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Tuesday, Jul 01, 2025

Global Developments: Israel's ICC Critique, Saudi Infrastructure Upgrades, and Middle Eastern Economic and Educational Advancements

Israeli Foreign Minister criticizes ICC arrest warrants amid Gaza conflict, as Israel seeks hostages' return without controlling Gaza civilian life. Meanwhile, Saudi Ports Authority joins Lloyd's Register to double container capacity and modernize logistics under National Transport and Logistics Strategy.
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar has criticized the International Criminal Court's arrest warrants against Israeli leaders during the Gaza conflict, calling this a dangerous precedent and emphasizing Israel's appeals; while aiming to retrieve hostages from Hamas, Saar assured that Israel does not intend to control Gaza's civilian life, focusing instead on realistic terms for lasting peace.

Meanwhile, Pope Francis is preparing to visit Iznik, Turkey, in 2025 to mark the 1700th anniversary of the First Council of Nicaea as part of the Holy Year celebrations, illustrating a significant collaborative effort with Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, underscoring the pontiff's commitment to this historical event despite health challenges.

In Saudi Arabia, ports are set to undergo significant upgrades, as the Saudi Ports Authority aligns with Lloyd's Register to double container capacity and modernize logistical procedures, in line with the National Transport and Logistics Strategy aimed at boosting operational efficiency and sustainability.

Over to the realm of finance, Kuwait and Oman are witnessing a blossoming Islamic banking sector as favorable conditions and regulatory backing enable Kuwait's Islamic banks to lead with 49% of banking assets, while Oman sees expansion driven by public demand and regulatory support despite some challenges.

Education is also seeing a transformative agenda in Saudi Arabia, with the 2025 education plan focusing on enhancing Mandarin language learning to boost cultural ties with China, alongside investments in developing future-ready skills that align with the ambitious Saudi Vision 2030.

Finally, looking ahead at economic projections, Saudi Arabia is poised for a GDP growth of 4.7% in 2025 according to S&P Global, bolstered by a strong non-oil sector amid global economic uncertainties, despite persistent geopolitical risks and evolving trade policies impacting worldwide markets.
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