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  • MIL-OSI Video: 🇿🇩 South Africa – President Addresses United Nations General Debate, 79th Session | #UNGA

    Source: United Nations (Video News)

    Cyril Matamela Ramaphosa, President of the Republic of South Africa, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).

    World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diversity for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.

    The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.

    General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/

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  • MIL-OSI Video: đŸ‡¶đŸ‡Š Qatar – Amir Addresses United Nations General Debate, 79th Session | #UNGA

    Source: United Nations (Video News)

    Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).

    World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diversity for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.

    The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.

    General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/

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  • MIL-OSI Video: 🇹🇮 Colombia – President Addresses United Nations General Debate, 79th Session | #UNGA

    Source: United Nations (Video News)

    Gustavo Petro Urrego, President of the Republic of Colombia, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).

    World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diversity for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.

    The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.

    General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/

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  • MIL-OSI Video: 🇹🇭 Switzerland – President Addresses United Nations General Debate, 79th Session | #UNGA

    Source: United Nations (Video News)

    Viola Amherd, President of the Swiss Confederation, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the UN (New York, 24-30 September 2024).

    World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diversity for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.

    The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.

    General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/

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  • MIL-OSI Video: 🇬đŸ‡č Guatemala – President Addresses United Nations General Debate, 79th Session | #UNGA

    Source: United Nations (Video News)

    CĂ©sar Bernardo ArĂ©valo de LeĂłn, President of the Republic of Guatemala, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).

    World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diversity for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.

    The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.

    General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/

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  • MIL-OSI Video: 🇯🇮 Jordan – King Addresses United Nations General Debate, 79th Session | #UNGA

    Source: United Nations (Video News)

    Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein, King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).

    World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diversity for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.

    The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.

    General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/

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  • MIL-OSI Video: đŸ‡čđŸ‡· TĂŒrkiye – President Addresses United Nations General Debate, 79th Session | #UNGA

    Source: United Nations (Video News)

    Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President of the Republic of TĂŒrkiye, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the UN (New York, 24-30 September 2024).

    World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diversity for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.

    The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.

    General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/

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  • MIL-OSI Video: đŸ‡ș🇾 United States of America – President Addresses United Nations General Debate, 79th Session #UNGA

    Source: United Nations (Video News)

    Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States of America, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).

    World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diversity for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.

    The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.

    General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Picuris Pueblo Site Visit: 750-Kilowatts of New Solar PV Capacity

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    Known as the “Little Pueblo That Could,” Picuris Pueblo in New Mexico finished installing 750-kW of solar power on the Tribe’s lands. This $2.3 million project, co-funded by the Office of Indian Energy, is expected to save the Tribe about $84,900 annually.

    This project builds upon the Tribe’s 1-megawatt solar array project completed in Dec. 2017, also co-funded by the Office of Indian Energy.

    Learn more about the project: https://www.energy.gov/indianenergy/picuris-pueblo-2018-project

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  • MIL-OSI Video: đŸ‡§đŸ‡· Brazil – President Addresses United Nations General Debate, 79th Session | #UNGA

    Source: United Nations (Video News)

    Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, President of the Federative Republic of Brazil, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).

    World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diveristy for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.

    The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.

    General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/

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  • MIL-OSI Video: đŸ‡ș🇳 UN President of the General Assembly Addresses United Nations General Debate, 79th Session

    Source: United Nations (Video News)

    Philemon Yang, President of the 79th session of the General Assembly, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).

    World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diveristy for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.

    The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.

    General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/

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  • MIL-OSI Video: đŸ‡ș🇳 UN Secretary General Addresses United Nations General Debate, 79th Session | #UNGA

    Source: United Nations (Video News)

    António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).

    World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diveristy for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.

    The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.

    General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/

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  • MIL-Evening Report: NZ’s government plans to lift a ban on gene tech outside the lab – here’s what people think

    Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Marie McEntee, Senior Lecturer, School of Environment, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau

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    The government’s recently announced plan to end New Zealand’s effective ban on the use of gene technologies outside the laboratory has reignited debate about this historically contested topic.

    While the government aims to pass legislation and introduce a gene tech regulator before 2026, opposition parties want broad conversations with New Zealanders to gauge their opinions.

    As our research shows, such conversations are complex. They must include a diverse range of people because discussions about gene technology bring strong reactions based on people’s values and beliefs.

    We found this to be especially pointed when talking about the use of these technologies in conservation, environmental protection and food.

    But participants valued the opportunity to have open conversations and to discuss potential scenarios when provided with clear and accessible information. Our research gives insights into what safe and responsible environmental genetic innovation means for New Zealanders.

    Genetic innovation isn’t only a technology issue

    Our research was conducted over 18 months before the government’s announcement and supported by the now defunded Biological Heritage National Science Challenge. It was carried out in two streams. The Māori Biodiversity Network Te Tira Whakamātaki engaged with Māori thought leaders, while social scientists engaged with the wider public and interest groups.

    Both streams used processes that enabled participants to deliberate in groups about specific environmental contexts where genetic tools could be applied. We considered a range of technologies, from gene editing to gene silencing, and a range of possible uses.

    The research used potential scenarios to give context to public deliberations.
    Author provided, CC BY-SA

    Many participants saw the potential of gene technologies. However, deliberations did not result in simple yes or no responses, nor was people’s decision-making primarily focused on the technologies. Instead, it was careful, considered, contextual and connected to personal values.

    Public participants were presented with scenarios that included chromosomal changes (reducing wilding pines and eradicating rats) and scenarios using gene silencing that does not alter chromosomal DNA (management of the plant pathogen myrtle rust and the bee parasite varroa mite). But they did not simply favour the latter. Instead, the scenario context was a significant driver in the deliberations.

