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The international community observes World Day Against Trafficking in Persons on July 30, aimed at raising awareness about the dangers of human trafficking, the suffering of its victims, and the need to promote and protect their rights. In this context, Qatar has made significant efforts to combat human trafficking, developing
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Canada's Development Finance Institution, FinDev Canada, has joined forces with Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) and several partner Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) to provide a USD 350 million loan to Vietnam Prosperity Joint Stock Commercial Bank (VPBank), a leading privately-owned bank in Vietnam. The loan will support VPBank&
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and visiting Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met in Ankara to discuss ways to deepen their countries' ties, particularly in the energy sector. The two leaders highlighted the importance of energy cooperation, with Turkey seeking to increase the volume of Kazakh oil transported to global
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China remains dedicated to safeguarding the world's wetlands and bolstering global partnerships through technology exchange and collaborative conservation initiatives, a senior Chinese official stated Sunday at the 15th Meeting of the Conference of the Contracting Parties to the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Director General
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The Cape Town International Jazz Festival returns in March 2026, marking the beginning of a new era under the leadership of festival head Shaakirah Adams. The festival is evolving into a year-long platform that celebrates music, fosters talent, and drives lasting social and economic impact. The revamped CTIJF will present
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The International Water Management Institute (IWMI) has announced new partnerships with national implementing bodies as part of the "Jahez" project, a climate resilience initiative carried out under the guidance of Jordan's Ministry of Environment and Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation, with support from the UK
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Egyptian authorities are strengthening their ties with international partners to boost domestic production and reduce reliance on imports. A recent meeting between Mr. Basel Rahmi, CEO of the Project Development Authority, and Mr. Yu Ebisawa, resident representative of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) in Egypt, exemplifies this effort. The
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The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise Development Agency (MSMEDA) in Egypt has strengthened its partnership with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to support youth-led industrial and productive enterprises. Under the leadership of Bassel Rahmy, CEO of MSMEDA, the agency has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening collaboration with JICA to
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African continent's thriving economic sectors, including mining, real estate, and infrastructure development, are poised for further growth with strategic collaboration. Oluwaseun Olatunji, Founder and CEO of Brookfield Group Holdings Africa, emphasizes the importance of foreign partnerships in unlocking the continent's full potential. With a net worth
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Sindh's maternal and child healthcare system has taken a significant leap forward with the inauguration of a new 128-bed Mother and Child Health Centre at Liaquat University, Jamshoro. The centre, built at a cost of Rs331 million under the Annual Development Programme, is a testament to Sindh'
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In a major step towards driving energy savings and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in Nigeria, Daikin and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) have launched a nationwide initiative to promote high-efficiency inverter air-conditioners as a sustainable solution to the country's escalating energy demands. The launch event, held in
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Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah inaugurated the new Mother and Child Health Centre at Liaquat University in Jamshoro on Friday, marking a significant development in maternal and child healthcare in the province. This facility, made possible through the Japan International Cooperation Agency's support, underscores the strong
