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MENA Must Launch Its Own ‘Employment Miracle’
May 18, 2012 — This report says oil exporters in the Middle East and North Africa region will receive an anticipated 2 percent boost and achieve a rate of 5.4 percent in 2012. Read More »
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The Grain Chain: How to Manage Food Security and Wheat Imports in Arab Countries
May 18, 2012 — Countries in MENA import one third of the world’s traded wheat. Efficient import supply chains and strategic storage can help improve food security in the region. Read More »
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Gender Equality and Development in the Middle East and North Africa Region
May 18, 2012 — Countries in MENA have made progress in improving women’s education and longevity, yet women still lack equality in access to economic opportunities and employment. Read More »
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From Privilege to Competition
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Unlocking Private-Led Growth in the Middle East and North Africa

This report encourages MENA countries to foster a fair competitive business environment to achieve long-term, sustained growth.

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Wilfried Engelke

Wilfried Engelke

Senior Country Economist for Yemen
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Global Economic Prospects

In this report, the World Bank downgrades its global growth forecast for 2012 to 2.5% and warns developing countries will be impacted.

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