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Lebanon’s GDP growth to slow to 1.7 percent in 2018 due to political instability. (Shutterstock)

August 28th, 2018 - 10:14 GMT

GDP Growth to Drop in 2018 Due to Political Instability in Lebanon

The Economist Intelligence Unit predicts Lebanon’s GDP growth to slow to 1.7 percent in 2018 due to political instability, potential military conflict and tax changes.

Vienna Skyline with St. Stephen's Cathedral, Vienna, Austria. (Shutterstock/ File Photo)

August 15th, 2018 - 09:00 GMT

Vienna Earns First Place in 'World Most livable Cities' Index

Reflecting the UAE's zero-tolerance for illicit trade, government bodies in the UAE seize fake goods worth billions of dirhams every year in their campaigns against illicit trade.(Khaleej Times)

June 13th, 2018 - 07:12 GMT

The Economist: UAE Ranks 34th in Combating Illicit Trade

The problem lies in the low income residents receive, according to Irsheid. (Shutterstock)

May 29th, 2018 - 08:06 GMT

Amman Ranked Most Expensive Arab City, 28th Worldwide

Amman is ranked as the most expensive city in the Arab world according to "Worldwide Cost of Living Survey", by the Economist Intelligence Unit. (Shutterstock/ File Photo)

May 29th, 2018 - 07:48 GMT

Amman Tops 'Most Expensive Arab City' Survey, Ranks 28th Worldwide

The index reflected an increase in “petty corruption” among some public servants, suggesting that corruption is no longer limited to those with influence and power. (Shutterstock)

January 26th, 2017 - 08:00 GMT