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Hebrides hosts NATO drill against missile attacks

The northwest of Scotland is hosting elements of a major military exercise, lasting from May 3-23, with ten different nations taking part   Subscribe for full access to West Coast Today or Register for 1 free article per week Subscribing gives you access …

Lowest OECD tax burdens in Slovakia, Poland

Reading Time: 3 minutes Workers in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) enjoy some of the lowest personal income tax rates in Europe, with Slovakia and Poland the outliers for individuals and families, according to a new Organisation for Economic Co-operation …

Poverty persists across PNG and Pacific despite economic growth - World Bank

The World Bank report says PNG has some of the poorest nutrition outcomes in the world. (file image) Photo: RNZ Pacific / Johnny Blades About half of Papua New Guinea's population lives on less than US$3.65 a day, and there has been little change …

Nicaragua to withdraw from UNESCO

Nicaragua’s Foreign Minister Valdrack Jaentschke has informed Audrey Azoulay, Director General of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), that the country is withdrawing from this organization because it awarded a …

First Infantry Brigade's medical unit demonstrates NATO-standard field hospital operations

„ნატო-საქართველოს სწავლება 2025“-ის ფარგლებში, ვაზიანის საწვრთნელ ბაზაზე ნატოს სტანდარტებით აღჭურვილმა პირველი ქვეითი ბრიგადის სამედიცინო ასეულმა საჩვენებელი სწავლება ჩაატარა. სწავლების სცენარის მიხედვით განხორციელდა დაჭრილი სამხედროების ევაკუაცია საველე …

Nicaragua decides to withdraw from UNESCO

The United Nations agency that promotes education, science and culture and also works for the preservation of outstanding cultural and natural heritage around the world is abruptly losing one of its 194 member states, APA reports citing Associated Press. …

ERIA President Highlights ASEAN’s Investment Readiness and Transformation Agenda at OECD Southeast Asia Regional Forum ...

Bangkok, 2 May 2025: ERIA President Tetsuya Watanabe participated in the OECD Southeast Asia Regional Forum 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand, at the invitation of OECD Secretary-General Mathias Cormann and Thailand’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Maris …

ASEAN Sustainable Urbanization Strategy Phase II Kicks Off in Luang Prabang

KPL The second phase of the ASEAN Sustainable Urbanization Strategy (ASUS Phase II) was officially launched on May 2, 2025, in Luang Prabang province. (KPL) The second phase of the ASEAN Sustainable Urbanization Strategy (ASUS Phase II) was officially …

IMF directs Pakistan to close 1,000 Utility Stores, cut workforce by June 30

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has directed Pakistan to implement significant staff reductions at the Utility Stores Corporation (USC) by June 30 as part of a right-sizing strategy, ARY News reported, citing sources.   The private television channel …

ASEAN joins Japan, China and South Korea in warning of global fallout from protectionism

Finance ministers and central bank governors of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) plus Japan, China and South Korea warned of the potential global economic fallout from protectionist trade policies following an announcement by US President …

Poll troll ops coming from China, Russia, Asean region - Tolentino

MANILA, Philippines —Fake news and accounts allegedly trying to influence political discourse in the Philippines do not only originate from China, but likewise from Russia and other countries, Sen. Francis Tolentino, chairperson of the Senate panel on …

United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) – established Advisory Committee concludes its deliberations on the ...

<img src="https://www.africa-newsroom.com/files/large/a6d9207619283df" 0="" alt="United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) &#8211; established Advisory Committee concludes its deliberations on the …

Joint Statement Of The 28th ASEAN+3 Finance Ministers' And Central Bank Governors' Meeting

I. Introduction  1.  The 28th ASEAN+3 Finance Ministers’ and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting (AFMGM+3) took place on 4 May 2025 in Milan, Italy under the co-chairmanship of H.E. Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan, Minister of Finance II of Malaysia, H.E. Dato’ …

NATO jets in Lithuania escorted Russian warplanes 5 times in April — Defense Ministry

VILNIUS, May 5. /TASS/. NATO fighter jets, deployed on a rotational basis at the Lithuanian airbase Zokniai, escorted Russian warplanes near the borders five times in April, the Lithuanian Defense Ministry has said. According to the ministry, no …

China urges Japan, South Korea and Asean to deepen cooperation amid trade war turbulence

China’s central bank governor and finance minister have called for deeper cooperation with Asean, Japan and South Korea amid rising global volatility and geopolitical headwinds. Finance Minister Lan Foan said Beijing is willing to work with regional …

NATO drills involving 3,700 troops from eight countries begin in Lithuania

VILNIUS, May 5. /TASS/. Major international exercises dubbed Gelezinis Vilkas (or Iron Wolf), which involve about 3,700 troops from eight NATO countries, are underway in Lithuania, the Baltic nation’s army command said in a statement. "The …

IMF trims Middle East growth forecast

Fund lowers regional GDP projection to 2.6% over lower oil prices and US tariff exposure Become a MEED subscriber for unlimited access to: Exclusive news, comment and analysis on the MENA region An unrivalled 20-year old archive Exclusive announcements on …

Japan's 2024 development aid to rank 4th in OECD, behind Britain

Japan was likely the fourth-largest official development assistance provider last year among members of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, with Britain reclaiming third place, according to the body's preliminary data. The United …

Trump’s tariffs: ASEAN+3 reaffirms free trade stance

Safe Surfin' Foundation Selects Kevin Donovan As VP, Bringing Decades of Global Leadership & Passion for Internet Safety

FLOYD, VA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Safe Surfin’ Foundation is excited to announce Kevin Donovan as its new Vice President. With over 30 years of global leadership experience in sports, entertainment, technology, and …

