Meloni to attend GCC summit in Bahrain as Italy deepens Gulf ties The summit is expected to focus on economic integration in the Gulf, but regional issues will likely loom just as large, including post-war Gaza and the conflict in Sudan. Bahrain
UAE showcases global AI ambitions with $1B Africa pledge at G20 The Gulf country is the world's top investor in Africa, with Emirati companies committing $100 billion to projects on the continent between 2019 and 2023, according to data from the Financial Times. United Arab Emirates
UAE pledges up to $50B for Canada during Carney's Abu Dhabi visit The agreement was signed by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Friday, during the former’s official visit to Abu Dhabi. United Arab Emirates
Syria signs deals with ConocoPhillips, Novaterra Energy: What to know Syria signed a memorandum of understanding with US energy companies ConocoPhillips and Novaterra Energy to develop and explore gas fields as Damascus works to revive the country’s battered natural gas sector. Syria
Analysis Morocco's UN-backed Western Sahara plan offers investors some reassurance By Jack Dutton In Bristol, reporting on regional business, climate change, AI, tech
Egypt announces Kharga as first green city ahead of COP27 summit Egypt, which is hosting the COP27 climate summit in Sharm El-Sheikh in November, is seeking to attract more tourists by marketing eco-tourism. Egypt
Saudi Arabia’s ACWA Power to develop wind project in Egypt Wind power is slowly growing in the Middle East and North Africa, including in the oil-rich Gulf. Legacy: Gulf
Egypt, France boost cooperation ahead of COP27 Egypt and France are boosting their bilateral cooperation, especially with respect to temperature-tolerant and sustainable crops, in the midst of Egypt's preparations to hold the COP27 conference at the end of this year. Egypt
Sharm el-Sheikh gets $7 million to become green city for COP27 The Egyptian government, the UN Development Programme and the Global Environment Facility are aiming to transform Sharm el-Sheikh into a green city in the lead-up to the international climate conference in November. Egypt
Israeli energy minister inks deal to export gas to Europe via Egypt Energy Minister Karine Elharrar hailed the signature this morning of a trilateral memorandum of understanding between Israel, Egypt and the European Union on the export of natural gas as a historic event. Israel
European Commission head in Israel for talks on energy, natural gas Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and Energy Minister Karin Elharar discussed with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen possibilities for cooperation on exporting Israeli natural gas via Egypt to Europe. Israel
Maritime dispute with Lebanon threatens Israeli natural gas drilling Israel hopes that a solution can be found to the maritime border dispute with Lebanon so Energean can start drilling in the Karish field in the third quarter of 2022. Israel
UAE continues renewable energy push with Azerbaijan deal The two countries will work to develop power from wind, solar and green hydrogen sources. Legacy: Gulf
Egypt grants new incentives to foreign investors The Egyptian government announced the granting of a special license to foreign investments in three specific fields, which expedites procedures to implement projects, as part of efforts to revive the ailing economy in the country. Egypt
Analysis Explainer: Waste-to-energy plant opens in UAE Masdar's new facility in the Emirati city of Sharjah will burn garbage to produce electricity. Some observers believe the process is relatively harmful to the environment due to its carbon emissions, but others say it is a good way to reduce landfill waste. By Adam Lucente In New York City, reporting on regional news, militancy, climate change
Israeli legislator promotes cooperation with Palestinians on climate Knesset committee chair Emilie Moatti is hosting meetings on cooperation with Palestinians in the fields of water treatment, climate change, agriculture and environmental protection. Israel
Morocco to ramp up green hydrogen production While the industry is still in its infancy, the need to develop sustainable energy sources is becoming more pressing for the country. Morocco
