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“Currently, China refines 68% of the world’s nickel, 40% of copper, 59% of lithium, and 73% of cobalt, and is continuing to expand its mining operations.” Visualizing China’s Cobalt Supply Dominance by 2030 [Visual Capitalist]
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The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) convened the 46th extraordinary meeting of the Ministerial Council in Kuwait to address ongoing events in the Syria and Lebanon. [more]
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Via Kristin Smith Diwan: The rapid downfall of the Assad dynasty in Syria has caught the Gulf Arab monarchies by surprise, much as everyone else. Understandably, their initial reaction was somewhat guarded and holding to general principles. All of the Gulf Arab states issued brief statements supporting the preservation of Syria’s government institutions and stability and unity of its people. The Gulf states, like states bordering Syria, are unlikely to escape the consequences of these seismic changes in the heart of the diverse Arab east. There are concerns about the potential for renewed civil strife or terrorism in Syria and the possibility of it spreading to neighboring states Iraq and Jordan. There are already calls for greater Gulf engagement to balance Turkey’s advances and moderate the emerging Syrian leadership. The foreign ministers of Qatar, the UAE, and Bahrain joined Saudi Arabia and the other states of the Arab Ministerial Contact Committee on Syria in Aqaba, where they issued a statement pledging more robust aid and support for the transitioning Syrian government while emphasizing the need for a comprehensive and inclusive national dialogue.
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in idtechwire.com: The Absher platform serves as a comprehensive digital gateway, enabling users to access various Ministry of Interior services through three main channels: Absher Individuals, Absher Business, and Absher Government. Users can interact with more than 500 government and private entities through the unified national access portal known as “Nafath.” The platform has evolved from its original focus on passport and civil status services to become an integral part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 digital transformation strategy. Operational data reveals that the Absher platform processed over 605,000 daily operations during the past year, demonstrating the system’s robust performance and widespread adoption. The Ministry of Interior has implemented advanced technical solutions to optimize service procedures and enhance user experiences. The improvements include AI-powered verification systems and cloud-based infrastructure that ensures 24/7 availability.
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Via Afshin Molavi in substack.com: Frankly, I don’t think it’s possible for anyone to understand the Dubai story – or even the broader UAE story – without a visit to Jebel Ali port. The visit might also make you re-think “the end of globalization” narrative that has attracted the attention of so many. Jebel Ali Port, in many ways, embodies the commercial spirit at the heart of Dubai, though the idea of the port was initially met with skepticism. When the late Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Ruler of Dubai, unveiled plans for Jebel Ali Port in the 1970s, critics dismissed it as a “white elephant,” fearing it would overshadow the recently opened Port Rashid, which had debuted in 1972. The Jebel Ali port sees 180+ shipping lines connecting it to more than 150 destinations across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Europe and the Americas. The Jebel Ali Free Zone hosts some 10,000 companies, engaged in trading, logistics or light manufacturing.
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Saudi Arabia's national teams who competed in international science and academic contests had tremendous success, winning 107 global awards across 25 events held between September...[via mawhiba.org]
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The Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation (SAMF) has launched the Next Saudi Generation Program to support and develop Saudi talent in motorsports. The program, conducted in...[via spa.gov]
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Speaking in an interview with China Media Group (CMG), Araghchi said that the newly restored Iranian-Saudi ties have a lot of potential that haven’t been...[via alarabiya.net]
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Milan forward Tammy Abraham has hailed the impact of the support in Riyadh as his side booked their place in the Supercoppa Italiana final. The Englishman...[via yahoo.com]
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The Saudi Arabian group SAVOLA has sold all its assets in Iran for 705 million Saudi riyals (approximately $188 million) and is exiting the country. SAVOLA,...[via iranfocus.com]
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Since Ronaldo's arrival in the SPL, the league has grown leaps and bounds. Players like Karim Benzema, Neymar, Riyad Mahrez, Sadio Mane, and...[By Apratim Banerjee via si.com]
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The Line 3 (Orange Line) covering Madinah Road would connect the east of Riyadh to its west, and extends from Jeddah Road in the west...[via saudigazette.com]
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On the back of the busiest sporting year Saudi Arabia has ever had, punctuated by news of the nation’s successful 2034 FIFA...[By Mark Lomas via alarabiya.net]
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The State Department approves the possible sale of 20 MK 54 MOD 0 Lightweight Torpedoes to Saudi Arabia for $78.5 million, according...[via alarabiya.net]
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Prince Faisal reiterated the Kingdom’s commitment to supporting Syria’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity while emphasizing efforts to achieve security, stability, and prosperity for the...[via eurasiareview.com]
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The Saudi Ministry of Interior’s Absher Business platform has introduced updated fees for seven services offered to establishments, according to Okaz newspaper. Among the changes,...[via gulfnews.com]
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Rising sea levels driven by the climate crisis will overwhelm many of the world’s biggest oil ports, analysis indicates. Thirteen of the ports with the...[By Damian Carrington via theguardian.com]
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Saudi officials have signed a preliminary deal this week to issue residential mortgage-backed securities, a first for the Gulf. The Saudi Real Estate Refinance Company (SRC),...[By Valentina Pasquali via agbi.com]
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Government employees were among 145 people arrested in Saudi Arabia over corruption charges last month. The country’s Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority (Nazaha) conducted 1,462 “oversight visits”...[By Gavin Gibbon via agbi.com]
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A wave of Israeli airstrikes hit Yemen's main airport Thursday just as the World Health Organization’s...[via go.com]
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Chinese dominance over critical minerals used in technologies like smartphones, electric vehicles (EVs), and solar power has become a growing concern for the U.S. and...[By Bruno Venditti via visualcapitalist.com]
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