    The management of the bee parasite varroa is one scenario for which gene technologies could be considered.
    Sebastian Gollnow/dpa via Getty Images

    The use of gene silencing to control the varroa mite raised considerable concerns about human health because of the connection to honey production and food consumption. Genetic engineering for myrtle rust was greeted more favourably due to a dislike of the fungicides used currently.

    When presented with a scenario to make kƫmara more resistant to insects, Māori participants strongly opposed any modification. They were cautiously more supportive of gene technologies used on invasive rather than native species, but only with strong regulation.

    Participants in the public stream were generally more supportive of gene technologies to manage plants compared with animals. But people’s decisions were affected by their acceptance of the problem.

    While rats were perceived as a significant ecological threat, this was not always the case for wilding pines. Some people thought of them as an economic opportunity or environmental benefit to offset carbon emissions.

    Gene technologies could be used to control wilding pines, but some see them as an opportunity to offset emissions.
    Flickr/Jon Sullivan, CC BY-SA

    For Māori, whakapapa (genealogy) and tikanga (customs) formed the core of any discussion about genetic technologies. The potential for unforeseen consequences required tikanga-based processes to guide discussions, although this did not necessarily guarantee acceptance of use.

    Māori participants preferred processes rooted in local tikanga that have successfully guided decision making for generations. Such processes needed significant resourcing into education about tools and the inclusion of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in any regulations proposed by the Crown.

    High levels of caution

    Participants in both streams openly discussed inherent risks and unknowns of gene technologies. Public participants saw the technologies’ potential to address the challenges of current environmental management, such as animal welfare concerns around toxins used in predator control.

    However, they sought high levels of regulation and oversight, especially where there are significant unknowns and ethical concerns. In all contexts, people sought more and continuous research, particularly in contained environments, to monitor and evaluate the impacts of genetic technology.

    The further away and more uncertain the technology was, the more regulation mattered. Participants sought considerable controls, regulation and governance throughout the entire cycle of development. Many public participants also wanted Māori representation at all levels of governance.

    Who do people trust?

    Among public participants, there was widespread trust in the methods of science. But when it came to institutions and specific scientists, trust became more nuanced. In communities where trust was low, complex science became contested science.

    A survey undertaken by Te Tira Whakamātaki found Māori trusted scientists the most to provide information about genetic tools, followed closely by iwi leaders or authorities. Elected officials and the media were trusted the least.

    Public participants expressed concern about the influence of commercial interests on science innovation and the governance of technologies. There was widespread concern over who might own and control the technologies.

    People sought more information about gene technologies to come to an informed view. They wanted science organisations engaging in genetic research to be more visible and transparent.

    Scientists and policymakers need to understand that this request for more information is not about educating the community towards a pre-determined outcome. It is about undertaking innovation responsibly. This means allowing the broader community to have a say in decision making and a responsible approach to innovation as technologies are developed.

    Our research demonstrates that discussions about the liberalisation of rules governing genetic technology in New Zealand are complex. However, they need not be marked by conflict, if people’s views and values are genuinely considered.

    The authors received funding for this work from the now defunded Biological Heritage National Science Challenge.

    – ref. NZ’s government plans to lift a ban on gene tech outside the lab – here’s what people think – https://theconversation.com/nzs-government-plans-to-lift-a-ban-on-gene-tech-outside-the-lab-heres-what-people-think-239707

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Vice President Harris meets Kai

    Source: United States of America – The White House (video statements)

    When Vice President Harris met Kai in Charlotte this summer, she had a message for her and young girls everywhere: We are counting on you to be a leader. Know that you can do anything, even if it hasn’t been done before.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pAs1b-gm86g

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Driving Solutions to Combat Modern Slavery

    Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)

    Human trafficking, forced labour and modern slavery continue to be endemic in supply chains and societies. Despite ongoing efforts, over 50 million people worldwide are living in slavery.

    How can leaders from the public sector, private sector and civil society work together to translate commitment into strategic action?

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wi8G7Y7HaV0

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  • MIL-OSI Video: đŸ‡±đŸ‡č Lithuania – President Addresses United Nations General Debate, 79th Session | #UNGA

    Source: United Nations (Video News)

    Gitanas Nausėda, President of the Republic of Lithuania, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).

    World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diversity for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.

    The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.

    General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/

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  • MIL-OSI Video: ASL Time to Prepare is Now PSA

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    Please take this storm seriously. The storm is bringing strong winds and potentially dangerous storm surge.
    Right now, is the time to take final actions for your safety. Follow instructions from local officials and stay tuned to local weather alerts.
    Download the FEMA App to get current alerts. You can also find more information on how to prepare for the storm and how to stay safe at Ready.gov or in Spanish, Listo.gov.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FziTjGeuDvY

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  • MIL-OSI Video: NASA Administrator Bill Nelson | Answering Climate Change from Above

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    NASA Administrator Bill Nelson speaks to the power of NASA’s climate-related data to help the world understand climate change and take action.

    “The challenge of the climate crisis is here and now. Let’s answer it—from above.”

    Most of what humanity knows about our changing planet comes from NASA’s more than two-dozen satellites and instruments—and from the agency’s observations for over 60 years.

