Cabinet officials
Minister Ebrahim Patel of South Africa emphasized the importance of prioritizing food security and human welfare in trade agreements during the Informal World Trade Organisation (WTO) Trade Ministers Meeting. The meeting aimed to narrow differences and generate consensus for the WTO fisheries subsidies negotiations, which are crucial for achieving Sustainable
Cabinet officials
As the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to exacerbate pre-existing challenges in African economies, Egypt's Minister of International Cooperation Rania Al-Mashat has called on the World Bank and international institutions to tap into the region's private sector to support economic recovery. With millions of jobs lost
Cabinet officials
Ukraine and Iran have begun their second round of talks on the investigation of the downing of Ukraine International Airlines' Flight PS752, a tragedy that resulted in the loss of 176 lives. The discussions will focus on the aviation, military, and criminal cooperation aspects of the incident, with a
Cabinet officials
BJP leaders, including Union Minister of State for Jal Shakti Rattan Lal Kataria and Haryana Education and Forest Minister Kanwar Pal, carried out a tractor march in support of the Central government's three agriculture laws in the Jagadhri block of Yamunanagar district. The march, part of the Kisan
Cabinet officials
The Canadian government has announced funding of up to $2.1 million to support three new community-led Indigenous agriculture and food initiatives. The Indigenous Agriculture and Food Systems Initiative aims to increase economic development opportunities for Indigenous Peoples and communities in Canada. The initiative will support Indigenous communities and entrepreneurs
Cabinet officials
Egypt's inflation rate has hit a 14-year low, dropping 5.7% in fiscal year 2019/20 compared to 13.9% in the previous year, according to the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development. Despite the positive economic indicators, the country has faced significant challenges due to the COVID-19
Cabinet officials
Egypt's Minister of International Cooperation Rania Al-Mashat and the Ambassador of France to Egypt Stefan Romettier met to push forward the Strategic Partnership Agreement in Social and Economic Development, worth é¼1 billion. The meeting was attended by Fabio Grazi, Director of the Office of the French Development
Cabinet officials
The Ministry of Regional Development of Ukraine, in conjunction with the European Investment Bank (EIB) and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), is working to modernize the country's housing and communal services. Vasyl Lozynsky, First Deputy Minister of Development of Communities and Territories of Ukraine, emphasized
Cabinet officials
The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) has announced a $59.9 million investment to support the second phase of the Commodity Value Chain Development Support Project (PADFA II) in Cameroon. This project aims to strengthen rural livelihoods, improve food security, and mitigate the impact of climate change. The project
Cabinet officials
The UAE-Caribbean Renewable Energy Partnership Fund has announced the start of construction for a hurricane-resistant clean energy plant in Antigua and Barbuda, aimed at helping the nation recover from the devastating effects of Hurricane Irma in 2017. The $50 million fund is the largest renewable energy investment of its type
Cabinet officials
Egypt and the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) are joining forces to establish 1,300 community centres across the country by 2021, according to Minister of International Cooperation, Rania Al-Mashat. The partnership aims to provide integrated knowledge centres for village communities, while raising the capabilities of mothers and children.
Cabinet officials
The Government of Canada recognizes the importance of tourism to Southern Ontario's economy and has announced a $2 million investment to support the recovery and growth of this vital industry. Minister Melanie Joly, responsible for FedDev Ontario, has allocated the funds to help local tourism-oriented businesses cover costs
