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  • Muscat joins International Yoga Day celebrations

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    The Embassy of India in Muscat today successfully spearheaded the celebration of International Day of Yoga 2025, drawing a large and enthusiastic crowd to the picturesque Omani Village Amphitheater in Al Qurum Natural Park.

    From 5 AM to 8 AM, yoga enthusiasts and members of the vibrant Indian community united to embrace the ancient practice, reinforcing the global message of holistic health, inner harmony, and overall well-being. The core of the morning’s activities revolved around the Common Yoga Protocol, a structured 45-minute yoga routine diligently followed by participants, promoting uniformity and accessibility in practice.


    Beyond the live demonstration, the event also featured a continuous screening of informative and inspiring yoga-related videos from various partners and esteemed yoga institutions, offering diverse perspectives and deeper insights into the discipline.

    The early morning event, set against the serene backdrop of the park, provided a refreshing start to the day, highlighting yoga’s universal appeal as a path to physical and mental rejuvenation.

     

     

  • Muscat joins International Yoga Day celebrations

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    The Embassy of India in Muscat today successfully spearheaded the celebration of International Day of Yoga 2025, drawing a large and enthusiastic crowd to the picturesque Omani Village Amphitheater in Al Qurum Natural Park.

    From 5 AM to 8 AM, yoga enthusiasts and members of the vibrant Indian community united to embrace the ancient practice, reinforcing the global message of holistic health, inner harmony, and overall well-being. The core of the morning’s activities revolved around the Common Yoga Protocol, a structured 45-minute yoga routine diligently followed by participants, promoting uniformity and accessibility in practice.


    Beyond the live demonstration, the event also featured a continuous screening of informative and inspiring yoga-related videos from various partners and esteemed yoga institutions, offering diverse perspectives and deeper insights into the discipline.

    The early morning event, set against the serene backdrop of the park, provided a refreshing start to the day, highlighting yoga’s universal appeal as a path to physical and mental rejuvenation.

     

     

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Rosneft CEO on Western sanctions: “Victory will be ours!”

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Rosneft – Rosneft – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin is confident that Russia and its economy will successfully overcome unprecedented external pressure.

    “Despite the fact that our dream of an open global economy, of immutable laws protecting the inviolability of property and contractual obligations, of equal legal guarantees for all turned out to be an illusion, despite the unprecedented external pressure in history, we repeat the great words spoken in June of 1941 and which became a symbol of the indestructible spirit of our people: “Our cause is just, the enemy will be defeated, victory will be ours!” said the head of Rosneft, speaking at the Energy Panel within the framework of the XXVIII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.

    The head of Rosneft, concluding the report “The Odyssey of the World Economy in Search of the Golden Fleece. The New Face of World Energy,” reminded the participants of the Energy Panel that, having obtained the fleece, the Argonauts returned to Greece, but did not find happiness.

    “But what is the meaning of the myth, if evil is followed only by evil, and good intentions turn into their opposite? Perhaps the meaning is that the Golden Fleece, obtained by criminal means, does not bring happiness, and evil always breeds evil. A miracle will not happen,” Igor Sechin concluded.

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Kirsty Coventry Unveils Collaborative & Inclusive International Olympic Committee (IOC) Leadership Vision at First Public Media Roundtable

    Source: Africa Press Organisation – English (2) – Report:

    In her first major media appearance since being elected President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Kirsty Coventry offered a strikingly human portrait of the leader she intends to be: humble, collaborative, and unwaveringly grounded in the values of sport, equity, and Olympism, as she addressed international media during an online open roundtable on Zoom this afternoon.

    FIRST WOMAN & AFRICAN Speaking candidly for over an hour, the Zimbabwean reflected on the life journey that brought her from the pools of Harare to the corridors of Olympic power in Lausanne. Her presidency, set to begin officially on Olympic Day, 23 June 2025, will mark a historic moment as she becomes the first woman and first African to lead the IOC.

    GROUNDED LEADERSHIP Coventry made it clear that her leadership will not be rooted in authority, but in consensus and a collaborative, human-centred vision: ”In both my personal and professional career, I’ve always had incredible people around me to keep me grounded and humble; those are people whom I will continue to keep around me.” 

    She added: “Values are at the core of our daily business, they’re incredibly important in today’s communities, and I hold this very close to my heart.”

    WHY IOC FORUMS MATTER Replying to a question from Japan’s Wakako Yuki on the role of IOC Forums in attribute Conventry’s vision as president, “I have a vision that I would like to see, but I want to do it in a collaborative way. The Athletes Forum, eSport, Olympism365, the two ASOIF and WOF General Assemblies have been great platforms to listen to people, to hear topics that are important to them.”

    2ND MEDIA ROUNDTABLE IN SIGHT Coventry announced that immediately following the IOC Session on June 23-24, she has invited members to stay for a two-day “pause and reflect” workshop, an opportunity for honest dialogue about the IOC’s challenges and future direction: 

    “I’ve invited the IOC members to stay two extra days so that I can hear what is on their mind and what they see as our opportunities and what they may see as our challenges, as we move into the future and come up with different ideas. This is the first point in a longer consultation process with all stakeholders, including yourselves as media, where we’ll create another round table where I’ll get to ask you all a bunch of questions. That will strengthen the Olympic movement in a collaborative way.”

    VALUES CARRIED TO IOC PRESIDENCY Nadine Hassan from Jordan asked Kirsty, looking back on her journey, from Olympic champion to minister and now IOC President, which moments off the podium had the greatest impact in shaping the person she is today? “I’ll need a moment to properly reflect on this. I think I’d have to go back to my roots. Growing up in Zimbabwe played a huge role. It’s a small community in many ways. We’re a big country geographically, but we’re just 15 million people, and we lean on each other.

    “I think that kind of upbringing, maybe a bit more sheltered, surrounded by strong values and close-knit support, helped me understand the importance of having grounded, humble, genuine people around me. And it’s those people who’ve consistently reminded me of where I come from. That’s been one of the most powerful influences throughout my journey.

    CHALLENGES, AND DIFFICULT MEN.. New York Times reporter Tariq Panja referenced Coventry’s previous remarks about dealing with “difficult men.” She smiled knowingly and recounted the pressures she faced as a young Olympic medallist representing Zimbabwe during politically turbulent times: 

    “As athletes, we had a lot of pressure coming from different government officials in Zimbabwe, and you know, it was hard. To look at others and trying to say, I’m an athlete, I don’t believe in the politics in sport. I want to just focus on performing well,” She said, without names mentioned, “Looking back now, it taught me a lot about how to work with people, how to be respectful of differing opinions and still move forward on a shared agenda.”

