The global Formula E electric race series, a partner with the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), has grown in popularity since it launched some seven years ago, attracting the attention of major car manufacturers, changing people’s perceptions of electric vehicles, and bringing the world one step closer to a sustainable transport future.

The Takeaway: UN General Assembly debate Day 5
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Saudi Arabia warns Gulf security inseparable from global stability amid regional tensions
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