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Arab Spring makes region $225 billion poorer

While the importance of economic issues in the Arab Spring is disputed, financial frustrations certainly fanned discontent.

January 15, 2013 2:52

Arab Spring economies recover slowly in 2013

The IMF forecast gross domestic product in the six countries combined would expand by 3.6 percent next year, accelerating from an estimated 2.0 percent this year and 1.2 percent in 2011.

November 11, 2012 9:58

Arab Spring states revel in Olympic pride

The Egyptians are keen to show that they too have managed to field a team despite the crises that have convulsed the world's most populous Arab state

July 31, 2012 9:37

We are slaves to social media

Statistics show an explosion of social media users in the Arab world but isn't it turning us into mindless zombie sheep?

July 18, 2012 12:00

Cannes’ Middle East films show Arab Spring unfurl

The "Arab Spring" is the focus of two movies at Cannes this year as film makers present tentative steps towards democracy on the big screen, one year after political upheaval in Libya and Egypt.

May 27, 2012 11:31

Waiting for financial stability: Election won’t end investor worries about Egypt

Economic issues - corruption and poverty - were high on the list of protesters' complaints during the Arab Spring and the subsequent uncertainty has worsened the economic position of the Middle East's most populous nation, says Una Galani

May 22, 2012 3:27

The Business of Arabian Travel Market

The 19th edition of Arabian Travel Market launches tomorrow, and Kipp has a serious case of wanderlust. Until we can book our next vacation, we take a look at the region’s largest travel and tourism event.

April 29, 2012 4:05

Arab Spring Asylum seekers surged into EU in 2011

Asylum seekers from Arab Spring countries and West African nations suffering civil strife surged into Europe last year at a time when European politicians are talking about re-tightening border controls.

March 24, 2012 3:28

French BNP Paribas to grow MidEast revenues

French lender BNP Paribas expects to grow its revenues from the oil-rich Gulf region this year despite a slight impact on its business as a result of the Arab Spring, the bank's Middle East head told Reuters in an interview on Tuesday.

March 14, 2012 1:35

Jazeera Airways cuts Syria flights over turmoil

Kuwait's low-cost carrier Jazeera Airways has reduced the number of flights it operates in and out of Syria because turmoil in the country is making it difficult to operate a full service.

March 8, 2012 3:53

Politics and business: China-Gulf ties won’t be affected by Syria clashes

Given its $90 billion a year bilateral trade with GCC, China has received less flak for vetoing the UN Council resolution on Syria. Things may change though if Syria worsens.

March 6, 2012 12:31

China urges Syria government, rebels to start dialogue

China urged the Syrian government and rebels trying to oust President Bashar al-Assad to end all acts of violence, especially against civilians.

March 4, 2012 11:15

Libya amending bank law to attract foreigners

Libya is amending its banking laws to attract foreign investment and stimulate its private sector as it seeks to create an investor-friendly environment following last year's war that ousted Muammar Gaddafi, the central bank governor said.

February 26, 2012 11:35

US signals possibility of arming Syrian rebels

The United States appeared to open the door to eventually arming Syria's opposition, saying that if a political solution to the crisis was impossible it might have to consider other options.

February 22, 2012 12:40

Chinese Premier stresses urgency in addressing chaos in Syria

Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao said on Tuesday it was urgent to prevent war and chaos in Syria and vowed to work through the United Nations to seek an end to civil strife in the country.

February 14, 2012 2:48