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Video: Balancing hydrocarbon goals with emission reduction targets

  In an interview with BBC World News on Thursday, December 13, Oliver Cornock, OBG’s Global Editor-in-Chief, analysed and shared his insights on the agreement that was reached at the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference (or COP28) which was recently held in Dubai, UAE. Oliver spoke about the balance hydrocarbon exporting countries sought to achieve while also meeting emission reduction goals. The conclusion was that this is both a historic agreement and also a compromi…

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Diverse paths: Noor bint Ali Alkhulaif, Minister of Sustainable Development; Chief Executive, Bahrain Economic Development Board (Bahrain EDB), on accelerating sustainable growth and diversification

Interview: Noor bint Ali Alkhulaif What are the synergies within your dual role as minister and chief executive of the Bahrain EDB? NOOR BINT ALI ALKHULAIF: Sustainable development and inclusive growth work hand in hand to serve the well-being of societies. Bahrain’s Vision 2030 identified social, economic and environmental sustainability as pivotal to determining economic development. The ministry is actively exploring how to accelerate sustainability efforts in terms of data, innovati…

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Technological shift: Mohammed Ali Al Qaed, CEO, Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA), on how digitalisation is changing public services

Interview: Mohammed Ali Al Qaed, CEO, Information & eGovernment Authority In what ways do emerging technologies shape the digital transformation strategy for public services? MOHAMMED ALI AL QAED: Emerging technologies are central to digital transformation strategies, significantly enhancing public services. The iGA has established a new directorate focused on artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies to spearhead these initiatives. The body oversees digital sandbox environmen…