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  • MIL-OSI: PS Miner announces rapid progress in its AI cloud mining infrastructure after raising $350 million in Series B funding

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    London, UK, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PS Miner, a UK cloud mining platform headquartered in Southwark, London, was founded in 2019. On July 1, 2025, it announced the successful completion of its Series B financing, receiving $350 million to support the integration of artificial intelligence technology into its cloud mining business. This round of financing was participated by several investment institutions with expertise in blockchain and sustainable technology.
    The company said the newly raised funds will be used to enhance its global network of renewable energy data centers and develop artificial intelligence mining systems designed to improve operational efficiency. These systems are designed to dynamically manage computing resources, predict optimal mining intervals, and reduce overall energy consumption, thereby increasing block verification success rates and operational stability.
    PS Miner currently operates more than 50 data centers in multiple countries. These facilities are powered by renewable energy such as wind and solar energy, in line with the company’s environmentally sustainable mining strategy. The platform serves more than 7 million users in more than 180 countries and regions.
    Cloud Mining Overview
    Cloud mining allows users to access cryptocurrency mining capabilities by renting computing power from a service provider without having to purchase and maintain physical hardware. This model provides an alternative to traditional mining, which usually requires a lot of capital investment and technical expertise.
    Open the website: psminer.com, and you can get a mining experience contract worth $12 after registration.
    PS Miner supports a variety of digital assets, including BTC, ETH, DOGE, USDT, USDC, LTC, XRP, SOL and BCH. The mining business is fully managed by the company, including hardware maintenance and infrastructure operations.
    Integration of AI
    Integrating AI into PS Miner’s cloud mining framework aims to optimize resource allocation and performance in real time. This approach is expected to reduce power consumption in renewable energy centers and improve system responsiveness.
    The company has stated that it plans to expand its green data center layout in Europe, North America and Asia. These centers are expected to use wind and hydroelectric power to provide low-cost and sustainable mining capacity.
    Mining Contract Structure
    PS Miner offers a variety of cloud mining contract options. These contracts vary in terms of duration and computing power allocation. After the contract is activated, mining income is settled on a daily basis, and the contract principal is returned when the contract expires.
    The existing contract levels include terms of 1 to 60 days, and are adjusted accordingly based on the scale of calculations and expected net income. For more details on cloud mining contracts, please visit: https://psminer.com/project
    Here are some of the contract displays:

    For more information, please contact online customer service or send a message to PS Miner’s corporate email: info@psminer.com
    Official website: https://psminer.com/

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  • MIL-OSI: PS Miner announces rapid progress in its AI cloud mining infrastructure after raising $350 million in Series B funding

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    London, UK, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PS Miner, a UK cloud mining platform headquartered in Southwark, London, was founded in 2019. On July 1, 2025, it announced the successful completion of its Series B financing, receiving $350 million to support the integration of artificial intelligence technology into its cloud mining business. This round of financing was participated by several investment institutions with expertise in blockchain and sustainable technology.
    The company said the newly raised funds will be used to enhance its global network of renewable energy data centers and develop artificial intelligence mining systems designed to improve operational efficiency. These systems are designed to dynamically manage computing resources, predict optimal mining intervals, and reduce overall energy consumption, thereby increasing block verification success rates and operational stability.
    PS Miner currently operates more than 50 data centers in multiple countries. These facilities are powered by renewable energy such as wind and solar energy, in line with the company’s environmentally sustainable mining strategy. The platform serves more than 7 million users in more than 180 countries and regions.
    Cloud Mining Overview
    Cloud mining allows users to access cryptocurrency mining capabilities by renting computing power from a service provider without having to purchase and maintain physical hardware. This model provides an alternative to traditional mining, which usually requires a lot of capital investment and technical expertise.
    Open the website: psminer.com, and you can get a mining experience contract worth $12 after registration.
    PS Miner supports a variety of digital assets, including BTC, ETH, DOGE, USDT, USDC, LTC, XRP, SOL and BCH. The mining business is fully managed by the company, including hardware maintenance and infrastructure operations.
    Integration of AI
    Integrating AI into PS Miner’s cloud mining framework aims to optimize resource allocation and performance in real time. This approach is expected to reduce power consumption in renewable energy centers and improve system responsiveness.
    The company has stated that it plans to expand its green data center layout in Europe, North America and Asia. These centers are expected to use wind and hydroelectric power to provide low-cost and sustainable mining capacity.
    Mining Contract Structure
    PS Miner offers a variety of cloud mining contract options. These contracts vary in terms of duration and computing power allocation. After the contract is activated, mining income is settled on a daily basis, and the contract principal is returned when the contract expires.
    The existing contract levels include terms of 1 to 60 days, and are adjusted accordingly based on the scale of calculations and expected net income. For more details on cloud mining contracts, please visit: https://psminer.com/project
    Here are some of the contract displays:

