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China’s ¥1.2 Trillion Tibet Dam Ignites Global Metals Rally

Aimed at powering growth and cutting emissions, China’s mega-dam is set to supercharge demand for steel, copper, and key industrial metals, reshaping supply chain priorities for miners, manufacturers, and policymakers alike.

August, 2025

Business

Iran and Armenia Power Up for Regional Growth

The completion of a 270-kilometer, 400 kV power transmission line between Iran and Armenia, stretching through Armenia’s mountainous and forested terrain is the longest transmission line in the country and is expected to facilitate a more efficient and stable exchange of electricity between Iran and Armenia.

December, 2024

Business

Kuwait Endorses Iraq’s USD 17 Billion Road Infrastructure Project at COP29

At the recent United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, Kuwait's Crown Prince, H.H. Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, reaffirmed his nation’s support for Iraq’s landmark road infrastructure project, promising 100,000 jobs for the duration of the project.

December, 2024

Business

Renewable Energy is Africa’s Path to Economic Transformation

At the recent African Utility Week and Power Africa conference, UN Secretary-General António Guterres emphasises the need for Africa to embrace renewable energy as a foundation for its economic and environmental transformation.

November, 2024

Business

Hassana and EIG Sign MoU on Energy Transition Projects in KSA

Collaboration aims to advance selected green energy transition projects in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the rest of the region with EIG’s targeted USD 1 billion dedicated regional fund.

November, 2024

Business

EDB Hosts Gateway Gulf Investor Forum in Bahrain

Bahrain is set to host the second edition of the Gateway Gulf Investor Forum at the Four Seasons Hotel in Bahrain Bay this week.

November, 2024

Business

Nakeel Awards AED 5 Billion in Construction Contracts

Nakeel, a subsidiary of Dubai Holding Real Estate, awards three major contracts to the value of AED 5 billion for the construction of luxury villas on the first six fronds of Palm Jebel Ali Dubai.

October, 2024

Business

Egypt’s Ras El Hekma Megaproject Hits Major Milestone

The President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and President of the Arab Republic of Egypt His Excellency Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, ADQ, an Abu Dhabi-based investment and holding company, appointed Modon Holding PSC as the master developer for the Ras El Hekma megaproject at this month’s signing ceremony in Egypt.

October, 2024

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CulturalAugust, 2025

The K-Drama That Triggered South Koreans

In gun-free South Korea, a bold K-drama, Trigger, has stirred robust debate about weapons and norms within Korean civil society.

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EconomyAugust, 2025

KSA’s 6 Billion Investment in Syria as Regional Diplomacy Realigns

With USD 6.4 billion in fresh deals, the Kingdom is staking its claim on Syria’s future and sending a clear message: Arab-led recovery is back in focus.

BusinessAugust, 2025

KUN’s 50 Million Aims to Accelerate Stablecoin Adoption Amid Hong Kong’s Regulatory Surge

KUN’s recent Series A $50 million funding round signals a pivotal moment for stablecoins, ushering in a new era of regulated, efficient, and cross-border digital payments across Asia.

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EconomyOctober, 2024

Egypt Allocates 5% of Land to People Living with Disabilities

Community Alert! Egypt Minister of Housing, Utilities, and Urban Communities Engineer Sherif Ismail announces the allocation of 5% of the total plots offered within twenty new cities for people living with disabilities or their primary carers.

SportJune, 2024

WRC Announces Ten-Year Agreement with Saudi Arabia

The World Rally Championship officially announces a groundbreaking ten-year agreement with Saudi Arabia, securing the Middle Eastern nation's position on the FIA World Rally Championship calendar from 2025.

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