    WOMEN SUPPORT WOMEN USA’s Rachel Axon asked, How has your career been shaped by other women at various career points, adding the gender equality initiatives to your role as female IOC President. Conventry highlighted the women who shaped her path, from her mother and grandmother to her university head swim coach, even Olympic trailblazers like Donna de Varona:

    She said, “My grandfather passed away when Mom was in her late teens. And so my grandmother was a single mom for most of her life, with three kids, and both were just incredibly strong women who raised families, and I think my mom’s pretty great, and my uncle and aunt. She did a great job, but she also had a successful career in fashion. My mum got to see her doing that, so she was always an incredible role model for my sister and I.”

    She adds: “My swim coach, Kim, who became a Division I coach while her husband was deployed overseas, with two very young kids, watching how she balanced that was inspiring. When we were preparing for the 2004 Olympics, her eldest came to Athens as a baby.. Again, I’ve been fortunate in my life to have very strong women around me who have shown me that it’s possible. It’s not always easy, but it’s possible,” noting her hope to pay that inspiration forward, especially for her two daughters.

    AFRICAN HERITAGE A question from China’s Mandan Zhu touched on Coventry’s rich international background and the impact of her African heritage, coming from Harare to Lausanne as a little girl with big dreams,“I can remember exactly where I was standing in my parents’ living room. I was still in my swimsuit, feeling cold after swimming in the pool, only to stand in front of the TV and watch divers compete. I would say that there’s never a dream too big.

    “You know, where there is a will to achieve, there’s a way. And don’t let someone talk you out of having that dream of what could be the best thing that happens to you. It’s quite powerful.”

    WEIGHT OF BEING ‘FIRST’ British journalist Jamie Gardner asked Coventry about the significance of becoming the IOC’s first female president at this particular moment in history. While she admitted it wasn’t something she initially focused on, the outpouring of messages from women around the world has since left a powerful mark: “I had a coworker tell me that his mum said, ‘Never in my lifetime did I think I’d see a woman lead the movement you work for.’” That moment, she admitted, hit her deeply. “It’s not just an exciting day, it’s a day with a lot of responsibility.”

    FROM SYDNEY TO BRISBANE Australia, particularly the Sydney 2000 Games, remains a defining touchstone for Coventry’s Olympic journey. Asked about her journey coming full circle, from a wide-eyed young swimmer at Sydney 2000 to President for Brisbane 2032, Coventry shared a funny tale about struggling to put on her first Speedo sharkskin suit, helped up by none other than Australian legend Susie O’Neill:

    “When we arrived in Sydney, I went into the changing room to try my Speedo suit on, and it turned into a total disaster. I had one leg in, was struggling to get the other in, lost my balance completely, and toppled over. Mortifying. Then this amazing person next to me leans down to help, and as I look up, I realise… It’s Susie. I never forget that moment because she was a role model to me, those Games, changed everything for me,” she recalled. “Now I hope Brisbane will show the world the warmth and passion of Australia, and inspire the next generations like Sydney did for me.”

    LIFTING VOICES As the media roundtable with IOC President-elect Kirsty Coventry progressed, her clarity of purpose sharpened further. In a movement often shaped by the world’s most powerful nations, Coventry made a point of bringing attention to her roots, and how they shape her priorities: “I come from a much smaller NOC, a developing country,” she said of Zimbabwe. “And I understand the challenges our athletes face. How do we close that gap? How do we ensure that athletes from all walks of life, if not with the same opportunities, at least have equal opportunities?”

    Coventry affirms that she intends to elevate voices often left on the margins. Her presidency, she hinted, will focus as much on inclusion as it will on innovation.

    LEARNING FROM YOUNG GENERATIONS Perhaps the most poignant reminder of who Coventry is, and who she intends to be as IOC President, came when she spoke about her own children. “They’re a daily reminder of our responsibility to keep sport relevant, and to listen, really listen, to what young people think is important. Kids are honest,” she said with a smile. “And sometimes that’s a very good thing.”

    Her two young daughters, she explained, are constant reminders that sport must remain relevant and engaging for younger generations. Despite the gravity of her new role, Coventry remains adamant about keeping her family grounded: “We won’t be staying in the Lausanne Palace. I want my kids to grow up doing the same things I did, making their beds, doing house chores, and just being kids.”

    ROAD AHEAD As Kirsty Coventry prepares to officially assume the role on June 23, her message is one of optimism, inclusivity, and integrity. With the weight of history on her shoulders and the wind of lived experience at her back, she is poised not just to lead the Olympic Movement but to reshape it for the modern age, starting by one athlete, one story, one honest conversation at a time.

    – on behalf of International Sports Press Association (AIPS).

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Rosneft CEO Explains EU Attempts to Lower Russian Oil Price Cap

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Rosneft – Rosneft – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    The European Union is seeking to increase the efficiency of oil purchases from Russia when it tries to push through a reduction in the price ceiling for Russian oil, said Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin at the Energy Panel at the XXVIII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.

    During his keynote speech, the head of the Company noted that the European Union continues to try to push through a reduction in the price ceiling for Russian oil to $45 per barrel.

    “I believe that the real goal is the desire of the European Union to increase the efficiency of its purchases from Russia, and not to reduce the income of the Russian budget, as was publicly declared. The figures confirm this: according to Western experts, since the beginning of 2023, Europe has purchased Russian oil for more than 20 billion euros, thus becoming the fourth largest buyer,” Sechin said.

    However, he believes it is clear that the US will not agree to lowering the price ceiling because it will negatively affect the profitability of US oil exports.

    The head of Rosneft specifically noted the situation in Saudi Arabia, saying that imports of Russian dark oil products after the start of sanctions restrictions allow the kingdom to effectively meet the needs of its energy industry for raw materials without affecting oil exports. The volume of fuel oil and vacuum gas oil supplied to this country from Russia over the past 12 months is more than 6 times higher than the volume of supplies four years ago.

    According to Sechin, Indian refiners are using a similar approach today. India, the second largest buyer of Russian oil, has almost doubled its export of oil products to Europe over the past three years.

    “To balance the budgets of many producing countries, the price of oil is required to be significantly higher than current levels. Thus, according to IMF calculations, in 2025 for the budget of Saudi Arabia this price is at a level of more than $90 per barrel,” Sechin concluded.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Sechin named Russia, Venezuela and Iran key players in ensuring global energy security

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Rosneft – Rosneft – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    Russia, Venezuela and Iran are key players in the energy market, on whose supplies global energy security depends, said Rosneft Chief Executive Officer Igor Sechin at the Energy Panel at the XXVIII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.

