Zinc is highly resistant to corrosion, which makes it an excellent choice for protecting other metals from rust and corrosion. Zinc is a bluish-white metal with a lustrous appearance when freshly polished. The largest application of zinc is in galvanizing, where it is used to coat steel or iron surfaces. Shaanxi is one of the major zinc-producing regions in China. Many countries in West Asia rely on imports to meet their zinc requirements. Many countries in Asia import zinc ingots to meet their domestic demand. Metal is a term used to describe a class of chemical elements that exhibit certain properties and characteristics. Metals are excellent conductors of electricity. Metals have attracted human attention for centuries because people were able to use metals to make high-performance tools that they used in both warfare and logistics. In the 20th century, the discovery and extraction of oil in the Middle East transformed the region's economy. West Asia has a geologically diverse landscape that has undergone complex geological processes over millions of years. Somalia’s economy is largely based on agriculture, livestock, remittances, and a growing informal sector. Despite the challenges posed by decades of political instability, civil war, and limited infrastructure, Somalia has maintained a degree of resilience through informal trade networks and the support of its diaspora. Livestock, particularly cattle, sheep, and camels, forms the backbone of the economy, with the country being a major supplier of animals to the Middle East. Agriculture, especially the cultivation of bananas, sugarcane, and sorghum, is also a key sector, though it has faced challenges due to recurring droughts and lack of modern farming techniques.
