Middle East & North Africa Economics Update Middle Eastern states still need Western allies At first glance, the West looks set to be amongst the biggest losers from the political turmoil hitting the Arab world. The toppled regimes in Egypt and Tunisia were staunch Western allies. The same... 22nd February 2011 · 1 min read
Middle East & North Africa Economics Update What are Egypt's prospects after Mubarak? Following the resignation of President Hosni Mubarak on Friday, Egypt has only taken the first step to economic prosperity and political plurality. The work does not end with the departure of the ex... 15th February 2011 · 1 min read
Middle East & North Africa Economics Update Initial thoughts on the economic impact of the Egyptian crisis As the global fall-out from the Egyptian crisis subsides, at least for now, the local economy’s problems are only just beginning. The current regime is clearly gearing up for a fight to remain in... 8th February 2011 · 1 min read
Middle East & North Africa Economics Update Some Q&A on the fall-out from Egypt We have spent much of the last week fielding questions about the events in Egypt and their global implications. This note summarises our answers. Those wanting further detail and more regular coverage... 3rd February 2011 · 1 min read
Middle East & North Africa Economics Update How serious is the Egyptian crisis? Events in Egypt are unfolding quickly and further political change looks inevitable. An orderly transition of power is still possible and would ensure that the current disruption to markets in the... 31st January 2011 · 1 min read