    For more information, please contact online customer service or send a message to PS Miner’s corporate email: info@psminer.com
    Official website: https://psminer.com/

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    The MIL Network –

  • MIL-OSI: PS Miner announces rapid progress in its AI cloud mining infrastructure after raising $350 million in Series B funding

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    London, UK, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PS Miner, a UK cloud mining platform headquartered in Southwark, London, was founded in 2019. On July 1, 2025, it announced the successful completion of its Series B financing, receiving $350 million to support the integration of artificial intelligence technology into its cloud mining business. This round of financing was participated by several investment institutions with expertise in blockchain and sustainable technology.
    The company said the newly raised funds will be used to enhance its global network of renewable energy data centers and develop artificial intelligence mining systems designed to improve operational efficiency. These systems are designed to dynamically manage computing resources, predict optimal mining intervals, and reduce overall energy consumption, thereby increasing block verification success rates and operational stability.
    PS Miner currently operates more than 50 data centers in multiple countries. These facilities are powered by renewable energy such as wind and solar energy, in line with the company’s environmentally sustainable mining strategy. The platform serves more than 7 million users in more than 180 countries and regions.
    Cloud Mining Overview
    Cloud mining allows users to access cryptocurrency mining capabilities by renting computing power from a service provider without having to purchase and maintain physical hardware. This model provides an alternative to traditional mining, which usually requires a lot of capital investment and technical expertise.
    Open the website: psminer.com, and you can get a mining experience contract worth $12 after registration.
    PS Miner supports a variety of digital assets, including BTC, ETH, DOGE, USDT, USDC, LTC, XRP, SOL and BCH. The mining business is fully managed by the company, including hardware maintenance and infrastructure operations.
    Integration of AI
    Integrating AI into PS Miner’s cloud mining framework aims to optimize resource allocation and performance in real time. This approach is expected to reduce power consumption in renewable energy centers and improve system responsiveness.
    The company has stated that it plans to expand its green data center layout in Europe, North America and Asia. These centers are expected to use wind and hydroelectric power to provide low-cost and sustainable mining capacity.
    Mining Contract Structure
    PS Miner offers a variety of cloud mining contract options. These contracts vary in terms of duration and computing power allocation. After the contract is activated, mining income is settled on a daily basis, and the contract principal is returned when the contract expires.
    The existing contract levels include terms of 1 to 60 days, and are adjusted accordingly based on the scale of calculations and expected net income. For more details on cloud mining contracts, please visit: https://psminer.com/project
    Here are some of the contract displays:

    For more information, please contact online customer service or send a message to PS Miner’s corporate email: info@psminer.com
    Official website: https://psminer.com/

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    The MIL Network –

  • MIL-OSI: UPDATE – KingsRock Advisors Announces Dr. Josef Ackermann as Chairman of New Advisory Board, Additional Senior Hires and Senior Advisors, and Inaugural Capital Raise

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    – This Strengthens KingsRock’s Business Across Geographies and Industries

    NEW YORK and LONDON and STOCKHOLM and DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — KingsRock Advisors, LLC (“KingsRock”), an independent global advisory firm, announced today the formation of a new Advisory Board chaired by Dr. Josef Ackermann, previously the long-term CEO of Deutsche Bank. Furthermore, the firm announced a series of new Senior Hires, additional Senior Advisors, and an inaugural Capital Raise. This expansion aims to accelerate the growth of KingsRock’s capital solutions and corporate finance business across industries, geographies, and capital structures.

