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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Denis Manturov assessed the prospects for lithium mining in the Republic of Tyva

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    Denis Manturov’s working visit to Tuva

    July 4, 2025

    Denis Manturov’s working visit to Tuva

    July 4, 2025

    Denis Manturov’s working visit to Tuva

    July 4, 2025

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    Denis Manturov’s working visit to Tuva

    First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov, as part of a working visit to the Republic of Tyva, visited a construction materials production facility, reviewed an exhibition of key industrial enterprises in the region, and held a working meeting with the head of the republic, Vladislav Khovalyg.

    OOO Vostok is engaged in the construction of housing and social institutions. With the help of the individual development program, the enterprise has established the production of reinforced concrete products and building blocks. The volume of goods shipped in 2024 reached more than 5 billion rubles. The share of Russian equipment at the enterprise is 75%.

    At the industrial products exhibition, Denis Manturov got acquainted with the production potential of the region and the work of existing enterprises. One of them is JSC Tekhmashservis (part of the Rostec State Corporation), where in November 2023, thanks to government support measures, a plant for the production of emulsion explosives for the development of deposits was put into operation. The company cooperates with local mining enterprises and supplies them with products. The plant’s capacity is 5 thousand tons per year.

    The First Deputy Prime Minister and the head of the republic also flew over a number of deposits by helicopter, including Tastygskoye and Kyzyl-Tashtygskoye. Denis Manturov emphasized that the development of the Tastygskoye deposit for the production of lithium concentrate is not only a promising direction for supplies to the domestic market, but also has export potential. The Tastyg deposit in Tyva is one of the largest lithium deposits in Russia and one of the key ones for ensuring Russia’s technological sovereignty in the field of modern capacious power sources and energy storage.

    At a meeting with Vladislav Khovalyg, Denis Manturov recommended that the region more actively use the tools of the Industrial Development Fund, including to attract local investors. In addition, the First Deputy Prime Minister instructed the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade, together with the government of the republic and the management companies of private industrial parks, to work out the issue of their inclusion in the register of the Ministry of Industry and Trade. This will allow companies to apply for support measures from the ministry in the future.

    Vladislav Khovalyg reported to Denis Manturov on the start of the development of a preliminary feasibility study for the creation of the Central Eurasian Transport Corridor (CETC). At SPIEF-2025, Krasnoyarsk Krai, Khakassia and Tuva signed a memorandum, according to which the Center for Strategic Research Foundation began assessing the prospective cargo base. The technical specifications were approved by a working group formed on the initiative of Denis Manturov.

    Let us recall that the order to determine the feasibility of forming the Central Eurasian Transport Corridor was given by President Vladimir Putin within the framework of new strategic directions of Russia’s development. The Central Eurasian Transport Corridor provides an additional opportunity for the transit of goods to the Northern Sea Route via the Yenisei River and creates the basis for the northern branch of the New Silk Road.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: 50 years of Novy Urengoy (04.07.2025)

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Central Bank of Russia –

    Novy Urengoy is one of the young cities of the country and the industrial center of the Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug. Its construction began simultaneously with the development of the Urengoy gas field, which was the largest in the world at the time of its discovery.

    On July 7, 2025, the Bank of Russia will issue into circulation a commemorative silver coin of 3 rubles denomination “50th Anniversary of the Founding of Novy Urengoy” of the “Cities” series (catalog No. 5111-0523).

    The silver coin with a face value of 3 rubles (pure precious metal weight – 31.1 g, alloy fineness – 925) has the shape of a circle with a diameter of 39.0 mm.

    There is a raised edge around the circumference of both the front and back sides of the coin.

    On the obverse of the coin there is a relief image of the State Emblem of the Russian Federation, the inscriptions “RUSSIAN FEDERATION”, “BANK OF RUSSIA”, the coin denomination “3 RUBLES”, the date “2025”, the designation of the metal according to the Periodic Table of Elements of D.I. Mendeleyev, the alloy standard, the trademark of the St. Petersburg Mint and the mass of the precious metal in purity.

    On the reverse side of the coin there is a relief image of a stele against a background of a laser-matted image of drilling operations against a drilling rig; at the top left is a relief inscription in two lines “50 YEARS”; along the circumference is a national ornament made using the laser-matted technique.

    The side surface of the coin is ribbed.

    The coin is made in proof quality.

    The mintage of the coin is 3.0 thousand pieces.

    The issued coin is a legal tender in the territory of the Russian Federation and must be accepted at face value for all types of payments without restrictions.

    When using the material, a link to the Press Service of the Bank of Russia is required.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Dmitry Chernyshenko: 540 thousand applicants have already submitted about 4 million applications as part of the admission campaign for the 2025/2026 academic year

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    Dmitry Chernyshenko during a visit to the Siberian Federal University. Left: Governor of Krasnoyarsk Krai Mikhail Kotyukov, Acting Rector of SFU Maxim Rumyantsev and Deputy Minister of Education and Science Dmitry Afanasyev

    July 4, 2025

    Dmitry Chernyshenko during a visit to the Siberian Federal University. On the left is the Governor of Krasnoyarsk Krai Mikhail Kotyukov, on the right is the Acting Rector of SFU Maxim Rumyantsev

    July 4, 2025

    Dmitry Chernyshenko during a visit to the Siberian Federal University. On the right is the Governor of Krasnoyarsk Krai Mikhail Kotyukov, on the left is the acting rector of SFU Maxim Rumyantsev

    July 4, 2025

    Dmitry Chernyshenko: 540 thousand applicants have already submitted about 4 million applications as part of the admission campaign for the 2025/2026 academic year

    July 4, 2025

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    Dmitry Chernyshenko during a visit to the Siberian Federal University. Left: Governor of Krasnoyarsk Krai Mikhail Kotyukov, Acting Rector of SFU Maxim Rumyantsev and Deputy Minister of Education and Science Dmitry Afanasyev

    During a visit to the Siberian Federal University (SFU), Deputy Prime Minister of Russia Dmitry Chernyshenko discussed the progress of the admissions campaign at SFU and other Russian universities. The event took place as part of the Deputy Prime Minister’s working visit to Krasnoyarsk Krai.

    To ensure continuous monitoring and control of the admissions campaign, a dashboard has been deployed on the platform of the Coordination Center of the Government of the Russian Federation. It can be used to track the progress of the admissions campaign in each subject, educational organization, including in individual areas of training and specialties. The panel allows you to identify deviations in the processing of applicants’ applications and promptly respond to them.

