Tag: Sustainable Development
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Pakistan and EU Reaffirm Strategic Partnership in 7th Dialogue in Brussels
Overview: A Renewed Commitment in Brussels The 7th Strategic Dialogue between Pakistan and the European Union, held in Brussels on November 24, 2025, reinforced a mutual commitment to a broad-based, forward-looking partnership. Co-chaired by Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister and senior EU officials, the talks signaled a shared intention to deepen cooperation across…
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Kwara Community Hails LG Electronics for Solving 15-Year Water Woes in Ilorin
Longstanding Water Scarcity Meets High-Tech Intervention Residents of Anfeyin Olokuta in Ilorin, Kwara State, are celebrating a turning point after 15 years of struggling with potable water. What began as a daily grind for families—pulling scarce supplies from unreliable sources, hours spent queuing for water, and frequent health concerns—has evolved into a renewed sense of…
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Ireland Accepts EU Cop30 Text: A Reluctant Step Toward a Climate Compromise
Ireland’s Stance at Cop30: Reluctant Support for a Compromise Ireland has signaled cautious support for the European Union’s decision to back the Cop30 presidency text during the ongoing climate negotiations in Brazil. Climate Minister Darragh O’Brien stated that while Ireland supports the EU’s position, the country is concerned that the deal does not include a…
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Botswana remains a key partner for Malaysia in Africa, says PM Anwar Ibrahim
Overview: A growing partnership between Malaysia and Botswana Johannesburg, Nov 22 — Botswana continues to be a pivotal partner for Malaysia in Africa, with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim highlighting the deepening economic ties during recent remarks. The mutual interest centers on sustaining and expanding investments, trade, and cooperative projects that benefit both nations.…
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Malaysia and Botswana Eye Broad New Cooperation for Mutual Benefit, Says PM Anwar Ibrahim
Malaysia and Botswana Set Sights on Expanding Cooperation In a meeting that underscored long-standing ties and growing ambition, Malaysia and Botswana announced plans to explore new areas of cooperation that promise mutual benefits. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim conveyed that after three decades of diplomatic engagement, both nations are ready to broaden their collaboration beyond existing…
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Making Universal Energy Access Africa’s Top Climate Priority
Introduction: Africa’s Moment in Global Climate Action As COP30 unfolds in Belém, Brazil, Africa faces a defining opportunity to frame climate action through a practical, people-centered lens: universal energy access. This is not merely about lights turning on at night; it is about the catalytic role reliable electricity plays in health, education, economic growth, and…
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Climate Crisis Is New Colonialism
The Irony at the Heart of Climate Change The climate crisis exposes a troubling irony: the nations least responsible for greenhouse gas emissions are often the first and most severely affected by its impacts. Small island states, least-developed countries, and communities in the global south face stronger storms, higher sea levels, and longer droughts while…
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UN Daily Press Briefing: Secretary-General’s G20 Trip and Key Agendas
Overview of the Briefing In today’s daily press briefing, the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General, led by Stéphane Dujarric, provided an outline of the Secretary-General’s forthcoming engagements, with a focus on the annual G20 summit. The briefing highlighted the purpose of the trip, its expected outcomes, and the broader priorities guiding UN diplomacy…
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Why African Banks Should Lead Urban Infrastructure Projects
Why African Banks Are Best Positioned to Lead Urban Infrastructure Africa’s urban future hinges on smart, scalable infrastructure. As megacities expand and populations double over the next 25 years, housing, electricity, and transport systems must keep pace. African banks and institutional investors stand at the forefront of this opportunity, uniquely positioned to mobilize capital, manage…
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Nigeria joins $25m push to curb methane and super pollutants
New global effort targets methane and other super pollutants Nigeria has been selected as one of seven pioneer countries to benefit from an initial $25 million funding package under the Super Pollutant Country Action Accelerator. The global initiative is designed to accelerate action on methane and other super pollutants that contribute to climate change and…