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Libya / Economy
The Libyan government is considering possible investments in Zimbabwe - particularly in tourism and agriculture sectors. Notably, these are two core industries that have deteriorated under President Mugabe's rule but hold great potential for returns under the new coalition government. Libya's interests in strengthening its ties with other African states are no surprise, particularly...
2010-08-24Tunisia / Economy
We believe that the continuous promotion and emphasis of the government's five year development plans which include increasing trade at home and abroad, raises significant political...
2010-08-24Egypt / Economy
We see Egyptian real estate and construction sector growth slowly picking up, with strong demographics and increasingly attractive business environment generating higher demand for...
2010-07-26Country Risk Rating
Libya
The Libyan government is considering possible investments in Zimbabwe - particularly in tourism and agriculture sectors. Notably, these are two core industries that have deteriorated...
2010-08-24Tunisia
We believe that the continuous promotion and emphasis of the government's five year development plans which include increasing trade at home and abroad, raises significant political...
2010-08-24Libya
Despite having otherwise civil relations with its neighbours, Libya's decision to safe-haven a Sudanese rebel leader has raised tensions between the two countries. The Libyan government...
2010-07-22Tunisia
The Tunisian President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali and Syrian leader Bashar Al-Assad held a meeting recently with a view to improving political relations and strengthening existing agreements...
2010-07-22Egypt
We see Egyptian real estate and construction sector growth slowly picking up, with strong demographics and increasingly attractive business environment generating higher demand for...
2010-07-26Algeria
We expect Algeria's budget to stay in deficit due to diminishing hydrocarbons revenues and a public spending growth rate in 2010. Over the long term, we see the budget returning to...
2010-07-22Algeria
Economic growth in 2010 will increase to 3.1% in real terms, up from a 2.3% rate recorded in the previous year. Gross fixed capital formation will have the greatest contribution to...
2010-07-22Morocco
We expect Morocco's current account deficit to narrow in 2010 based on a pick up in goods exports and solid growth in current transfers. Over the remaining of the forecast period the...
2010-07-21Morocco
The first EU-Morocco summit was held in Granada, Spain, in March, at which an operational agenda was unveiled that outlines in further detail the nature of the Kingdom's 'advanced...
2010-04-29Morocco
While the government remains in a strong position and in favour with the royal palace, unemployment and living standards could be key issues in next year's elections. Signs of a crackdown...
2010-02-11Algeria
Algeria's political stability faces challenges from Islamist radicalism, high unemployment and an unclear leadership future. While we believe that economic reform is vital for future...
2010-01-27Libya
Libya's human rights record remains extremely poor, but recent events illustrate a growing willingness by the Qadhafi regime to allow and acknowledge criticism.
2009-12-18