    “The admissions campaign is an important and responsible period not only for applicants, but for the entire country. The achievement of technological leadership, a national goal set by President Vladimir Putin, depends on the choice of applicants and the quality of their preparation. In total, almost 620 thousand budget places are available for higher education programs this academic year. About 540 thousand applicants have already submitted almost 4 million applications within the framework of competitive groups, of which more than 3 million – through the super service “Online University Admission”, – said Dmitry Chernyshenko.

    About 73% of the total number of budget places are allocated to regional universities.

    Among the most popular areas are computer science and computing, education and pedagogical sciences, and clinical medicine.

    In Krasnoyarsk Krai, applicants have already submitted almost 70 thousand applications to universities within the framework of competitive groups, including more than 61.2 thousand using the super service “Online University Admission”.

    The Deputy Prime Minister noted the active participation of the Siberian Federal University in government support measures, including those implemented under the national project “Youth and Children”.

    Governor of Krasnoyarsk Krai Mikhail Kotyukov noted that SFU is one of the leading universities in Russia: “Siberian Federal University is developing quite dynamically today. The university is of interest to applicants not only from Krasnoyarsk Krai, but also from neighboring regions. Quite a lot of foreigners come. We carefully preserve the legacy of the Universiade, all the facilities are working, all the facilities are involved. Moreover, we are already forming the next development plans.”

    Currently, SFU has about 27 thousand students, 83.4% of whom are full-time students. For the 2025/2026 academic year, Siberian Federal University has allocated more than 5.5 thousand budget places for higher education programs. As part of the current admissions campaign at SFU, applicants have already submitted over 30 thousand applications within competitive groups, including almost 25.5 thousand using the super service “Online University Admission”. Among the most popular areas of training among applicants are computer science and computer engineering; applied geology, mining, oil and gas engineering and geodesy; education and pedagogical sciences; mechanical engineering.

    The event was also attended by the Governor of Krasnoyarsk Krai Mikhail Kotyukov, Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation Dmitry Afanasyev, and Acting Rector of the Siberian Federal University Maxim Rumyantsev.

    Dmitry Chernyshenko also assessed the infrastructure of SFU, in particular the classrooms and the urban farming laboratory of the Institute of Gastronomy. This is one of 20 educational institutes that are part of the university structure; it was founded as a joint project of the Siberian Federal University and the Krasnoyarsk restaurant group. The Institute of Gastronomy trains specialists in the restaurant business and hospitality industry.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Vitaly Savelyev: Sea and river transport successfully solve important tasks in the interests of the state and citizens and make a significant contribution to achieving national development goals

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    Vitaly Savelyev held a conference call dedicated to the celebration of the Day of Workers of the Maritime and River Fleet

    July 4, 2025

    Vitaly Savelyev and participants of the conference call dedicated to the celebration of the Day of Workers of the Maritime and River Fleet

    July 4, 2025

    Vitaly Savelyev held a conference call dedicated to the celebration of the Day of Workers of the Maritime and River Fleet

    July 4, 2025

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    Vitaly Savelyev held a conference call dedicated to the celebration of the Day of Workers of the Maritime and River Fleet

    Deputy Prime Minister Vitaly Savelyev held a conference call dedicated to the celebration of Maritime and River Fleet Workers Day.

    The event was attended by Transport Minister Roman Starovoit, representatives of Rosmorrechflot, regional authorities, higher education institutions of water transport, as well as heads of administrations of inland waterway basins and sea ports.

    Opening the meeting, Vitaly Savelyev read out a congratulatory message from Russian President Vladimir Putin and addressed those present: “I have great respect for you and the work you do every day. We have been set high goals. I am confident that you will successfully achieve them and implement all large-scale tasks. I wish you success, good luck and prosperity.”

    The participants of the meeting summed up the current results of the work of the transport complex in the field of sea and river transportation, discussed the readiness to start loading and unloading operations in the Sevastopol seaport, issues of completing dredging operations in the waters of the seaport of Makhachkala and commissioning floating berth No. 9 in Taganrog. In addition, they discussed the launch of the Nizhny Bestyakh transshipment complex and the completion of the restoration of the sea terminal building in Sochi.

    Those present at the conference watched tourists arriving at the port of Chistopol after its reconstruction, listened to a report on the end of icebreaker navigation – 13 icebreakers took part in it, which escorted 1,380 vessels, and also saw off graduates of the Admiral F.F. Ushakov State Maritime University.

    In 2024, the federal project “River Highways” was launched. Last year, about 34 thousand passengers were transported along 12 subsidized routes. This year, the geography of transportation will be expanded. It is planned that by the end of the year, about 52 thousand passengers will be transported along 14 routes.

    Since January of this year, the national project “Efficient Transport System” has been implemented in Russia, which will become the foundation for the development of sea and river transport until 2030.

    “Sea and river transport are an important part of the unified transport complex of Russia, successfully solving important tasks in the interests of the state and citizens and making a significant contribution to achieving national development goals. There are 62 sea ports in Russia that provide transshipment of goods and cargo for export. Our country occupies a unique place in the world in terms of water resources – the length of inland waterways is more than 102 thousand km. Active work is underway to develop inland river transport, large infrastructure projects are being implemented, such as the construction of the Gorodetsky hydroelectric complex on the Volga River, the Bagaevsky hydroelectric complex on the Don River,” noted Vitaly Savelyev.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Dmitry Chernyshenko congratulated the participants of the youth forum “Biryusa” on the completion of the first shift “FinZHOZH”

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    Dmitry Chernyshenko greeted the participants of the forum “Territory of Initiative Youth “Biryusa”” and congratulated them on the completion of the “FinZHOZH” shift, dedicated to financial literacy issues

    July 4, 2025

    Dmitry Chernyshenko with Krasnoyarsk Krai Governor Mikhail Kotyukov and Rosfinmonitoring Director Yuri Chikhanchin (right) at the closing ceremony of the “FinZHOZH” shift at the Biryusa youth forum

    July 4, 2025

    Dmitry Chernyshenko and Governor of Krasnoyarsk Krai Mikhail Kotyukov with participants of the first shift of “FinZoZh” at the youth forum “Biryusa”

    July 4, 2025

    The closing ceremony of the first shift of “FinZOZH” at the youth forum “Biryusa”

    July 4, 2025

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    Dmitry Chernyshenko greeted the participants of the forum “Territory of Initiative Youth “Biryusa”” and congratulated them on the completion of the “FinZHOZH” shift, dedicated to financial literacy issues

    Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko greeted the participants of the forum “Territory of Initiative Youth “Biryusa”” and congratulated them on the completion of the “FinZHOZH” shift, dedicated to financial literacy issues.

