This study reviews current economic developments in the Middle East from 1955 to 1956. During 1955 and until October 1956, the main factors affecting the level of economic activity in the Middle-East originated within the region itself. Demand for the region's exports maintained its upward trend; most of this increase was accounted for by petroleum, but other products, notably cotton, also shared in the rise. Also, during the period under review, most countries experienced inflationary pressures.
1. Introduction -- 2. Agriculture -- 3. Industry -- 4. Petroleum -- 5. Fpreign trade -- 6. Monetary and fiscal changes and the price level -- 7. Preliminary review of the economic impact of the Suez Canal crisis on the Middle East.

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