    For more information about how NASA in conjunction with the rest of the federal government studies our changing planet, visit https://earth.gov/

    Credit: NASA
    Producer: Daniel Lauchu
    Music: Universal Production Music

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b7kv9DT_Vgk

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  • MIL-OSI Video: EMAD and TCC Water Tower Demolition

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    In January, Environmental Management Nevada crews demolished two water towers in Area 25 of the NNSS. Located at the Engine Maintenance, Assembly and Disassembly (EMAD) and Test Cell C (TCC) facilities, both water towers are under the scope of the cleanup work EM is performing on the NNSS. This video has multiple angles of each tower coming down.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dM2VleQjIEw

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Hydro Cutting Timelapse

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    Environmental Management Nevada crews employed hydro cutting to bring down an ancillary water tank dewar at the Test Cell C (TCC) facility in Area 25 of the NNSS. This method allowed workers to mitigate fire risks associated with traditional torch cutting and due to the nature of the dual-lined tank, provided a safe option for reduction. This video is a time lapse of that operation.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qX9jAUgXvh0

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Meryl Streep on the Inclusion of Women in the Future of Afghanistan | United Nations

    Source: United Nations (Video News)

    Meryl Streep at the screening of the film “The Sharp Edge of Peace” on the participation of four Afghan women leaders in the Doha talks prior to the Taliban takeover.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKf-3JUtIfw

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Biodiversity Conference – Discussion of main issues | United Nations

    Source: United Nations (Video News)

    Press briefing by Susana Muhamad, Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development of Colombia and Astrid Schomaker, Executive Secretary of the Convention on Biological Diversity will brief journalists on the main issues under discussion at the upcoming Biodiversity Conference, to take place in Colombia from 21 October until 1 November 2024.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Ux0KoCpJXQ

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  • MIL-OSI United Nations: Readout of the Secretary-General’s meeting with H.E. Ms. Mette Frederiksen, Prime Minister of Denmark

    Source: United Nations secretary general

    The Secretary-General met with H.E. Ms. Mette Frederiksen, Prime Minister of Denmark.

    The Secretary-General and the Prime Minister discussed the Pact for the Future, as well as Denmark’s upcoming non-permanent seat on the Security Council for the period of 2025-2026. They also discussed the war in Ukraine. 
     

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Durbin Delivers Opening Statement During Senate Judiciary Committee Hearing On Supreme Court Ruling In Donald Trump Immunity Case

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Illinois Dick Durbin
    09.24.24
    Witnesses include legal experts and a presidential historians to examine the breadth of the Trump v US decision, its unprecedented nature, and its danger to the rule of law
    WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today delivered an opening statement during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing entitled “‘When the President Does It, that Means It’s Not Illegal’: The Supreme Court’s Unprecedented Immunity Decision.”  The hearing will explore the ramifications of the Supreme Court’s ruling in Trump v. United States.
    Key Quotes:
    “Nearly two decades ago, then-Judge John Roberts came before this Committee for his confirmation hearing to be Chief Justice of the Supreme Court.  I asked him about limits on the President’s power.  In response, he told me, under oath, ‘No man is above the law, not the President and not the Congress.’  During his hearing, Roberts also repeatedly emphasized the limited role of a judge—famously comparing it to an umpire calling balls and strikes.”
    “But in 2024, Chief Justice Roberts authored the opinion in Trump v. United States, a game-changing act of judicial fiat that puts all future presidents above the law, protecting them from criminal prosecution for abusing the authority given to them for personal or political gain.  In plain language, the Court created three categories of varying degrees of presidential immunity.  Core presidential actions: absolutely immune.  Unofficial or private actions: not immune.  Actions within the ‘outer perimeter’ of official actions: presumptively immune.”
    “The decision also protects any president by preventing prosecutors from using evidence related to conduct or acts that are immune to prosecute a president for acts not protected by immunity.  The Court also found that the President’s motives—corrupt or not—may not be questioned. So even if a president is peddling access to his office, prosecutors would find it nearly impossible to bring charges.”
    “As Justice Amy Coney Barrett lamented, ‘[t]o make sense of charges alleging a quid pro quo, the jury must be allowed to hear about both the quid and the quo.’  And, in ruling that Donald Trump is, ‘absolutely immune from prosecution for the alleged conduct involving his discussions with Justice Department officials,’ the Court has stripped the Justice Department of its critical independence.”
    “DOJ may now stand as a weapon to be wielded by a corrupt president against his political opponents. As the Committee demonstrated in Subverting Justice, our report about Trump pressuring DOJ to subvert the 2020 election, this is not some farfetched scenario.”
    “So what does this all mean?  It means that any sitting president may hide behind their office for protection from prosecution for even the most egregious forms of wrongdoing.  It means effectively condoning Richard Nixon’s claim that, ‘when the president does it, that means that it is not illegal.’”
    “The Roberts Court’s judicial activism has also left us with limited options when dealing with a delusional or corrupt executive.  During the second Trump impeachment trial, the Senate Republican Leader stated, ‘We have a criminal justice system in this country.  We have civil litigation, and former presidents are not immune from being accountable by either one.’  But this is no longer the case, because the Trump v. United States ruling demolished our justice system’s ability to hold any president accountable for abuses of power.”
    “Obstructing a federal criminal investigation of your campaign by firing your attorney general? Allowed.  Steering foreign governments to your family hotels and resorts in exchange for access to the White House?  Presumptively immune and your motive cannot be questioned.  Contrary to the Chief Justice’s supposed goal of preventing political retribution through prosecution, he has heightened the chances of future conflict between the political branches.”
    “If faced with a corrupt presidency, to meet the demands of the public and the Constitution, Congress will have to assert its powers, from appropriations to oversight to legislation.  The Supreme Court has made it nearly impossible for the courts to hold a runaway president accountable.  It will be left to the American people and Congress to hold the line.  Because as Justice Sotomayor noted in her dissent, ‘the President is now a king above the law.’”
    Video of Durbin’s opening statement is available here.
    Audio of Durbin’s opening statement is available here.
    Footage of Durbin’s opening statement is available here for TV Stations.
    On July 1, the Supreme Court’s rightwing supermajority ruled that not just Donald Trump—but also future presidents—may be immune from abusing the levers of government to overturn an election or engage in other misconduct. The Court held in a misguided 6-3 decision that “the nature of Presidential power entitles a former President to absolute immunity from criminal prosecution for actions within his conclusive and preclusive constitutional authority. And he is entitled to at least presumptive immunity from prosecution for all his official acts. There is no immunity for unofficial acts.”
    Durbin previously condemned the ruling and announced this hearing, describing the decision as “judicial activism unmoored from the text of the Constitution and intentions of our framers” that “Congress cannot turn a blind eye to.”
    The Senate Judiciary Committee will examine the breadth of misconduct that may be immunized from prosecution, consider the unprecedented nature of this immunity in American history, and assess the danger it poses to both the rule of law and the independence of the Justice Department.
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  • MIL-OSI USA: Durbin, Duckworth Announce Nearly $11 Million In Federal Funding For Health Care Research In Illinois

