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Political impact of subsidy reform.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB209835
ISSN: 2633-304X
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The additional income is being partly used to direct support to poorer segments of society. However, this has not ended the mounting popular pressure for accelerated change. The…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB266079
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Fuel subsidy cuts in the Middle East and North Africa.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB230294
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Many welcomed the decision, believing it reflected the authorities’ acknowledgement of social realities. The decision also builds on other changes to state-society relations, such…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB279486
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Leading international credit ratings agencies had upgraded their outlook for Oman in early 2023. Positive reviews reflect the sultanate’s improved financial performance in 2022…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB280281
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Energy reforms and social conflicts.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB219949
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Azerbaijan's January-June contraction.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB212766
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The wave of strikes and demonstrations is raising fresh concerns about the slow pace of social and economic reform. Although Tunisia's political transition is often regarded as…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB200547
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Combined with rising food import costs, higher energy prices are reducing consumer purchasing power and increasing social frustration. The government of President Chandrikapersad…
Recovery will be slower in 2017 than previously estimated, at 0.9% instead of 1.7%, the bank said. The low price of oil is the main burden on the flagging Russian economy…