[Saudi Arabia to launch 93 utility infrastructure projects]Saudi Arabia has announced plans to launch 93 projects, mostly related to the development of the kingdom's utility infrastructure, with an investment of $2.26 billion. The projects are primarily aimed at boosting the region's environment, water and agricultural systems, according to senior government officials. They added that they will be implemented by the Brine Conversion Company, the National Water Company and the National Center for Vegetation Cover and Desertification Control in coordination with the Saudi Deputy Minister of Water. Editor/Xing Wentao
Indonesian National Economic Council Chairman Luhut met with Zheng Zhajie in Beijing to discuss the debt repayment mechanism for the Jakarta Bandung high-speed railway, stating that China has no objections to this plan. The talks also involve the operation of the transmission line and the planning of extending it to Surabaya. Indonesia plans to promote the equity adjustment of KCIC and study a long-term installment repayment plan of up to 80 years. Editor/Min Jing
The upgrade project of key sections of the A380 highway in Uzbekistan, undertaken by CR20G, has officially started. Ukrainian President Mirziyoyev attended the ceremony via video conference. The length of the renovated road section is 92 kilometers, and the original two lane road will be renovated to enhance traffic capacity. The project is expected to be opened in 2029, helping to improve the core trunk road network in Ukraine. Editor/Min Jing