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Mnuchin Sees Long-Term Opportunity in Middle East

Why now

Thesis: Mnuchin flags Middle East long-term opportunity amid Iran uncertainty

Catalyst to watch: Sanctions on Chinese banks

Main risk: Short-term Iran-conflict uncertainty

Why it matters

Mnuchin flags short-term Iran-conflict uncertainty but long-term Middle East opportunity, and floats sanctions on Chinese banks, which could affect oil and financial flows.

Details

Former US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin says Middle East investment faces short-term uncertainty from the Iran conflict but argues the region remains attractive over the longer term. Mnuchin called for strict enforcement of sanctions on Iran, including potential action against Chinese banks, whi

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