    At the closing ceremony of the shift, Dmitry Chernyshenko noted: “The Biryusa forum is being held for the 19th time, and for the first time, the FinZHOZH shift, which brought together financial security specialists and experts. Just as Artek began a hundred years ago, here you are forging the history of the Biryusa camp. I am sure that the FinZHOZH shifts will become annual. Thank you to our President for giving you the opportunity to realize your talents – all the conditions have been created for this in the country. There is nothing like this anywhere in the world. We will be proud (of our country), love and protect it, as you do, sharing knowledge in financial and cybersecurity.”

    Dmitry Chernyshenko, together with the Director of Rosfinmonitoring Yuri Chikhanchin and the Governor of Krasnoyarsk Krai Mikhail Kotyukov, also took part in the defense of the projects presented by the shift participants and gave an expert assessment of their initiatives.

    On the final day of the shift, six project teams presented their ideas on financial security, youth budgeting, developing a financial culture and managing a family budget.

    “The participants of the Biryusa forum formulated many valuable ideas in the field of financial culture. These are our common projects that we will discuss, refine and implement together. I am sure that in a year, at the next forum, we will see the first practical results of this work,” said Mikhail Kotyukov, Governor of Krasnoyarsk Krai.

    The shift, which took place from July 1 to 4, brought together 350 young professionals from 65 regions of the country, including students, employees of financial institutions and government agencies, volunteers and entrepreneurs.

    The All-Russian educational forum “TIM Biryusa” is the key event of the year-round youth educational center of the Federal Agency for Youth Affairs in the direction of “Sports and Healthy Lifestyle”, opened on behalf of the President of Russia.

    The forum has been held in Krasnoyarsk Krai since 2007 in the middle of Siberian forests on the shore of the Krasnoyarsk Reservoir. This year the venue turned 19 years old. During this time, the forum has been visited by 58 thousand participants.

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  • MIL-OSI Canada: Update 10: Alberta wildfire update (July 4, 3 p.m.)

    Source: Government of Canada regional news (2)

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  • MIL-OSI Canada: Saturday, July 5, 2025

    Source: Government of Canada – Prime Minister

    Note: All times local

    Calgary, Alberta

    11:00 a.m. The Prime Minister will attend the Calgary Stampede pancake breakfast. 

    Note for media:

    • Pooled photo opportunity

    12:15 p.m. The Prime Minister will attend an event hosted by the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. 

    Closed to media

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  • MIL-OSI Canada: Detections of MSX and Dermo in oysters in Quebec

    Source: Government of Canada News

    The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has confirmed the presence of the aquatic animal diseases multinucleate sphere unknown (MSX) and Dermo (also known as Perkinsosis) in oyster samples collected in Chaleur Bay, Québec.

    MSX and Dermo do not pose risks to human health or food safety, but they can cause increased oyster mortality and decreased growth rates. These are the first confirmed cases of MSX and Dermo in Quebec.

    To limit the spread of the diseases, the CFIA, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) and the province of Quebec are working together with partners to monitor the situation and take necessary action. These actions are part of the Government of Canada’s One Health approach to prepare for, detect, and manage animal diseases.

    In addition to existing robust protective measures and increased animal surveillance, the CFIA, in collaboration with DFO and the province of Quebec, continues to conduct tracing activities and testing of oysters to gain insight into the presence of MSX and Dermo in the area.

    Response measures include:

    • applying movement controls to oysters,
    • further investigating the potential source of the detections,
    • engaging scientists, producers and harvesters to continue to monitor mollusc health, including notifying CFIA or the province of sick oysters or when decreased rates of growth or increased mortalities are observed, and
    • ensuring that information regarding detection and movement control information is available to producers.


    Quick Facts

    • MSX and Dermo pose no risk to human health and are not food safety concerns.
    • Haplosporidium nelsoni causes multinucleate sphere unknown (MSX) in cultured and wild American oysters (Crassostrea virginica).
    • Perkinsus marinus causes Perkinsosis (also known as Dermo) in cultured and wild American oysters (Crassostrea virginica).
    • These diseases do not affect other bivalves in this area, including mussels, scallops, or clams; however, they can cause increased oyster mortality and decreased growth rates.
    • With MSX, it is presumed there is an unknown intermediary host which makes it harder to determine how it is spread. Dermo can be transmitted from oyster to oyster, or from water contaminated with the parasite.
    • Canada’s National Aquatic Animal Health Program (NAAHP), co-delivered by the CFIA and Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), is responsible for preventing the introduction and/or spread of significant aquatic animal diseases of finfish, molluscs and crustaceans.

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  • MIL-OSI Canada: Detection of Dermo in oysters in Prince Edward Island

    Source: Government of Canada News

    The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has confirmed the presence of the aquatic animal disease Dermo (also known as Perkinsosis) in oyster samples collected in Egmont Bay, Prince Edward Island (PEI). Dermo does not pose a risk to human health or food safety, but it can cause increased oyster mortality and decreased growth rates. This is the first confirmed case of Dermo in PEI.

    To limit the spread of the disease, the CFIA, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) and the Province of PEI are working together with partners to monitor the situation and take necessary action. These actions are part of the Government of Canada’s One Health approach to prepare for, detect, and manage animal diseases.

    In addition to existing robust protective measures and increased animal surveillance, the CFIA, DFO and the Province of PEI continue to conduct activities to gain insight into the presence of Dermo in the area. At this time, these response measures include:

    • applying movement controls to oysters in the area;
    • further investigating the potential source of the detection;
    • engaging scientists, producers and harvesters to continue to monitor mollusc health, including notifying CFIA or the Province of sick oysters or when decreased rates of growth or increased mortalities are observed; and
    • ensuring that information regarding detection and movement control information is available.

