Economy

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  Economy

  2022-02-03

  Iran-backed militias paving way for China's economic takeover of Iraq

  By creating a hostile climate for investment in Iraq, Iran-backed militias have been attempting to clear the way for Chinese investment, but Iraqi citizens are pushing back.

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  Economy

  2022-01-28

  US sanctions Hizbullah financiers 'in solidarity with Lebanese people'

  The latest sanctions targeted Hizbullah financiers and money launderers who have placed the party's interests ahead of those of Lebanon.

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  Economy

  2022-01-26

  Lebanese face a cold winter without mazout

  Between the lifting of the subsidy on mazout and Hizbullah's large-scale campaign of smuggling fuel to Syria, the Lebanese are left to fend off the bitter cold with firewood.

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  Economy

  2022-01-19

  China's deal to build 1,000 schools in Iraq sparks worries about long-term consequences

  While China's deal with Iraq to build desperately needed schools appears to be a positive step, Iraqis fear China will exploit the situation to gain a bigger foothold in the Iraqi economy.

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  Economy

  2022-01-12

  USAID helps al-Raqa women farmers revive their lands

  USAID is providing more than 150 women with the technical know-how and the tools to rehabilitate their dormant, war-damaged fields and become self sufficient.

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  Economy

  2022-01-11

  Chinese projects in Iraq provoke increasing resentment among locals

  A recent attack on a Chinese oil services company in Dhi Qar is a manifestation of public unease over China's economic incursion.

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  Economy

  2022-01-05

  Amid rising inflation, many in Yemen subsist on 1 meal a day

  The situation has gone from bad to worse for many people in Yemen, with residents of displacement camps hit especially hard.

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  Economy

  2021-12-30

  As China enters Iran's housing market, regime-linked entities look to profit

  Three institutions that are directly managed by Iranian leader Ali Khamenei's office will be carrying out the massive construction work funded by China.

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  Economy

  2021-12-14

  Raisi signals priorities in draft budget with 240% hike in IRGC funding

  The first draft of Iran's budget for the upcoming fiscal year shows a sharp increase in IRGC funding and higher taxes for the Iranian people.

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  Economy

  2021-12-07

  Oman, Saudi Arabia enter 'new era' of economic co-operation

  The Gulf neighbours signed deals worth $13 billion in all economic sectors, from renewable energy and tourism to finance and technology.