    We are pleased to welcome Dr. Josef Ackermann as Chairman and the following Senior Banking Executives who have agreed to serve as Members of our new KingsRock Advisory Board:

    Dr. Josef Ackermann Zurich, former Chairman of the Management Board, Deutsche Bank
    Fred Brettschneider New York, former Head of Deutsche Bank Global Markets Americas
    Yassine Bouhara Dubai, CEO Tell Group, former Global Head of Deutsche Bank Global Equities
    Kevin Parker New York, CEO SICM,  former CEO of Deutsche Asset Management
    Bernardo Parnes Sao Paolo, CEO of One Partners, former CEO of Deutsche Bank Latin America
    Jon Vaccaro Darien, Founder V20 Group, former Global Head of Deutsche Bank CRE
    Seth Waugh Palm Beach, former CEO of Deutsche Bank Americas, former Chairman of PGA
       

    We are pleased to welcome the following Senior Investment Bankers who have joined KingsRock recently in the US and EMEA as Managing Directors, with further expansion planned:

    David Barcus New York, former BNP and Raymond James
    John Doyamis New York, former EBG, and Bear Stearns
    Leo-Hendrik Greve Amsterdam, former ING, Citi and MS
    Rony Jawhar Dubai, former Arqaam and Deutsche Bank
    Bray Kelly New York, former JBK Capital and UBS
    Joe Lovrics Madrid, former Societe General, Citi, and BNP
    Bill Miller New York, Commerce Street, TPG Sixth Street, Citi
    Hans Narberhaus Madrid, former Deutsche Bank 
    Laurent Quelin London, former Chenavari, and CS
    Francois-Louise Ricard Paris, former Groupe Caisse des Depots, MS and SG
    Jorge de los Rios Madrid, former Santander, S&P and Lehman
    Mike Turnbull London, former StormHarbour, BAML and MS
    Andrew Whittaker New York, Lazard, GSAM and Lehman 
       

    In Q2 we were also joined by Gregor Bates, Associate, London, and Analysts Matt Farrell, Nikita Spivakov, and Tim O’Callaghan in New York.

    We also welcome George Parker, New York, as Senior Advisor for Operations.

    This team’s decades of investment banking experience across Origination, Advisory, Capital Markets, Structuring, and Leveraged Finance should help propel our growth and strategy to originate, structure, and distribute private capital markets transactions and provide strategic advisory services. Our goal is to further strengthen KingsRock’s ability to serve issuer clients and the private credit, special situations and private equity investor universe with ever more tailor-made capital solutions and investment opportunities.

    Expansion of our Global Network of Senior Advisors

    We are also pleased to announce that we now have 120 (one hundred and twenty) Senior Advisors from approximately 50 countries around the world. Each is a truly Independent Advisor with his or her own interest and focus, some with companies that we have partnered with, etc. Many of these advisors comprised the most senior leadership of Deutsche Bank and oversaw a wide range of functions, from CEO and six other former Management Board Members, to Country Heads and Divisional Heads of M&A, Capital Markets, and Heads of Sales, Coverage, Industry Groups, Economists, Operations, etc.

    This unique Global Network of former colleagues and friends as our Senior Advisors allows KingsRock access to key decision makers nearly anywhere in the world, spanning companies, institutional investors, financial institutions, and the public sector. It also offers mutual benefits in deal making through origination, execution, and distribution, be it a cross-border M&A transaction or bespoke institutional capital raising deal.

    We are also pleased to Announce a successful close of our inaugural third-party capital raise for KingsRock Advisors LLC, to support our expansion and elevate our investment banking boutique, with further strategic growth planned. We thank all of our investors for their strong support.

    “We are excited to welcome our new Senior Advisory Board Members, our new Managing Directors, Associate and Analyst colleagues, and our Senior Advisors network to KingsRock as we continue to expand the global reach of our capital solutions business. Together with our inaugural capital raise to boost and increase the visibility of our platform, successfully concluded in Q2, we are truly thrilled with the progress our young firm is making to serve our clients and support our ambitious growth. In the near term, we will share more details about our expansion across our financial services offering,” said Håkan Wohlin, Founder & Managing Partner, and Louis Jaffe, Co-Founder & Managing Partner.