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Illinois Dick Durbin
    09.24.24
    WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today announced $10,906,668 in U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) medical research grants for Illinois institutions. The federal funding through the National Institutes of Health (NIH) will be put toward research programs across the state to support medical advancement in various fields, ranging from lung diseases to mental health research.  
    “Federal investments in medical research pushes our society forward, bringing us new treatments for the serious conditions that impact so many American families,” said Durbin. “Illinois’ world-class research institutions will make good use of this federal funding to make devastating diseases more treatable.” 
    “Investing in our world-renowned medical research facilities and institutions is a critical part in helping ensure high quality health care for all Illinoisans,” Duckworth said. “I will keep working with Senator Durbin to make sure our health organizations have the federal support they need to continue improving mental health research and advancing medical treatments for patients and families across Illinois.”
    Recipients of HHS grants include:  
    Chestnut Health Systems, Inc (Drug Abuse and Addiction Research Programs): $759,748
    Northwestern University at Chicago (Research for Mothers and Children): $718,900
    Northwestern University at Chicago (Nursing Research): $827,872
    University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (Research and Training in Complementary and Alternative Medicine): $671,176
    Northwestern University at Chicago (Lung Diseases Research): $2,803,961
    Northwestern University at Chicago (Human Genome Research): $745,930
    Northwestern University (Aging Research): $388,067
    Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (Mental Health Research Grants): $535,696
    Northwestern University at Chicago (Aging Research): $1,536,774
    Northwestern University at Chicago (Cancer Treatment Research): $90,538
    Durbin has long been a strong advocate for robust medical research.? His legislation, the American Cures Act, would provide annual budget increases of five percent plus inflation at America’s top four biomedical research agencies: NIH, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Department of Defense Health Program, and the Veterans Medical and Prosthetics Research Program. Thanks to Durbin’s efforts to increase medical research funding, Congress has provided NIH with a 60 percent funding increase over the past nine years.
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  • MIL-OSI Banking: Basel Committee approves annual G-SIB assessment and advances follow-up response to 2023 banking turmoil

    Source: Bank for International Settlements

    • Discusses recent episodes of market and operational disruptions.
    • Basel Committee approves annual assessment exercise for global systemically important banks (G-SIBs).
    • Finalises analytical report on liquidity risk insights from the 2023 banking turmoil.

    The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision met virtually on 23–24 September to take stock of recent market developments and risks to the global banking system, and to discuss a range of policy and supervisory initiatives.

    Recent market developments

    Committee members discussed the spikes in market volatility in late July and early August. While the episodes were short-lived with no significant impact on the global banking system, they highlighted how the build-up of large, levered positions are prone to quick unwinding. They also underscored the importance of banks and supervisors continuing to vigilantly monitor and assess banks’ interconnections with non-bank financial intermediaries.

    The Committee also discussed the series of operational disruptions in July, which resulted in outages across numerous sectors, including some banks. These incidents highlighted the importance of banks’ operational resilience and management of third-party risks, and the systemic risks stemming from the reliance on the same third-party software or service. The Committee is currently consulting on proposed Principles for the sound management of third-party risk.

    Global systemically important banks

    The Committee approved the results of the end-2023 assessment exercise for G-SIBs. The results will be submitted to the Financial Stability Board before it publishes the 2024 list of G-SIBs. 

    2023 banking turmoil

    The Committee finalised an analytical progress report on the lessons learned from the 2023 banking turmoil. As requested by the Brazilian G20 Presidency, the report builds on the Committee’s initial report on the turmoil, with a particular focus on its follow-up analytical work on liquidity risk. The progress report will be submitted to G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors and published next month.

    The Committee also discussed progress on its work to strengthen supervisory effectiveness in the light of the lessons learned from last year’s turmoil by developing a suite of practical tools to support supervisors in their day-to-day work. This work covers the supervision of liquidity risk and interest rate risk in the banking book, the sustainability assessment of banks’ business models, and the importance of effective supervisory judgment.

    This forms part of a series of follow-up initiatives by the Committee to last year’s banking turmoil.

    Climate-related financial risks

    The Committee continued to review the comments received on its consultation proposing a Pillar 3 disclosure framework for climate-related financial risks.


    Note to editors

    The Basel Committee is the primary global standard setter for the prudential regulation of banks and provides a forum for cooperation on banking supervisory matters. Its mandate is to strengthen the regulation, supervision and practices of banks worldwide with the purpose of enhancing financial stability. The Committee reports to the Group of Central Bank Governors and Heads of Supervision and seeks its endorsement for major decisions. The Committee has no formal supranational authority, and its decisions have no legal force. Rather, the Committee relies on its members’ commitments to achieve its mandate. The Group of Central Bank Governors and Heads of Supervision is chaired by Tiff Macklem, Governor of the Bank of Canada. The Basel Committee is chaired by Erik ThedĂ©en, Governor of Sveriges Riksbank. 

