Our Scans · (ZY.4.07) Development Studies · Weekly Summary

• [New] The UAE has established a USD1bn AI for Development plan which will support economic development in African economies. Emirates NBD Research
• [New] Within each area of investment, the five-year capital plan highlights large-scale initiatives expected to shape Canada's infrastructure and economic development. lexpert
• [New] China will deepen exchanges in education, sports, youth, media, and subnational cooperation, and continue to provide assistance for Tonga's economic and social development within the framework of South-South cooperation. chinadailyhk
• [New] Combined with other economic development incentives, such as grant awards and foreign trade zone status opportunities, Texas will continue its comparative advantage as to other states in regard to attracting lucrative projects. Law Offices of Snell & Wilmer
• [New] 90% of disasters in the last decade were water-related, and with increasing disruption of the hydrological cycle by both climate change and human activity, floods, storms and droughts are increasingly affecting water management, economic development and natural ecosystems. Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy Centre
• [New] The $1 billion Arctic Infrastructure Fund will support dual-use projects that serve both civilian and defence purposes, reinforcing Canada's sovereignty, promoting regional economic development, and improving connectivity in Northern and Indigenous communities. fundsforNGOs News - Grants and Resources for Sustainabi
• [New] China will accelerate the green transition in all areas of economic and social development, work actively and prudently toward peak carbon emissions, and make greater contributions to addressing climate change. Friends of Socialist China
• [New] SAF production will become a major global industry, creating millions of jobs and contributing significantly to economic development in regions with abundant renewable resources and sustainable feedstocks. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] $360 billion to $560 billion of potential annual economic value could be unlocked by using AI to accelerate research and development. Food Business News
• [New] By the late 2050s, we may see the development of space-based solar power and lunar energy resources, creating entirely new energy paradigms and supporting space industrialization. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] While still speculative, by the late 2050s we may see the emergence of adaptive skill development systems that continuously assess, predict, and develop the skills needed for evolving economic and social requirements. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] In political news, Michigan is considering a new economic development framework that could impact automakers' tax breaks. GM Authority | General Motors News, Rumors, Reviews, Fo
• [New] Remittances are an opportunity for economic development in Africa. Reasons to be Cheerful
• [New] Asia Pacific is projected to register a CAGR of 11% through the forecast period, owing to growing industrialization, urbanization, and government spending on smart infrastructure development. Research Nester
• [New] Today, China's Five-Year Plans are not only internal guidelines; they also send signals to the world: China is ready to assume greater responsibility, pursue balance between development and security, reduce vulnerabilities, and strengthen scientific and technological sovereignty. News.Az
• [New] The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) is expected to allocate a substantial $384 billion as part of the U.S. National Security Strategy to modernize all branches of the U.S. military and invest in additional research and development. Visual Capitalist
• [New] The gradual increase in green investments reflects Egypt's commitment to transforming climate challenges into opportunities for growth and achieving a balance between environmental transformation and economic development objectives. Dailynewsegypt - Egypt's Only Daily Independent Newspap
• [New] If biofuels development accelerates, it could lead to cumulative investments of $1.5 trillion across all sustainable fuel types by 2035. The Jakarta Post
• [New] Countries such as Brazil and India see biofuels as an opportunity to combine climate action and economic development with new jobs and supply chains for biofuels. The Jakarta Post
• [New] The New Development Bank, or BRICS Bank, established in 2015, plays a crucial role by increasingly financing infrastructure and sustainable development projects in local currencies, with a goal to lend 30% of its loans in local currencies by 2026. BRICS
• [New] Blockchain technology will continue to play a significant role in contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. EvaCodes
• [New] Beyond 2025, investment in sustainable Arctic infrastructure will continue, including the development of green ports, advanced search and rescue facilities, and improved communication networks. FreightAmigo

Last updated: 28 November 2025