    “Russia, Venezuela and Iran are key players in the energy market, on whose supplies global energy security directly depends. They account for a third of the world’s liquid hydrocarbon reserves and 15% of global production. Without their resource base, the transition to a new image of global energy is impossible,” the head of the Company said.

    At the same time, according to Sechin, Russia’s real contribution to the global economy is proportional to its share in the global resource balance.

    “Our country’s share in global hydrocarbon exports is about 15%. However, the Russian resource base is not only hydrocarbons, but also metals. Russia’s share in gold mining is about 10%, and in the production of metals such as high-grade nickel and palladium, it reaches 20% and 40%, respectively,” the CEO said.

    The head of Rosneft also noted that Russia contains about 10% of the world’s reserves of rare earth metals, without which the development of modern technologies is impossible.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Sechin advocates increasing dividend payments to Russia: this will reduce budget risks

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Rosneft – Rosneft – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin proposed that Russian banks with state participation increase dividend payments to the state, which would reduce budget risks, allow the authorities to consider easing fiscal regimes for producers and become an incentive for the country’s development.

    “The banking system is stable due to the relatively low tax burden and increased yield on federal loan bonds, which allows it to operate with high efficiency. But we expect an increase in its contribution not only to the budget, but also to the country’s economy. At a minimum, increasing dividend payments in favor of the state would be reasonable and appropriate and could reduce budget risks, which would allow us to consider reducing fiscal regimes for producers and become an incentive for the country’s development,” said Igor Sechin, speaking at the Energy Panel within the framework of the XXVIII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.

    The head of Rosneft recalled that the Russian economy has been under unprecedented sanctions pressure for more than three years. “However, despite numerous negative forecasts, it has been able to assert its viability during this period. In the last two years, Russia’s GDP growth rates have exceeded the world average,” he emphasized.

    According to the Ministry of Finance, the federal budget remains balanced, and the level of public debt is stable and under control, noted Igor Sechin.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Acting Commissioner for Census and Statistics officiates at prize presentation ceremony of 2024/25 Statistical Project Competition for Secondary School Students (with photos)

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    The Acting Commissioner for Census and Statistics, Mr Tim Chau, officiated at the prize presentation ceremony of the 2024/25 Statistical Project Competition (SPC) for Secondary School Students of the Hong Kong Statistical Society today (June 21). Principal Assistant Secretary for Education Ms Edith Tse also attended as an officiating guest. The President of the Hong Kong Statistical Society, Professor Chan Ngai-hang; the Chief Adjudicator of the competition, Professor Cheung Ka-chun; the Chief Strategy Officer of Hang Seng Indexes Company Limited (sponsor of the competition), Ms Candy Lam; representative of the Department of Decision Analytics and Operations of the City University of Hong Kong (sponsor of the thematic prize), Ms Teresa Ng; and representative of the Division of Science, Engineering and Health Studies of the College of Professional and Continuing Education of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University (sponsor of the thematic prize), Dr Anthony Loh, also presented prizes to the winning teams and extended their congratulations to every member of the teams.
     
    In his address at the prize presentation ceremony, Mr Chau emphasised that it is even more important for students to learn how to discern the reliability of statistical figures in today’s era of information explosion. Statistical knowledge not only helps students interpret data but also enables them to identify potential biases and misleading information within the data. He pointed out that quality statistical results are usually based on scientific statistical theories and methods, as well as logical analysis. He encouraged students to contribute to society by fully utilising their statistical knowledge as a valuable technical resource, and by harnessing their analytical capabilities and creative thinking.
     
         This edition of the competition received an encouraging response of 221 statistical projects from about 850 secondary school students, covering a broad spectrum of topics. Participating students were able to utilise official statistics as the main source of data to analyse and interpret social and economic issues in Hong Kong.
     
         The 2024/25 SPC, co-organised by the Hong Kong Statistical Society and the Education Bureau, is the 39th edition of the competition. The Commissioner for Census and Statistics is the patron of the competition. Over the past years, many statistician-grade staff members of the Census and Statistics Department (C&SD) have actively participated in the organisation and professional adjudication of the SPC in the capacity of members of the Hong Kong Statistical Society, with the aim of improving statistical literacy among secondary school students and promoting the application and importance of statistics in society. This fully demonstrates that the C&SD attaches great importance and commitment to nurturing young talent.
     
         The key objectives of the competition are to promote the interest of secondary school students in research methods, statistics and statistical techniques; encourage students to understand the local community in a scientific and objective manner through the proper use of statistics; and promote a sense of civic awareness.
     
         Members of the public are welcome to visit the webpage of the competition for the list of winners this year (www.hkss.org.hk/index.php/spc$en).

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  • Hundreds across pacific nations participate in International Day of Yoga

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    Countries across the Pacific, including New Zealand, Fiji, Papua New Guinea, and Tonga, on Saturday celebrated the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY), with large numbers of yoga enthusiasts joining the global occasion.

    In New Zealand, over 150 yoga practitioners from Kiwi, Indian, and international communities gathered to mark IDY. The event, held with a vibrant spirit, was organized at the High Commission of India in collaboration with Heartfulness, Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh, and the Art of Living Foundation.

    Former New Zealand Governor Anand Satyanand attended as the Chief Guest.

    The Indian High Commission in New Zealand also shared glimpses of the Yoga Day celebrations at the iconic Beehive (New Zealand Parliament) on its social media platforms, highlighting the enthusiastic participation.

    In Papua New Guinea, the Indian High Commission partnered with the Active City Development Programme (ACDP) to host celebrations at Ela Beach in the capital city, Port Moresby. Over 250 participants from various communities took part in the event.

    Papua New Guinea Governor Powes Parkop, who attended as Chief Guest, spoke about how yoga has positively transformed his life.

    Addressing the gathering, Mukesh Kumar Ambasta, Charge d’Affaires (Cd’A) of the Indian High Commission in Papua New Guinea, emphasized the significance of this year’s IDY theme, “Yoga for One Earth, One Health”, highlighting the deep connection between personal well-being and planetary health.

    In Tonga, around 60 yoga enthusiasts participated in the Yoga Day event held at the Tanoa International Dateline Hotel in Nukuʻalofa. The event was jointly organized by the Indian High Commission and the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre of Fiji, in collaboration with the Tongan Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

    Tonga’s Health Minister, Ana Akaola, was also present at the event.