    More information about the Basel Committee is available here.

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  • MIL-OSI Banking: Norhana Endut: Opening remarks – workshop on navigating climate risk stress testing in Malaysia

    Source: Bank for International Settlements

    A very good morning to everyone. It is my great honour to welcome you to this workshop on “Navigating Climate Risk Stress Testing in Malaysia: Catalysing Dialogue and Charting the Course”, jointly organised by Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and the Joint Committee on Climate Change (JC3) Sub-Committee 1 Transition and Physical Risk Working Groups. This capacity building workshop brings together financial industry players and experts in related fields to share experiences, learn best practices and exchange ideas as we collectively prepare to conduct our first industry-wide climate risk stress test.

    We firmly believe that climate change is an immediate challenge that poses risks to our financial system. To this end, allow me to describe how the central bank is approaching financial regulation in this space. In Malaysia, we have taken steps to put in place the foundational components to improve the ability of financial institutions to identify, measure and manage climate-related financial risks. There are five key pieces to these foundational components.

    Firstly, a climate taxonomy establishes a consistent and common classification system for the identification of climate-related exposures. Second, mandatory climate disclosures by financial institutions will create an impetus for financial institutions to obtain information on their borrowers and investee firms. This, in turn, creates a virtuous cycle of informational flow. Third, regulatory standards on the management of climate-related risks set expectations for financial institutions to reflect these risks in their governance, strategy and risk practices. Fourth is a focus on transition planning. This is to ensure financial institutions set clear climate goals and concrete transition plans. With these building blocks in place, we are now in a good position for the fifth component, which is to accelerate industry capabilities via the conduct of the industry-wide climate risk stress test.

    Ladies and gentlemen,
    Allow me to shed more light on the motivation behind the implementation of the Climate Risk Stress Test. The exercise is primarily intended to enhance capacity building among financial institutions in assessing how their business and operations could be affected by climate risks. Throughout the journey of conducting the stress test, financial institutions will uncover gaps related to data, technology, and methodologies. This serves as a starting point for the institution to assess their internal capability and find ways to address these gaps. In other words, the climate stress test is a forward-looking tool to help financial institutions in identifying, measuring and mitigating their climate risk exposures.

    When designing this stress test for Malaysia, at Bank Negara Malaysia, we have strived to incorporate learnings from other jurisdictions, including adapting and incorporating several Malaysia’s specific elements in terms of its economic structure and financial system. We have also incorporated feedback from domestic industry players. In this regard, I would like to take this opportunity to extend Bank Negara Malaysia’s gratitude to many of you here who have provided invaluable feedback during the drafting of the Methodology Paper and reporting template. We truly appreciate the open and collaborative spirit extended by everyone, an approach that continues even up to today.

    Climate risk stress testing is still in its infancy globally. Therefore, we have strived to balance between pragmatism and accuracy when specifying our requirements. Where possible we have tried to work around data limitations, lack of technical expertise as well as under-developed modelling techniques. However, considerable challenges remain for financial institutions to successfully run this stress test. We will journey with you through these challenges. It is as much a learning experience for Bank Negara Malaysia as it is for all the financial institutions running the stress test. That is one of the reasons we are all here today at this workshop.

    I believe that together we can overcome many of the hurdles. Climate risk is a collective action problem. It may be in each individual’s best interests to act selfishly, regardless of what other individuals do. However, if all individuals act selfishly, then the outcome for everyone is worse than if we all cooperate. At the country level we see this playing out in global emissions reduction. A single small country may feel that spending money to cut emissions may do little for global climate change, and hence choose not to do so. However, such situation could lead to some other, or even all, countries, to opt not to cut emission, and thus, we will end up in a bad outcome globally and having the adverse impact of unattended climate risks being faced collectively.

    At the individual financial institution level, the development of new approaches and techniques for stress testing would be crucial for measuring the risk of climate change. However, if each entity chooses to keep their advancements proprietary, industry adoption will be slow. Collaboration and knowledge sharing is needed to scale solutions and reduce costs.

    Therefore, I am hoping that for the next few hours, we will all make a conscious choice to participate in these sessions with a generous heart and an open mind. I hope everyone will choose to collaborate rather than compete, to share rather than hoard. In this regard, I am encouraged by the collective efforts by the industry in undertaking capacity building initiatives to upskill the financial institutions and exploring potential solutions to bridge the data gaps. Commendable efforts by the JC3 Sub-Committee 1 and 4 in leading training initiatives and Sub-Committee 5 in producing and refining the Climate Data Catalogue exemplify this collaborative spirit.

    Ladies and gentlemen,
    Some of you have been asking, what’s next after this stress test? I’d like to address this in some detail.

    Important to note is that the climate stress test, or CRST for short, is not an end in itself. It should not be viewed as merely a regulatory compliance exercise. Although BNM does not intend for the results of the inaugural stress test to calibrate capital requirements, we do expect financial institutions to take this exercise seriously. I strongly advise financial institutions to already start planning for how the results of the stress test could be used to inform strategic planning and management decision making.

    CRST results are more than just numbers. They provide important insights into how climate risks could impact the business and operations of an institution. Hence, active engagement from senior management and the Board throughout the CRST journey – not just when the final results are available – will be crucial to the success of this first exercise. Financial institutions need adequate internal support to address the challenges they face, and this requires buy-in from the top throughout the stress test exercise.

    Additionally, as climate risks continue to evolve, we expect climate risk stress tests to be a recurring exercise moving forward. As such, it is imperative that financial institutions continuously invest in enhancing their stress test capabilities, particularly in areas such as data collection, methodology and model development. This ongoing refinement is essential to ensure that the CRST remains relevant and responsive to the ever-evolving nature of climate risks.

