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The Ministry of Sports, working with the National Center for Privatization (NCP) and the Riyadh Municipality, has opened the Expression of Interest (EOI) and Request for Qualifications (RFQ) phase for the Saudi Sports City Project. This flagship initiative will follow a public-private partnership model covering Design, Build, Finance, Operate, and Maintain (DBFOM) for 20–30 years. The stadium will rise north of King Abdullah Park in Al-Malaz, Riyadh, with a seating capacity of around 47,000. It is planned as a major venue for the 2034 FIFA World Cup, for which Saudi Arabia holds hosting rights. The master plan also includes upgrading…

Kenya airport expansion financing has gained momentum as the government moves to secure $2 billion from international development lenders to modernize and enlarge Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). This push comes nine months after Kenya cancelled a public-private partnership (PPP) with India’s Adani Group, following U.S. legal charges against the company’s founder. Transport Minister Davis Chirchir said the government has approached several development finance institutions. The list includes the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), China Exim Bank, KfW (Germany), the European Investment Bank, and the African Development Bank (AfDB). The new plan replaces the Adani concession model with a…

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) and Florida-based startup Blue Physics Inc., working through a public-private partnership (PPP), are developing a portable water tank that is setting a new benchmark for innovation in cancer treatment. The project focuses on creating a foldable “phantom” that could reduce the time and cost of calibrating medical linear accelerators (LINACs). These machines deliver radiation therapy to cancer patients worldwide, and accurate calibration is essential for patient safety. Traditionally, water tanks used for LINAC calibration are bulky, rigid, and expensive, often priced at $250,000. Transporting them between clinics can cost over $2,000 per move, which makes them…

The Piprahwa Gems Repatriation India marks the return of over 300 ancient jewels linked to the relics of the Buddha. After 127 years abroad, the collection came home through decisive government action that stopped a Sotheby’s auction in Hong Kong. Discovered in 1898 by British engineer William Claxton Peppe in Piprahwa, Uttar Pradesh, near Nepal’s border, the gems are believed to be over 2,000 years old and buried alongside the Buddha’s remains. In May, the Culture Ministry issued a legal notice to Sotheby’s, calling the relics “inalienable religious and cultural heritage” and citing both Indian laws and UN conventions. This…

South Africa is opening its power grid to private capital through the Independent Transmission Projects Programme, marking a major policy shift in energy reform. This programme allows private investors, for the first time, to finance, construct, and operate high-voltage transmission lines. Deputy Minister of Finance Dr. David Masondo launched the Request for Pre-Qualifications (RFQ) for ITPs during a Johannesburg event, underlining the urgency of accelerating infrastructure investment. The Transmission Development Plan (TDP), led by the National Transmission Company of South Africa, envisions building over 14,000 km of new lines in the coming decade. This investment is crucial to improving grid…

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has launched the ADB Azerbaijan Country Partnership strategy for 2025–2029. This marks a new chapter in its support for sustainable, inclusive, and climate-resilient development. Built on value creation, integration, and resilience, the strategy focuses on economic diversification, climate action, and social equity. Azerbaijan’s non-oil sector currently contributes just over 50% of GDP. To improve this, ADB will support green growth through reforms and targeted investments. The strategy emphasizes two areas: building a green, diversified economy and fostering low-carbon connectivity and inclusive growth. These align with Azerbaijan 2030. ADB aims to deliver tangible outcomes, such as…

South Korea’s Incheon International Airport Corporation (IAAC) has emerged as the top-ranked bidder in the IAAC Montenegro PPP Bid, a major infrastructure tender awarding a 30-year concession to operate Montenegro’s two main airports, Podgorica and Tivat. This outcome marks a strategic expansion for IAAC, a public company under the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, into the Balkans’ growing aviation sector. With this win, IAAC reinforces its reputation as a serious contender in the international public-private partnership (PPP) landscape. The concession includes operational control and upgrade responsibilities for both airports, which serve as critical gateways for tourism and commerce in…

The JICA and Georgetown Partnership has taken a major step to support Jordan’s infrastructure and development goals. On Monday, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and Georgetown University in Qatar launched a technical cooperation project. The program aims to train Jordanian officials to develop, manage, and implement Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects with international standards. The program focuses on senior officials from ministries and public institutions. Georgetown University in Qatar will lead the delivery, using a faculty of seasoned experts. These professionals bring over 25 years of global experience working with governments and public sector institutions. The goal is to blend…

Jordan Qatar tourism cooperation advanced significantly this week during a high-level meeting in Amman. Jordan’s Minister of Tourism, Lina Annab, hosted Qatar Tourism Chairman Saad bin Ali Al Kharji and Visit Qatar CEO Abdulaziz Al-Mawlawi at the ministry headquarters. The visit came through an official invitation, aiming to foster bilateral tourism development and create a strategic partnership. In 2023, Jordan welcomed over 5.3 million tourists, while Qatar saw more than 4 million visitors, marking a 38% rise from the prior year. This growth demonstrates strong potential for collaboration. The two countries agreed to work on destination branding and tourism policy…

Dubai’s future-ready governance was the central theme at a recent high-level meeting led by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai. Held at Union House, the event drew citizens, business leaders, investors, ministers, and executives from both the public and private sectors. Sheikh Mohammed highlighted that the UAE’s development model, rooted in innovation, openness, and global competitiveness, remains strong under President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The focus of this session firmly aligned with the principles of Dubai innovation-driven development, showcasing the emirate’s efforts to blend strategic…