    Meanwhile, in Fiji, the Indian High Commission and the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre hosted the Yoga Day celebration at the iconic Grand Pacific Hotel in Suva, the capital.

    “Grateful to Biman Prasad, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance of Fiji, for joining as the Chief Guest. Heartfelt thanks to all yoga enthusiasts — including diplomats, the diaspora, and media members — who made today’s event truly special,” the Indian High Commission in Suva posted on X.

    Deputy Prime Minister Prasad also shared a message on social media: “As we mark International Day of Yoga, let us reflect on yoga’s power to heal, unite, and inspire. Yoga for ‘One Earth, One Health’ reminds us to care for ourselves and our planet. A few minutes a day can transform lives.”

    — IANS

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Increased funding for festivals

    Source: Scottish Government

    Record culture funding uplift to benefit 14 festivals in 2025-26.

    Fourteen major festivals across Edinburgh and Glasgow will receive funding increases this year, thanks to a record uplift in the Scottish culture budget.

    As part of an overall £4 million increase for festivals in 2025-26 Scottish Budget, this year’s Festival EXPO Fund has awarded a total of £2.8 million across the 14 festivals, up from £1.7 million the previous year.

    Festivals Edinburgh will also receive £200,000 via Creative Scotland to support their branding and marketing work to promote the Edinburgh festivals.

    Established in 2007, the Scottish Government’s Festival EXPO Fund is designed to support festival innovation and maximise national and international opportunities for the artists who contribute to them. The fund is managed by Creative Scotland on behalf of the Scottish Government.

    Culture Secretary Angus Robertson said:

    “Scotland’s festivals are our cultural shopfront to the rest of the world. As well as offering performers and creatives an unrivalled international platform, they also deliver an annual economic uplift to businesses, jobs and livelihoods right across the country.

    “This year’s funding increase for the existing EXPO festivals cohort represents an increase of £1 million across the 14 festivals in Glasgow and Edinburgh, the first in 10 years. It recognises the success of festivals in shaping and supporting hundreds of commissions, enhancing the ambitions of thousands of Scottish artists and attracting audiences in the millions for EXPO-supported work since the fund’s creation in 2007.

    “From this foundation we will expand the reach of the EXPO fund across the whole of Scotland, and I am working with festivals across the country through the Strategic Festivals Partnership to realise this commitment.”

    Dana MacLeod, Executive Director of Arts, Communities and Inclusion at Creative Scotland said:

    “We welcome the Scottish Government’s commitment to the Festivals EXPO Fund, providing invaluable support for Scotland’s world-class festivals. The EXPO Fund enables Scotland’s festivals to commission bold ideas, develop creative collaborations and present high-quality programmes for audiences in Scotland and internationally.”

    Lori Anderson, Director of Festivals Edinburgh said:

    “Today’s announcement is welcome news for our festivals and for Scotland’s cultural sector, ensuring that the guiding principle of the Scottish Government’s Festivals EXPO Fund – to showcase Scottish talent to the world on the country’s premier festival platforms – continues to successfully support creative careers.”

    Background:

    Strategic Partnership for Scotland’s Festivals – second open letter from Culture Secretary Angus Robertson – gov.scot

    Multi-Year Funding Outcome Announcement | Creative Scotland

    EXPO Fund 2025-26 recipients:

    • Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival: £195,000
    • Edinburgh International Film Festival: £193,000
    • Edinburgh Art Festival: £200,000
    • Edinburgh International Book Festival: £200,000
    • Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society (Made in Scotland 2026): £670,000
    • Edinburgh International Festival: £100,000
    • Scottish International Storytelling Festival: £200,000
    • Edinburgh’s Hogmanay: £180,000
    • Edinburgh Science Festival: £150,000
    • Imaginate: £188,000
    • Celtic Connections: £154,000
    • Glasgow Film Festival: £120,000
    • Glasgow International: £130,000
    • Sonica: £120,000

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Igor Sechin: An ill-conceived strategy has led to the cost of electricity in Europe being five times higher than in the US

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Rosneft – Rosneft – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    The abolition of subsidies for green energy in the United States shows that this country, unlike the European Union, is returning to a pragmatic policy, believes Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin.

    The head of the Company noted that in the United States, where electricity consumption has once again begun to grow after a decade of stagnation, the new administration is already revising the energy strategy in favor of traditional sources. Thus, President Trump recently signed a number of executive orders aimed at reviving the coal industry. At the same time as easing regulations, the US Department of Energy increased its forecast for American coal production this year by 6%.

    “The abolition of subsidies for “green” energy in the United States shows that this country, unlike the European Union, is returning to a pragmatic policy. An ill-considered strategy of abandoning traditional generation has already led to the fact that the cost of electricity in Europe today is five times higher than in the United States,” said the head of Rosneft at the Energy Panel within the framework of the XXVIII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: US oil production at current prices has reached its peak – Sechin

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Rosneft – Rosneft – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    Oil production in the US at current prices has probably reached its peak, said Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin at the Energy Panel of the XXVIII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.

    In his keynote address, the Company’s CEO called the energy policy initially announced by the new US administration promising. However, most of these goals have not yet been achieved: tariff wars have led to a drop in oil prices, while taxes for the oil industry remain at the same level and interest rates are not decreasing. Against this background, the number of active drilling rigs has fallen by 9% to 439 units over the past two months and oil production growth has stopped. In less than a year, the US Department of Energy has reduced its forecast for oil production in the US by the end of 2025 by 400 thousand barrels per day.

    “At current prices, oil production in the US has apparently peaked,” Sechin said, noting that Diamondback Energy and ConocoPhillips recently voiced this opinion. And Liberty Energy, an oilfield services company founded by US Energy Secretary Chris Wright, expects drilling activity to slow significantly in the second half of this year, which should lead to a reduction in the US drilling fleet by about another 10%. “It is not surprising that against this backdrop, many shale players have already begun to reduce investments,” the head of Rosneft believes.

    He noted that the sharp decline in oil prices this year has already led to a revision of investment plans. According to the latest IEA estimate, global investment in oil exploration and production will fall by 6% this year for the first time in five years, with the drop in the US being around 10%. “I think this is just the beginning,” the head of Rosneft noted.

    “The new US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has repeatedly stated that for Trump’s second presidential term to be successful, oil production in the country must increase by three million barrels per day. This is part of the so-called “3-3-3 Plan,” which also implies reducing the US budget deficit to 3% of GDP and achieving three percent GDP growth,” Igor Sechin recalled.