    Before I conclude, I want to emphasise the overarching objective of the Climate Risk Stress Test in safeguarding our financial system. Through CRST, we are not only strengthening our institutions’ resilience to climate-related risks but also building a solid foundation for long-term sustainability.

    This workshop today provides a great opportunity to kickstart meaningful conversations around CRST. The agenda has been carefully curated to promote deep learning and knowledge sharing, with a strong emphasis on practical applications and addressing real-world challenges in conducting the stress test. I encourage all participants to actively engage and share insights throughout the workshop.

    Let me end with the words of Sir David Attenborough “If working apart we are a force powerful enough to destabilise our planet, surely working together, we are powerful enough to save it.” I urge you to stay committed to this journey, continue collaborating, and share your experiences. While past and current actions and inactions created today’s climate problems, our generation must lead the way in fixing it for our children. I have every confidence in our sector’s ability to rise to this challenge and lead the way in building a climate-resilient financial system.

    With this, I wish you a productive workshop ahead. Thank you.

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  • MIL-OSI United Nations: Secretary-General’s remarks to the Security Council – on Ukraine [bilingual, as delivered; scroll down for all-English and all-French]

    Source: United Nations secretary general

    Mr. President, Excellencies,

    Two days ago, in the newly agreed Pact for the Future, world leaders reaffirmed their commitment to international law and to the Charter of the United Nations.

    Our Organization is based on the principle of sovereignty of all Member States – within their internationally recognized borders.

    The Charter unequivocally stipulates that all States must refrain from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any other State – and that international disputes must be settled by peaceful means.

    Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 – following the illegal annexation of the Autonomous Republic of Crimea and City of Sevastopol a decade ago – is a clear violation of these principles.

    And civilian populations continue to pay the price.

    The death toll keeps rising.

    Nearly 10 million people have fled their homes.

    Systematic attacks against hospitals, schools, supermarkets
 are only adding pain and misery.

    Power cuts and infrastructure damage have left millions in the dark.

    I strongly condemn all attacks on civilians and civilian facilities – wherever they occur and whoever is responsible. They all must stop immediately.

    And I remain deeply concerned about the safety, humanitarian needs and basic human rights of people residing in occupied areas.

    Mr. President,

    Despite immense challenges, the United Nations remains fully engaged as the largest international presence in Ukraine.

    This year alone, and together with our partners, we have provided lifesaving aid to more than 6.2 million people.

    But we need the support of the international community.

    15 million people in Ukraine require humanitarian assistance – more than half of them women and girls.

    But – as winter is approaching – less than half of our 2024 Humanitarian Response Plan is funded.

    I urge donors to help us pursue our vital work on the ground.

    We are also assisting the government of Ukraine in its recovery and reconstruction efforts.

    This includes access to basic services and the restoration of Ukraine’s energy production capacities.

    In recent weeks, we have seen a resurgence of inflammatory rhetoric and incidents around nuclear sites – particularly at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, and alarmingly, at the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant in the Russian Federation.

    I commend the International Atomic Energy Agency, including its critical presence in Ukraine’s nuclear sites, to help ensure nuclear safety and security.

    I urge all parties to act responsibly and avoid any declaration or action that could further destabilize an already incendiary situation.

    Monsieur le Président,

    Deux ans et demi aprĂšs l’invasion Ă  grande Ă©chelle de l’Ukraine, plus de 11 000 civils ont Ă©tĂ© tuĂ©s.

    Plus cette guerre tragique se prolonge, plus le risque d’escalade et de dĂ©bordement est grand.

    Cela n’affecterait pas seulement la rĂ©gion, mais aggraverait les tensions et les divisions mondiales – Ă  un moment oĂč notre monde a dĂ©sespĂ©rĂ©ment besoin de plus de coopĂ©ration et d’action collective.

    Nous devons mettre fin aux souffrances et briser le cycle de la violence, dans l’intĂ©rĂȘt du peuple ukrainien, du peuple russe – et du monde entier.

    L’initiative de la mer Noire et les Ă©changes de prisonniers de guerre nous le rappellent : lorsqu’il y a une volontĂ© politique, la diplomatie peut rĂ©ussir, mĂȘme dans les heures les plus sombres.

    Bien que la paix puisse aujourd’hui paraĂźtre hors de portĂ©e, les nombreux appels au dialogue reprĂ©sentent une lueur d’espoir.  

    Intensifions donc nos efforts pour aboutir à la paix en Ukraine – une paix juste, totale et durable ;

    Une paix conforme Ă  la Charte des Nations unies, au droit international et aux rĂ©solutions de l’AssemblĂ©e gĂ©nĂ©rale.

    L’Organisation des Nations Unies soutiendra tout effort en ce sens.

    Je vous remercie.

    ******

    [all-English]

    Mr. President, Excellencies,

    Two days ago, in the newly agreed Pact for the Future, world leaders reaffirmed their commitment to international law and to the Charter of the United Nations.

    Our Organization is based on the principle of sovereignty of all Member States – within their internationally recognized borders.

    The Charter unequivocally stipulates that all States must refrain from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any other State – and that international disputes must be settled by peaceful means.

    Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 – following the illegal annexation of the Autonomous Republic of Crimea and City of Sevastopol a decade ago – is a clear violation of these principles.

    And civilian populations continue to pay the price.

    The death toll keeps rising.

    Nearly 10 million people have fled their homes.

    Systematic attacks against hospitals, schools, supermarkets
 are only adding pain and misery.

    Power cuts and infrastructure damage have left millions in the dark.

    I strongly condemn all attacks on civilians and civilian facilities – wherever they occur and whoever is responsible. They all must stop immediately.

