Tag: International Cooperation
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Singapore arrests former captain of alleged scam kingpin Chen Zhi’s yacht
Singapore Makes Move Against a Key Figure in a Large-Scale Scam Network Singapore authorities have made a significant arrest in a case that has drawn attention across Asia for its scale and intricate offshore operations. Nigel Tang Wan Bao Nabil, a US-sanctioned individual linked to the operation of a superyacht, was taken into custody upon…
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Inside the 9,000km rhino horn smuggling route from South Africa to Singapore
Overview: A 9,000km trafficking corridor The investigation into rhino horn trafficking reveals a sprawling, transcontinental route that begins in Africa’s wildlife heartlands and ends in the urban hubs of Southeast Asia. Across continents, criminal networks exploit legal loopholes, transport corridors, and the high demand for rhino horn to move contraband worth millions of dollars. At…
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Hawke’s Bay man deemed a national security threat amid mass-killing plot
A disturbing plot comes to light A man from Hawke’s Bay has been deemed a national security threat after authorities uncovered plans to commit a mass killing. The case drew immediate attention from national security agencies, who say the suspect posed a credible risk to the public. The revelation underscores how small communities can be…
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UNEA-7 Adopts 11 Resolutions amid Debate and Divisions in Nairobi
UNEA-7 Wraps Up with 11 Resolutions Amid Contention The seventh session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7) concluded in Nairobi, Kenya on December 12, 2025, with the adoption of 11 resolutions from 15 draft proposals. The results, while seen by some as a step forward for global environmental governance, drew sharp criticism from civil…
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UNEA-7 Adopts 11 Resolutions Amid Debate and Division
Overview: UNEA-7 Concludes in Nairobi with a Mixed Outcome The seventh session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7) wrapped up in Nairobi, Kenya on December 12, 2025, after a week of intense negotiations among nearly 200 member states and hundreds of civil society organizations. Delegates adopted 11 resolutions from a slate of 15 draft…
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The UN Keeps a Closer Watch on 3I/ATLAS: Why the Interstellar Comet Matters
Overview: Why 3I/ATLAS Is on the Global Radar As astronomers track the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, the attention isn’t just on its unusual origin or its speed. It is also a test case for international coordination in planetary defense. The United Nations, through the International Asteroid Warning Network (IAWN), is closely watching the comet as it…
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Thai-Japan-Taiwan Covert Operation: Woman Sought for Forcing 12-Year-Old into Prostitution in Tokyo
Overview of the Case An arrest warrant has been issued for a 29-year-old woman accused of coercing her 12-year-old daughter to work at a massage parlour in central Tokyo. The case has triggered a cross-border law enforcement effort involving Thailand, Japan, and Taiwan, underscoring the global nature of child trafficking and exploitation networks. Authorities say…
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Int’l Cooperation Vital in Addressing Maritime Challenges: DFA Chief
Why International Cooperation Matters for Maritime Security Maritime domains cover vast ocean spaces where goods, people, and energy traverse daily. As pressures on oceans grow—from piracy and illicit trafficking to overfishing and polluting practices—no single country can secure these waters alone. DFA Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro underscored that international cooperation is essential to raise maritime…
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Cooperation Vital to Address Maritime Security, Resources
Global cooperation to strengthen maritime domain awareness International cooperation is essential for improving maritime domain awareness, a critical step in safeguarding sea lanes, fisheries, and coastal communities. In remarks that highlighted ongoing challenges, Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro underscored that no single nation can effectively secure its maritime interests in isolation.…
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International Cooperation Vital to Address Maritime Challenges, DFA Chief Says
International Cooperation at the Core of Maritime Security In a recent address, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro underscored the essential role of international cooperation in strengthening maritime domain awareness. She noted that persistent challenges in maritime security, as well as in the management of marine resources and infrastructure, demand coordinated…