    The head of the Company also wonders what difference it makes for the American market where these barrels come from? “It is quite possible that these could be barrels produced in OPEC member countries. The Alliance has consistently, since the end of last year, stated the need to increase production in connection with changes in consumption,” Sechin said.

    The CEO also noted that in addition to the interests of states, it is necessary to take into account the interests of shareholders. Low oil prices in the current period do not allow many companies to maintain the previous level of dividend payments and share buybacks, the head of Rosneft said. According to the assessment of Rystad Energy experts, cited by Sechin, if oil majors maintain payments to shareholders, then already this year they will have to almost completely abandon investments or significantly increase their debt.

    “The price decline has already started to affect the major players, with BP and Chevron cutting their share buybacks by nearly 60% and 30%, respectively, and Aramco having to increase its debt to be able to pay dividends,” the CEO said.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: OPEC’s decision to increase production was justified, oil reserves are at a minimum level – Rosneft CEO

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Rosneft – Rosneft – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    Chief Executive Officer of PJSC NK Rosneft Igor Sechin called OPEC’s decision to forcefully increase oil production justified and far-sighted.

    During his keynote speech at the Energy Panel of the XXVIII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, Sechin noted that the announced increase in production since May of this year is three times higher than the alliance’s initial plan. In addition, the entire increase in OPEC production could be shifted a year ahead of schedule.

    “The decision taken by OPEC leaders to forcefully increase production today looks very far-sighted and, from the market’s point of view, justified, taking into account the interests of consumers in light of the uncertainty regarding the scale of the Iran-Israel conflict,” the head of the Company said.

    At the same time, Sechin noted, “despite the declared growth in production, there can be no talk of any excess of oil on the market in the long term,” since “global oil reserves are currently at their lowest levels in the last five years.”

    “Low oil prices suit US consumers, where the price of gasoline adjusted for inflation has already returned to 2019 levels. It is no coincidence that this is happening against the backdrop of the White House’s intensified Middle East policy and the conclusion of a number of agreements with key countries in the region,” said the head of Rosneft.

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  • MIL-OSI New Zealand: Advocates – Palestine Forum Condemns Desecration of Palestinian Flag by Destiny Church Supporters

    Statement from the Palestine Forum of New Zealand

    The Palestine Forum of New Zealand condemns in the strongest terms the disgraceful and provocative act committed by individuals associated with Destiny Church, who tore up a Palestinian flag and stomped on it. This shameful display is not only deeply offensive to the Palestinian people but also to all those who uphold the values of dignity, justice, and the right to national identity.

    Such hateful and divisive actions have no place in Aotearoa New Zealand — a country built on principles of diversity, mutual respect, and the protection of all communities’ rights to peaceful expression. The Palestinian flag represents resilience, heritage, and a legitimate struggle for freedom and justice.

    We call on community leaders, human rights advocates, faith communities, and all fair-minded New Zealanders to reject this behaviour and stand in solidarity with the Palestinian people against acts of hatred, provocation, and intolerance.

    Palestine Forum of New Zealand
    Justice, Dignity, Freedom.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Kazakh schoolchildren immerse themselves in Chinese culture at summer camp in northwest China

    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

    LANZHOU, June 21 (Xinhua) — Sixteen high school students from Kazakhstan are currently participating in a summer camp at Lanzhou University.

    During the ten days, the students will attend Chinese language classes, participate in local special cultural activities such as cooking beef noodles and making hand-made fans, and take tours along the Yellow River route and Danxia Landform, etc.

    Ermek Talaptanov, a graduate of Lanzhou University, became a counselor for high school students from Kazakhstan.

    Ermek Talaptanov studied Chinese at Lanzhou University for two years and after completing his studies, returned to Kazakhstan to teach Chinese and popularize Chinese culture.

    Li Chunlin, dean of the Institute of International Cultural Exchanges of Lanzhou University, said that the training activities and exchanges began on June 17. He hopes that Kazakh youth will make full use of this opportunity to gain new knowledge, experience culture and make friends, and become a new generation of envoys to promote friendship between the two countries in the future. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Tesla to Build Grid-Level Energy Storage Station in Shanghai

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

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

    SHANGHAI, June 21 (Xinhua) — U.S. automaker Tesla signed a deal with Chinese partners on Friday to build a grid-scale energy storage station in Shanghai using its Megapack battery packs.

    The total investment in the project will be 4 billion yuan (about $556 million). The agreement marks Tesla’s entry into China’s rapidly growing energy storage market and paves the way for its facility to be connected to the world’s largest power grid.

    According to the agreement signed by Tesla, the Lingang New Area Government of China /Shanghai/ Pilot Free Trade Zone, the People’s Government of Fengxian District of Shanghai and China Kangfu International Leasing Co., Ltd., the gigawatt-hour energy storage station will be built in the Lingang New Area.

    It will be Tesla’s first grid-scale energy storage station built in mainland China.

    Tesla China’s energy business general manager Dong Kun said that once operational, the station will participate in spot electricity trading, helping to smooth out peak loads in local networks and improve the stability of the power system.

    Tesla also plans to expand its partnership with China Kangfu to deliver carbon-free energy solutions globally.

    In February of this year, the new Tesla Megafactory in the new Lingang area (Tesla’s second plant in Shanghai after the Gigafactory) began producing Megapack batteries.

    Tesla predicts 50 percent year-over-year growth in energy storage capacity in 2025. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Direct passenger rail service between Pyongyang and Khabarovsk has been resumed

    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

    Khabarovsk, June 21 (Xinhua) — Direct rail service between the capital of the DPRK, Pyongyang, and Khabarovsk, the administrative center of Russia’s Khabarovsk Krai, was resumed recently.

    On Saturday at noon, the first train after a five-year break arrived in Khabarovsk, departing from Pyongyang on the 19th. Travel time is just over two days.

    Direct non-stop service between the two cities will be carried out once a month. From Pyongyang the train departs on the 19th and arrives in Khabarovsk on the 21st, from Khabarovsk on the 21st, arriving in Pyongyang on the 23rd of each month.

    As reported earlier, passenger rail service between Moscow and Pyongyang resumed on June 17. The train that departed from the capital of the DPRK on that day will arrive in Moscow on June 25. Pyongyang-Moscow is the longest direct rail route in the world. The distance between the capitals of the states is more than 10 thousand km, and the travel time is 8 days.