    And I remain deeply concerned about the safety, humanitarian needs and basic human rights of people residing in occupied areas.

    Mr. President,

    Despite immense challenges, the United Nations remains fully engaged as the largest international presence in Ukraine.

    This year alone, and together with our partners, we have provided lifesaving aid to more than 6.2 million people.

    But we need the support of the international community.

    15 million people in Ukraine require humanitarian assistance – more than half of them women and girls.

    But – as winter is approaching – less than half of our 2024 Humanitarian Response Plan is funded.

    I urge donors to help us pursue our vital work on the ground.

    We are also assisting the government of Ukraine in its recovery and reconstruction efforts.

    This includes access to basic services and the restoration of Ukraine’s energy production capacities.

    In recent weeks, we have seen a resurgence of inflammatory rhetoric and incidents around nuclear sites – particularly at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, and alarmingly, at the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant in the Russian Federation.

    I commend the International Atomic Energy Agency, including its critical presence in Ukraine’s nuclear sites, to help ensure nuclear safety and security.

    I urge all parties to act responsibly and avoid any declaration or action that could further destabilize an already incendiary situation.

    Mr. President,

    Two and half years since the full-blown invasion of Ukraine, more than 11,000 civilians have been killed.

    The longer this tragic war continues, the greater the risk of escalation and spillover.

    This would not only impact the region, but further deepen global tensions and divisions – at a time when our world desperately needs more cooperation and collective action.

    We must stop the suffering and break the cycle of violence – for the sake of the people of Ukraine, the people of Russia, and the world.

    The Black Sea Initiative and the continued exchanges of prisoners of war serve as reminders that, when there is political will, diplomacy can succeed – even in the darkest hour.

    Today, though the prospects for peace may seem distant, I am inspired by the growing calls for dialogue.

    So let us intensify our efforts to seek peace in Ukraine – a just, comprehensive and sustainable peace, in line with the UN Charter, international law and resolutions of the General Assembly.

    United Nations stands ready to support all efforts towards achieving this goal.

    Thank you.

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    [all-French]

    Monsieur le Président, Excellences,

    Il y a deux jours, Ă  travers le nouveau Pacte pour l’avenir, les dirigeants du monde ont rĂ©affirmĂ© leur attachement au droit international et Ă  la Charte des Nations unies.

    Notre Organisation est fondĂ©e sur le principe de la souverainetĂ© de tous les États membres – Ă  l’intĂ©rieur de leurs frontiĂšres internationalement reconnues.

    La Charte est sans Ă©quivoque : tous les États doivent s’abstenir de recourir Ă  la menace ou Ă  l’emploi de la force contre l’intĂ©gritĂ© territoriale ou l’indĂ©pendance politique de tout autre État, et que les diffĂ©rends internationaux doivent ĂȘtre rĂ©glĂ©s par des moyens pacifiques.

    L’invasion massive de l’Ukraine par la Russie en fĂ©vrier 2022 – aprĂšs l’annexion illĂ©gale de la RĂ©publique autonome de CrimĂ©e et de la ville de SĂ©bastopol il y a dix ans – constitue une violation manifeste de ces principes.

    Et les populations civiles continuent d’en payer le prix.

    Le nombre de morts ne cesse d’augmenter.

    PrĂšs de 10 millions de personnes ont fui leurs foyers.

    Les attaques systĂ©matiques contre les hĂŽpitaux, les Ă©coles, les supermarchĂ©s
 ne font qu’amplifier la douleur et la dĂ©tresse.

    Les coupures de courant et les dommages causĂ©s aux infrastructures ont plongĂ© des millions de personnes dans l’obscuritĂ©.

    Je condamne fermement toutes les attaques contre les civils et les installations civiles, peu importe oĂč elles se produisent et qui est responsable. Elles doivent toutes cesser immĂ©diatement.

    Et je reste profondément préoccupé par la sécurité, les besoins humanitaires et les droits humains des personnes résidant dans les régions occupées.

    Monsieur le Président,

    MalgrĂ© d’immenses dĂ©fis, l’Organisation des Nations Unies reste pleinement engagĂ©e, reprĂ©sentant la plus grande prĂ©sence internationale en Ukraine.

    Rien que cette année, en coopération avec nos partenaires, nous avons apporté une aide vitale à plus de 6,2 millions de personnes.

    Mais nous avons besoin du soutien de la communauté internationale.

    15 millions de personnes en Ukraine ont besoin d’aide humanitaire – et plus de la moitiĂ© d’entre elles sont des femmes et des jeunes filles.

    Cependant, Ă  l’approche de l’hiver, moins de la moitiĂ© de notre Plan d’intervention humanitaire pour 2024 est financĂ©e.

    J’exhorte les donateurs à nous aider à poursuivre notre travail vital sur le terrain.

    Nous assistons également le gouvernement ukrainien dans ses efforts de redressement économique et de reconstruction.

    Cela comprend l’accĂšs aux services de base et la restauration des capacitĂ©s de production d’énergie de l’Ukraine.

    Ces derniĂšres semaines, nous avons vu une recrudescence de rhĂ©torique incendiaire et d’incidents autour des sites nuclĂ©aires – en particulier Ă  la centrale nuclĂ©aire de Zaporizhzhia et, de façon inquiĂ©tante, Ă  la centrale nuclĂ©aire de Koursk, dans la FĂ©dĂ©ration de Russie.

    Je fĂ©licite l’Agence internationale de l’énergie atomique, notamment pour sa prĂ©sence essentielle sur les sites nuclĂ©aires ukrainiens, afin de contribuer Ă  garantir la sĂ»retĂ© et la sĂ©curitĂ© nuclĂ©aires.

