MENA REGION

COVID-19 Impact : Middle East and North Africa

International Financial Corporation This report discusses the severe economic contraction in the Middle East and North Africa triggered by COVID-19. Report

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COVID in the Maghreb: Responses and Impacts

Project on Middle East Political Science This working paper analyzes the impact of the pandemic on Maghreb countries’ economic performance and political situation as well as offer predictions on how that impact will change over time.   Working Paper

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The Impact of COVID-19 on the Middle East and North Africa

Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs This article reports on the responses of different MENA states to the COVID-19 outbreak. Article

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Economic Consequences of COVID-19 in the Middle East: Implications for U.S. National Security

The Rand Corporation This article assesses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the economies in the Middle East that may be particularly affected by the fall in oil prices. It also explains what that impact means for the United States as it tries to maintain its influence in the region. Article

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The Securitization of the Coronavirus Crisis in the Middle East

Project on Middle East Political Science This working paper assesses the framing of the pandemic through the lens of the securitization theory. It discusses the application of that theory through the responses of certain countries in the Middle East. Working Paper

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COVID-19 in the Middle East and North Africa: Reactions, Vulnerabilities, Prospects

GIGA Focus This working paper details the various responses to the coronavirus in the MENA region and the political implications. Working Paper

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Brookings Experts on the Implications of COVID-19 for the Middle East and North Africa

Brookings Institution This OP-ED reports on macroeconomic instability and economic disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. It also discusses the ways in which the virus can be a conflict-multiplier across the region. Article

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The Coronavirus: Potential Effects on the Middle East and North Africa

Economic Research Forum This article explains the negative impact of COVID-19 in the MENA region with regard to infections and effects on oil prices, value chains, and tourism. Article

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Economics in the Time of COVID-19

Centre for Economic Policy Research This report examines the channels through which COVID-19 may affect the Middle East and North Africa, including oil prices, value chains, and tourism and travel. Report

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Compliance and Stringency Measures in Response to COVID-19: A Regional Study

Journal of Behavioral Economics for Policy This report looks at the policy response and COVID-19 daily case progression of 13 MENA countries to assess the effectiveness of stringency measures in managing the spread of the virus. Report

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