    Russian Railways noted that Russian rail service with the DPRK was suspended in February 2020 due to COVID-19. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Rosneft CEO Calls Energy Sector One of Driving Forces of New Technological Revolution

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Rosneft – Rosneft – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    The energy sector is one of the main driving forces of the new technological revolution, said Rosneft Chief Executive Officer Igor Sechin at the Energy Panel at the XXVIII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.

    In his keynote address, he noted that the digital revolution, using artificial intelligence and big data, should become the basis for increasing labor productivity.

    According to the investment bank Goldman Sachs, the large-scale introduction of high technologies will increase labor productivity by 1.5 percentage points for developed countries and by 1 percentage point for developing countries over 10 years. “However, the development of high technologies requires a significant amount of natural resources, as well as large-scale investments in infrastructure and human capital. This, in turn, means a multiple increase in energy consumption,” the head of Rosneft noted.

    “Without a doubt, one of the main driving forces of the new technological revolution is the energy sector,” Sechin said. He recalled that the use of artificial intelligence based on large data centers is a highly energy-intensive process. “According to the International Energy Agency, today the electricity needs of one 100-megawatt data center are comparable to the consumption of 100,000 households. In the future, these needs may increase tens of times,” the head of Rosneft added.

    Such centers, according to Sechin, will make a greater contribution to the growth of global demand for electricity than heavy industry or heat supply. “According to forecasts, by 2030 their electricity consumption will more than double and reach one thousand terawatt-hours, which is comparable to Japan’s current consumption,” the head of Rosneft said.

    As an example of the impact of digitalization on the global energy system, Igor Sechin also cited the development of the cryptocurrency market. According to him, in less than ten years, they have become an independent industry that today consumes resources on par with entire countries. Thus, the energy consumption of the entire Bitcoin network as of May 2025 has already exceeded the level of electricity consumption in Poland.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Digital revolution opens a new era in the development of the oil and gas industry – Sechin

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Rosneft – Rosneft – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    The digital revolution is opening a new era in the development of the oil and gas industry, said Rosneft Chief Executive Officer Igor Sechin at the Energy Panel at the XXVIII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.

    “The digital revolution is opening a new era in the development of the oil and gas industry, including impacting exploration, production, oil refining, data storage and cybersecurity of the industry,” Sechin said during his keynote speech.

    He cited expert estimates as an example, according to which the market for artificial intelligence technologies in the oil and gas industry will grow by 83% by 2030. Currently, 49% of this market is in the refining segment. It is expected that the implementation of artificial intelligence in the exploration and production segment will grow by 14% per year in the next five years, the head of Rosneft noted.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Sechin points out the scientific groundlessness of climate alarmism

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Rosneft – Rosneft – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    From a scientific point of view, large-scale implementation of renewable energy sources will not have the expected effect on the climate. The refusal of the main initiators of the climate agenda to implement it and the termination of preferential financing of “green” projects is confirmed by the objective findings of a number of scientists. This was stated by the Chief Executive Officer of PJSC “NK” Rosneft “Igor Sechin during the Energy Panel of the XXVIII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.

    Sechin noted that the entire concept of “net zero” is based on the assumption of climate destruction due to the growth of carbon dioxide concentrations. However, recent studies by Western experts have confirmed earlier findings by Nobel laureate John Clauser on the dominant influence of clouds on climate processes. “Even a slight decrease in cloudiness at an altitude of less than 2,000 meters can increase the heating of the Earth’s surface by solar rays by several percent. This effect is several times greater than the impact that doubling the concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere could have on the climate,” said the head of Rosneft.

    According to the conclusions of American physicists Richard Lindzen and William Happer, achieving “net zero” in the United States by 2050 will allow avoiding a temperature increase of only two hundredths of a degree Fahrenheit, and worldwide – only thirteen hundredths of a degree. The effect looks clearly incommensurate with the volume of required costs, Igor Sechin emphasized.

    He also noted the ambiguity of the thesis about the reduction of ice cover, which is often used by supporters of the “green” transition theory. Recent studies by Chinese scientists have shown that from 2021 to 2023, there was a significant increase in ice mass in Antarctica, 108 gigatons annually.

    The head of Rosneft believes that the development of renewable energy sources should be based on time-tested traditional energy sources, so as not to undermine global energy security. Historically, the energy transition has always been the result of growing inter-fuel competition based on the principle of greatest efficiency. Therefore, today coal remains the largest source of electricity in the world and the second largest source of energy with a share of 25% in the global energy balance.

    “The global demand for this type of fuel last year set a new record of 8.8 billion tons, and international agencies were once again forced to revise their expectations for peak demand for it,” Sechin summed up. Despite the growing concern of the world community about global warming, since the signing of the Kyoto Protocol in 1997, coal consumption in the world has grown by 75%, and after the conclusion of the Paris Agreement in 2015 – by almost 15%.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: China is moving towards complete energy independence and will soon become a major energy exporter – head of Rosneft

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Rosneft – Rosneft – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    China is moving towards complete energy independence and in the foreseeable future will transform from an importer into a major energy exporter, said Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin in his report at the Energy Panel at the XXVIII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.

    He noted that China is a unique example of a competent approach to the development of the energy system – the country today accounts for a third of global investment in the energy sector.

    “In my opinion, China, having already ensured its energy security, is confidently moving towards complete energy independence, forming a stable energy balance based on its own resources. There is no doubt, taking into account the persistence and professionalism of our Chinese friends, that in the foreseeable future they will achieve the desired result, which will turn China from an importer of energy resources into a major exporter of energy,” the head of Rosneft noted.

    According to Igor Sechin, in recent years, it is China that has been introducing the largest volume of new renewable energy capacity and is home to more than 70% of the world’s capacity for producing equipment for the “green” economy. This concerns the entire value chain: from critical minerals to the production of high-tech equipment that has no analogues in Western countries.

    The head of Rosneft also noted China’s efforts to increase investment in related infrastructure: investment in power grids increased by 15% last year, and could double this year. “Investments in storage batteries have grown almost fivefold and reached $11 billion. Today, the total capacity of such batteries in China exceeds 35 GW, which is two-thirds of all global capacity,” said Igor Sechin.

    At the same time, China has never given up on fossil fuels. In terms of the volume of new coal-fired power generation capacity introduced over the past five years, the country has outpaced the rest of the world. “Today, the share of coal in electricity production in China is almost 60%. Last year alone, China issued permits for the construction of about 100 gigawatts of new coal-fired power generation, the highest figure in the past ten years, which should strengthen the role of coal in the energy system,” the head of Rosneft emphasized.

