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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.

Brazilian meatpacker JBS said its Seara brand generated USD 500 million in revenue in the Middle East last year, as the company participated in the Saudi Food Show in Saudi Arabia earlier this week. The company operates factories and is making significant investments in the country.