November 2023

$20 million appeal to support Palestine labour market UN News – Global perspective Human stories

The International Labour Organization (ILO) is seeking $20 million to respond to the critical needs of hundreds of thousands of Palestinian workers and employers affected by the current conflict between Israel and Hamas. The International Labour Organization (ILO) is seeking $20 million to respond to the critical needs of hundreds of thousands of Palestinian workers and

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Fossil fuel producers ‘literally doubling down’, new UNEP report warns UN News – Global perspective Human stories

Contrary to pledges to cut fossil fuel production, government policies worldwide will add up to a doubling of production in 2030, a new report from the UN environment agency (UNEP) revealed on Wednesday.Contrary to pledges to cut fossil fuel production, government policies worldwide will add up to a doubling of production in 2030, a new

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NIPC and MTN Nigeria Reinforce Investment Success Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission

Abuja, Nigeria – November 6, 2023 – In a bid to enhance its appeal to foreign investors, the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC) has joined forces with MTN Nigeria, the country’s leading telecommunications provider, to strengthen ties and foster an environment conducive to business growth and innovation. During a recent meeting at NIPC’s headquarters, Ms.

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Nigeria and Japan Seek to Strengthen Economic Ties Through Business Facilitation Council Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission

ABUJA, Nigeria – November 6 2023 – In a move to enhance economic cooperation and investment opportunities between Nigeria and Japan, the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC) recently hosted H.E. Ambassador, Japan to Nigeria, Mr. Matsunaga Kazuyoshi, for a strategic discussion. The meeting also focused on the upcoming Nigeria-Japan Business Facilitation Council, which aims to

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World News in Brief: UNCTAD development finance call, Nepal quake update, religious freedom in Nicaragua UN News – Global perspective Human stories

The world risks failing the 880 million people living the world’s Least Developed Countries if soaring debt and a chronic lack of international funds prevent them from getting ahead.The world risks failing the 880 million people living the world’s Least Developed Countries if soaring debt and a chronic lack of international funds prevent them from

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Taking a Smart Approach to Making Medicines in Africa Will Save Lives

COVID-19 shone a harsh light on global health inequities. Africa was last in the queue for all the lifesaving tools needed to defeat the new virus, including vaccines, tests, oxygen and personal protective equipment. Yet this is not a new phenomenon. It was several years after antiretroviral drugs (ARVs) for HIV became widely available in

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Cigna explores shedding Medicare Advantage business  Health Archives | Reuters News Agency

Reuters was first to report that U.S. health insurer Cigna Group (CI.N) is exploring the sale of its Medicare Advantage business, which manages government health insurance for people aged 65 and older, a move that would mark a reversal of its expansion in the sector.   The post Cigna explores shedding Medicare Advantage business  appeared first

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