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Saudi mining will start attracting major interest
The Future Minerals Forum is underway, and the government is positive on the trajectory of its mining sector
Saudi ArabiaJordan will prioritise IMF compliance
The IMF has approved financing worth USD1.2bn over 2024-28
JordanAlgeria’s budget will drive up public debt
The president aims to improve economic conditions ahead of the elections
AlgeriaNew higher education policies will hurt Iranian women
The implementation of tighter restrictions on female behaviour and degree choice are damaging universities
IranYemen’s Huthis will be undeterred by Red Sea warnings
Attempted attacks continue against certain vessels seeking to transit the Red Sea
YemenIslamic State will seek new opportunities in Syria
The global salafi-jihadist group has launched a new campaign, despite losing momentum in many countries
SyriaEgyptian-Iranian ties are heading for an upgrade
Discussions between Egyptian and Iranian officials have intensified, raising prospects of renewed diplomatic relations
EgyptQatar's energy dependence will continue long-term
High anticipated energy revenues in 2024 reflect the ongoing strength of the sector
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