Tag: SDGs
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Gender Equality: A Path to Rights and Global Development
Introduction: Why Gender Equality Matters Gender equality is not only a fundamental human right but also a powerful catalyst for healthier, wealthier, and more resilient societies. When women and girls are empowered to participate fully in economic, political, and social life, communities experience tangible improvements in health outcomes, education levels, and economic growth. This article…
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How Impact Investors Know They’re Having an Impact
What is impact investing—and how does it differ from traditional investing? Impact investing is an investment approach that explicitly seeks to generate positive social or environmental outcomes alongside financial returns. Unlike conventional investing, which primarily targets risk-adjusted monetary gains, impact investing asks: What real-world differences does this investment make? In practice, impact investors deploy capital…
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Digital Continuous Transactional Reporting for VAT: OECD Policy Insights
Overview: Why Digital Continuous Transactional Reporting for VAT matters The OECD report on Digital Continuous Transactional Reporting (CTR) for Value-Added Tax (VAT) highlights a transformative approach to tax administration. By mandating real-time or near-real-time reporting of every taxable transaction, governments can improve VAT collection, minimize fraud, and strengthen fiscal resilience. This shift aligns with broader…
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OECD Digital Continuous Transactional Reporting for VAT: Policy and Design
Overview: What Digital Continuous Transactional Reporting for VAT Entails The OECD report on Digital Continuous Transactional Reporting for Value-Added Tax (VAT) presents a framework for real-time or near‑real‑time VAT data collection. The goal is to improve accuracy, reduce compliance costs for businesses, and close revenue gaps for governments. By moving from periodic VAT returns to…
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Flags Rise in Doha as Leaders Convene for UN Social Development Summit
Doha Hosts a Pivotal Moment for Global Social Development Flags fluttered and dignitaries gathered as Doha welcomed world leaders for a landmark UN social development summit at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC). The brief ceremony underscored the United Nations’ official designation of the QNCC as the venue where participants will work to reinvigorate the…
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Flags Rise in Doha as UN Social Development Summit Opens at QNCC
Doha Hosts a Pivotal Moment for Global Social Policy Flags flutter above the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) as world leaders converge for the United Nations’ official takeover of the venue for a high-stakes push to reinvigorate the global social pact. The brief, symbolic ceremony marks more than a ceremonial handover; it signals a renewed…
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Zimbabwe Hosts International Wildlife Conservation Symposium to Drive Regional Collaboration
Overview: A Promising Step for Regional Conservation From October 22–23, 2025, Zimbabwe’s Zimbabwe National Parks Authority (ZIMPARKS) convened an international wildlife conservation symposium designed to foster interdisciplinary collaboration among biodiversity experts, climate scientists, sustainable tourism professionals, and community leaders. The event highlighted innovative technologies, community-driven strategies, and new financing models aimed at advancing sustainable development…
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Those Left Behind: Unraveling the Global Fight Against Poverty
Introduction: The Persistent Challenge of Global Poverty Poverty is more than a lack of money; it is a denial of dignity, opportunity, and choice. While the international community vowed to eradicate poverty through the Millennium Development Goals and the Sustainable Development Goals, shocks like the Covid-19 pandemic exposed how fragile progress can be. This article…
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Those Left Behind: The Forgotten in the Fight Against Global Poverty
Introduction: A Persistence at Odds with Progress Poverty is more than a lack of money. It is a multifaceted violation of human dignity that limits choices, opportunities, and a sense of security. While the international community has pursued ambitious goals like the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), shocks such as…
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Those left behind: the forgotten in the fight against global poverty
Introduction: why the forgotten still matter Poverty is more than a lack of money; it is a denial of dignity, health, safety, and opportunity. The global community’s commitment to eradicating poverty—through milestones like the Millennium Development Goals and the Sustainable Development Goals—has yielded real progress. Yet the shocks of COVID-19 and other crises, coupled with…