     

    Quick Facts

    • Perkinsus marinus causes Dermo in cultured and wild American oysters (Crassostrea virginica).
    • It does not affect other bivalves in this area, including mussels, scallops, or clams; however, it can cause increased oyster mortality and decreased growth rates.
    • Dermo can be transmitted from oyster to oyster, or from water contaminated with the parasite.
    • Dermo poses no risks to human health and is not a food safety concern.
    • Canada’s National Aquatic Animal Health Program (NAAHP), co-delivered by the CFIA and DFO, is responsible for preventing the introduction and/or spread of significant aquatic animal diseases of finfish, molluscs and crustaceans.

     

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  • MIL-OSI: AGF Reports June 2025 Assets Under Management and Fee-Earning Assets

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TORONTO, July 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AGF Management Limited reported total assets under management (AUM) and fee-earning assets1 of $55.0 billion as at June 30, 2025.

               
    AUM

    ($ billions)

    		 June 30,
    2025    		 May 31,
    2025    		 % Change
    Month-Over-
    Month    		 June 30,
    2024    		 % Change
    Year-Over-
    Year
    Total Mutual Fund $ 32.0 $ 31.0   $ 27.2  
    Exchange-traded funds + Separately managed accounts $ 3.0 $ 2.8   $ 1.9  
    Segregated accounts and Sub-advisory $ 6.6 $ 6.4   $ 6.4  
    AGF Private Wealth $ 8.7 $ 8.6   $ 7.9  
    Subtotal
    (before AGF Capital Partners AUM and fee-earning assets1)    		 $ 50.3 $ 48.8   $ 43.4  
    AGF Capital Partners $ 2.6 $ 2.6   $ 2.7  
    Total AUM $ 52.9 $ 51.4 2.9 % $ 46.1 14.8 %
    AGF Capital Partners fee-earning assets1 $ 2.1 $ 2.1   $ 2.1  
    Total AUM and fee-earning assets1 $ 55.0 $ 53.5 2.8 % $ 48.2 14.1 %
               
    Average Daily Mutual Fund AUM $ 31.3 $ 30.6   $ 27.3  

    1 Fee-earning assets represent assets in which AGF has carried interest ownership and earns recurring fees but does not have ownership interest in the managers.

    Mutual Fund AUM by Category

    ($ billions)

    		 June 30,
    2025    		 May 31,
    2025    		 June 30,
    2024
    Domestic Equity Funds $ 4.6 $ 4.5 $ 4.2
    U.S. and International Equity Funds $ 20.2 $ 19.5 $ 16.3
    Domestic Balanced Funds $ 0.1 $ 0.1 $ 0.1
    U.S. and International Balanced Funds $ 1.5 $ 1.4 $ 1.5
    Domestic Fixed Income Funds $ 2.0 $ 2.0 $ 1.7
    U.S. and International Fixed Income Funds $ 3.3 $ 3.2 $ 3.1
    Domestic Money Market $ 0.3 $ 0.3 $ 0.3
    Total Mutual Fund AUM $ 32.0 $ 31.0 $ 27.2
           

    AGF Capital Partners AUM and fee-earning assets

    ($ billions)

    June 30,
    2025

    May 31,
    2025

    June 30,
    2024
    AGF Capital Partners AUM $ 2.6 $ 2.6 $ 2.7
    AGF Capital Partners fee-earning assets $ 2.1 $ 2.1 $ 2.1
    Total AGF Capital Partners AUM and fee-earning assets $ 4.7 $ 4.7 $ 4.8

    About AGF Management Limited

    Founded in 1957, AGF Management Limited (AGF) is an independent and globally diverse asset management firm. Our companies deliver excellence in investing in the public and private markets through three business lines: AGF Investments, AGF Capital Partners and AGF Private Wealth.

    AGF brings a disciplined approach, focused on incorporating sound, responsible and sustainable corporate practices. The firm’s collective investment expertise, driven by its fundamental, quantitative and private investing capabilities, extends globally to a wide range of clients, from financial advisors and their clients to high-net worth and institutional investors including pension plans, corporate plans, sovereign wealth funds, endowments and foundations.

    Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, AGF has investment operations and client servicing teams on the ground in North America and Europe. With $55 billion in total assets under management and fee-earning assets, AGF serves more than 815,000 investors. AGF trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol AGF.B.

    AGF Management Limited shareholders, analysts and media, please contact:

    Nick Smerek
    VP, Financial Planning & Analysis
    416-865-4337, InvestorRelations@agf.com

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  • PM Modi and Trinidad & Tobago’s Prime Minister plant a sapling in Port of Spain

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Trinidad and Tobago’s Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar planted a sapling in Port of Spain as part of the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ initiative.

    In a post on X, PM Modi thanked Prime Minister Persad-Bissessar for participating in the campaign.

    “Grateful to Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar for joining the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ initiative. India and Trinidad & Tobago understand the adverse impacts of climate change and we will continue to do our utmost to make our planet greener and better”, the PM said.

    Earlier on Friday, PM Modi met Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar at the Red House in Port of Spain. He congratulated her on assuming office for a second term following her recent election victory.

    The two leaders discussed a wide range of potential areas for cooperation, including agriculture, healthcare and pharmaceuticals, digital transformation, UPI, capacity building, culture, sports, and people-to-people ties.

    Sharing details of the meeting, PM Modi said in a post on X that they held discussions on all aspects of India–Trinidad and Tobago friendship. “We agreed on the need to further accelerate our economic partnership and focus on areas such as disaster management, climate change, and defence.”

  • PM Modi and Trinidad & Tobago’s Prime Minister plant a sapling in Port of Spain

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Trinidad and Tobago’s Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar planted a sapling in Port of Spain as part of the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ initiative.

    In a post on X, PM Modi thanked Prime Minister Persad-Bissessar for participating in the campaign.

    “Grateful to Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar for joining the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ initiative. India and Trinidad & Tobago understand the adverse impacts of climate change and we will continue to do our utmost to make our planet greener and better”, the PM said.

    Earlier on Friday, PM Modi met Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar at the Red House in Port of Spain. He congratulated her on assuming office for a second term following her recent election victory.

    The two leaders discussed a wide range of potential areas for cooperation, including agriculture, healthcare and pharmaceuticals, digital transformation, UPI, capacity building, culture, sports, and people-to-people ties.

    Sharing details of the meeting, PM Modi said in a post on X that they held discussions on all aspects of India–Trinidad and Tobago friendship. “We agreed on the need to further accelerate our economic partnership and focus on areas such as disaster management, climate change, and defence.”

  • PM Modi and Trinidad & Tobago’s Prime Minister plant a sapling in Port of Spain

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Trinidad and Tobago’s Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar planted a sapling in Port of Spain as part of the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ initiative.

