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Saudi Arabia will move forward with nuclear power
Riyadh is intent on developing nuclear-based power generation to help release oil used in power stations for export
Saudi ArabiaGrowth in the Gulf states' fintech sector will rebound
Growth in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) fintech sector has slowed in line with global investment
Gulf statesEnergy wealth will help Saudi AI drive
The government is channelling massive investments into developing artificial intelligence (AI) domestically
Saudi ArabiaAbu Dhabi pitches for global role in AI
UAE leader’s US visit underscores Abu Dhabi’s efforts to become a leader in artificial intelligence (AI)
United Arab EmiratesSaudi Arabia's labour market reform will face tests
Decades of labour market reform have failed to alter significantly the domination of private-sector jobs by expatriates
Saudi ArabiaRiyadh will seek foreign policy balance for now
Saudi Arabia will carefully manage its ties with global powers while also upholding the reconciliation with Iran
Saudi ArabiaDebt issuance will be strong in the Gulf states
Government related debt issuance in the Gulf states has been strong in 2024, led by Saudi Arabia
Gulf statesEventual royal succession in Riyadh will be smooth
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has consolidated his authority over all domains in the kingdom
Saudi ArabiaSaudi Aramco’s immediate focus will be on gas catch up
Aramco is prioritising liquefied natural gas and petrochemicals to hedge against softer crude-oil demand globally
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