Talentuch Launches a Unique Event Format: Live Q&A Session with Recruitment Experts

Talentuch is hosting a live session event to discuss global hiring challenges and opportunities with HR directors and business executives worldwide. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Talentuch is pleased to announce a …

WXN Announces 2025 GAIL Award Winners: Spotlighting Global DEIB Champions

Honouring 25 Visionary Leaders and Organizations Driving Inclusive Excellence Worldwide TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WXN (Women’s Executive Network), along with Platinum Partner MLSE, today unveiled the names of 25 …

AMMWEC to Host Capitol Hill Event: "Towards a Broader Abraham Accords: Embracing Asia's Potential"

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) will be hosting an upcoming Capitol Hill event titled "Towards a Broader Abraham Accords: Embracing …

Anne Marie Otáñez Selected to Present at The CPD Expo 2025 in London, Showcasing Her CPD-Accredited Leadership Program

Anne Marie Otáñez to showcase her CPD-accredited leadership program at The CPD Expo 2025, advancing inclusive executive training. SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Internationally recognized executive coach and …

تحت شعار (التجربة أولاً) 'العصر الجديد لتطوير المواهب' مؤتمر ATD الشرق الأوسط 2025 يستكشف العصر الجديد لتطوير المواهب

ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- تنطلق فعاليات الدورة التاسعة من مؤتمر ATD الشرق الأوسط في الفترة ما بين 17 و18 يونيو 2025 و الممتدة ليومين , والتي يحتضنها فندق جراند حياة أبوظبي وفندق الإمارات ريزدنس بيرل ، …

PageProof launches powerful proofing add-in for Microsoft Office

With the launch of the PageProof add-in for Microsoft Office, reviewing and approving Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files is now effortless & efficient. AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PageProof, the industry-leading …

TXM Solutions Launches Scalable Employer of Record Services to Support Business Expansion in the UAE

Why TXM Stands Out as the Top EOR Company in Dubai DUBAI, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TXM Solutions, a UAE-based workforce solutions provider, has launched an expanded suite of Employer of Record (EOR) services …

Global Safety Leaders Convene in Riyadh for Record-Breaking Occupational Safety and Health Conference

Largest, most international edition to date and one of the leading occupational safety and health conferences RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- High-profile international event gathers global leaders in occupational safety …

WebAccountPlus and OpenKM Announce Strategic Global Partnership for SME Digitalization

New alliance delivers ESG-ready AI automation, multi-banking, and document compliance tools to SMEs across ASEAN, MENA and Latin America PFAEFFIKON SZ, SCHWYZ, SWITZERLAND, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WebAccountPlus and OpenKM Expand Open …

Canadian Entrepreneur Uses Personal Development Curriculum to Teach Leadership and Life Skills to Her Children

Canadian entrepreneur uses Prosperity Of Life courses to homeschool her sons—teaching leadership, mindset, and money skills not taught in schools. TORONTO, CANADA, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As conversations around education reform …

Dr. Satpreet Singh Honored at Sri Akal Takht Sahib Ji for Global Contributions to Sikh Heritage and Unity

Singh Sahib Giani Kuldeep Singh Ji Gharghaj Recognizes U.S.-Based Sikh Scholar for Advancing Panthic Values Worldwide AMRITSAR, PUNJAB, INDIA, May 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a spiritually historic moment on April 30, 2025 at Sri Akal Takht …

UNV releases new research on volunteering in human mobility contexts

United Nations Volunteers' research paper, The Contribution of Volunteering in Human Mobility Contexts, highlights the role of volunteers in helping people on the move. It shows through evidence how volunteering fills in gaps in humanitarian assistance …

THE INTERNATIONAL SPACE DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE TO HOST ASTRONAUTS AS NEXTGEN SPEAKERS

The National Space Society’s Annual Conference Will be Held on June 19-22 in Orlando KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, CA, UNITED STATES, May 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Space Society’s 43rd annual International Space Development Conference® …

CAPHRA Calls for Risk-Proportionate Taxation on Safer Nicotine Products Across Asia Pacific

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) has today released a position paper urging governments across the region to adopt risk-proportionate taxation for safer …

Gatsby and BCMS Announce Enhanced GraphQL Integration to Advance Static Site Performance and SEO

DOVER, DE, UNITED STATES, May 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BCMS, a leading headless content management system, has announced an enhanced integration with Gatsby, the popular static site generator. This development is designed to provide …

Great Gatherings Showcases the Best of Greek Wine & Cheese in Boise, Idaho

Boise Events to Spotlight Europe’s Finest Wine and Cheese for U.S. Media and Professionals BOISE, ID, UNITED STATES, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Association of Leading Greek Producer Organizations of Top-Quality Wine and Cheese—comprising the …

AMMWEC and UPF Honor Pakistani Senator Kamran Michael for Championing Religious Freedom

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC), in partnership with the Universal Peace Federation (UPF), proudly presented awards to Pakistani Senator …

Vannin Healthcare pledges £50 MILLION of medical consumables to strengthen disease response across Africa

Landmark Humanitarian Commitment by Vannin Healthcare Targets Critical Supply Shortages Across Africa LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vannin Healthcare today announced a significant, long-term humanitarian commitment, …

Presentan en Miami el libro 'El vuelo final: La Reina del Aire', el jueves 8 de mayo

El libro está firmado por Jesús Romero, exoficial de inteligencia naval de EE.UU., y Steve Tochterman, exagente especial retirado de la FAA MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- El libro El vuelo final: La Reina del Aire se …