Catalytic capital holds the key to Southeast Asia’s green transition Clean energy policies in SE Asia improving but chronic issues impact payouts: SEACEF green fund manager A fair energy transition is desperately needed in Southeast Asia given the growing climatic concerns the region is facing. Due to the region’s aggressive decarbonization ambitions, significant investment is needed; […]
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WHO appeals for $1.5 billion to deliver healthcare in crises © WHO/Ala Kheir | A woman receives medical care at a cholera treatment center in Sudan. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has appealed for more financing to deal with health emergencies that are made worse by conflicts, extreme weather, droughts, and climate change. Every humanitarian
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COP28: Women and climate advocated driving forward change together © COP28/Christophe Viseux This year’s UN climate conference, taking place in Dubai, the largest city in the United Arab Emirates, began its second full week with a diverse range of female leaders and activists raising their voices to demand closing the gender gap and lessening the
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Many areas have seen a halt to progress, in part due to a convergence of crises that include the ongoing pandemic, growing inflation, and the cost-of-living problem, as well as global, environmental, and economic misery, as well as regional and national unrest, conflict, and natural disasters. Because of this, the previous three years have seen
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Step up investment to end violence against women and girls: UN deputy chief Ms. Mohammed said violence against women is one of the most pervasive human rights violations, and a global public health problem with negative multiplier effects across economies, politics, and societies. Rates are alarmingly high, and further aggravated by conflicts, crises, and emergencies. The global backlash against
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Global economy a mixed bag, horizon uncertain: UNCTAD © UNICEF/Karin Schermbrucker | An informal settlement on the outskirts of Johannesburg, South Africa. World economic growth is predicted to slow from 3% to 2.4% through 2023, with little indication of a recovery in 2024, according to a UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) report. These numbers
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Invest in SDGs ‘like never before’ implores UN chief An SDG Stimulus of at least $500 billion annually is firmly supported in the political statement, along with a commitment to assistance for developing nations. Leaders must implement the Summit’s commitments through specific budgets, spending plans, investment strategies, and other initiatives. Additionally, they must increase backing for
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Africa can become a new global supply chain force: UNCTAD © UN Women/Gaganjit Singh| Women from rural areas learn how to build solar power items. In a new report, UNCTAD described that Africa has the potential to be a main exporter of higher value-added goods, spurring economic growth and employment while also driving up productivity and salaries. Rebeca Grynspan, the UNCTAD
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Innovative Startups Compete for Coveted Prize to Fuel Business Growth The Manila Venture Program (MVP) has set the stage for a thrilling showdown of entrepreneurship and innovation with the launch of its flagship event, MVP Demo Day. Set to take place on August 25, 2023, at the prestigious One Ayala venue, MVP Demo Day promises
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“The era of global warming has ended. The era of global boiling has arrived”. Words that the UN secretary general, António Guterres, have said after scientists confirmed July was on track to be the world’s hottest month on record. With an urgent call to action, the ActNow campaign of the United Nations seeks to encourage
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