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Djibouti At-A-Glance

Djibouti is a small country in which more than 23% of the population lives in extreme poverty. With less than 1,000 km2 of arable land (0.04% of 23,200 km2) and an average annual rainfall of 5.1 inches, Djibouti has a chronic food deficit and is totally dependent on imports to meet its food needs. As such, it is highly sensitive to external shocks such as spikes in food and fuel prices and natural dis...

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    Joint Resident Representative of the ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ Group, Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan region (MENAAP)

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    • MENA Economic Update April 2025 (english)
      Apr 23, 2025

      The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is expected to grow moderately at 2.6 percent in 2025 ¡ª a forecast that is shrouded in uncertainty given the rapidly changing global environment as well as ongoing conflicts ...

    • Djibouti Digital Economy Diagnostic
      May 14, 2024

      The report examines the challenges and opportunities within the digital landscape, underscores the significance of developing digital infrastructure, and highlights the necessary digital skills for socio-economic ...

    • Djibouti Human Capital Review
      Feb 13, 2024

      Djibouti Human Capital Review

      Increasing investment in the early years is the best investment Djibouti can make in building its human capital and laying the foundations for the future well-being and productivity of its children and citizens.

    • Djibouti Beyond the Ports and Bases: A Path to Prosperity for All
      Jan 30, 2024

      As Djibouti embarks on its second phase of development, it is crucial to ensure that the benefits of growth are felt by all segments of society. To achieve this, three critical priorities have been identified in the ...

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