Economy

Refugees at Risk in Jordan’s Response to COVID-19

Middle East Research and Information Project This article reports on the impact of COVID-19 (including containment measures and pre-existing living conditions) on refugees in Jordan as well as Jordan’s responses (international aid and funds from ongoing programs.) Article

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The Consequences of the Coronavirus in Lebanon

Arab America This article reports on the Lebanese government’s response to the spread of the virus, the changes in Lebanese people’s lifestyles, and the impact of COVID-19 on refugees. Article

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How Will Remittances Affect the Somali COVID-19 Response?

LSE This article reports on the effects of remittances on the Somali COVID-19 response. Article

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COVID 19: Assessing Vulnerabilities and Impacts on Iraq

Chatham House This article analyzes the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak in Iraq, a country already in turmoil, facing a myriad of vulnerabilities due to corruption and a lack of governance. Article

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Market Review: “Iraq, Oil Prices, and the Coronavirus”

Iraq-business news This article reports on the global crash in oil prices and its impact on crisis-stricken Iraq, recently hit by the COVID-19 outbreak. Article

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 Can Morocco Effectively Handle the COVID-19 Crisis? 

Chatham House This article discusses Morocco’s efforts to mitigate the public health and economic impacts of COVID-19.   Article

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In-Depth Look at Egypt’s Economic Sectors amid COVID-19 Outbreak

Egypt Today This article provides a detailed look into each economic sector impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic in Egypt. Article

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UNDP Mauritania

UNDP This report provides a situational analysis of Mauritania during the COVID-19 pandemic and details the prolonged response of the UNDP to cope with the implications of the pandemic. Report

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Impact of COVID-19 on the Manufacturing Sector in Egypt

United Nations Industrial Development Organization This report examines the impact of COVID-19 on the manufacturing industry, as well as policy recommendations and UN initiatives to alleviate the impact of COVID-19 in Egypt. Report

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Economic Impact of COVID-19 on Tourism and Remittances: Insights from Egypt

International Food Policy Research This article assesses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the economy in Egypt by looking at variables such as household income, poverty markers, disruptions in tourism and declining remittances. Article

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