This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Prosegur Compañía de Seguridad have signed a €60 million loan to finance the company’s research, development and innovation and digital strategy. Prosegur is a Madrid-based multinational providing hybrid surveillance, logistics and cash management services, crypto-assets, security systems, alarms, cybersecurity and outsourcing […]Spain: EIB provides €60 million loan to Prosegur to boost its research, development and innovation and digital strategy
March 2, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Prosegur Compañía de Seguridad have signed a €60 million loan to finance the company’s research, development and innovation and digital strategy. Prosegur is a Madrid-based multinational providing hybrid surveillance, logistics and cash management services, crypto-assets, security systems, alarms, cybersecurity and outsourcing […]Commission welcomes the political agreement for a broader European Globalisation Adjustment Fund supporting workers
February 26, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The Commission welcomes the political agreement reached by the European Parliament and EU Member States on its proposal to strengthen the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers (EGF). The EGF is an EU solidarity instrument for workers who have lost their job due to […]Commission opens in-depth investigation into arbitration award ordering Bulgaria to pay compensation to ACF
January 22, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has opened an in-depth investigation to assess whether an arbitration award, in which Bulgaria is ordered to pay compensation to ACF Renewable Energy Limited for changes to a renewable electricity support measure, is in line with EU State aid rules. The Commission’s investigation […]UN renews ceasefire push in Sudan
December 29, 2025 by Leave a Comment
σThis article is published in association with United Nations. The UN has urged Sudan’s warring parties to pursue compromise and an immediate ceasefire, even as drone attacks, displacement and the killing of peacekeepers underscore the growing risks to civilians and humanitarians. The appeal follows a peace initiative presented by Sudan’s Transitional Prime Minister during a Security […]US-Houthi ceasefire ‘a welcome opportunity’ to advance peace efforts in Yemen
May 16, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The ceasefire between the United States and Houthi rebels in Yemen provides an opportunity to revitalize the peace process in the Middle Eastern country, the UN Security Council heard on Wednesday. Ambassadors were briefed by the UN Special Envoy for Yemen, Hans Grundberg, who commended Oman for […]Culture unites, latest Eurobarometer shows
May 9, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Culture gives citizens a sense of community and integration. According to a new Eurobarometer survey published by the European Commission, citizens strongly support cultural exchange, artistic freedom and fair working conditions for artists. They also call for a stronger EU role to protect heritage […]G7 Leaders Statement on Ceasefire and Hostage Deal
January 17, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. We, the Leaders of the G7, fully endorse and will stand behind the ceasefire agreement reached between Israel and Hamas. This is a significant development that has the potential to secure the release of all remaining hostages; further facilitate urgently needed humanitarian aid; and […]‘Absolutely the wrong path,’ Türk warns against Afghanistan’s ban on women in NGOs
January 2, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, has expressed deep alarm over Afghanistan’s recent decision to revoke the licenses of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that continue to employ Afghan women in the country. The measure, issued by the de facto Ministry of Economy on 26 December, enforces a two-year-old […]Security Council ‘must spare no effort’ to unite and push for peace
September 26, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations UNMISS Vietnamese women UN peacekeepers serving in South Sudan line up at a medal ceremony. (file) Facebook Twitter Print Email 25 September 2024 Peace and Security In a world where peace is “never automatic”, leadership is essential on the part of the UN Security Council which must find better ways to […]Eurobarometer survey shows Europeans are taking action to save energy and embrace clean energy, but want more support to make the transition and keep their bills under control
September 25, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. budgets and drove inflation in the past years. While the peak of the crisis is largely behind us and energy is no longer a predominant inflationary factor, energy prices remain high. The findings of today’s survey are well reflected in the ambition of the […]Ecological Imperatives: Mobilizing for Earth’s Survival
May 23, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Jenyfer Maria Fuentes Mendoza, a medical student from Lima, Peru. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s view on the […]A green transition is urgently needed. Here’s how we can fuel it
March 22, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Chavalit Frederick Tsao, Chairman, IMC Pan Asia Alliance The urgent need to address climate change and accelerate a green transition is imperative for our shared future, as indicated by the World Economic Forum’s New Nature Economy report, which stated approximately […]How innovation can save the world’s remaining biodiversity
March 21, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: John Dutton, Head, Uplink; Member of the Executive Committee, World Economic Forum, Allison Voss, Innovation Ecosystem Lead – Nature, World Economic Forum The concept of biodiversity may be broad and complex, encompassing all life-forms on our planet and the finely-tuned […]Why companies must invest in innovative solutions for forest conservation and restoration
March 21, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Marina Ruta, Business Engagement Lead, 1t.org., Allison Voss, Innovation Ecosystem Lead – Nature, World Economic Forum Today marks International Forest Day, an occasion to raise awareness about the importance of forests and trees. This year’s theme, Forest and Innovation – […]Commission takes action to boost biotechnology and biomanufacturing in the EU
March 21, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the Commission has proposed a series of targeted actions to boost biotechnology and biomanufacturing in the EU. The Communication on Building the future with nature identifies the challenges and barriers and proposes to tackle them, in line with the Communication on the long-term competitiveness of the EU. The advances in […]The male blueprint: What it is — and how it stops women from reaching the C-suite
March 11, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Silvia Wiesner, Consultant, Leadership Advisory, Egon Zehnder Progress has been made worldwide in terms of promoting gender diversity in leadership. However, that progress comes with caveats. LinkedIn data indicates that representation of women drops to 25% in C-suite positions on […]Excerpts from the Press Conference of China’s Minister for Foreign Affairs Wang Yi on March 7 2024
March 8, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article was first published at the website of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China On March 7, 2024, a press conference was held on the margins of the Second Session of the 14th National People’s Congress at the Media Center, during which Member of the Political Bureau of the […]10 things we learned at the WTO’s trade meeting in Abu Dhabi
March 6, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Simon Lacey, Head, Digital Trade and Geopolitics, World Economic Forum Trade ministers from across the world met in Abu Dhabi last week to discuss and review the functioning of the world trade system and the future work of the […]What is the neutral interest rate and why is it in focus?
