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COP16, the UN’s biodiversity summit in Colombia, brings together global leaders to safeguard ecosystems, aiming to halt biodiversity loss by 2030 under the Kunming-Montreal Biodiversity Framework.

Italy aims to become a key hydrogen hub, facilitating the transfer of hydrogen from North Africa to Europe, Environment Minister Fratin announced at the Venice Hydrogen Forum.

Austria reduced CO2 emissions by 350,000 tonnes in the first half of 2024, with decreased vehicle use and lower diesel consumption driving this environmental milestone.

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed attended a special dinner in Moscow hosted by Vladimir Putin, further strengthening UAE-Russian relations during an official visit with high-level discussions.

The UAE is projected to see GDP growth of 3.3% in 2024 and 4.1% in 2025, driven by a robust non-oil sector, according to the World Bank’s latest MENA Economic Update released today.

Etihad Airways will operate daily flights to Düsseldorf and Copenhagen from October 1, 2025, enhancing UAE-Europe connectivity. Düsseldorf adds four weekly flights; Copenhagen adds three. This expansion offers greater flexibility and strengthens European ties.

AI will replace tasks rather than jobs, said Stanford professor Dr. Erik Brynjolfsson at the Global Future Councils in Dubai, urging policymakers to prioritize AI’s role in job augmentation.

The European Commission has announced a €25 million fund to support voluntary return programs for non-EU nationals, aiming to enhance reintegration and improve member states’ return capacities.

India’s TRAI signed an MoU with Saudi Arabia’s CST to collaborate on communications and space technology, strengthening bilateral ties and advancing telecom and space sector regulations.

Russia’s GDP grew by 4.2% in the first eight months of 2024, driven by expanding international trade and stronger economic partnerships with ‘friendly’ nations.