Tag: Cross-border collaboration
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Palestinian Farmers and Israeli Community: Coexistence in Action
Introduction: A Quiet Pact Amidst Volatility In a landscape defined by security alarms and political rancor, a quiet, practical partnership has persisted for years between the Palestinian village of Jalameh and the Israeli commuter town of Sha’ar Efraim. Nestled between the Jordan Valley foothills and central Israel, this corridor has become a symbol of how…
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Bridge of Cooperation: Palestinian Farmers and Israeli Community Near Jalameh
Hope in the Heart of a Volatile Landscape Between the Israeli community of Sha’ar Efraim in central Israel and the Palestinian village of Jalameh in the West Bank lies a quiet, daily partnership that has endured despite one of the region’s most volatile security situations in decades. The collaboration is not a grand peace settlement…
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Africa’s Great Elephant Divide: Nations Struggle with Too Many or Too Few
Understanding Africa’s Elephant Divide In Africa, elephants are both emblematic and endangered, symbolizing vast landscapes and fragile ecosystems. Yet for many countries, the continent’s elephants exist on opposite ends of a difficult spectrum: some nations grapple with burgeoning herds that threaten crops and water sources, while others face alarming declines driven by poaching, habitat loss,…
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Keche Joshua Slams AFRIMA Crowd Reception in Lagos
Ghana’s Keche Joshua Reacts to AFRIMA’s Lagos Reception Ghanaian musician Keche Joshua has voiced strong disappointment over what he termed a “dead crowd” reaction to Ghanaian performers at the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) ceremony held in Lagos, Nigeria. The comments, shared on social media, have sparked a wider conversation about cross-country support within Africa’s…
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Keche Joshua: Respect Our Own at AFRIMA to Earn Respect
Ghanaian Artists Push Back Against Perceived Slights at AFRIMA Ghanaian musicians felt a sting at the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) ceremony held in Lagos, Nigeria, prompting a bold reaction from Keche Joshua, a member of the popular duo Keche. On social media, Joshua expressed frustration over what he described as a cold reception for…
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Diphtheria Response in Africa: Ministers Renew Commitments
Overview: Renewed political will to curb diphtheria across Africa In a pivotal moment for public health in Africa, health ministers from eight member states gathered to reaffirm their resolve to halt the resurgence of diphtheria. The high-level advocacy meeting, held in Brazzaville, brought together senior government officials, international partners, and civil society to synchronize efforts…
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Singapore Firms Accelerate into China’s Autonomous Bus Market with MooVita Tech
Singaporean tech meets Guangzhou’s streets Singaporean firms are expanding their footprint in China’s burgeoning autonomous vehicle (AV) sector as driverless buses equipped with local startup MooVita’s technology prepare to hit the streets of Guangzhou. The move signals a broader strategy by Singapore-based companies to collaborate with Chinese partners, scale new mobility solutions, and test cutting-edge…
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Xbox and the Golden Era of Japanese Game Development on the 360
Introduction: A pivotal moment for Xbox and Japanese developers The Xbox 360 era, launched amid bold promises and fierce competition, marked a turning point in how Microsoft engaged with Japanese game developers. In a market long dominated by PlayStation and Nintendo, the Xbox team pursued deep collaborations, exclusive partnerships, and a push to localize experiences…
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Singaporean Stars Honor Benz Hui at Hong Kong Funeral
Singaporean Figures Attend Benz Hui’s Hong Kong Funeral Singaporean public life intersected with Hong Kong cinema on November 18 as prominent local figures attended the funeral of Benz Hui, the acclaimed actor known for his roles in crime thrillers and television series such as Line Walker. Among the mourners were former Singaporean Member of Parliament…
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Scaling the WEFE Nexus Across Central Asia for Climate Resilience
Introduction: Bridging science, policy, and practice The WEFE (water, energy, food, and ecosystems) Nexus offers a holistic framework to address interlinked challenges in Central Asia. As climate risks intensify, bridging science, policy, and on-the-ground practice becomes essential to accelerate climate-resilient solutions that span borders and sectors. This article outlines how integrated WEFE approaches can scale…