🎓 University of Melbourne Leads Rankings in Singapore. Desalination Hits 900,000m³/Day. Saudi Arabia Scores 100 in AI.

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🎓 Higher Education. University of Melbourne topped Australian university rankings
🍃 Green Skills. Singapore's desalination plants had a 900,000m³/day capacity🤖 Artificial Intelligence. Saudi Arabia topped with a score of 100 in AI strategy

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🎓 University of Melbourne Topped Australian University Rankings

Australia’s top universities continue to perform strongly in global rankings, with the University of Melbourne leading at 77.6, followed by Monash and Queensland. These scores reflect international competitiveness in teaching, research, and global reputation. Rising interest from international students underscores the role of universities as both education hubs and innovation centers. With government support through initiatives like the National Priorities and Industry Linkage Fund, Australia is positioning higher education to strengthen future skills and global collaboration.

🍃 Singapore’s Desalination Plants Had a 900,000m³/Day Capacity

Singapore’s five desalination plants collectively provide over 800,000 m³ of water daily, with the Tuas Desalination Plant alone contributing 300,000 m³. This steady expansion highlights the country’s reliance on technology to secure water independence amid climate pressures and limited natural resources. As water demand grows, desalination remains central to long-term sustainability. Under the Four National Taps strategy, Singapore continues investing in advanced treatment technologies to ensure a resilient and diversified water supply for future generations.

🤖 Saudi Arabia Topped With a Score of 100 in AI Strategy

Saudi Arabia leads global AI strategy in 2023 with a perfect score of 100, followed closely by Germany, China, and Canada, all scoring above 93. These rankings highlight how nations are prioritizing AI policy frameworks to drive innovation and long-term economic growth. Strong strategies in workforce training and infrastructure are central to global positioning in AI. Initiatives such as South Korea’s National AI Strategy emphasize how governments are embedding AI into their national development agendas.

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