The evolving dynamics of Asia-Middle East relations during the energy transition
Exploring the strategic shift in Asia-Middle East relations amid evolving global energy dynamics and economic opportunities.
Hidemitsu Kibe
April 29, 2024
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How to finance the transition to climate-smart agriculture
A shift towards regenerative agriculture can improve our ecosystems. But farmers need support to change their practices via access to better funding models.
Greg Goodwin and John Stackhouse
April 29, 2024
Governments could be the gateway to industrial electrification and a sustainable future
Governments are key gateways to a sustainable future by effectively taxing and subsidizing energy and influencing industrial electrification.
Jan Rosenow, Cristina Oyón, Natalia Zabolotnikova and Xabier Mugarza Zorriqueta
April 29, 2024
Is the world replacing oil dependency with critical minerals?
Growing dependency on critical minerals for the energy transition is leading to anxieties over continuing supply and the geopolitical influence they bestow
David Victor and Joisa Saraiva
April 29, 2024
We need to kickstart growth – but this time, it must work for all
In a world marked by unpredictable geopolitics and geoeconomics, we need to restart the economic growth engine and build a new economic model for all.
Saadia Zahidi
April 29, 2024
These sectors are suitable for remote working digital jobs
The growth in remote working digital jobs can close skills gaps – but there will be challenges, according to the latest World Economic Forum white paper.
Elselot Hasselaar
April 29, 2024
Day 2 #SpecialMeeting24: Key insights and what to know
The World Economic Forum's Special Meeting on Global Collaboration, Growth and Energy for Development takes place in Saudi Arabia from 28-29 April 2024.
Gayle Markovitz
April 28, 2024
Dozens of energy ministers are gathering at the #SpecialMeeting24. Here’s what they're saying
Energy ministers from around the world are gathering for the World Economic Forum’s Special Meeting on Global Collaboration, Growth and Energy for Development. Here's what they're saying.
Spencer Feingold
April 28, 2024
The future of learning: How AI is revolutionizing education 4.0
AI is revolutionizing education 4.0, enhancing human-led teaching, promoting equity and preparing students to use and innovate with AI for future work.
Tanya Milberg
April 28, 2024
A new economic partnership is emerging between Africa and the Gulf states
In the last 10 years the GCC has invested over $100 billion in Africa. This new economic partnership continues to grow — and is proving a win for both blocs.
Chido Munyati
April 28, 2024
The climate crisis and growing populations are straining global food security. But AI and agritech services can positively impact more than half a billion farmers.
Pooja Chhabria and Michelle Meineke
April 28, 2024
These 5 megatrends will shape the Gulf and beyond over the next 25 years
Today, decades since the UAE's oil discovery changed the Gulf's fortunes, these five megatrends herald another economic renaissance in the Gulf and beyond.
Ahmed Galal Ismail
April 28, 2024
Middle-power leadership is moving the global agenda forward. Here's how
Middle powers are not global superpowers but are playing an outsized role in moving the global agenda forward thanks to their inclusive approach.
Børge Brende
April 28, 2024
Towards a Saudi blueprint for a robust quantum economy
The quantum economy holds great promise in fields ranging from healthcare to energy and beyond. Here's how we ensure that potential is realized equitably.
Jeremy Jurgens, Basma AlBuhairan and Arunima Sarkar
April 28, 2024