Conflict Hits MENAAP Economies, Underscoring Need for Action to Boost Resilience, Create Jobs
April 08, 2026
April 08, 2026
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The World Bank issued the following news release:
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Conflict Hits MENAAP Economies, Underscoring Need for Action to Boost Resilience, Create Jobs
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WASHINGTON, Apr. 8, 2026 -The latest conflict in the Middle East has taken a serious and immediate economic toll on countries in the surrounding region. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz and destruction of energy and public infrastructure have disrupted markets, increase . . .
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Conflict Hits MENAAP Economies, Underscoring Need for Action to Boost Resilience, Create Jobs
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WASHINGTON, Apr. 8, 2026 -The latest conflict in the Middle East has taken a serious and immediate economic toll on countries in the surrounding region. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz and destruction of energy and public infrastructure have disrupted markets, increase . . .