIran's foreign policy will fail to shift Arab opinion
Iran is firm in its support of the Palestinians, but that has not translated into Arab acceptance of its regional role
IranSaudi Aramco’s immediate focus will be on gas catch up
Aramco is prioritising liquefied natural gas and petrochemicals to hedge against softer crude-oil demand globally
Saudi Arabia
