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Kuwait’s migrant workers face further exploitation
The authorities will clamp down on the exploitation of migrant workers in the short term
KuwaitTurkey will moderate its external deficit this year
Imports are falling faster than a tail-off in exports to Israel and Russia
TurkeyReligious tourism boosts Riyadh’s hospitality sector
The number of participants in this year's pilgrimage could exceed 2023, when more than 1.8 million attended
Saudi ArabiaMiddle East and North African growth will rebound
Oil exporters will outperform oil importers in 2024 and 2025. but risks to the forecasts are on the downside
Middle EastJordan’s economy will require international support
Despite progress, Jordan’s economy will rely international support as it remains vulnerable to external shocks
JordanEgypt-Israel Rafah dialogue will be challenging
Rafah border crossing has been effectively closed since May 7, when Israel took control of its Palestinian side
EgyptYemeni tensions rise but fall short of war for now
The Aden-based authorities are taking more economic measures against the Huthis
YemenTurkey’s external position will improve through 2024
Tight monetary and fiscal policies will help strengthen Turkey’s external position
Turkey
