Jordan to host inaugural Gulf-Jordanian Investment Conference to boost economic ties with GCC on December 4.
In a bid to strengthen economic ties with the Gulf Cooperation Council, Jordan is gearing up to host the inaugural Gulf-Jordanian Investment Conference on December 4. This event coincides with the 65th meeting of the GCC’s Board of Directors, where discussions will revolve around investment opportunities in sectors like energy, mining, and tourism.
Meanwhile, in Gaza, fishermen face dire challenges stemming from Israeli restrictions which limit their fishing activities to shallow waters, exacerbating their economic hardship. Despite struggling to feed their families and cope with a lack of humanitarian aid, these individuals continue to contend with accusations of being targeted by Israeli military forces amidst ongoing conflicts.
Moving over to the island of Cyprus, defense, security, and energy cooperation with the U.S. are being bolstered as the nation positions itself as both a strategic partner and a hub for international aid and evacuations. Notable initiatives include US energy giants ExxonMobil and Chevron exploring offshore gas reserves, signaling potentially significant developments in the coming year.
In the maritime arena, Yemen’s Houthi movement has declared a blockade on Israeli vessels, emphasizing ongoing regional tensions. By denying recognition to Israeli shipping companies' asset changes, the Houthis aim to pressure Israel to cease its military actions in Gaza and Lebanon, further complicating geopolitical dynamics in the region.
On the European front, Moldova's President Maia Sandu has secured her political trajectory with a second term victory amid allegations of Russian interference. Her win marks a continued commitment to Moldova's EU membership aspirations, despite challenges like claims of vote-buying and cyberattacks that tainted the electoral process.
Over in the United States,
Donald Trump ignites controversy with a Pennsylvania speech questioning the integrity of the 2020 election results and criticizing the media. His remarks, deviating from typical campaign rhetoric, reinforce persistent false claims about voter fraud, drawing sharp responses from opponents who stress election fairness.