This article is published in association with United Nations. UN peacekeeping must be fit for purpose as the nature of conflict evolves in the 21st century along with new weapons technology, more than 60 nations heard this week at a global forum on the future of peace operations, taking place in Indonesia. “Our thinking should be […]Global forum suggests fresh ideas for 21st century UN peacekeeping
February 10, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. UN peacekeeping must be fit for purpose as the nature of conflict evolves in the 21st century along with new weapons technology, more than 60 nations heard this week at a global forum on the future of peace operations, taking place in Indonesia. “Our thinking should be […]EIB Board approves €2.4 billion of financing for business innovation, energy grids, flood resilience and transport
February 6, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. The European Investment Bank (EIB) today approved €2.4 billion of new financing for business investment, clean energy, transport, telecommunications and flood protection in Europe. The EIB Board of Directors also discussed the strategic orientation of EIB Global. Reflecting the changing geopolitical context and even better aligning […]Commission approves International Paper’s acquisition of DS Smith subject to conditions
January 27, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the proposed acquisition of DS Smith Plc (‘DS Smith‘)by International Paper Company (‘International Paper‘). The approval is conditional upon full compliance with the commitments offered by the parties. The Commission’s investigation International Paper and […]Sweden: City of Malmö to build thousands of energy-efficient homes with EIB financing of €225 million
January 21, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. The European Investment Bank (EIB) will lend the Swedish city of Malmö SEK 2.6 billion (around €225 million) to build energy-efficient homes. The project will add more than 1,500 apartments in the city while advancing European Union climate goals and helping Sweden achieve its own energy-efficiency […]Strategic Dialogue on the Future of the European Automotive Industry will be launched on 30 January
January 21, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. As announced by President Ursula von der Leyen to the European Parliament on November 27, 2024, the European Commission is launching a Strategic Dialogue with the European automotive industry, social partners and other key stakeholders on 30 January. This initiative underscores the Commission’s commitment to safeguarding […]Lebanon: Appeal for $371.4 million to boost life-saving support
January 8, 2025 by Leave a Comment
The UN and the Government of Lebanon unveiled a $371.4 million extension of the Lebanon Flash Appeal on Tuesday aiming to provide life-saving assistance to civilians affected by the recent conflict and ongoing humanitarian crisis. Announced at the Grand Serail in Beirut by Deputy Prime Minister Saade el-Shami and UN Humanitarian Coordinator Imran Riza, the appeal […]Major step forward for child protection in Colombia, as politicians ban underage marriage
December 31, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The decision by members of congress in Colombia to abolish a law allowing marriages from the age of 14 – with parental consent – has been applauded by UN agencies. In November, following several failed attempts, politicians of all stripes approved a bill to overhaul legislation that […]World News in Brief: Arrivals surge in South Sudan, the rise of digital media, Haiti crisis update
December 11, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. UNHCR, the UN refugee agency, has issued an alert after a surge in the number of displaced people fleeing war-torn Sudan for neighbouring South Sudan. More than 20,000 crossed into South Sudan last week alone, with the number of daily arrivals tripling, compared to previous weeks. This […]EBRD increases stake in Estonian renewable-energy producer Sunly
December 6, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with EBRD. The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has increased its equity stake in Sunly, a renewable-energy developer and Independent Power Producer of power, with a €36 million investment. The EBRD became a minority shareholder in Sunly in 2023, having invested €30 million alongside the French […]New GSMA report shows mobile internet connectivity continues to grow globally but barriers for 3.45 billion unconnected people remain
November 22, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the GSMA. Connecting those with access to existing mobile internet services would deliver an estimated additional $3.5 trillion in total GDP during 2023-2030 23 October 2024, London: The benefits of mobile connectivity have yet to be fully realised as 43% of the global population – equivalent to […]85 per cent of journalist killings go unpunished
November 4, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Between 2006 and 2024, over 1,700 journalists have been killed around the world, and around 85 percent of the cases did not make it to court, according to a report by the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The dangers faced by journalists, including risks to […]Commission fines České dráhy and Österreichische Bundesbahnen €48.7 million over collusion to exclude common competitor
October 24, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has fined České dráhy (‘ČD‘) and Österreichische Bundesbahnen (‘ÖBB‘), the Czech and Austrian rail incumbents, a total of €48.7 million for breaching EU antitrust rules. ČD and ÖBB colluded to prevent a new entrant, RegioJet, from accessing used wagons, thus restricting […]What is hyperinflation and should we be worried?
June 14, 2022 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Helen Nugent, Senior Writer, Formative Content Hyperinflation has been around since the French Revolution.But with high inflation around the world, should we be worried about it in 2022?Inflation is at a 40-year-peak in the US and the UK.The […]
