An increase in food prices following the coronavirus pandemic has intensified concerns related to global food security. For emerging markets, this has further underlined the importance of regional...
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Economic Update | Covid-19 and food security: can emerging economies mitigate rising prices?
10 Feb 2021
Economic View | Bassel Gamal, Group CEO, Qatar Islamic Bank
8 Feb 2021
Economic Update | Covid-19 and medical tourism: is a recovery on the cards?
4 Feb 2021
Prior to the outbreak of coronavirus, medical tourism was a significant growth industry in many emerging economies. While the pandemic represented a major setback for the segment, there are signs...
Economic Update | Will Covid-19 unleash a new generation of digital nomads?
3 Feb 2021
With Covid-19 facilitating the widespread adoption of remote working practices, some emerging markets are seeking to attract digital nomads through a series of incentives and special visas.
Economic Update | Has Covid-19 prompted the Belt and Road Initiative to go green?
28 Jan 2021
Following a year of coronavirus-related disruptions, China appears to be placing a greater focus on sustainable, digital and health-related projects in its flagship Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
Economic Update | Is the Covid-19 slump over for carmakers in emerging markets?
21 Jan 2021
The global automotive industry took a significant hit last year on the back of a Covid-19-related slump in activity. However, a more positive global outlook is set to boost demand, boding well for...
