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The Governments of Quebec and Canada are investing in initiatives that aim to build a clean energy future and contribute to a healthier environment. The investment of over $123,000 for CEPSA Chimie Bécancour, a petrochemical company with a revolutionary manufacturing process, represents a major breakthrough in the elimination of
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The European Investment Bank (EIB) has announced a new financial support of CFAF 75 billion (Euros 114.5 million) for the Republic of Senegal, aimed at improving the drinking water supply and promoting integrated solid waste management. This new funding is part of the EIB's long-standing partnership with
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Ambassador Wei Hongtian from China recently met with Simon Steele, the Minister of State for Climate Change and Environmental Affairs of Georgia, to discuss climate change and environmental protection cooperation. During the meeting, Ambassador Wei highlighted China's commitment to green development and high-quality development, emphasizing President Xi Jinping&
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Ukrainian Minister of Economy, Trade and Agriculture Ihor Petrashko and European Commission Commissioner for Agriculture Janusz Wojciechowski discussed the renewal of the Association Agreement between Ukraine and the EU, with a focus on agricultural cooperation. The countries aim to deepen their relations, increase trade and economic opportunities, and address pressing
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Global leaders and citizens have hailed the appointment of Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala as the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), marking a major milestone for Africa and women in international trade. The 66-year-old economist, who is the first African and first female to hold the position, has been praised
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Russia and Serbia continued to strengthen their agricultural cooperation in 2020, marking a significant increase in the turnover of agricultural products between the two countries. The bilateral trade in agricultural products experienced a 7% growth, reaching $516 million. Notably, the export of domestic food products from Russia to Serbia surged
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The Cambodian Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries issued a press release on February 8, announcing the resumption of the import of farmed fish from Vietnam. The import ban, which was announced on January 19, cited concerns over customs clearance and the technical standards of Vietnamese shipments. Vietnamese Minister of
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The Canadian government has announced an investment of $8.5 million in a new rental housing development in Peterborough, Ontario, as part of its efforts to increase the supply of affordable and stable rental housing options for middle-class families. The funding will support the construction of a three-storey, 27-unit rental
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The Ontario government is providing more than $2.3 million to McMaster University and the University of Toronto through the Ontario Together Fund to carry out research, development, and testing of next-generation Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). This investment aims to improve technology and better protect frontline workers. The funding will
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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect businesses across Canada, the Government of Canada has announced the launch of the Highly Affected Sectors Credit Availability Program (HASCAP) to provide financial support to hard-hit businesses. The program, as outlined in the 2020 Fall Economic Statement, will offer government-guaranteed, low-interest loans of
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Minister Solangel Fernandez Huanqui and Mayor Andres Chavez Gonzles have agreed to work together to complete the potable water and sewerage project in the Vir province, benefiting over 40,000 inhabitants in the La Libertad region. The project, valued at over S/ 96 million, will be reviewed by technical teams
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The United Nations Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) has issued a call for global cooperation to find new ways to strengthen the sustainability of agri-food systems in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. FAO Director-General QU Dongyu emphasized the importance of continued global cooperation and outlined FAO's role