    China’s efforts to strengthen its own energy security are causing a storm of criticism, often disguised as concern for the environment. “As the outstanding Chinese strategist and thinker Sun Tzu aptly noted two and a half thousand years ago: ‘The more brilliant your plan, the fewer people will agree with it,’” the head of Rosneft added.

    Sechin said China’s coordinated approach to energy security is particularly evident in the example of electric vehicles. The growth of their sales led to a significant slowdown in demand for motor fuel last year, and “the continuation of this trend could have a significant reverse effect on the balance of the oil market.”

    An important part of China’s strategy to reduce dependence on energy imports is the processing of coal into synthetic fuel and chemical products. “Chinese companies are investing billions of dollars in the development of this industry. According to experts, today 40 million tons of coal in China are used to produce synthetic fuel and more than 260 million tons are used to produce methanol and ammonia,” Igor Sechin concluded.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Rosneft has completed development and plans to implement GTL technology in the Taimyr project – Sechin

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Rosneft – Rosneft – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    Speaking at the Energy Panel at the XXVIII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin said that the Company had completed the development of its own technologies and catalysts for the entire GTL* process chain.

    “I would like to inform you that Rosneft has also completed the development of its own technologies and catalysts for the entire GTL process chain. All stages of the technological process are covered by the corresponding patents. It is planned to implement this technology in Taimyr,” said Igor Sechin.

    The Head of the Company demonstrated a flask with the obtained fuel to the participants of the energy panel, noting that it is synthetic oil consisting of the purest hydrocarbon molecules, with zero sulfur content. “We are ready to provide samples to anyone who is interested,” he added, addressing the participants and listeners of the Energy Panel.

    Speaking about the importance of such fuel, Igor Sechin cited the example of China, where an important part of the strategy to reduce dependence on energy imports is the processing of coal into synthetic fuel and chemical products. “Chinese companies are investing billions of dollars in the development of this industry. According to experts, today in China 40 million tons of coal are used to produce synthetic fuel and more than 260 million tons – to produce methanol and ammonia,” Igor Sechin emphasized.

    *GTL or Gas-to-Liquid is a technology for converting natural gas into high-quality liquid hydrocarbons such as diesel fuel, gasoline, etc.

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  • MIL-OSI China: Chinese vice premier says China-Russia ties rock-solid, unbreakable

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

    ST. PETERSBURG, June 20 — Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang said here on Friday that China-Russia relations are now at their best in history, being stable, rock-solid and unbreakable.

    Ding, also a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks when answering questions after delivering a speech at the plenary session of the 28th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.

    Noting that China is happy to see Russia and the United States resume contacts and exchanges, Ding said engagements between major countries are a boon to the entire world as they can help stabilize the international situation and revitalize the global economy.

    The China-Russia relations, under the strategic guidance of Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin, have reached a historic height, being stable, rock-solid and unbreakable, he said, adding that the China-Russia friendship can hardly be disturbed by a third party, nor is targeted against a third party.

    Meanwhile, Ding said major countries should act like major countries and take the lead in safeguarding the international system with the United Nations at its core, defending international fairness and justice, and providing more certainty to the world.

    China, as a responsible major country, is willing to work with all parties to boost global prosperity and stability, said the Chinese vice premier.

    While attributing the educational and technological achievements so far made worldwide to exchanges and cooperation, Ding pointed out that certain countries politicizing educational and technological cooperation and setting up obstacles would harm global sustainable development.

    Realities have shown that innovation and advancement can happen where there is blockade or containment, Ding said, adding that China is willing to work with Russia to consistently expand the scale and scope of their cooperation and improve the cooperation mechanisms, so as to jointly lift bilateral educational and technological collaboration to a new level.

    Prior to the economic forum meeting, Ding briefly met with Russian oil company Rosneft’s chief executive Igor Sechin and exchanged views on enhancing China-Russia cooperation in the oil sector.

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  • MIL-OSI New Zealand: Assault at Pakuranga Night Market

    Source: New Zealand Police

    Attribute to Inspector Danny Meade:

    Police are responding to an assault at the Pakuranga Night Market.

    At around 6:45pm, emergency services were called to Aylesbury Street, where two people were located critically injured.

    Cordons are in place around Aylesbury Street and Reeves Road, members of the public are advised to avoid the area.

    Police are currently following lines of enquiry to locate the alleged offender.

    Initial enquiries suggest this is an isolated incident and there is not believed to be any further risk to the public.

    There will be a visible Police presence in the area throughout this evening as enquiries continue.

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Secretary-General of ASEAN to Conduct an Official Visit to the Kingdom of Morocco

    Source: ASEAN

    At the invitation of the Government of the Kingdom of Morocco, Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, will lead the ASEAN Secretariat delegation for an Official Visit to Morocco, on 24-26 June 2025, covering Rabat and Casablanca. Throughout the visit, SG Dr. Kao is scheduled to meet with key high-ranking officials and stakeholders, including Ministers of the Moroccan Government, business community and private sector, academia, and students. During his visit to Rabat, SG Dr. Kao will take the opportunity to give a lecture at the Moroccan Institute of Training, Research and Diplomatic Studies (IMFRED). In addition, SG Dr. Kao will engage with the ASEAN Committee in Rabat to keep the Committee abreast of the latest developments in ASEAN. The Official Visit aims to further advance the ASEAN-Morocco Sectoral Dialogue Partnership.
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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Secretary-General of ASEAN to Conduct an Official Visit to the Kingdom of Morocco

    Source: ASEAN

    At the invitation of the Government of the Kingdom of Morocco, Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, will lead the ASEAN Secretariat delegation for an Official Visit to Morocco, on 24-26 June 2025, covering Rabat and Casablanca. Throughout the visit, SG Dr. Kao is scheduled to meet with key high-ranking officials and stakeholders, including Ministers of the Moroccan Government, business community and private sector, academia, and students. During his visit to Rabat, SG Dr. Kao will take the opportunity to give a lecture at the Moroccan Institute of Training, Research and Diplomatic Studies (IMFRED). In addition, SG Dr. Kao will engage with the ASEAN Committee in Rabat to keep the Committee abreast of the latest developments in ASEAN. The Official Visit aims to further advance the ASEAN-Morocco Sectoral Dialogue Partnership.
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  • Purana Qila hosts grand celebration of 11th International Day of Yoga

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    The historic Purana Qila in the national capital witnessed a grand celebration of the 11th International Day of Yoga on Saturday, in a joint initiative by the Ministry of Culture and the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).