    In a post on X, PM Modi thanked Prime Minister Persad-Bissessar for participating in the campaign.

    “Grateful to Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar for joining the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ initiative. India and Trinidad & Tobago understand the adverse impacts of climate change and we will continue to do our utmost to make our planet greener and better”, the PM said.

    Earlier on Friday, PM Modi met Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar at the Red House in Port of Spain. He congratulated her on assuming office for a second term following her recent election victory.

    The two leaders discussed a wide range of potential areas for cooperation, including agriculture, healthcare and pharmaceuticals, digital transformation, UPI, capacity building, culture, sports, and people-to-people ties.

    Sharing details of the meeting, PM Modi said in a post on X that they held discussions on all aspects of India–Trinidad and Tobago friendship. “We agreed on the need to further accelerate our economic partnership and focus on areas such as disaster management, climate change, and defence.”

  • India, Thailand set for showdown to reach AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    All eyes will be on Chiang Mai this Saturday as India face Thailand in a winner-takes-all clash for a place at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026.

    After more than two months of preparation and three dominant wins in the group stage, the Blue Tigresses are one match away from rewriting history. India have never qualified for the Asian Cup through the qualifiers route — the last time they featured was in 2003, when there were none. They did play in the 2022 edition as hosts but were forced to withdraw due to a COVID-19 outbreak.

    The stakes are higher this time. The path to a first-ever FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2027 runs through Australia. “Qualification right now would be a huge boost for Indian football overall,” head coach Crispin Chettri said. “It would inspire more young girls to take up the sport and help the women’s game grow. For those already in the national team, it’s a chance to test themselves against Asia’s best — and possibly the world’s.”

    On paper, Thailand hold the edge. They are ranked 46th in the world, 24 spots above India, and have qualified for nine consecutive Asian Cups and two World Cups (2015, 2019). Yet in the qualifiers so far, the two teams have been neck and neck. India thrashed Mongolia 13-0, Timor Leste 4-0, and Iraq 5-0. Thailand beat the same opponents 11-0, 4-0, and 7-0. Both sides boast a +22 goal difference — setting up a knockout in every sense. If scores remain level after 90 minutes, the tie will be decided on penalties.

    Chettri knows Saturday’s test will be tougher but insists the approach remains unchanged. “We’ve respected every opponent and prepared diligently. Thailand are a stronger side and deserve that respect — but our plan is to finish the job in 90 minutes. We’re not thinking about penalties.”

    Midfielders Anju Tamang and Sangita Basfore know what to expect. The duo featured when India lost narrowly to Thailand 1-0 at the 2023 Asian Games in China. “They’re a quality side,” said Tamang, who has a goal and two assists so far. “They like to keep the ball and play quick, short passes. We have to fight hard and play with the right spirit to get the win.”

    For India, the equation is simple: a win in Chiang Mai keeps the dream alive — and brings the 2027 World Cup one step closer.

  • India, Thailand set for showdown to reach AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    All eyes will be on Chiang Mai this Saturday as India face Thailand in a winner-takes-all clash for a place at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026.

    After more than two months of preparation and three dominant wins in the group stage, the Blue Tigresses are one match away from rewriting history. India have never qualified for the Asian Cup through the qualifiers route — the last time they featured was in 2003, when there were none. They did play in the 2022 edition as hosts but were forced to withdraw due to a COVID-19 outbreak.

    The stakes are higher this time. The path to a first-ever FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2027 runs through Australia. “Qualification right now would be a huge boost for Indian football overall,” head coach Crispin Chettri said. “It would inspire more young girls to take up the sport and help the women’s game grow. For those already in the national team, it’s a chance to test themselves against Asia’s best — and possibly the world’s.”

    On paper, Thailand hold the edge. They are ranked 46th in the world, 24 spots above India, and have qualified for nine consecutive Asian Cups and two World Cups (2015, 2019). Yet in the qualifiers so far, the two teams have been neck and neck. India thrashed Mongolia 13-0, Timor Leste 4-0, and Iraq 5-0. Thailand beat the same opponents 11-0, 4-0, and 7-0. Both sides boast a +22 goal difference — setting up a knockout in every sense. If scores remain level after 90 minutes, the tie will be decided on penalties.

    Chettri knows Saturday’s test will be tougher but insists the approach remains unchanged. “We’ve respected every opponent and prepared diligently. Thailand are a stronger side and deserve that respect — but our plan is to finish the job in 90 minutes. We’re not thinking about penalties.”

    Midfielders Anju Tamang and Sangita Basfore know what to expect. The duo featured when India lost narrowly to Thailand 1-0 at the 2023 Asian Games in China. “They’re a quality side,” said Tamang, who has a goal and two assists so far. “They like to keep the ball and play quick, short passes. We have to fight hard and play with the right spirit to get the win.”

    For India, the equation is simple: a win in Chiang Mai keeps the dream alive — and brings the 2027 World Cup one step closer.

  • MIL-OSI Economics: South Africa: African Development Bank Country Focus Report highlights urgent need for economic transformation as GDP growth remains subdued

    Source: African Development Bank Group
    South Africa’s GDP growth declined to 0.6% in 2024 from 0.7% in 2023, underscoring the need for critical action and strategic reforms to unlock the country’s vast capital resources and accelerate economic growth, the African Development Bank emphasized in its Country Focus report launched on Wednesday.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: China looks to strengthen cooperation with Greece – Premier of the State Council of China /more details/

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    RHODES /Greece/, July 4 /Xinhua/ — China hopes to strengthen cooperation ties with Greece, Chinese Premier Li Qiang said on Friday on the Greek island of Rhodes.

    During the meeting with Greek Deputy Prime Minister Kostis Hadzidakis, Li Qiang stressed that China is willing to work with the Greek side to better give play to their complementary advantages, advance the implementation of the Piraeus Port Project in a high-quality manner, and promote a more optimized and balanced development of trade between the two countries.

    The head of the Chinese government recalled the meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis during his visit to China in November 2023, during which important agreements were reached on deepening bilateral relations.

    According to Li Qiang, over the past two years, China and Greece have actively implemented the results of this visit and promoted high-quality development of cooperation under the joint construction of the Belt and Road, bringing more benefits to the peoples of both countries.

