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PolicyMiddle East

Strategic Gears Report Identifies $30 Billion Growth Potential in Egypt’s Non-Oil Export Sector

Egypt’s expanding non-oil manufacturing exports could unlock significant revenue by 2030 through targeted policy and market interventions, says Strategic Gears analysis.

A new Strategic Gears report highlights Egypt’s opportunity to generate an additional $30 billion in non-oil export revenue by 2030. The study, based on international trade data and official statistics, reveals that non-oil manufacturing has become Egypt’s largest GDP growth contributor, driven by competitive sectors…

Thursday, August 20, 2026

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PolicyGlobal

U.S. Economy Expands 1.5% in Q2 Amid Rising Energy Prices and Trade Deficits

Personal consumption and business investment drive growth while trade and inventory declines weigh on GDP

The U.S. economy grew 1.5% in the second quarter of 2024, led by strong personal consumption expenditures and business spending on equipment and intellectual property. However, significant trade deficits and inventory reductions dampened overall growth. Inflation accelerated sharply due to surging energy prices follow…

Thursday, July 30, 2026

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PolicyMiddle East

Middle East Policy Update Puts Kuwait and Ukraine Sign Military Cooperation Strategy in Foc…

Practical policy context for IP teams tracking Policy, Kuwait, Ukraine Sign Military Cooperation.

IIPLA reviews the policy implications of Policy, Kuwait, Ukraine Sign Military Cooperation, with practical notes for Middle East IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.

Monday, June 29, 2026

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PolicyMiddle East

Middle East Policy Update Puts Saudi Arabia and Creation Strategy in Focus

Practical policy context for IP teams tracking Policy, Saudi Arabia, Creation.

IIPLA reviews the policy implications of Policy, Saudi Arabia, Creation, with practical notes for Middle East IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.

Friday, June 19, 2026

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PolicyMiddle East

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

Regional energy security concerns rise as LNG supply interruptions and price volatility impact Asia-Pacific power sectors amid ongoing Middle East tensions

The ongoing Middle East conflict has significantly affected Asia-Pacific energy markets, particularly liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply and pricing. Key LNG exporters like Qatar have suffered production disruptions, while major importers across the region face heightened costs and supply uncertainties. Countries incl…

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

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PolicyGlobal

Request the US to objectively assess Vietnam in intellectual property protection

It is requested that the US side have an objective and balanced assessment of Vietnam's efforts and achievements in the field of intellectual property protection.

It is requested that the US side have an objective and balanced assessment of Vietnam's efforts and achievements in the field of intellectual property protection. On May 1, answering reporters' questions, requesting to know Vietnam's reaction to the US identification of Vietnam as a "priority foreign country" in the A…

Friday, May 1, 2026

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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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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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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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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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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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