    The event was attended by Member of Parliament Bansuri Swaraj, ASI Director-General Yadubir Singh Rawat, and other senior officials of the ASI. Yoga enthusiasts and members of the public gathered at the iconic monument to participate in the event, which underscored the deep cultural and historical roots of yoga in India.

    Participants also witnessed a live telecast of the main national event held in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi led a record-breaking yoga session and addressed the nation. In his speech, the Prime Minister emphasized yoga’s universal appeal, its transformative power, and its relevance to global well-being.

    The 11th International Day of Yoga is being observed worldwide under the theme ‘Yoga for One Earth, One Health’, reflecting yoga’s holistic approach to physical, mental, and planetary health.

    As part of the nationwide celebrations, the Archaeological Survey of India organized yoga sessions at 81 centrally protected monuments across the country. The initiative aimed to reinforce the connection between India’s cultural heritage and the ancient practice of yoga.

    The International Day of Yoga was first proposed by Prime Minister Modi during his address at the United Nations General Assembly in 2014. The proposal received overwhelming support, and in December of that year, the UN declared June 21 as the International Day of Yoga, recognizing it as an invaluable gift of India’s ancient tradition to the world.

    Saturday’s event at Purana Qila was one of many across the country celebrating yoga as a tool for unity, well-being, and cultural pride.

  • Purana Qila hosts grand celebration of 11th International Day of Yoga

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    The historic Purana Qila in the national capital witnessed a grand celebration of the 11th International Day of Yoga on Saturday, in a joint initiative by the Ministry of Culture and the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).

    The event was attended by Member of Parliament Bansuri Swaraj, ASI Director-General Yadubir Singh Rawat, and other senior officials of the ASI. Yoga enthusiasts and members of the public gathered at the iconic monument to participate in the event, which underscored the deep cultural and historical roots of yoga in India.

    Participants also witnessed a live telecast of the main national event held in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi led a record-breaking yoga session and addressed the nation. In his speech, the Prime Minister emphasized yoga’s universal appeal, its transformative power, and its relevance to global well-being.

    The 11th International Day of Yoga is being observed worldwide under the theme ‘Yoga for One Earth, One Health’, reflecting yoga’s holistic approach to physical, mental, and planetary health.

    As part of the nationwide celebrations, the Archaeological Survey of India organized yoga sessions at 81 centrally protected monuments across the country. The initiative aimed to reinforce the connection between India’s cultural heritage and the ancient practice of yoga.

    The International Day of Yoga was first proposed by Prime Minister Modi during his address at the United Nations General Assembly in 2014. The proposal received overwhelming support, and in December of that year, the UN declared June 21 as the International Day of Yoga, recognizing it as an invaluable gift of India’s ancient tradition to the world.

    Saturday’s event at Purana Qila was one of many across the country celebrating yoga as a tool for unity, well-being, and cultural pride.

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Global energy consumption to grow by a quarter by 2050 due to developing countries – Rosneft CEO

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Rosneft – Rosneft – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    Global energy consumption will grow by a quarter in the next 25 years, and developing countries will be the key driver of demand growth, said Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin at the Energy Panel at the XXVIII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.

    “By 2050, if the energy consumption of the populations of Africa, India and Southeast Asia is at the level of China’s population today, the combined additional consumption will be about 50 million barrels of oil equivalent per day. This is equal to a quarter of the world’s energy demand today,” the head of the Company said during his keynote speech.

    He noted that developing countries are becoming one of the key drivers of energy consumption growth. One of the main reasons for this is demography. In the next 25 years, the population of African and Asian-Pacific countries will grow by a total of 1.4 billion people, which will provide almost all of the world’s population growth.

    In addition to positive demographic dynamics, the head of Rosneft named urbanization in Asian and African countries as one of the reasons for the growth in demand for energy. According to the IEA, to which the Chief Executive Director of Rosneft referred, in the next 25 years the number of city dwellers in these countries will increase by more than 1.6 billion people.

    Igor Sechin named the growth of electricity consumption as the key challenge. Thus, in his opinion, already in 2025, investments in this sector will exceed investments in fossil fuels by 50%. “Indeed, over the past 15 years, electricity consumption has grown at an accelerated rate, and in the next 25 years, according to IEA calculations, electricity generation should double,” he added.

    Moreover, the greatest contribution to this growth will also come from the countries of the Asia-Pacific region, which will account for 60% of the increase in consumption.

    “This process is especially clearly visible in the example of India, where the peak load on the energy system has grown by almost 70% over the past ten years,” Sechin concluded.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Sechin called the new face of energy a synthesis of traditional and alternative sources

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Rosneft – Rosneft – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    The synthesis of traditional and alternative energy sources is currently the optimal solution for the development of the global energy sector, said Rosneft Chief Executive Officer Igor Sechin at the Energy Panel at the XXVIII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.

    According to the head of the Company, the search for new energy sources never stops, and today active work is underway to develop a number of promising technologies. However, their full implementation is still far away, since modern technological solutions in this area are too expensive and inferior to traditional energy sources in a number of parameters.

    “For many years now, great hopes have been placed on the use of hydrogen. However, low-carbon hydrogen still accounts for less than 1% of all produced volumes. According to the consulting company Deloitte, the introduction of “green” hydrogen fuel will cost almost 10 trillion dollars by 2050,” noted Igor Sechin, adding that the cost of green hydrogen varies from 200 to 400 dollars per barrel of oil equivalent, which, in the current conditions, makes it uncompetitive compared to oil and gas.

    He also stressed that using cheaper methods of hydrogen production does not reduce the carbon footprint, since the production of so-called “grey” hydrogen exceeds the emissions that occur during the full cycle of production and use of gasoline.

    The introduction of space solar energy is also associated with large expenses, Igor Sechin emphasized. The head of the Company noted that the cost of a satellite capable of converting solar energy into electricity in space exceeds 30 billion euros, while there is still no technology that would allow transmitting huge amounts of energy to Earth from space.

    The head of Rosneft also drew attention to the search for alternative options in the field of energy storage. “Alternative types of batteries are appearing, which already offer certain advantages, but are not yet ready for widespread implementation. For example, a sodium-ion battery reduces charging time by 75% and has higher performance at low temperatures, but is several times inferior to existing lithium-ion analogues in energy capacity and service life,” said Igor Sechin.

    “As we can see, we are still very far from the full implementation of all these technologies. Therefore, today the optimal solution is a synthesis of traditional and alternative sources,” the head of Rosneft concluded.

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