Egypt and Algeria held talks to enhance cooperation in renewable energy and electricity grid modernization. Discussions covered high-voltage transmission, distribution networks, and transformer stations, with a focus on clean energy manufacturing and reducing carbon emissions. Algeria aims to collaborate with Egyptian firms to support its energy transition and decarbonization efforts.
EDGE Group’s TRUST division partners with South Africa’s Specialist Mechanical Engineers (SME) via MoU to manufacture land vehicle components in the UAE, strengthening national defense and industrial self-sufficiency. Agreement unveiled at Abu Dhabi’s Make It in the Emirates Forum.
HP is expanding its presence in Egypt with a new Cairo office and team growth plans to support digital transformation aligned with Vision 2030. The company offers AI-enabled devices and hybrid work solutions to empower businesses, modernize education, and build a future-ready workforce.
Tawazun Council and Thales collaborate to manufacture Ground Master air surveillance radars locally in the UAE by 2027, advancing national defence manufacturing and Emirati talent development. The project supports self-reliance, supplier qualification, and reinforces the UAE’s strategic leadership in advanced defence technologies.
Egypt launches the National Center for Technology Commercialization to bridge the gap between research and industry. The center offers support in IP, tech transfer, and venture development to drive innovation in critical sectors, complementing the One Million Minds Movement to boost entrepreneurship nationwide.
Iraq launches its first fully solar-powered village in Kulak to ensure energy independence and support agriculture amid climate pressures. The Rwanga Foundation’s Green Kurdistan campaign aims to replicate this sustainable model nationwide by 2030 through regional and international cooperation.
Mobile phone imports in Pakistan declined 14.21% during July-April 2025 to $1.254 billion. April imports fell 22.47% year-on-year. Meanwhile, overall exports grew 6.40%, and total imports increased 7.55%, reflecting broad economic demand despite the mobile sector slowdown.
Maroc Telecom proposes replacing its dual-board governance structure with a unified board of directors led by a president-director general. The June 18 shareholders meeting will decide on this shift, aimed at consolidating decision-making and management authority.
Aluminium Bahrain has introduced EternAl-AC, a new low-carbon aluminium series embedding verified carbon offsets from internal operational efficiencies. Featuring a tiered carbon classification system, EternAl-AC offers customers transparent, traceable pathways to carbon reduction, verified to international standards. Alba’s initiative marks a significant advance in sustainable aluminium production.
Qualcomm’s Abu Dhabi Engineering Center will focus on AI, industrial IoT, and data infrastructure innovation, strengthening regional technology ecosystems and fueling economic growth.
