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Saudi Arabia will host the first Hydrogen Arabia event this December, spotlighting its $270 billion investment in clean energy and hydrogen leadership. The event highlights major projects like NEOM and aligns with the Kingdom's Circular Carbon Economy strategy. Backed by $10 billion in hydrogen funding, the country aims to become a top global exporter by 2030.
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