A strong economic performance in 2010 did not help ease the political pressures on Middle Eastern countries. Perhaps the economic recovery has actually contributed to the feelings of injustice as many in the region failed to reap any benefits. Although it is still early to estimate the economic losses due to the civil unrest, a number of countries in the region, particularly Egypt and Bahrain, have seen key sectors hit hard.
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