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Oman can manage domestic political dissent for now

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OMAN

Prospects for political dissent in Oman.

Germany’s opposition CDU faces a defining year ahead

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GERMANY

The election of Merz, who lost the last two leadership contests to centrist candidates, suggests the CDU will pivot to the right in key policy areas.

The next Omani sultan will face an economic crisis

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OMAN

The ratings agency said the change reflected the erosion of Oman’s foreign reserves in a context of low oil prices. Fears are rising over the country's longer-term economic…

Tunisia’s new government will prioritise efficiency

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TUNISIA

The administration has set out a list of priorities, most of which relate to the dire state of the economy and public finances.

South African monopoly plan faces competing interests

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SOUTH AFRICA

The proposed overhaul, prompted in part by populist sentiment against so-called ‘white monopoly capital’, aims to facilitate competition and open the economy to smaller…

Italy’s government may be more durable than expected

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ITALY

Contrary to expectations created by past tensions between the coalition partners -- the far-right League and the anti-establishment Five Star Movement (M5S) -- and by several 'own…

Uneven reform stays Belgium's competitiveness

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BELGIUM

Political situation in Belgium.

Skills gap will hinder South African growth plans

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SOUTH AFRICA

Last month, the budget increased education spending from 296 billion rand (22.8 billion dollars) to 321 billion rand (24.7 billion dollars), remaining constant at 6.8% of GDP and…

COVID-19 will shatter Tunisian economic revival hopes

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TUNISIA

Economic impacts of COVID-19 on Tunisia.

Egypt will struggle to capitalise on growing youth

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EGYPT

The most populous Arab nation is adding 2 million people each year and two-thirds of Egyptians are under the age of 30. This creates pressure on government services and the jobs…