US And Mexico To Partner On Semiconductor Supply Chain Development

The United States and Mexico are partnering to strengthen the semiconductor supply chain, aligning with the U.S. CHIPS Act of 2022. This collaboration involves assessing Mexico’s semiconductor ecosystem, regulatory framework, and infrastructure needs. Stakeholders like state governments, educational institutions, and companies, along with Mexico’s Secretariat of Economy, will participate in this analysis. The automotive and […]

Ivory Coast Bets On Solar As Part Of Its Renewables Drive

On Wednesday, Ivory Coast inaugurated a 37.5 megawatt (MW) solar power facility, marking the beginning of its renewable energy agenda. Being the world’s top producer of cocoa, the country plans to become a major power supplier in West Africa. It generates about 2,250 MW of power, mostly from gas and oil, which it exports to […]

South Korea Launches Its Second Home-Grown Spy Satellite From The US

On Monday, South Korea launched its second domestically developed spy satellite from the US via a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. This move enhances its ability to monitor potential threats, particularly from North Korea, which has announced plans to launch multiple reconnaissance satellites this year. The satellite, equipped with synthetic aperture radar (SAR) technology, can produce […]

South Korea To Invest $7 Billion In AI In A Bid To Retain Edge In Chips

On Tuesday, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol announced a $6.94 billion investment in artificial intelligence (AI) by 2027 to strengthen the country’s semiconductor industry. This initiative includes a $1.4 trillion fund to support AI semiconductor firms. South Korea aims to compete with global leaders like the United States, China, and Japan in semiconductor technology. […]

Us Scientist Conducts Secret Test To Cool Earth

The US recently conducted its first outdoor test to ease global warming effects. Engineer Matthew Gallelli experimented on a retired aircraft carrier in San Francisco Bay. He evaluated a method to brighten clouds and reflect sunlight back into space, offering a temporary cooling solution. The primary objective of the experiment was to confirm that the […]

Japanese Astronaut To Be First Non-American To Set Foot On Moon With NASA

President Biden announced that a Japanese astronaut will soon become the first non-American to step foot on the moon during one of NASA’s upcoming Artemis missions, as discussed in a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Kishida. The announcement comes just a few days after a captivating solar eclipse, which gives the common goal of lunar […]

US And Japan Signal Support For Texas High-Speed Rail Plan

The United States expressed support for constructing the first high-speed rail in the country. Japan also expressed support, following discussions between their leaders in Washington. President Joe Biden aims to revive interest in the project connecting Dallas and Houston. The U.S. Department of Transportation and the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism agreed […]

Nigeria Becomes The First Nation To Roll Out New Meningitis Vaccine

Nigeria has achieved a significant milestone in global health by becoming the first country to implement the Men5CV vaccine against meningitis. The news was announced by the World Health Organization (WHO). Meningitis poses a severe threat in Nigeria, which is recognized as one of the hotspots for the disease in Africa. The WHO reported a […]

Egypt To Build Two Solar Power Stations

Egypt plans a green energy initiative to construct two solar power stations. The European Union (EU) will provide the $20.60 million (1 billion Egyptian pound) investment. The first project, valued at 550 million Egyptian pounds, will be situated at the Assiut Oil Refining Company, boasting a capacity of 10 megawatts. According to the petroleum ministry’s […]

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Mexico Presidential Frontrunner Pledges $13.6 Billion For Energy Investments

Claudia Sheinbaum, the leading contender for Mexico’s forthcoming presidential election in June, has unveiled an ambitious plan to invest $13.57 billion in new energy generation projects up to 2030. This proposal signifies a marked departure from the current administration’s emphasis on strengthening the state oil company, Pemex, over renewable energy sources. Sheinbaum’s programme is geared […]