Activists at Bonn accuse developed countries of frustrating the process on climate finance. Pictured here are Danni Taaffe, Head of Communications at Climate Action Network (CAN), Mohamed Adow of Power Shift Africa and Sven Harmeling, Head of Climate at CAN. Credit: Isaiah Esipisu/IPS by Isaiah Esipisu (bonn) Thursday, June 13, 2024 Inter Press Service BONN, Jun
Greg Guyett oversees a broad range of businesses as the chief executive of HSBC’s global banking and markets unit, a role he took on in October 2022, just before rivals started making deep job cuts. But he’s looking to grow most of these businesses including investment banking, securities services and transaction banking, he told Financial News in a wide-ranging interview.
The U.N.’s humanitarian work with partners is more important and complex than ever — not just in terms of saving lives, but also stabilizing communities and countries. And what we do in Chad does matter to those in Chicago, Copenhagen or Canberra, even if it’s far. Within days of the Sudan conflict starting, for example,
CAIRO (AP) — The European Union on Sunday announced a 7.4 billion-euro ($8 billion) aid package for cash-strapped Egypt as concerns mount that economic pressure and conflicts in neighboring countries could drive more migrants to European shores. The deal, which drew criticism from rights groups over Egypt’s human rights record, was signed Sunday afternoon in
by Thalif Deen (united nations) Tuesday, March 05, 2024 Inter Press Service UNITED NATIONS, Mar 05 (IPS) – The UN Ethics Office, established in 2006, has promoted an organizational culture in the world body, including integrity, professionalism, respect for diversity and protection for whistle-blowers. But the UN Pension Fund, whose assets amount to a staggering $88.3
At this point, no one doubts that President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo is and has long been playing the role of kingmaker for presumptive president-elect Prabowo Subianto. As the outgoing President prepares for the handover of power in October, he seems to be doing his utmost to ensure a smooth transition – and a soft landing