A regional outlook for north africa has been released, although the exact date of the outlook is unclear, with some reports referencing april 8, 2026, and others mentioning june 17, 2026. The outlook appears to be related to economic issues in the region, with some reports indicating that conflict is affecting economies and highlighting the need for action to boost resilience and create jobs. The world bank has warned of rising economic fragility in the menaap region, and has also slashed its 2026 growth forecast for the middle east due to energy sector turmoil.