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Although the economy is still faring better than others in North Africa, public discontent has increased. Significant segments of the population, especially in rural areas, are…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB238752
ISSN: 2633-304X
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MOROCCO: Coalition government may not survive boycott
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-ES235290
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There have been protracted negotiations following strikes by teachers last year. Concerns over continued disruption to education and possible contagion to other sectors are…
Pheu Thai remains under the influence of its founder Thaksin Shinawatra, Paetongtarn’s father and a former prime minister (2001-06). On August 19, the Criminal Court said the next…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB289135
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A major goal of Vision 2030, the kingdom’s strategic development framework, is to address persistently high levels of unemployment, especially amongst young people. Although…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB274315
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Prospects for the Middle East and North Africa to end-2016
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB211920
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The government is suffering a wave of popular anger after its austerity programme caused days of countrywide protests. Changing ministers is a standard royal method to deflect…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB235249
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The economy faces chronic problems of low growth, joblessness and declining living standards, resulting in periodic protests. Its heavy dependence on foreign aid, especially from…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB280803
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The national housing deficit is estimated at 1.5 million homes, rising rapidly given the country's youthful demographic profile. This is an important government policy target…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB230588
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Healthcare pressures in Australia.