World Bank projects a 2.1% contraction in output across the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan (MENAAP). The institution says the impact is greater on oil-exporting Gulf countries affected by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
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Conflict in the Middle East directly affects purchases of the input, which is essential for planting crops. Domestic production also declines this year
The North African country’s economy is expected to grow 2.3% this year and 2.7% in 2027. The International Monetary Fund says reforms and external assistance are essential.
International coffee trade totaled 12.58 million 60-kg bags in August. Over the first 11 months of the season, exports rose 1.1%, driven by robusta coffee.
Owners prepare their animals for the racing season in the suburbs of Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on Saturday (3). Al-Marmoom Camel Racetrack is Dubai’s most famous camel racing venue. The racing season takes place during the cooler months, from October through the beginning of the second quarter of the following year. Translated by Guilherme Miranda
Bids to operate the Commercial Bank of Syria’s system must be submitted by Nov. 1.
The announcement was made by Brazil’s ministries of agriculture and foreign affairs on Thursday (1).
Digital payments accounted for just 34% of total payments in the country in 2010, according to the local central bank, which has implemented a series of measures to modernize the financial sector.
Dried distillers grains (DDG) are a byproduct of corn ethanol production, rich in protein and used to feed cattle and poultry.
Education technology startups from around the world can apply by Oct. 31 for support from the WISE EdTech Accelerator. The selection process will determine the participants for the program’s 2027 cohort, which begins in January.
Productions from Egypt, Morocco and Palestine are among those seeking a spot on the final list of foreign-language films competing for the statuette.
Online purchases grew by about 19% annually in the Arab country, according to a report by EZDubai Logistics Hub and Euromonitor International. Apparel and footwear was the sector with the highest volume.
Designer Lana Sara presented a fashion show in Erbil on Sunday (27), featuring designs inspired by traditional clothing. In the photo, a model walks the runway wearing a silver-and-white dress. The event, titled Donadon Fashion Show, featured designs for men and women. ©Gailan Haji/Middle East Images via AFP
João Gabriel is a member of Italian club Como1907’s under-20 squad and could make his debut for the Arab team in a match on Thursday (1). In Brazil, he played in Corinthians’ youth academy.
