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  "title": "Saudi Arabia, Australia discuss renewable energy cooperation ahead of COP31",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/28/saudi-arabia-australia-discuss-renewable-energy-cooperation-ahead-of",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-28T20:23:27.000Z",
  "source": {
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    "url": "https://english.ajel.sa/business/ct0ctxc5q"
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  "account": "Saudi Energy Minister Abdulaziz bin Salman and Industry Minister met with Australian Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen in Jeddah to explore renewable energy cooperation ahead of the COP31 climate conference. The talks focused on climate action and preparedness for COP31, which will take place in Turkey in November. Both nations pledged to contribute to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Paris Agreement, aiming for practical outcomes that consider each country's unique circumstances. Saudi Arabia highlighted its green initiatives, such as expanding renewable energy, reducing emissions, and implementing the circular carbon economy. The visit also included tours of the Shuaibah solar power project and a visit to historic Jeddah, as well as King Abdullah University of Science and Technology to learn about its scientific and engineering programs.",
  "summary": "Saudi and Australian ministers met in Jeddah to explore climate action and renewable energy cooperation ahead of the COP31 climate summit.",
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