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Last update: 2 hours agoHormuz Pressure & Energy Security: ADNOC says the UAE’s West-East pipeline bypassing the Strait of Hormuz is nearly 50% complete, targeting 2027—while the strait remains effectively closed, keeping energy prices under strain. Oman AI in Infrastructure: Oman launched its first AI-powered autonomous asphalt self-paving technology for the Sultan Said bin Taimur Road Dualisation project in Dhofar, aiming for faster, more precise paving and better durability. Health Tech Governance: Oman led a Geneva dialogue on trusted digital transformation in health, stressing AI needs governance, equity, and human-capability building—not just tools. AI for Roads, Too: The same push for automation shows up again in Oman’s road dualisation rollout, with smart systems improving thickness and level accuracy. Sustainability Momentum: Oman Sustainability Week drew praise for innovation and global reach, while OPES 2026 highlighted energy-transition investment partnerships. Regional Tech Risk: Iran’s IRGC renewed threats over submarine fibre-optic cables, raising concerns about connectivity and rerouting capacity. Trade & Diplomacy: Britain signed a £3.7bn trade deal with six Gulf states, boosting sectors from finance to infrastructure.
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