    J’appelle toutes les parties Ă  agir de maniĂšre responsable et Ă  Ă©viter toute dĂ©claration ou action susceptible de dĂ©stabiliser davantage une situation dĂ©jĂ  incendiaire.

    Monsieur le Président,

    Deux ans et demi aprĂšs l’invasion Ă  grande Ă©chelle de l’Ukraine, plus de 11 000 civils ont Ă©tĂ© tuĂ©s.

    Plus cette guerre tragique se prolonge, plus le risque d’escalade et de dĂ©bordement est grand.

    Cela n’affecterait pas seulement la rĂ©gion, mais aggraverait les tensions et les divisions mondiales – Ă  un moment oĂč notre monde a dĂ©sespĂ©rĂ©ment besoin de plus de coopĂ©ration et d’action collective.

    Nous devons mettre fin aux souffrances et briser le cycle de la violence, dans l’intĂ©rĂȘt du peuple ukrainien, du peuple russe – et du monde entier.

    L’initiative de la mer Noire et les Ă©changes de prisonniers de guerre nous le rappellent : lorsqu’il y a une volontĂ© politique, la diplomatie peut rĂ©ussir, mĂȘme dans les heures les plus sombres.

    Bien que la paix puisse aujourd’hui paraĂźtre hors de portĂ©e, les nombreux appels au dialogue reprĂ©sentent une lueur d’espoir.  

    Intensifions donc nos efforts pour aboutir à la paix en Ukraine – une paix juste, totale et durable ;

    Une paix conforme Ă  la Charte des Nations unies, au droit international et aux rĂ©solutions de l’AssemblĂ©e gĂ©nĂ©rale.

    L’Organisation des Nations Unies soutiendra tout effort en ce sens.

    Je vous remercie.

    MIL OSI United Nations News

  • MIL-OSI New Zealand: Milestone for return of petroleum exploration

    Source: New Zealand Government

    Legislation reinstating offshore petroleum exploration has been introduced by the Coalition Government, a key step in addressing the significant energy security challenges felt by Kiwis across the country this winter.

    The Crown Minerals Amendment Bill reverses the ban on new oil and gas exploration beyond onshore Taranaki, signals the Government’s intent to reinvigorate investment in petroleum exploration, aligns decommissioning settings with best practice and provides certainty for potential investors.

    “This Bill delivers on commitments in both the National-NZ First and National-ACT coalition agreements and the Government’s promise to take urgent action to address energy security and affordability,” Resources Minister Shane Jones says.

    “Natural gas is critical to a secure and affordable supply of energy in New Zealand – now and into the future. Our gas fields are in decline and without further investment in existing and new fields to increase production, supply issues and high prices will persist when generation from our renewable energy sources is at capacity.

    “Limited gas supply doesn’t just make it more expensive to keep our lights on and our homes warm, it is squeezing our industrial users to the point that we are seeing production halting and large employers in regional New Zealand having to close their doors.

    “On top of removing the exploration ban, this legislation will better balance the regulatory burden, risk of decommissioning and give the regulator more flexibility in how exploration permits are issued, giving the sector confidence to get to work.

    “Our petroleum and mineral resources contribute billions of dollars to New Zealand’s GDP, create high-paying jobs and opportunities to develop skills and help to diversify regional economies. I’m not willing to let the significant benefits of this sector pass us by.” 

    A new tier of mineral permitting that will make it easier for people to undertake small-scale non-commercial gold mining activity is also introduced through the Bill.

    The Bill is expected to have its first reading this morning and will be referred to select committee with the aim of passing legislation by the end of this year. To achieve this, the select committee process will be undertaken in a condensed timeframe.

    For more information on the Bill, see 2024 Proposed amendments to the Crown Minerals Act 1991 | Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (mbie.govt.nz)

    MIL OSI New Zealand News

  • MIL-OSI USA: Let The Games Begin! Lieutenant Governor Primavera Celebrates Return of Colorado Senior Games Starting Next Year

    Source: US State of Colorado

     COLORADO SPRINGS – Today, Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera joined members of Sports Corp, and the YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region to celebrate the announcement that the Senior Games would return to Colorado in 2025. Competitors in the Colorado Senior Games can go on to compete in the National Senior Games. The event will promote health, wellness, and camaraderie among senior athletes, while also highlighting the vibrant spirit of Colorado’s senior community. 

    “Colorado is the best place to train and compete for athletes of all ages, and I am delighted to share that the Senior Games are returning to Colorado. The Senior Games provide community and opportunities for senior athletes, and I can’t wait to see the talent that lives right here in our state. In Colorado, we are proud to be one of the healthiest and most active states in the country, and were recently ranked second in the United Senior Health Rankings, making our athletes sure competitors in the national games next year,” said Lt. Governor Primavera. 

    The Colorado Senior Games presented by Medicare Mentors, is set to take place from June 6-8th, 2025, in Colorado Springs. The event will feature a wide variety of sports and activities for participants aged 50 and older, including track and field, pickleball, and more. The last Senior Games were held annually in Greeley up until 2018. Registration for the Colorado Senior Games will open on February 1, 2025. Seniors of all skill levels are encouraged to participate, whether they are seasoned athletes or looking to try something new. Information on registration, events, and volunteering opportunities will be available on coloradoseniorgames.org. 

    Throughout her career, Lt. Governor Primavera has championed Colorado’s aging population, including creating more resources, strengthening employment opportunities, and more. The Lt. Governor leads the Colorado Office of Saving Money on Health Care, which is focused on reducing healthcare costs for all, including older Coloradans. This includes everything from capping the cost of insulin, increasing access to insurance coverage through efforts like Reinsurance and the Colorado Option, and reducing prescription drug costs through the Prescription Drug affordability Board and importing lower-cost prescription drugs from Canada. 

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    MIL OSI USA News