UN AI Warning: A new UN report says AI could consume up to 3% of the world’s electricity by 2030 and use more cooling water than humanity drinks, raising emissions and resource-stress concerns. Energy & Food Security Ties: Saudi and Russia signed 13 deals worth about SAR4.8bn at SPIEF, including cooperation on veterinary vaccines, broiler breeding, feed supply chains, and other steps aimed at strengthening biosecurity and food security. Climate Risk in the Region: Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan are debating cloud-seeding after Astana trialed artificial rain with UAE support, with Kyrgyz officials warning it could disrupt regional ecosystems. Saudi Environment & Agriculture Diplomacy: BRICS agriculture talks began in Indore with Saudi among members, focusing on food security, climate-friendly smart farming, farmer welfare, and research/knowledge exchange. Saudi Transport Infrastructure: Eastern Province inaugurated SR406m road projects and signed 3bn riyals in transport agreements, framing them as part of an integrated, sustainable transport system. Biodiversity in Saudi: Over 40 Arabian sand gazelle births were recorded at Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Reserve, highlighting ongoing wildlife conservation efforts. Tech for Industry: Saudi Arabia’s push for modernization also shows up in partnerships and monitoring systems, including AI/IoT-style upgrades tied to energy and logistics operations.