Algeria20 Jan 2012 12:27 GMT
Despite favourable geography, Middle Eastern economies have not diversified or developed their private sectors.
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History has shown that elites share their power when faced with the prospect of losing it, as Egypt now shows.
Business & Economy13 Oct 2011 07:34 GMT
The region's dependence on natural resources has prevented the emergence of a strong private sector.
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