March 5, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Emma Charlton, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda With the World Economic Forum’s latest Chief Economists Outlook saying policymakers face persistent headwinds, continued volatility and slow global economic activity, central bankers around the world are grappling to find appropriate policy settings. On top […]For manufacturers, the circular economy strengthens supply chains. Here’s how
February 27, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Henrik Hvid Jensen, Chief Technology Strategist NEE, DXC Technology In an era defined by globalization and the pursuit of efficiency, supply chains have become essential yet vulnerable networks within the global economy. This vulnerability, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions, […]First vote on the biggest EU customs reform since 1968
February 22, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Thursday, the Internal Market Committee adopted its position on the EU Customs Code reform that will restructure the way customs authorities work in the EU. The proposed reform aims to relieve customs authorities who have come under huge pressure due to the exponential […]Why investing in land is a business imperative for a sustainable future
January 16, 2024 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Ibrahim Thiaw, Undersecretary-General of the United Nations; Executive Secretary, United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) Land degradation — a crisis exacerbated by increasing droughts — poses an existential threat to our ecosystems and economies. Global GDP is inherently […]Weight loss drugs are not the only answer: Why we must redefine the obesity journey
January 11, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Glen Tullman, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Transcarent The problem The disease of obesity has reached pandemic status. According to the World Obesity Foundation, more than half of the world’s population is expected to be overweight or obese by 2035 and the […]Women’s healthcare needs are changing: How do we meet them where they are?
January 2, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Deeptha Khanna, Chief Business Leader, Personal Health; Executive Vice-President and Member of the Executive Committee, Royal Philips Only in the past decade have we seen greater global attention drawn to the gender equity gap in healthcare – from […]How is AI reshaping the travel experience?
December 19, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Jane Sun, Chief Executive Officer, Trip.com Group In the dynamic landscape of travel, artificial intelligence (AI) stands as a beacon of transformation, reshaping our journey from the moment we decide to explore the world. In building an AI ecosystem […]2024 is a record year for elections. Here’s what you need to know
December 18, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Victoria Masterson, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda 2024 is a historic election year, with elections in 50 countries.More than 2 billion voters will head to the polls in countries including the United States, India, Mexico and South Africa.Geopolitical volatility is […]These 3 cities already have their own metaverse
November 29, 2023 by 2 Comments
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Ewan Thomson, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda Does your city have its own metaverse yet? Nearly 700 cities will have some kind of metaverse infrastructure by 2030, according to a new report by technology intelligence firm ABI Research. Some […]How open banking is levelling the financial playing field in the Middle East
November 23, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Yasmeen Al-Sharaf, Director of Fintech and Innovation, Central Bank of Bahrain The swiftly expanding open banking sector offers benefits to both the fintech industry and customers.By supporting entrepreneurs, it can help governments diversify their economies.Bahrain is leading Middle […]The Interoperable Europe Act will improve online public services for people and businesses
November 14, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The Commission welcomes the agreement reached last evening between the European Parliament and Council on the Interoperable Europe Act. This regulation will strengthen cross-border interoperability and cooperation in the public sector across the EU. The Commission proposed the Act to help achieve Europe’s digital […]How data-driven community engagement can drive meaningful change
November 2, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Athenia Rodney, CEO & Owner, Umoja Event Planning Company, Michael Lenihan, Founder and CEO, Public Sentiment, Suzanne Dikker, Research Associate Professor, Department of Psychology at New York University; Director, MindHive, Felicia Zerwas, Postdoctoral Researcher, Department of Psychology, New […]How Africa’s youth will drive global growth
August 17, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Chido Mpemba, African Union Chairperson’s Youth Envoy, African Union Commission, Chido Munyati, Head of Regional Agenda, Africa, World Economic Forum By 2035, there will be more young Africans entering the workforce each year than in the rest of […]
Youth: The Key To Breaking Taboos Surrounding Menstruation and Fighting Period Poverty
June 6, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Anthony Collins, a fifth year Medical Student from UWI Mona in Kingston, Jamaica. He is affiliated to the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writers and do not necessarily reflect […]EU agrees 10th package of sanctions against Russia
February 28, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The Commission welcomes the Council’s adoption of a 10th package of sanctions against Russia and those that support it in its illegal aggression against Ukraine. 24 February marks one year since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine and 9 years since the beginning of Russia’s […]
