The Middle East is reliant on its vast oil reserves and will continue to be so for some time to come. With its vast oil reserves the region sits atop massive wealth however, income inequality has been a persistent feature of the region.

The region is set to benefit for some time to come with the increased demand for oil, driven by the economic emergence of China and India. The increasing flow of wealth to the region will create demands for greater distribution of wealth within the region along with investment opportunities.

Encompasses countries of the general Middle East region including Egypt, Iran, Syria and Lebanon.