Middle East and AfricaEritreaEritrea’s development will remain hampered by macroeconomic imbalances and an authoritarian regime that is highly suspicious of outside influences. Real GDP will rise gradually in 2024-25, helped by the construction of the Colluli potash project, but outside the mining sector there will be little investment, owing to a difficult and obstructive operating environment. Security risks remain elevated, given the ongoing civil conflict in neighbouring Ethiopia.Understand political and economic developments, regulations and market conditions in Eritrea with EIU’s award-winning forecasts, analysis and data. Whether you are involved in business strategy development, investment or risk management, our solutions provide you with extensive country intelligence to move your business forward. Enquire now
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