    Noting that next year will mark the 20th anniversary of the establishment of China-Greece comprehensive strategic partnership, Li Qiang said China is willing to work with Greece to continue to firmly support each other’s core interests and major concerns, expand practical cooperation in various fields and achieve greater tangible results.

    China is also willing to work with Greece to expand cooperation in areas such as clean energy, power transmission and conversion, and artificial intelligence, cultivating new economic growth points, Li Qiang continued, adding that China supports and encourages more Chinese enterprises with relevant capabilities to actively increase investment in Greece based on market principles.

    The Premier of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China called on both sides to strengthen mutual learning between civilizations, increase cultural and humanitarian exchanges in such areas as tourism, and strengthen friendship between the peoples of the two countries.

    Pointing out that China and the EU have a wide range of common interests, Li Qiang said that against the backdrop of rising unilateralism and protectionism, China and the EU should jointly send a positive signal of support for multilateralism and free trade, and jointly uphold economic globalization and the international economic and trade order.

    He also expressed hope that Greece will continue to play a constructive role in promoting the development of China-EU relations.

    K. Hadzidakis, for his part, stated that both Greece and China are ancient civilizations, and Greece attaches great importance to the development of relations with the PRC.

    He noted that Greece is willing to implement the consensus reached by the heads of state of the two countries, and pointed out that Greece intends to further strengthen high-level exchanges with China, deepen practical cooperation in such areas as trade, investment, shipping, energy and tourism, promote cultural and humanitarian exchanges, strengthen dialogue between civilizations, thereby advancing the development of the Greek-Chinese comprehensive strategic partnership.

    China is a large country with significant international influence, K. Hadzidakis continued, adding that Greece is ready to strengthen multilateral cooperation with China, jointly uphold the goals and principles of the UN Charter, and jointly counter global challenges such as climate change.

    Greece is also ready to contribute to the development of relations between the EU and China, he added.

    Earlier in the day, the Chinese premier left Beijing for Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where he will attend the 17th BRICS summit at the invitation of the leaders of the BRICS countries. On the way, the Chinese leader made a stop on the Greek island of Rhodes. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: A scientific and practical conference dedicated to the “Shanghai spirit” was held in Bishkek

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    BISHKEK, July 4 (Xinhua) — A scientific and practical conference titled “Shanghai Spirit: Bridges of Mutually Beneficial Cooperation and Sustainable Development within the SCO” was held in the Kyrgyz capital Bishkek on Friday. The event was attended by more than 100 representatives of political, scientific, business and other circles of China and Kyrgyzstan.

    In her speech, Chinese Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan Liu Jiangping outlined the rich content and modern value of the “Shanghai Spirit”, introduced China’s work as the SCO chair country and the organization’s achievements in cooperation. She stated that China is willing to work with all parties to develop the “Shanghai Spirit”, promote continuous achievements in the development of the SCO, and contribute to stimulating stability and development in the region.

    The Minister of Justice of Kyrgyzstan, Director of the National Institute for Strategic Initiatives under the President Ayaz Baetov, as well as other participants from the Kyrgyz side highly appreciated China’s contribution to promoting the development of the SCO and expressed Kyrgyzstan’s readiness to work together with China to continuously achieve new results in cooperation in all areas within the SCO.

    The event was jointly organized by the Chinese Embassy in Kyrgyzstan and the National Institute for Strategic Initiatives under the President of Kyrgyzstan. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: At least six people dead, unknown number of children missing after flooding in central Texas

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    HOUSTON, July 4 (Xinhua) — At least six people have died and an unspecified number of children from summer camps along the Guadalupe River are missing due to flooding in central Texas, local authorities said Friday.

    The massive flash flood that occurred overnight was caused by heavy rains.

    Kerr County Judge Rob Kelly confirmed the number of victims but did not disclose their identities.

    “We can’t say for sure that all the missing people have been found. We know that some people are missing,” R. Kelly said during a briefing on Friday morning.

    There are several summer camps along the river in the area, including Camp Mystic for Girls, NBC News reported.

    The camp released a statement Friday morning saying the parents of the missing children had been notified and if a parent had not been contacted, it meant their child was not reported missing. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Congressman Neguse Welcomes 2025 Congressional Art Competition Winner to Washington, D.C.

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Joe Neguse (D-Co 2)

    Pictured Above: (Left) Congressman Neguse with 2025 Congressional Art Competition Winner, Sabra Forquer, in Washington, D.C. (Right) Sabra Forquer’s artwork that will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol.

    Lafayette, CO — Last Week, Colorado Congressman Joe Neguse welcomed Sabra Forquer from Granby’s Middle Park High School to Washington, D.C. for the unveiling of her winning artwork in the Cannon Tunnel of the U.S. Capitol. Forquer took first place in the 2nd District’s annual Congressional Art Competition Ceremony hosted earlier this year. Her piece titled “Colorado Roots Run Deep” will proudly represent the folks of Northwestern Colorado for the next year in the halls of Congress. 

    “The Congressional Art Competition serves as a meaningful opportunity each year for students across Colorado to share their artistic gifts. This year’s entries were especially compelling, and I was deeply impressed by the creativity and passion displayed by every student who participated,” said Congressman Neguse. “I was honored to welcome Sabra to Washington for the celebration of her remarkable artwork that will proudly hang in the halls of Congress for the next year. Her entry, ‘Colorado Roots Run Deep,’ showcases the essence of our state and is a powerful reminder of the talented and inspiring young people shaping the future in communities across the state.”

    “In the summer of 2024, I decided to run for Middle Park Fair & Rodeo queen. During fair week, as a contestant, a friend of mine took a few photos of me in my western modeling outfit. One of those photos was a silhouette, a favorite of mine. Skip to senior year in 2024-25, I took AP 2D Art. In this class, I began experimenting with art on topographic maps. I used experiences and personal photos to create my art. This led me to create a realistic acrylic painting of the silhouette picture from the fair. Then, I took that image and put it onto a topographic map. In running for queen, I remember the challenges I faced. In the end, I didn’t win, but the growth and support I experienced were worth more than the win. The depth of that experience I saw come to life as I created the piece you now know as ‘Colorado Roots Run Deep.’  The piece speaks to the county that has built me, and the mountains that have molded me,” said Sabra Forquer.

    In April, Neguse joined all the high school-aged students who submitted artwork at the Longmont Museum for a ceremony celebrating their projects and creativity. A panel of local artists and experts assisted the Congressman in selecting the following winning pieces.

