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WEF Special Meeting in Riyadh: Fostering Global Collaboration and Development Addressing Global Challenges Amidst the backdrop of geopolitical tensions and economic complexities, the World Economic Forum (WEF) is gearing up to host a Special Meeting on Global Collaboration, Growth, and Energy for Development in Riyadh. This pivotal gathering will bring together 1,000 global leaders from 92 countries on April 28-29, to foster global dialogue and seek actionable solutions to the multifaceted challenges that confront our world today. Building on Past Successes Building on the success of the inaugural Growth Summit held in Switzerland last year, the WEF's Riyadh meeting will advocate for forward-thinking approaches to address interconnected crises while also acknowledging the short-term trade-offs that may be necessary. The meeting will particularly focus on bridging the growing North-South divide on critical issues such as emerging economic policies, energy transition, and geopolitica...

US and China Eye Outcome of Solomon Islands Polls Amid Geopolitical Tensions Solomon Islands Elections Draw International Attention The parliamentary elections in the Solomon Islands have garnered significant international attention, particularly from the United States and China, as voters head to the polls on Wednesday. This election marks a pivotal moment in the nation's political landscape, with implications for its foreign relations and geopolitical dynamics. Incumbent Prime Minister's Pledge to Strengthen Ties with China Incumbent Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare's pledge to further strengthen ties with Beijing, if re-elected, has intensified scrutiny from global powers. Sogavare's commitment to deepening cooperation with China, as evidenced by the 'security pact' signed in 2022, has raised concerns among some of his rivals and international observers. Dual National and Provincial Elections Held Amidst Global Attention The simultaneous conduct of national a...