Saudi Aramco is to develop its investments in lithium manufacturing, officers in Beijing are discussing utilizing Elon Musk as a dealer in a possible sale of TikTok’s US operations, and KPMG might quickly start providing authorized companies within the US. Plus, Syria has been flooded with imports within the aftermath of Bashar al-Assad’s ousting.
Talked about on this podcast:
Saudi Aramco to expand investments in lithium as it diversifies from oil
China discussing using Elon Musk as broker in TikTok deal
KPMG readies challenge to US law firms
Syria flooded with Pepsi and Pringles as rulers open economy
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