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- 1UAE Maps Critical Minerals Strategy Amid Supply Gaps▼Mapping Critical Minerals in the UAE: Strategic Demand, Supply Gaps and Climate Trade-Offs
A new analysis examines the United Arab Emirates' push into critical minerals, outlining the country's strategic demand, the gaps between domestic supply and industrial needs, and the climate trade-offs involved in extraction and processing. The report highlights how mineral access is becoming central to energy transition planning in the Gulf, with the UAE weighing economic diversification against environmental commitments.
- 2UAE launches Altair-1, its first domestically built commercial satellite●UAE launches Altair-1, first commercial satellite built in the country
The United Arab Emirates has launched Altair-1, the first commercial satellite built entirely within the country, Gulf News reports. The milestone marks a step forward for the UAE's growing space industry and its ambition to develop domestic satellite manufacturing capabilities. Coverage so far has focused on the launch itself, with few details available on the satellite's mission or operators.
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OPEC+ has postponed a planned review of member countries' oil production capacity amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran. The delay reflects heightened uncertainty in global energy markets, as the war raises concerns about supply disruptions in the Gulf and the risk of wider escalation. Analysts say the group is opting to wait for clearer signals before committing to future output decisions.
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Attention is turning to the gulf between Indian and Brazilian football. Former AC Milan midfielder Vikash Dhorasoo, speaking to Goal.com, challenged India to produce global superstars from its population of 1.4 billion, saying 'I am living proof' of what is possible. His remarks come as discussions grow about why a country of India's size remains far behind footballing powers like Brazil.