As China-Gulf relations deepen, here are 3 key sectors for growth
2024年4月10日 · “Gulf countries are very proactive in tackling climate change and possess tremendous potential in the renewable energy market, as well as considerable capabilities in technological innovation,” says Gao Jifan, chairman and chief executive officer of Trina Solar, a leading Chinese solar energy company.
Africa and the Gulf states: A new economic partnership
2024年4月28日 · Over the last decade GCC countries have collectively invested over $100 billion in Africa. The UAE has invested $59.4 billion. Saudi Arabia and Qatar have invested $25.6 billion and $7.2 billion respectively. Notably, during this period, the UAE has been the fourth largest foreign direct investor in Africa, behind China, the EU and the United ...
Gulf floods remind us that climate mitigation cannot wait
2024年5月1日 · Severe rainstorms and floods swamped the Gulf countries, including UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Oman in April. In Dubai, most of the rain fell on Monday, the 15th of April, and exceeded all previous records of daily rainfall in the last 75 years, when records began. At least 20 people died in Oman and four died in the UAE.
Why the Gulf region can play a key role in global economy
2023年1月11日 · The Gulf countries are also well positioned for a pivotal role in the global energy transition. They are showing leadership in areas such as the circular carbon economy, while boosting efficiency across the oil and gas value chains. But at the same time, they are embracing the transition through national clean energy and net-zero targets.
These 5 megatrends will shape the future of the Gulf and beyond
2024年4月28日 · Gulf Arab states are building a future that aligns with global climate goals, having laid down an institutional framework aimed at climate change mitigation. Moreover, the hosting of back-to-back Conferences of the Parties (COP) in Egypt and UAE has amplified the Arab voice in the global climate change narrative.
Why Gulf countries need to invest in renewable energy?
2017年5月15日 · The oil rich Gulf must invest in renewable energy to meet their electricity demands in the future. By diversifying the energy mix, the Gulf countries will have multiple benefits like freeing up hydrocarbon resources for export, fostering economic diversification, accelerating strategically vital job creation, and reducing carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.
3 key digital drivers for SMEs in the Gulf - The World Economic …
2022年5月18日 · Across the Arabian Gulf, countries have made bold plans to diversify and grow the economy. A common thread is the need to nurture small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as an engine of long-term growth, economic diversity, and social stability.
How industrialisation could future-proof MENA’s Gulf economies
2021年6月28日 · The company owns four ports that run 200 weekly maritime services to 40 countries, serving as a commercial gateway from Asia to the Middle East and Africa. Through Asyad’s leadership, Al-Hatmi hopes Oman will be one of the world’s top 10 logistics hubs by 2040.
How can the Gulf's health systems adapt to a changing world?
2022年1月20日 · The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries have been playing catch up with the more developed world for decades, despite making notable strides in these areas. The GCC's demographics have been signalling the dire need for intervention – as evidenced by a growing and ageing population, the prevalence of lifestyle diseases, the need for ...
China and the Gulf's economic ties are about more than oil | World ...
2023年8月14日 · Total trade between China and the whole of the Middle East and North Africa reached $505 billion in 2022 – increasing 76% times over 10 years. Total trade between China and the Gulf countries alone increased three times in the same period.