Economy

The COVID-19 Pandemic and Conflict Dynamics in Syria

SWP This paper reports on the conflict dynamics that impede confronting COVID-19 challenges, the COVID-19 impact on the military balance of power, crucial actors likely to adjust their priorities as well as policy recommendations. Article

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Pandemic Underscores Tunisia’s Rocky Road to Democracy

VOA News This article reports on the ongoing challenges imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic on Tunisia amid political tensions and its struggles for democracy. Article

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Egypt, COVID-19, and the Economy: A Combustible Mix?

Brookings Institution This article reports on the expected economic and social fallout in light of the COVID-19 pandemic crisis in Egypt. It assesses Egypt’s response to the pandemic and the IMF’s financial assistance. Article

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Gender Alert on COVID-19 Lebanon 

UNFPA This report provides observations from frontline responders on issues of gender equality in Lebanon in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. Report

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Coronavirus Spreads “Exponentially” in Qatar’s Labor Camps

CBS News This article reports on the transmission of COVID-19 in overcrowded labor camps in Qatar with poor living conditions. Article

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Conflict and the COVID-19 Pandemic Present a Significant Threat to Life in Libya

International Organization of Migration This article reports on the serious implications of COVID-19 on the humanitarian crisis in Libya, such as armed conflicts and food insecurity. It also includes a call to action to financially support the people of Libya and stand by them.  Article

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Update: The Kingdom of Bahrain & COVID-19: Bahrain’s Reaction to the Global Pandemic

Charles Russels Speechlys This article reports on the various limitations and requirements the government of Bahrain enacted in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Article

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COVID-19 in Somalia: Leveraging Finance to help Somali Businesses in the Face of Crisis COVID-19 in Somalia 

Market Links This article offers a set of responses to help increase employment and incomes for businesses after the devastating economic implications of the COVID-19 crisis in Somalia.  Article

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Bahrain: Tax and Financial Measures Associated with COVID-19

HLB Poland Advisory and Accounting This article summarizes the financial measures taken by Bahrain’s government to economically support both businesses and individuals and offer support measures to employees and employers during the COVID-19 outbreak. Article

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COVID-19 in Somalia: A Public Health Emergency in an Electoral Minefield 

International Crisis Group This article details the huge challenge the coronavirus pandemic has posed on Somalia, the public health crisis compounded with problems in electoral preparations.   Report

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