    2025 Congressional Art Competition Winners:

    As noted above, the winning submission for Colorado’s 2nd Congressional District will be displayed for one year in the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., alongside artwork from other contest winners nationwide. The 2nd through 6th place winners from Colorado’s 2nd will be displayed in Rep. Neguse’s Washington, D.C. and district offices.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Colorado Representatives Joe Neguse and Jeff Hurd Statement on Removal of Public Lands Sell Off from Budget Reconciliation Bill

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Joe Neguse (D-Co 2)

    “Decisions about Colorado’s treasured public lands should be made by the people who live here—not by mandates from Washington.”

    Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressmen Joe Neguse (CO-02) and Jeff Hurd (CO-03), who together represent Colorado’s Western Slope, issued the following statement after the Senate parliamentarian ruled Monday evening to remove provisions that sell off America’s public lands from the budget reconciliation bill currently making its way through the Congress. The lawmakers represent rural and mountain communities across the state and continue to urge that a proposal along these lines be excluded from the final text. Neguse and Hurd worked successfully to strip an amendment from the House-passed text that would have mandated the sale of hundreds of thousands of acres of public lands in Utah and Nevada. 

    “Colorado’s public lands belong to the people and are held in trust for future generations. They don’t belong to political appointees or outside interests. Neither of our districts asked for this land sale, and any efforts to sell off these shared spaces are deeply unpopular with the hunters, ranchers, fishermen, recreationists, conservationists, and outdoor enthusiasts we are proud to represent in Congress. Republican or Democrat—representing red, purple, or blue districts—one sentiment continues to ring true: public lands are not for sale.”

    “As consideration of the budget reconciliation bill continues, we must remain united in ensuring that its text excludes provisions that would permit the widespread sale or transfer of these treasured places. It’s time for folks on both sides of the aisle to come together for the common good and stand with us in our bipartisan effort to be good stewards of America’s prized public lands.”

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Neguse, Bennet Joint Statement on NOAA Budget Cuts 

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Joe Neguse (D-Co 2)

    Washington, DC — Following the release of the White House’s Fiscal Year 2026 budget proposal, Congressman Joe Neguse and Senator Michael Bennet issued the following joint statement condemning the proposed cuts to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and its Cooperative Institutes (CIs).

    “Our Cooperative Institutes here in Colorado are vital to not only our state, but our country. These institutes — the Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES) and the Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere (CIRA) —employ hundreds of people in Colorado and protect millions across the nation through research on weather, drought, and fire events. These senseless proposed funding cuts would have devastating impacts felt nationwide and undermine the science our research communities rely on for generations to come.”

    “The critical work that researchers are doing everyday at NOAA and its Cooperative Institutes cannot be overstated. Their work is imperative to the personal safety and daily lives of all Americans. To eliminate funding for NOAA and its CI’s would be reckless and short-sighted. We urge the Department of Commerce to reverse any plans to eliminate funding for these critical institutions that diminish the strength of our national labs, and we will strongly oppose these dangerous proposals in the House and Senate.” 

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Neguse on House Passage of Republican’s Reckless Budget Reconciliation Bill

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Joe Neguse (D-Co 2)

    Washington, D.C. — Colorado U.S. Representative Joe Neguse issued the following statement on the House of Representative’s passage of H.R. 1, the 2025 Republican Budget Reconciliation Bill. Rep. Neguse led opposition to the bill through multiple marathon hearings on the Rules Committee on which he serves, including a record 28-hour hearing. 

    “During the House Rules Committee’s marathon 28-hour hearing, I saw firsthand just how out of touch the Trump Administration and House Republicans are with the American people. As we exposed during multiple hearings —which House Republicans intentionally scheduled during the dead of night — the budget reconciliation bill is reckless and cruel, and will have disastrous consequences for the American people. The bill will slash healthcare for millions of Americans while increasing the deficit by trillions of dollars. Put simply, it is indefensible. That is why I vehemently opposed the bill, and voted against the measure at every turn, including again earlier today.”

    “The policies embedded in the reckless budget bill will harm many families across the Western Slope and Northern Colorado, whom will feel the strain of this bill, all while billionaires and big corporations enjoy hefty tax cuts made possible by Congressional Republicans. And because of these cuts, many Coloradans will be left without critical support programs, including food assistance and healthcare access, while rural hospitals across our state face the prospects of potential closure.” 

    “Over the coming weeks, our office will be engaged in critical conversations with communities across the 12 counties I’m privileged to serve, along with state and local leaders, as we chart a path forward. We also encourage constituents to contact our office directly for assistance in navigating the impacts of the legislation, as our office stands ready to assist. Finally, I will continue to identify every opportunity possible to reverse the draconian cuts wrought by House Republicans’ reckless bill and work relentlessly to do the same, including through the upcoming appropriations process for FY 2026.” 

    Below are most recent available estimates on the prospective impacts of the 2025 Budget Reconciliation Bill on the State of Colorado.

    • 40,953 people across Colorado will lose health insurance.
    • At least 55,000 people across Colorado could lose some or all food assistance.
    • 10,000 manufacturing and energy jobs in Colorado would be eliminated.
    • 55,769 students in Colorado could have their Pell grants cut or eliminated entirely.
    • $490 average yearly increase in energy bills for Colorado families.

    If you or someone you know in Colorado’s 2nd Congressional District will be impacted by the 2025 Budget Reconciliation Bill, please fill out this form and a member of our staff will be in touch with you.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Congressman Neguse on Supreme Court Decision Regarding Birthright Citizenship

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Joe Neguse (D-Co 2)

    Washington, D.C. — Colorado U.S. Representative Joe Neguse issued the following statement on the Supreme Court’s decision regarding birthright citizenship.

    “The Trump Administration has engaged in cruel and lawless immigration practices, including the unconstitutional attempt to end birthright citizenship by executive fiat. I strongly disagree with the Supreme Court’s misguided and reckless decision today  — which as Justice Sotomayor correctly notes in her dissent — “renders constitutional guarantees meaningful in name only for individuals who are not parties to a lawsuit.” In so doing, the decision also eviscerates the principle of judicial economy, potentially forcing countless Americans to initiate litigation across the country to vindicate their constitutional rights.”

