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A UN report on the World Economic Situation and Prospects (Mid-2026) states that the crisis in West Asia is weighing on the global economy by slowing growth and causing price increases.

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What
A UN report on the World Economic Situation and Prospects (Mid-2026) states that the crisis in West Asia is weighing on the global economy by slowing growth and causing price increases.
When
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:38:02 GMT · 2h 52m ago
Where
West Asia, United States ·
Why
The ongoing crisis in West Asia is identified as the cause of slowing global growth, rising inflation, and higher energy prices.
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The West Asia crisis is projected to slow global GDP growth to 2.5% in 2026, 0.2 percentage points lower than earlier estimates, and increase inflation in developed and developing countries due to higher fuel and import costs.

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