5 Poorest Arab Countries

In this article, we are going to list the 5 poorest Arab countries. For a detailed coverage of this topic please take a look at 10 Poorest Arab Countries.

5. Comoros

Total GDP per capita of the country (2022): $1,484.9

Comoros is vulnerable to external shocks as the country suffers from global food and fuel price instability. The economic foundations are fragile and corruption is a big problem in the country. The lack of transparency in the public sector is another issue that disrupts growth in the sector. Comoros is ranked fifth on our list of the poorest Arab countries. 

4. Sudan

Total GDP per capita of the country (2022): $1,102.1

Sudan is located in a strategic place, sharing borders with seven countries. Sudan’s economy is largely dependent on its hydrocarbon sources. However, the country hasn’t been able to stabilize its economy due to internal conflicts since its independence. Sudan is ranked among the poorest Arab countries. 

3. Yemen

Total GDP per capita of the country (2022): $676.9

The war on Yemen has devastated its economy as the country is facing one of the worst humanitarian crises in the world. The declining economy has led to severe food insecurity and poor living infrastructure. Yemen is one of the poorest countries in the world and is ranked third on our list of the poorest Arab countries. 

2. Syria

Total GDP per capita of the country (2020): $537.2

Syria has been in conflict for over a decade, which has badly affected the country’s economy. The government controls both the private and public sectors. Syria is ranked among the poorest Arab countries as its economy continues to struggle.

1. Somalia

Total GDP per capita of the country (2022): $461.8

Somalia’s backbone is its agriculture sector, however, the country heavily relies on livestock raising. Somalia has faced five consecutive seasons of poor rains and the country is going through severe drought conditions. Somalia is ranked first on our list of the poorest Arab countries.

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