    “But the legal fight — to preserve birthright citizenship, and to push back against unlawful executive orders, is far from over. Today’s ruling did not address the merits of Trump’s birthright citizenship executive order — which countless courts have deemed unconstitutional. Nor does the decision foreclose universal injunctive relief via state lawsuits or class action proceedings. That is precisely why House Democrats participated in two pending lawsuits —initiated by the State of Washington and the State of New Jersey — to protect birthright citizenship. And it is why the Litigation Task Force will continue to do so in both cases, among many others, and use every legal tool at its disposal to vindicate our constitution and the rule of law.”

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  • MIL-OSI: Petrolympic Announces Option Grant

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TORONTO, July 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Petrolympic Ltd. (TSX-V: PCQ) (OTC:PCQRF) (the “Company”), announces that a total of 2,100,000 options to purchase common shares of the Company have been granted to directors and officers of the Company at an exercise price of $0.10 per share, expiring on July 4, 2030.

    NEITHER THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATIONS SERVICES PROVIDER HAVE REVIEWED OR ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE.

    For further information please contact:
    Mendel Ekstein President
    Tel. 845-656-0184
    Fax 845-231-6665
    82 Richmond St East Toronto, ON M5C 1P1

    CAUTIONARY STATEMENT REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION

    Certain information contained or incorporated by reference in this press release, including any information regarding the proposed acquisition, constitutes “forward-looking statements.” All statements, other than statements of historical fact, are to be considered forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are necessarily based on a number of estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by the Company, are inherently subject to significant business, economic, geological and competitive uncertainties and contingencies. Although the Company believes the expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of future performance. Known and unknown factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in the forward- looking statements. Such factors include but are not limited to: economic and global market impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, fluctuations in market prices, exploration and exploitation successes, continued availability of capital and financing, changes in national and local government legislation, taxation, controls, regulations, expropriation or nationalization of property and general political, economic, market or business conditions. Many of these uncertainties and contingencies can affect our actual results and could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in any forward-looking statements made by, or on behalf of, us. Readers are cautioned that forward- looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and, therefore, readers are advised to rely on their own evaluation of such uncertainties. All of the forward-looking statements made in this press release, or incorporated by reference, are qualified by these cautionary statements. We do not assume any obligation to update any forward-looking statements.

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Strategies for Africa’s Climate Resilience: Trade and Practices

    Source: International Monetary Fund

    Disclaimer: IMF Working Papers describe research in progress by the author(s) and are published to elicit comments and to encourage debate. The views expressed in IMF Working Papers are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the views of the IMF, its Executive Board, or IMF management.

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Global Financial Spillovers of Chinese Macroeconomic Surprises

    Source: International Monetary Fund

    Disclaimer: IMF Working Papers describe research in progress by the author(s) and are published to elicit comments and to encourage debate. The views expressed in IMF Working Papers are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the views of the IMF, its Executive Board, or IMF management.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: China looks to strengthen cooperation with Greece – Premier of the State Council of China

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    RHODES /Greece/, July 4 /Xinhua/ — China hopes to strengthen cooperation ties with Greece, Chinese Premier Li Qiang said on Friday on the Greek island of Rhodes.

    During the meeting with Greek Deputy Prime Minister Kostis Hadzidakis, Li Qiang stressed that China is willing to work with the Greek side to better give play to their complementary advantages, advance the implementation of the Piraeus Port Project in a high-quality manner, and promote a more optimized and balanced development of trade between the two countries.

    The head of the Chinese government recalled the meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis during his visit to China in November 2023, during which important agreements were reached on deepening bilateral relations.

    According to Li Qiang, over the past two years, China and Greece have actively implemented the results of this visit and promoted high-quality development of cooperation under the joint construction of the Belt and Road, bringing more benefits to the peoples of both countries.

    Noting that next year will mark the 20th anniversary of the establishment of China-Greece comprehensive strategic partnership, Li Qiang said China is willing to work with Greece to continue to firmly support each other’s core interests and major concerns, expand practical cooperation in various fields and achieve greater tangible results.

    China is also willing to work with Greece to expand cooperation in areas such as clean energy, power transmission and conversion, and artificial intelligence, cultivating new economic growth points, Li Qiang continued, adding that China supports and encourages more Chinese enterprises with relevant capabilities to actively increase investment in Greece based on market principles.

    The Premier of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China called on both sides to strengthen mutual learning between civilizations, increase cultural and humanitarian exchanges in such areas as tourism, and strengthen friendship between the peoples of the two countries.

    Pointing out that China and the EU have a wide range of common interests, Li Qiang said that against the backdrop of rising unilateralism and protectionism, China and the EU should jointly send a positive signal of support for multilateralism and free trade, and jointly uphold economic globalization and the international economic and trade order.

    He also expressed hope that Greece will continue to play a constructive role in promoting the development of China-EU relations.

    Earlier in the day, the Chinese premier left Beijing for Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where he will attend the 17th BRICS summit at the invitation of the leaders of the BRICS countries. On the way, the Chinese leader made a stop on the Greek island of Rhodes. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Iran Committed to Diplomacy, Calls for Retaliatory Actions: President

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    TEHRAN, July 4 (Xinhua) — Iran still views diplomacy as an effective means of settling disputes, provided the other side is sincerely committed to these solutions in practice, President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Friday.

    As noted in a statement published on the website of the Iranian presidential office, M. Pezeshkian made the corresponding judgment at a meeting with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon in Khankendi, Azerbaijan, where he attended the 17th summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) earlier that day.

    M. Pezeshkian recalled that while Iran was seeking to resolve existing problems through negotiations with the West, especially with the United States, Israel began to carry out airstrikes against it.

    “Iran continues to see negotiations and diplomacy as effective solutions to resolve differences, provided that the other side shows in practice that it is committed to these solutions,” he added.

    The Tajik president, for his part, condemned Israel’s “aggression” against Iran, stressing that all parties need to return to the negotiating table and remain committed to diplomacy to resolve differences.

    The statement said the presidents also called for accelerating the implementation of previously signed bilateral cooperation agreements in various fields, especially in the economy, trade and culture. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: A Macroeconomic Framework for Long-Term Resilience and Growth

    Source: International Monetary Fund

    David Bartolini, Andrew Ceber, Valerie Cerra, Pedro Juarros, Yujin Kim, Junko Mochizuki, and Christine J. Richmond “A Macroeconomic Framework for Long-Term Resilience and Growth”, IMF Working Papers 2025, 135 (2025), accessed July 4, 2025, https://doi.org/10.5089/9798229015196.001

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