Economy: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on May 4, 2025.
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Delivering for Scotland
Source: Scottish Government First Minister to publish Programme for Government. New measures to strengthen Scotland’s public services and ensure people are supported during the cost-of-living crisis will be set out by the First Minister this week. First Minister John Swinney will deliver his Programme for Government on Tuesday 6 May, focused on his four key priorities – […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Civil Aid Service Cadet Corps holds 147th New Cadets Passing-out Parade
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region Civil Aid Service Cadet Corps holds 147th New Cadets Passing-out Parade Speaking at the parade, Mr Ip commended the 180 new cadets for their remarkable endurance, perseverance, and co-operation skills. He said he believes that they will become committed and contributing citizens in the years to come. […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Union Minister of State Dr. L Murugan Launches White Paper on India’s Live Events Economy at WAVES 2025
Source: Government of India Posted On: 03 MAY 2025 5:46PM by PIB Mumbai Mumbai, 3 May 2025 Union Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs, Dr. L Murugan unveiled “India’s Live Events Economy: A Strategic Growth Imperative”—a first-of-its-kind White Paper commissioned by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting and prepared by […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: At WAVES 2025, experts call for unified action against piracy, blending technology, law, and awareness
Source: Government of India At WAVES 2025, experts call for unified action against piracy, blending technology, law, and awarenessPanel discussion highlights economic losses, cybercrime risks, and solutions combining enforcement and education “Effective anti-piracy enforcement could drive a 25% increase in legal video service users” Posted On: 03 MAY 2025 2:51PM by PIB Mumbai Mumbai, 3 […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Report for Framework on Repairability Index (RI) in Mobile and Electronic Sector submitted
Source: Government of India Report for Framework on Repairability Index (RI) in Mobile and Electronic Sector submittedCommittee’s recommendations in alignment with best global practices facilitating industry with innovation and ease of doing business Repairability Index enabling framework applies toSmartphones and Tablets Posted On: 03 MAY 2025 11:03AM by PIB Delhi The Committee constituted for the […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: 10th National Community Radio Awards presented
Source: Government of India 10th National Community Radio Awards presentedUnion Minister of State Dr. L Murugan honours 12 Community Radio Stations for their outstanding contributions Community Radio is a tool to reach out to citizens in all corners of the country; they take important development initiatives to all: Dr. L. Murugan 8th National Community Radio […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Govt committed to creating a creator-first ecosystem in India, says MoS Dr L Murugan
Source: Government of India Govt committed to creating a creator-first ecosystem in India, says MoS Dr L MuruganMotion Picture Association Launches Landmark Report on India’s Entertainment Economy at WAVES 2025 Posted On: 03 MAY 2025 8:55PM by PIB Mumbai Mumbai, 3 May 2025 On the third day of the World Audio Visual and Entertainment […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Drone tech brings new opportunities
Source: Hong Kong Information Services As drone technology continues to advance, its application is expanding across various sectors, including logistics, aerial photography, industrial inspections and more. In response to the growing potential of the low-altitude economy (LAE), the Government has established the Working Group on Developing Low-altitude Economy to formulate development strategies and inter-departmental action […]
MIL-OSI Economics: Inauguration of Cabo Verde’s Technology Park in Praia and Mindelo
Source: African Development Bank Group What: Event inaugurating Cabo Verde’s Tech Park Who: The government of Cabo Verde and the African Development Bank. When: Monday, May 5, 2025 (Praia) and Tuesday, May 6, 2025 (Mindelo) Where: TechPark CV Main Campus in Praia, Santiago and TechPark CV Mindelo Campus, Sao Vicente The government of […]
MIL-OSI USA: $22 Million Renovation to Dietz Stadium
Source: US State of New York overnor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of renovations to Robert H. Dietz Memorial Stadium in the City of Kingston as part of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative. The $22 million project, which was kick-started with $2.5 million from the City of Kingston’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative award, included interior and […]
