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MENA states are increasing focus on South-South cooperation
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South-South cooperation aims to foster mutual development and solidarity among nations of the Global South by enabling exchanges of knowledge, technology and resources. The UN Office for South-South Cooperation, established in 1974, has long supported these initiatives . . .
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Iraqis cover their soil with clay to curb sandstorms
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Iraq has long suffered from sand and dust storms, but in recent years they have become more frequent and intense as the country falls prey to the effects of climate change.
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Forging a human-centred future in the era of smart machines
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The accelerated technological revolution, marked by artificial intelligence, is converging with demographic shifts, green transition, and the evolving expectations of workers. This complex transformation is redefining the very nature of work, creating unprecedented opportunities while posing significant challenges of job displacement, skills mismatches, and inequality.
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Top green projects and sustainability innovations in 2025
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As part of Archinect’s 2025 Year in Review series, we are looking back at the highlights across our news coverage of architecture’s top green projects and sustainability innovations. Advancements in materials science, building technology, digital tools, and the application of sustainability measures in projects across a variety of contexts and scopes have been closely covered throughout the year. Here is a selection of stories that stood out.
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How Sustainability Is Reshaping International Logistics
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Global trade has long been the backbone of economic growth, but in recent years, it has faced mounting pressure to operate more sustainably. As environmental awareness grows and climate policies tighten, international logistics, the system that moves goods across borders is undergoing a major transformation.
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Sustainable water initiatives in MENA projects and technologies
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As water scarcity deepens across MENA, wastewater use is emerging as a solution. We look at projects and technologies being adopted across the region.
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IT services spend in MENA set to reach up to 28% of total tech budgets
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The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) is entering a decisive, services-led growth phase in its IT sector, as enterprises and governments accelerate large-scale digital transformation initiatives, says a report . . .
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Sustainability trends for 2026
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As we approach 2026, sustainability is starting to function more as a core business discipline rather than a standalone initiative. The public, private, and civic sectors are applying sustainability strategies to improve energy efficiency, reduce operating costs, strengthen supply chain resilience, and manage long-term risk . . .
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Sustainability starts with knowledge
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Leading academics from the University of Cambridge and Lund University came together for an international research conference on “Knowledge for Sustainable Development: Breaking Barriers to Climate Solutions.”
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