Middle East / Africa
Europe will remain divided over Palestinian statehood
Four European countries have announced recognition of Palestinian statehood in recent months
EuropeDigital services trade growth will widen inequalities
Digital services trade is outgrowing other trade categories but -- raising inequality concerns -- is highly concentrated
InternationalComplex Ethiopia-Somalia talks may prove crucial
Turkey is trying to mediate a de-escalation of tensions in the Horn of Africa
EthiopiaRights violations will increase in northern Yemen
UN relations with the Huthis are on a downward trajectory
YemenReducing foreign workers in Oman will face challenges
Oman has placed greater emphasis on Omanising its labour force in recent days.
OmanIPO 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 statesLower youth unemployment bodes well but tests persist
Youth unemployment globally fell to a 15-year low in 2023 amid regional disparities and skills mismatches
InternationalTanzania reshuffles aim to reinforce Samia’s control
The president has made some high-profile changes within the government and the party
Tanzania