MIL-OSI USA: Cook, Four Guides for the Journey Ahead
Source: US State of New York Federal Reserve Huge congratulations to Michigan State University’s James Madison College Class of 2025!1 It is an honor to speak to this inspiring and talented graduating class. Before I address the graduates, I would like to thank those who helped you get here: the parents, grandparents, siblings, aunts and […]
MIL-OSI USA: Ricketts Discusses Strengthening Nebraska’s Water Infrastructure at Environment and Public Works Committee
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Pete Ricketts (Nebraska) WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE), a member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, discussed improvements to Nebraska’s water infrastructure, including irrigation, during a committee hearing. Witnesses included Tom Goulette, City Administrator and Utility Superintendent for the City of West Point, […]
MIL-OSI: GoAuto Insurance Delivers Affordable Auto Coverage Solutions for Ohio Drivers
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As Ohio drivers face rising insurance costs and financial pressures, GoAuto Insurance has announced a significant expansion of its cheap auto insurance in Ohio. The company’s customer-first approach directly addresses the challenges many Ohio families experience when seeking quality coverage at reasonable rates. The […]
MIL-OSI Security: Ringleader of Payment Protection Program Fraud Scheme Sentenced to Five Years in Prison
Source: United States Department of Justice (National Center for Disaster Fraud) MIAMI – Raisha Kelly, 44, of Loxahatchee, FL was sentenced to sixty months in prison followed by three years of supervised release and ordered to pay $443,895 in restitution by United States District Court Judge Federico A. Moreno. The sentence follows Kelly’s conviction for conspiracy […]
MIL-OSI Economics: Secretary-General of ASEAN to Welcome the President of the Senate of the Kingdom of Cambodia for Official Visit to the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat
Source: ASEAN At the invitation of H.E. Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, Secretary-General of ASEAN, Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate of the Kingdom of Cambodia, will undertake an Official Visit to the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat, on 5 May 2025. The Official Visit will include a tree planting ceremony, […]
MIL-OSI USA: Neguse, Bennet, Hickenlooper Demand Commerce Department Reverse Planned Cuts to NOAA and Colorado-Based Research Centers
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Joe Neguse (D-Co 2) In a letter to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnik the lawmakers underscored the importance of Cooperative Institutes at Colorado State University and the University of Colorado Boulder. Lafayette, CO — Following public reports of President Trump’s expected effort to implement disastrous funding cuts to […]
MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Neguse Joins Colleagues in Urging Trump to Reverse AmeriCorps Cuts
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Joe Neguse (D-Co 2) Lafayette, CO — Congressman Joe Neguse, Ranking Member of the House Subcommittee on Federal Lands, joined Congresswoman Doris Matsui, Co-Chair of the Bipartisan National Service Caucus, and 148 of their colleagues from the House and Senate in sending a letter to President Donald […]
MIL-OSI Europe: Luis de Guindos: Interview with Die Presse
Source: European Central Bank Interview with Luis de Guindos, Vice-President of the ECB, conducted by Jakob Zirm on 28 April 2025 3 May 2025 Die Presse: Since June 2024 the ECB has already cut interest rates seven times. How long will this period of interest rate cuts last? Luis de Guindos: This will depend on […]
MIL-OSI USA: Senator Gillibrand Statement On President Trump’s Preliminary Budget Request
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for New York Kirsten Gillibrand Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, released the following statement on President Trump’s fiscal year 2026 preliminary budget request, which proposes slashing critical investments in programs related to education, health, affordable housing, scientific research, environmental protection, and […]
MIL-OSI USA: Senator Gillibrand Raises Alarm On Secretary Of Education McMahon’s Decision To Withold Income Of Federal Student Loan Borrowers In Default
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for New York Kirsten Gillibrand Following reports that the United States Department of Education plans to involuntarily withhold the incomes of federal student loan borrowers, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand expressed deep concern towards Secretary of Education Linda McMahon’s decision to garnish the wages and benefits of federal student […]