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PolicyMiddle East

Hong Kong Industrial Fuel Costs Surge 50% Amid Middle East Conflict, Subsidy Introduced to Ease Burden

Wah Fu Petroleum commits to passing government diesel subsidy to customers as taxi union urges extension amid rising oil prices

Industrial fuel costs in Hong Kong have risen by 50% since the onset of the Middle East war in February, prompting the government to implement a HK$1.8 billion subsidy scheme to support public and commercial transport sectors. Wah Fu Petroleum Company has pledged to transfer the subsidy benefits directly to customers,…

Thursday, April 30, 2026

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PolicyAfrica

African Agency in a Multipolar World Hinges on Innovation, Preparedness, and Strategic Resources

Professor Eka Ikpe underscores the necessity of material, institutional, and ideational capacities for Africa’s autonomous development amid shifting global power dynamics

At the African Public Square global debate, experts highlighted the enduring challenge of enabling African agency within a multipolar world. Drawing on Pan-African intellectual traditions, Professor Eka Ikpe emphasizes that Africa’s strategic autonomy depends on cultivating material capabilities, strengthening institu…

Saturday, April 11, 2026

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PolicyMiddle East

Middle East Conflict Disrupts Asia-Pacific LNG and Power Markets, Prompting Strategic Energy Shifts

The 2026 Middle East hostilities have significantly impacted LNG exports and power generation costs across Asia-Pacific, triggering supply diversification and policy responses

The ongoing Middle East conflict, notably the Iranian strikes on Qatar’s LNG facilities in March 2026, has disrupted critical energy supply routes through the Strait of Hormuz, affecting approximately 17% of Qatar’s LNG export capacity. This disruption has reverberated across Asia-Pacific power markets, where LNG impo…

Thursday, March 19, 2026

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PolicyMiddle East

Cardinal Parolin Warns Against Erosion of International Law Amid Middle East Conflict

Vatican Secretary of State condemns preventive wars and urges diplomacy to preserve peace and security

In an exclusive interview, Cardinal Pietro Parolin highlights the dangers of disregarding international law and endorsing preventive wars in the Middle East. He stresses the importance of multilateral diplomacy and warns that unilateral military actions risk plunging the world into widespread violence and instability.

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

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PolicyMiddle East

UAE Enacts Comprehensive AML Overhaul with Federal Law No. 10 of 2025 and Executive Regulation No. 134

New AML framework introduces stricter compliance, expanded offences, and enhanced senior management accountability aligned with FATF standards

At the end of 2025, the UAE implemented Federal Law No. 10 of 2025 and Cabinet Executive Regulation No. 134 of 2025, replacing previous AML legislation to strengthen its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing regime. The updated framework incorporates a new proliferation financing offence, lowers the cr…

Sunday, March 1, 2026

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PolicyMiddle East

UAE Advances as Regional Leader in Hydrogen Production and Carbon Capture Technologies

Strategic investments and regulatory frameworks position the UAE at the forefront of low-carbon energy innovation and export markets

The United Arab Emirates is leveraging its established energy infrastructure and strategic partnerships to lead the development of hydrogen and carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies. With ambitious national strategies and significant public-private investments, the UAE aims to become a major global exporter of…

Sunday, March 1, 2026

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PolicySoutheast Asia

Thailand Advances Plans to Establish Asia’s Fifth Disneyland in Eastern Economic Corridor

Thai government proposes a major theme park development to boost tourism and leverage new infrastructure projects

Thailand is moving forward with plans to build a Disneyland theme park in its Eastern Economic Corridor, aiming to attract international tourists and extend their stays. The project, estimated at 100 billion Baht, would become Asia’s fifth Disneyland, following locations in Japan, Hong Kong, and China. The initiative…

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

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PolicyMiddle East

New OTMEC Initiative Launches to Strengthen Industrial Cybersecurity Across Middle East and North Africa

Operational Technology Middle East Community (OTMEC) seeks to unify regional ICS/OT cybersecurity efforts through collaboration, workforce development, and policy advocacy

The Operational Technology Middle East Community (OTMEC) has been established to address critical gaps in industrial cybersecurity across the Middle East and North Africa. Founded by key industry leaders and supported by advisory experts, OTMEC aims to foster vendor-neutral knowledge sharing, enhance workforce trainin…

Monday, December 8, 2025

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PolicyMiddle East

Clyde & Co Strengthens Middle East Technology Practice with Partner Ruby Khnom

The global law firm appoints Ruby Khnom as Head of Technology in Dubai amid expanding digital transformation demands

