Middle East / Africa
Turkey 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 EastEthiopia budget plans hint at ongoing uncertainty
The government has proposed an expanded budget, without significant external support
EthiopiaSocio-economic cost of internet shutdowns is rising
The number of internet shutdowns reached a record-high last year; 2024 appears to be on track for a similar rate
InternationalOil demand forecasts vary widely due to uncertainties
The oil demand forecasts from OPEC, the IEA and the EIA are increasingly diverging
InternationalJordan’s economy will require international support
Despite progress, Jordan’s economy will rely international support as it remains vulnerable to external shocks
JordanMadagascar's Rajoelina will control parliament
Provisional results from Madagascar's May 29 National Assembly election have been announced
Madagascar
