Middle East & Africa

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Lifestyles of the Rich and Infamous: The Rise and Fall of Jho Low

A new book by Wall Street Journal reporters Bradley Hope and Tom Wright details the lavish life of Malaysian financier Jho Low, mastermind of the 1MDB sovereign wealth fund scandal.

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What Can an Ancient General Teach Us About Modern Leadership?

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Few military leaders hold as much allure for historians as Hannibal. Archaeologist Patrick N. Hunt writes in his new book that much of his success came from strong finances.

Will Protests in Iran Pave the Way for Economic Changes?

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Iran’s embattled government may respond to recent protests with populist measures -- but those will not necessarily create more jobs, experts say.

Why Mobile Banking Will Replace Bank Branches

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As customers opt for convenience, the number of bank branches could decline by 50% to 75%, say BankMobile co-founders Jay Sidhu and Luvleen Sidhu.

The Jerusalem Controversy: What It Means for the Region’s Economies

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The Arab economies are overly reliant on oil and need to diversify, while Trump’s Jerusalem move is a needless irritant, say experts from Wharton and Johns Hopkins.

How Global Pharma Players Can Gain Traction in Africa

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In order to take advantage of Africa’s rapidly growing market for pharmaceuticals, global players must focus on the unique characteristics of African health care systems that can drive scale.

Why Shimon Peres’s Life Had ‘No Room for Small Dreams’

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Shimon Peres's son, Chemi, discusses his father's memoir, notably his vision for peace in the Middle East.

Shedding Light on Kerosene Use in Developing Nations

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New Wharton research looks at why kerosene is used widely in countries with undeveloped electricity grids – and why innovative alternatives aren’t gaining traction.

Why Developing Israel’s Leviathan Gas Field Is a Mammoth Task

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When crude prices were high, Israel’s Leviathan natural gas field had everything going for it. Now, it needs a market.

Is There a Match for Tech Between China and Israel?

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Israel is famous for its tech prowess. China has deep pockets and is a tech innovator in areas like financial payments. Is there a match in the making?

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