Tag: Regional cooperation
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A New Deal for the Mekong: Toward Joint Management and Shared Prosperity
Overview: Reframing the Mekong Story The Mekong River basin sits at the heart of Southeast Asia’s development, culture, and ecological wealth. Yet fragmentation and competing claims over water resources, hydropower, fisheries, and flood control threaten both livelihoods and regional harmony. A new deal for the Mekong envisions a shift from unilateral projects to a coordinated,…
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Regional Launch of Europe’s Environment 2025: Two Decades of Partnership with EEA Cooperating Countries
Regional launch marks two decades of environmental partnership The regional launch of Europe’s Environment 2025 celebrated a milestone: twenty years of collaboration between the European Environment Agency (EEA) and its cooperating countries in Southeast Europe. The event brought together EEA Executive Director Leena Ylä-Mononen and senior environmental representatives from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, Montenegro,…
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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…
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Boundary National Games Ends with a Bang: Shenzhen Concludes Cross-Boundary Edition
Shenzhen Concludes a Historic Cross-Boundary National Games The flame for the 15th National Games was extinguished in Shenzhen on Friday night, bringing to a dramatic close the first cross-boundary edition of China’s premier multisport event. This edition, jointly staged by Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao, marked a milestone in regional cooperation and showcased how a…
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Ethiopia Leads Regional Road Safety Transformation, Says Minister Alemu Sime
Introduction: A Regional Push for Safer Roads Ethiopia is stepping into a leadership role in road safety across its region, signaling a shift from isolated measures to a coordinated, cross-border effort. Minister of Transport and Logistics Alemu Sime outlined a strategy that couples national reforms with regional collaboration, aiming to reduce traffic injuries and fatalities…
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Tracing the Backstory of the U.S. Caribbean Drug Policy: From Interdiction to Policy Rethink
Introduction: A policy pivot in plain sight The U.S. approach to Caribbean drug trafficking has long blended maritime interdiction, cooperation with regional partners, and domestic enforcement strategies. A recent look at internal documents and policy recalls reveals a notable pivot during and after the Trump years, when senior Justice Department officials signaled a reassessment of…
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Ethiopia Leads Regional Road Safety Transformation Efforts, Says Minister Alemu Sime
Introduction: Ethiopia’s Pioneering Role in Regional Road Safety Ethiopia is positioning itself as a regional leader in road safety transformation, with concerted efforts that connect national policy, community engagement, and international partnerships. Speaking as Minister of Transport and Logistics, Alemu Sime underscored that the country’s approach goes beyond domestic reforms, aligning with broader regional objectives…
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Ethiopia Leads Regional Road Safety Transformation Efforts
Ethiopia at the Forefront of a Regional Road Safety Transformation Ethiopia is stepping into a pivotal role in reshaping road safety across its region, driven by a concerted effort that combines government leadership, community engagement, and partnerships with international organizations and local stakeholders. Minister of Transport and Logistics Alemu Sime recently highlighted a holistic approach…
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ICGLR Congratulates Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan on Tanzania’s Presidential Victory
ICGLR Congratulates Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan on Tanzania’s Presidential Victory The International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR) has publicly congratulated Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan on her victory in Tanzania’s presidential race. The acknowledgment underscores the regional body’s interest in a stable, prosperous, and inclusive future for Tanzania, a country with strategic significance in…
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Deadly Blasts in India’s Capital and Pakistan’s Capital Spark Regional Alarm
Overview: Two Blasts, Similar Impact Two brazen bombings struck the capitals of South Asia within 24 hours of each other, each leaving about a dozen people dead. The strikes, concentrated in India’s capital and Pakistan’s capital, sent shockwaves through a region already vigilant about security threats. Initial reporting suggested similarities in the devices and the…