    KingsRock has already announced and closed several significant transactions in 2025. Angel Oak’s recently announced sale to Brookfield, where KingsRock Advisors served as the Exclusive Financial Advisor to Angel Oak, is indeed a landmark transaction. On April 1st, 2025, Brookfield Asset Management and Angel Oak to Entered into Strategic Partnership. KingsRock Securities LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of KingsRock Advisors LLC, acted as Exclusive Financial Advisor to Angel Oak Companies.

    About KingsRock:

    KingsRock Advisors, LLC headquartered at 900 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10022, is an independent global advisory firm, with securities offered by KingsRock Securities LLC, a FINRA member firm and SIPC, as well as KingsRock Advisors UK Ltd and KingsRock Advisors Europe AB, both wholly owned subsidiaries of KingsRock Advisors LLC.

    Founded in 2020, KingsRock comprises a team of approximately 40 full time professionals who advise on a wide range of private capital markets transactions including debt, hybrid, equity and M&A covering structures from vanilla to highly structured. The team collectively has worked on thousands of transactions across various industry sectors worldwide. Clients include private equity and private credit firms, corporations, financial institutions, government-related entities, and institutional investors.

    KingsRock Advisors offers the experience and global reach of a large firm, combined with the structural agility and creativity of a boutique. An independent advisory firm with a global network that provides unconflicted strategic and financial advisory services, along with innovative capital solutions and special situations. The firms’ bankers excel in complex transactions and deliver swift results often where large banks and traditional sources of financing do not have the ability to engage. KingsRock advisors operates across all major industry sectors and is supported by a global network of 120 independent Senior Advisors across 50 countries, who bring decades of deal making experience.

    Disclaimer:

    Securities offered by KingsRock Securities LLC, a FINRA member firm and a member of SIPC., a wholly owned subsidiary of KingsRock Advisors LLC. • 900 Third Avenue, 10th Floor • New York, NY 10022.

    KingsRock Advisors UK Ltd is a private limited company registered in England and Wales with registration number 15240371. KingsRock Advisors UK Ltd (FRN 1006329) is an Appointed Representative under Bluegrove Capital Management Ltd (FRN: 960363), which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

    KingsRock Advisors Europe AB is incorporated in Sweden (EU), with registered office at Grev Turegatan 14, 114 46 Stockholm, Sweden, and is a tied agent of Svensk Värdepappersservice i Stockholm AB, a Swedish investment firm authorized and regulated by the Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority (Sw. Finansinspektionen) under the Swedish Securities Market Act (Sw. lag (2007:528) om värdepappersmarknaden).

    This message is provided for information purposes and does not constitute an invitation, solicitation or offer to buy or sell any securities or investment. Neither KingsRock Securities, LLC nor its affiliates provide accounting, tax or legal advice; such matters should be discussed with your advisors and/or counsel.

    The MIL Network –

  • MIL-OSI: UPDATE – KingsRock Advisors Announces Dr. Josef Ackermann as Chairman of New Advisory Board, Additional Senior Hires and Senior Advisors, and Inaugural Capital Raise

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    – This Strengthens KingsRock’s Business Across Geographies and Industries

    NEW YORK and LONDON and STOCKHOLM and DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — KingsRock Advisors, LLC (“KingsRock”), an independent global advisory firm, announced today the formation of a new Advisory Board chaired by Dr. Josef Ackermann, previously the long-term CEO of Deutsche Bank. Furthermore, the firm announced a series of new Senior Hires, additional Senior Advisors, and an inaugural Capital Raise. This expansion aims to accelerate the growth of KingsRock’s capital solutions and corporate finance business across industries, geographies, and capital structures.

    We are pleased to welcome Dr. Josef Ackermann as Chairman and the following Senior Banking Executives who have agreed to serve as Members of our new KingsRock Advisory Board:

    Dr. Josef Ackermann Zurich, former Chairman of the Management Board, Deutsche Bank
    Fred Brettschneider New York, former Head of Deutsche Bank Global Markets Americas
    Yassine Bouhara Dubai, CEO Tell Group, former Global Head of Deutsche Bank Global Equities
    Kevin Parker New York, CEO SICM,  former CEO of Deutsche Asset Management
    Bernardo Parnes Sao Paolo, CEO of One Partners, former CEO of Deutsche Bank Latin America
    Jon Vaccaro Darien, Founder V20 Group, former Global Head of Deutsche Bank CRE
    Seth Waugh Palm Beach, former CEO of Deutsche Bank Americas, former Chairman of PGA
       