Clyde & Co has appointed technology lawyer Ruby Khnom as Partner and Head of its Middle East Technology practice, based in Dubai. This strategic hire enhances the firm’s capabilities in emerging technologies, data privacy, and complex technology contracts, supporting clients across sectors undergoing rapid digital tra…

Monday, September 8, 2025

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PolicyGlobal

Anthropic to Pay $1.5 Billion to Resolve Class Action Lawsuit Filed by Authors

AI company Anthropic agrees to a $1.5 billion settlement to conclude a class action brought by authors alleging unauthorized use of their works

Anthropic, an artificial intelligence firm, has reached a $1.5 billion settlement agreement to resolve a class action lawsuit filed by a group of authors. The lawsuit accused the company of using copyrighted materials without permission in training its AI models. This settlement marks a significant development in ongo…

Friday, September 5, 2025

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PolicyAfrica

Strengthening Intellectual Property Rights to Unlock Africa’s Cultural Economy Potential

Robust IP frameworks are essential for scaling Africa’s creative industries and driving economic growth across the continent.

Africa’s creative sectors—including film, fashion, music, and visual arts—hold vast untapped economic potential. Despite generating billions annually and employing millions, the continent’s share of the global creative economy remains limited. Experts emphasize that strengthening intellectual property rights (IPRs) an…

Saturday, May 31, 2025

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PolicyUSA

CSIS Report Highlights Urgent Need to Strengthen U.S. Intellectual Property Protections for National Security

New analysis underscores the foundational role of IP rights in innovation and economic security amid global competition

A recent report from the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) examines the vital importance of intellectual property (IP) rights in fostering innovation and safeguarding U.S. economic and national security. It critiques the current fragmented state of U.S. IP policy and offers recommendations for revi…

Tuesday, March 25, 2025

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PolicyAfrica

South African Education Unions Advocate for Copyright Reform to Enhance Access to Learning Materials

At a Cape Town conference, educators and experts urge swift passage of the Copyright Amendment Bill to modernize laws and support inclusive education

Education International and South African teacher unions highlight how restrictive copyright laws hinder access to educational resources, calling for reforms that align with global standards and respect Indigenous knowledge systems. The delayed Copyright Amendment Bill is central to these efforts, promising to remove…

Friday, February 7, 2025

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PolicyIndia

Ministry of Commerce & Industry Releases Official Statement

Government's Ministry of Commerce & Industry Issues Formal Communication

The Ministry of Commerce & Industry has issued an official statement through the Press Information Bureau. The release reiterates the Ministry's role and ongoing functions without additional details or announcements.

Saturday, November 16, 2024

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PolicyAfrica

AfCFTA's Impact on Nigeria's Intellectual Property Landscape and Economic Growth

Exploring the African Continental Free Trade Area's role in shaping Nigeria's IP market and fostering innovation-driven development

The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) aims to integrate Africa's markets, potentially becoming the world's largest free trade zone. Nigeria, a key participant, stands to benefit significantly, especially in its intellectual property (IP) sector. While AfCFTA's Phase II negotiations on Intellectual Property…

Wednesday, September 22, 2021

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PolicyAfrica

USTR Criticizes South Africa’s Copyright Amendment Bill Over Broad Exceptions and Enforcement Concerns

The 2020 USTR National Trade Estimates Report highlights stakeholder opposition to South Africa’s evolving copyright framework amid ongoing legislative uncertainty

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has flagged South Africa’s Copyright Amendment Bill in its 2020 National Trade Estimates Report on Foreign Trade Barriers, citing concerns over broad and ambiguous copyright exceptions, limitations on contractual freedom, and provisions on technological prote…

Wednesday, April 22, 2020

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PolicyAfrica

South Africa Endorses Groundbreaking IP Policy to Enhance Access to Affordable Medicines

New national intellectual property framework aims to balance innovation incentives with public health priorities amid HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis crises

On 23 May, South Africa’s highest decision-making authority approved the first phase of a comprehensive intellectual property (IP) policy designed to improve access to high-quality, affordable medicines. The policy addresses the country’s severe public health challenges, including the world’s largest HIV epidemic and…

Thursday, May 31, 2018

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PolicyMiddle East

INSS Provides In-Depth Analysis on U.S.-Iran Relations and Regional Security Dynamics

The Institute for National Security Studies offers comprehensive insights on the U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding and its implications for Israel and the Middle East

The Institute for National Security Studies (INSS) has released a series of detailed reports, podcasts, and analyses focusing on the evolving geopolitical landscape involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. Key topics include the strategic implications of the recent U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), th…

Monday, January 23, 2017

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