Lebanon's energy ministry published a roadmap in July for reform. Al Majalla shares more details of the initiative after speaking to a government source.
Borrowing to offset potential shortfalls in oil revenues will likely remain an important part of Gulf governments' financing strategies in the coming years
Saudi Arabia wants to develop more of the value chain at home. Australia offers a useful combination of resources and experience to help in that effort
Analysts believe that Trump is hoping to lower domestic fuel prices before the November midterm elections, which could see Democrats win a majority of seats in Congress
The country's first electric vehicles are due to be delivered next year. They will be built using foreign firms' know-how, whilst building up local firms' skills and expertise
Weak state control has led to a breakdown in law and order, resulting in thefts of precious metals and minerals, while the rising value of gold further incentivises such pillaging
Amid competition for influence and resources, Russia knows that Africa is a market with potential. For African states, Russian companies are still of interest, but the value equation needs to change