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IEA says electrification is an energy-security option after the Hormuz shock
In an IEA scenario, electricity could cost-effectively supply 33 percent of final energy use by 2035; projected import savings are not realized outcomes.
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EWEC forecasts a reduction of more than 45% in Abu Dhabi power and water emissions by 2035
The utility’s long-term plan projects lower emissions despite rising electricity demand; its solar, battery and reverse-osmosis targets are not completed outcomes.
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Agriculture
Saudi Arabia and KAUST launch the Namya agri-tech venture
The venture aims to take research to market; the 60 projects and value above SAR448 million refer to the wider partnership portfolio, not Namya alone.
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Saudi Arabia signs five deals for agricultural research and innovation
The agreements include cooperation with Tanmiah on poultry products, research and training.
Agriculture
FAO projects Egypt’s 2026 wheat output at 10.2 million tonnes
The forecast was published alongside a planted area of 3.76 million feddans and about five million tonnes in government procurement, which are separate measures.
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Saudi Arabia establishes 39 digital farmer field schools
The ministry’s platform combines field training with digital content and practical workshops.
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Iraq signs modern irrigation contracts targeting 3.5 million dunams
The agriculture ministry announced agreements for more than 13,000 systems; the target area does not establish installation or realised water savings.
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Saudi Arabia’s date production reached 1.92 million tonnes in 2024
The ministry reported 2024 output alongside 37.6 million trees, including 32.2 million productive trees.
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Saudi fig production exceeds 29,600 tonnes
The ministry’s summer fig report cited more than 565,000 productive trees and domestic growing regions.
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Saudi Arabia’s annual peach production exceeds 31,000 tonnes
The ministry identified Tabuk, Al Jouf, Aseer and Al Baha as key production regions.
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Iraq sets 2026 summer crop plan at 1.8 million dunams
The agriculture ministry announced a planting plan and rice restrictions; the area is a target, not completed planting.
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Saudi Arabia discusses a specialised finance product for organic farming
A ministry and fund workshop considered financing options; no new loan programme was announced.