The forecast anticipates widespread deficits throughout China to diminish, though still continuing in northwestern and northern regions of the country. Southwestern regions can expect pockets of severe to exceptional surplus to endure.
Southeast Asia and the Pacific: Surplus continues in Malaysia, Laos, Cambodia
Central Asia & Russia: Deficits endure in W, SE Russia
Middle East: Deficits expand throughout Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Oman
Africa: Deficits persist in N, S Africa
The forecast anticipates exceptional deficits to dissipate central regions of the country, but persist in Algeria, Mali, Mauritania, and nearby western coastal regions. Regions of southeastern Africa are expected to observe surpluses of varying intensity, while southern countries such as South Africa, Namibia, and Zimbabwe should expect exceptional deficits to emerge.