Reese Erlich
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In Tunisia, more democracy but still much poverty
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Reese Erlich
Apr 12, 2012
More than a year after the revolt that toppled Tunisia’s ruler, Zine al Abidine Ben Ali, discontent is rising because of poverty and unemployment.
Businessman singled out by Syrian protesters
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Reese Erlich
Dec 6, 2011
Rami Makhlouf is the owner the successful cell phone company Syriatel -- and cousin of President Bashar al-Assad. That relation has made the businessman and his company the target of Syrian protesters.
Business divided on Assad
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Reese Erlich
Nov 3, 2011
After seven months of upheaval, Syria's top businesses remain loyal to the government, but small business owners are split.
In Gaza, real estate is at a premium
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Reese Erlich
Jul 6, 2011
Despite continuing political uncertainty, Gaza's economy has improved and real estate prices are buoyant.
Israeli blockade upheld at Gaza border
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Reese Erlich
Jun 28, 2011
Egypt recently opened the Rafah Gate along its Gaza border to limited access, but Israel is continuing to restrict imports and exports.