International cooperation

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International Monetary Fund (IMF) Meeting Highlights Inclusive Economic Recovery and Climate Action

The 2021 International Monetary Fund (IMF) meeting, chaired by Swedish Minister of Finance Magdalena Andersson, emphasized the need for strong international cooperation to expedite universal vaccination, limit divergences, and support an inclusive economic recovery. The meeting also stressed the importance of addressing climate change, poverty, and inequalities. Key Takeaways: * The

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International Cooperation on Rules-Based Trade Crucial for Strong Economic Recovery

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of international cooperation on rules-based trade to support a strong, sustainable, and inclusive economic recovery. In October 2021, Canadian Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion, and International Trade, Mary Ng, met with key ministerial and trade counterparts at the G20 Trade and Investment

Education

Global Education Summit: Addressing the Education Crisis in the Time of COVID-19

The United Nations Secretary-General urges the international community to support the replenishment of the Global Partnership for Education, a vital initiative to prevent the reversal of progress on education amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. The Deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed, delivered a video message to the Global Education Summit, highlighting the alarming

Education

Doubling Down on Education: ADB's Ambitious Strategy to Empower Asia and the Pacific

As the global community grapples with the devastating impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has recognized the critical need to invest in education as a vital strategy for human capital development, equitable economic growth, and resilient societies. ADB President Masatsugu Asakawa has announced an ambitious target

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Egypt's Minister of International Cooperation Launches Groundbreaking Book on Economic Diplomacy

Egypt's Minister of International Cooperation Rania Al-Mashat has launched a pioneering book on economic diplomacy, in collaboration with the London School of Economics (LSE). The book, titled "Stakeholder Engagement Through Economic Diplomacy," documents Egypt's experience in international development and cooperation. The book was co-authored

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Iraq Affirms Desire to Continue Working with International Coalition to Combat ISIS

Iraq's Minister of Foreign Affairs Fouad Hussein emphasized the country's commitment to cooperating with the international coalition to combat the terrorist organization ISIS during a meeting of the International Coalition in Rome. Hussein valued the efforts of coalition countries for their support in combating terrorism, restoring

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UN Secretary-General Calls for Global Coalition to Achieve Net-Zero Emissions by 2050

In a move to accelerate solutions to address climate disruption, the United Nations has issued a call to action for countries, cities, and industries to come together and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. UN Secretary-General António Guterres emphasized the importance of building a global coalition for net-zero emissions and encouraged

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Tajikistan Seeks French Investment in Sebzor Hydropower Plant

Tajikistan is seeking increased investment from France in the construction of the Sebzor hydropower plant, with the country's minister of energy and water resources, Mr. Daler Jumayev, requesting that the French ambassador promote participation of French companies in a tender for the project. The Sebzor hydropower plant, with

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HOPE Consortium's World Immunisation and Logistics Summit Calls for Enhanced Collaboration to Combat COVID-19

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, inaugurated the HOPE Consortium's World Immunisation and Logistics Summit, urging global leaders to foster collaboration in tackling the COVID-19 pandemic. The two-day virtual summit brought together prominent healthcare and philanthropic leaders to explore a

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HOPE Consortium's World Immunisation and Logistics Summit Kicks Off with Call for Global Collaboration on COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution

The two-day virtual Summit, hosted by Abu Dhabi, brought together global healthcare and philanthropic leaders, decision-makers, experts, and senior government officials to explore a unified global approach to fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. In his inaugural address, H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs and

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Malawi Commemorates International Women's Day with a Call for Women's Empowerment and Inclusion

Malawian officials, led by Minister of Gender, Community Development and Social Welfare, Patricia Kaliati, marked International Women's Day by emphasizing the importance of women's representation in leadership positions and their involvement in decision-making processes. The celebration, held under the theme "Women in leadership at all

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UAE and Russia Strengthen Strategic Partnership Amid Global Challenges

As the world grapples with multiple crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic, extremism, and hate speech, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Russia have reaffirmed their commitment to a solid strategic partnership. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, and Sergey Lavrov, Minister