The Middle East in the Eyes of the IMF: Unveiling the Region's Economic & Investment Landscape
This book offers a unique and authoritative perspective on the economic realities of key Middle Eastern countries, drawing insights from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). It provides a nuanced and comprehensive analysis of the challenges and opportunities facing each nation, leveraging the IMF's in-depth Article IV Consultation reports.

Journey through Diverse Economic Models:
From the oil-rich Gulf states to the emerging economies of the Levant, the book explores a diverse range of economic models. Discover:

Diversification efforts: Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE, and Oman's journey beyond oil dependence.
Fiscal consolidation strategies: Kuwait, Iraq and Egypt's balancing act between debt reduction and social spending.
Structural reforms: Turkey and Jordan's pursuit of enhanced competitiveness and job creation.
Resilience and transformation: Cyprus leveraging its EU membership and strategic location for economic diversification.
More Than Just Data and Prescriptions:

This book is a narrative of transformation, resilience, and opportunity. Through the IMF's lens, gain a deeper understanding of:The forces shaping the economic destinies of these nations.
The challenges they face and the choices they make.
The potential they hold as they navigate global change.

An Invitation to Explore:
"The Middle East in the Eyes of the IMF" is an invitation to explore the region's complex economic & investment landscape, understand its intricacies, and appreciate the remarkable journeys these countries are undertaking.

Disclaimer: This book excludes economies where recent tensions have escalated or where recent IMF staff consultation reports are unavailable.