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Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the Tunisian economy or specific sectors within it. Core Insights - The Tunisian economy grew by 1.4 percent in 2024, recovering from zero growth in 2023, but remains below pre-Covid levels, indicating a divergence from regional peers [18] - The current account deficit (CAD) decreased to 1.7 percent of GDP in 2024, down from 2.3 percent in 2023, easing some pressure on external financing needs [19] - Domestic financing of public debt has increased significantly, raising concerns about the sovereign-banking nexus and its potential impact on the credit market [21] - Inflation moderated to 5.6 percent in April 2025, aligning with pre-Covid averages, although food inflation remains higher at 7.3 percent [23] - The budget deficit decreased from 6.3 percent of GDP in 2023 to 5.8 percent in 2024, but tax revenues underperformed due to limited economic activity [24] - Future growth is projected at 1.9 percent in 2025, assuming improved rainfall and a recovery in the manufacturing sector, but risks remain elevated [25][26] - Improved port connectivity and trade facilitation could yield significant economic gains, potentially increasing GDP by 4-5 percent within 3-4 years [27][28] Recent Economic Developments - The economy's growth was driven by a partial recovery in agriculture and tourism, but hindered by challenges in oil, mining, and manufacturing sectors [18] - The trade deficit widened by 10.9 percent in 2024, remaining stable at 11.4 percent of GDP, with a significant deterioration in early 2025 [19] - Tunisia's reliance on domestic sources for external financing is increasing, with the Central Bank authorized to lend up to 7 billion dinars (4.1 percent of GDP) to the government in 2025 [20] - The share of domestic debt in total debt rose from 29.7 percent in 2019 to 53.8 percent in 2024, indicating a shift in financing dynamics [21] Inflation and Budgetary Pressure - Inflation has moderated, with food prices remaining a concern due to supply constraints and seasonal demand [23] - The budget continues to face pressure, with a decline in the wage bill and limited growth in public expenditures impacting overall fiscal health [24][36] Future Outlook - Moderate growth is expected in 2025-2027, with significant downside risks related to trade uncertainty and external financing conditions [25][26] - Enhancements in port infrastructure and trade facilitation are critical for leveraging Tunisia's strategic location and improving economic performance [27][28]

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry or the World Bank Group's activities in the UAE Core Insights - Stakeholders in the UAE have shown an increasingly positive attitude towards the World Bank Group (WBG), with significant improvements in perceptions of its effectiveness and relevance since the FY18 survey [15][19] - Skills development and climate change are identified as top priorities for the WBG's focus in the UAE, with a notable increase in emphasis on health, gender equity, and digital infrastructure compared to previous years [22][23] Summary by Sections Overall Attitudes Toward the World Bank Group - In FY24, stakeholders rated the WBG's effectiveness in helping the UAE achieve development results at 7.9, a significant improvement from FY18 [15][16] - Familiarity with the WBG and its alignment with development priorities also received higher ratings compared to FY18, although these improvements did not reach statistical significance [15][19] World Bank Group's Support for Development Areas - Approximately 50% of respondents identified skills development as the primary area for WBG focus, with climate change increasing in importance by 13% since FY18 [22] - Health, gender equity, and digital infrastructure development have seen a significant rise in priority among stakeholders [23] Effectiveness of the WBG's Sectoral Support - The WBG's support for debt sustainability received the highest effectiveness ratings, followed by agriculture and food security, and health [27][28] - Perceptions of effectiveness have improved across all areas compared to FY18, although these differences did not reach statistical significance [27] World Bank Group's Engagement on the Ground in the UAE - Respondents rated the WBG as a long-term partner and flexible in adapting to changing circumstances, with mean ratings improving since FY18 [32][33] - Collaboration with the federal government was rated as the most effective, with calls for increased collaboration with academia and the private sector [35][38] World Bank Group's Knowledge Work - The WBG's advisory services and knowledge products were considered the most valuable, with 67% of respondents having utilized its knowledge work [43][46] - Satisfaction with the quality of advisory services has increased, with significant improvements noted in the perception of the WBG's contribution to development results [47][49] The Future Role of the World Bank Group in the UAE - Respondents emphasized the need for the WBG to focus on national-level studies, climate change adaptation, and collaboration with various stakeholders to enhance its effectiveness [51][52][53] Communication and Outreach - Direct contact with WBG staff and events were the preferred channels for communication, with 52% of respondents recalling recent interactions with the WBG [58][60] - Economic forecasts and research on human capital and climate change were frequently recalled topics [63][65]

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry or the World Bank Group's activities in Saudi Arabia Core Insights - The World Bank Group (WBG) is perceived as a relevant development partner in Saudi Arabia, with stakeholders recognizing its alignment with the country's development priorities and effectiveness in achieving results [18][20][21] - Education is identified as the top priority area for WBG's focus, followed by private sector development and skills development [25][26] - Stakeholders express a desire for increased collaboration between the WBG and the private sector, as well as academia, to enhance development outcomes [36][37] Summary by Sections Overall Attitudes Toward the World Bank Group - Stakeholders generally view the WBG positively regarding its alignment with Saudi Arabia's development priorities and its effectiveness in shaping development policy [18][19] - Familiarity with the WBG is notably low among respondents, indicating a need for improved outreach and communication [21] World Bank Group's Support for Development Areas - Approximately 40% of respondents prioritize education as the key area for WBG's resource allocation, with private sector development and skills development also highlighted [25][26] World Bank Group's Engagement on the Ground in Saudi Arabia - The WBG is seen as a long-term partner, with high ratings for openness and flexibility, but lower ratings for accessibility and responsiveness [29][30] - Collaboration with the national government is perceived as the most effective, while engagement with civil society and media is rated lower [33][34] World Bank Group's Knowledge Work - Advisory services and knowledge products are considered the most valuable contributions of the WBG to Saudi Arabia [41][42] - There is a call for increased availability of advisory services and better alignment of knowledge work with the local context [44][45] The Future Role of the World Bank Group in Saudi Arabia - Respondents suggest that the WBG should focus on key development areas and enhance collaboration with local experts to improve effectiveness [49][50] - Increased engagement with the private sector and civil society is also recommended to foster better partnerships [50] Communication and Outreach - Direct contact with WBG staff and events are preferred channels for communication, with a significant portion of respondents recalling recent information about the WBG through social media [54][56] - The WBG's economic forecasts and research on poverty and human capital are among the most recalled topics [59][60]