World Bank Slashes 2026 Middle East Growth Forecast After Energy Sector Turmoil
GCC growth forecast cut to 1.3% for 2026 due to lower hydrocarbon revenues Kuwait and Qatar economies expected to contract this year World Bank warns of lingering risks for the region DUBAI, April 8…
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