Middle East / Africa
Europe will remain divided over Palestinian statehood
Four European countries have announced recognition of Palestinian statehood in recent months
EuropeLower youth unemployment bodes well but tests persist
Youth unemployment globally fell to a 15-year low in 2023 amid regional disparities and skills mismatches
InternationalDigital services trade growth will widen inequalities
Digital services trade is outgrowing other trade categories but -- raising inequality concerns -- is highly concentrated
InternationalIraq will find struggle to stop anti-US attacks
Iranian-backed militias have resumed attacks against US bases in Iraq
IraqIsrael’s economic outlook could dip further
Israel's economy faces little relief from the impact of the war in Gaza
IsraelTPLF’s troubles will add to instability in Ethiopia
The once dominant Tigrayan party has become afflicted by internal conflict since the end of the war
EthiopiaMiddle East youth employment will create challenges
Almost one in four Middle Eastern and North African youth are unemployed
Middle EastTanzania reshuffles aim to reinforce Samia’s control
The president has made some high-profile changes within the government and the party
Tanzania