    We are pleased to welcome the following Senior Investment Bankers who have joined KingsRock recently in the US and EMEA as Managing Directors, with further expansion planned:

    David Barcus New York, former BNP and Raymond James
    John Doyamis New York, former EBG, and Bear Stearns
    Leo-Hendrik Greve Amsterdam, former ING, Citi and MS
    Rony Jawhar Dubai, former Arqaam and Deutsche Bank
    Bray Kelly New York, former JBK Capital and UBS
    Joe Lovrics Madrid, former Societe General, Citi, and BNP
    Bill Miller New York, Commerce Street, TPG Sixth Street, Citi
    Hans Narberhaus Madrid, former Deutsche Bank 
    Laurent Quelin London, former Chenavari, and CS
    Francois-Louise Ricard Paris, former Groupe Caisse des Depots, MS and SG
    Jorge de los Rios Madrid, former Santander, S&P and Lehman
    Mike Turnbull London, former StormHarbour, BAML and MS
    Andrew Whittaker New York, Lazard, GSAM and Lehman 
       

    In Q2 we were also joined by Gregor Bates, Associate, London, and Analysts Matt Farrell, Nikita Spivakov, and Tim O’Callaghan in New York.

    We also welcome George Parker, New York, as Senior Advisor for Operations.

    This team’s decades of investment banking experience across Origination, Advisory, Capital Markets, Structuring, and Leveraged Finance should help propel our growth and strategy to originate, structure, and distribute private capital markets transactions and provide strategic advisory services. Our goal is to further strengthen KingsRock’s ability to serve issuer clients and the private credit, special situations and private equity investor universe with ever more tailor-made capital solutions and investment opportunities.

    Expansion of our Global Network of Senior Advisors

    We are also pleased to announce that we now have 120 (one hundred and twenty) Senior Advisors from approximately 50 countries around the world. Each is a truly Independent Advisor with his or her own interest and focus, some with companies that we have partnered with, etc. Many of these advisors comprised the most senior leadership of Deutsche Bank and oversaw a wide range of functions, from CEO and six other former Management Board Members, to Country Heads and Divisional Heads of M&A, Capital Markets, and Heads of Sales, Coverage, Industry Groups, Economists, Operations, etc.

    This unique Global Network of former colleagues and friends as our Senior Advisors allows KingsRock access to key decision makers nearly anywhere in the world, spanning companies, institutional investors, financial institutions, and the public sector. It also offers mutual benefits in deal making through origination, execution, and distribution, be it a cross-border M&A transaction or bespoke institutional capital raising deal.

    We are also pleased to Announce a successful close of our inaugural third-party capital raise for KingsRock Advisors LLC, to support our expansion and elevate our investment banking boutique, with further strategic growth planned. We thank all of our investors for their strong support.

    “We are excited to welcome our new Senior Advisory Board Members, our new Managing Directors, Associate and Analyst colleagues, and our Senior Advisors network to KingsRock as we continue to expand the global reach of our capital solutions business. Together with our inaugural capital raise to boost and increase the visibility of our platform, successfully concluded in Q2, we are truly thrilled with the progress our young firm is making to serve our clients and support our ambitious growth. In the near term, we will share more details about our expansion across our financial services offering,” said Håkan Wohlin, Founder & Managing Partner, and Louis Jaffe, Co-Founder & Managing Partner.

    KingsRock has already announced and closed several significant transactions in 2025. Angel Oak’s recently announced sale to Brookfield, where KingsRock Advisors served as the Exclusive Financial Advisor to Angel Oak, is indeed a landmark transaction. On April 1st, 2025, Brookfield Asset Management and Angel Oak to Entered into Strategic Partnership. KingsRock Securities LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of KingsRock Advisors LLC, acted as Exclusive Financial Advisor to Angel Oak Companies.

    About KingsRock:

    KingsRock Advisors, LLC headquartered at 900 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10022, is an independent global advisory firm, with securities offered by KingsRock Securities LLC, a FINRA member firm and SIPC, as well as KingsRock Advisors UK Ltd and KingsRock Advisors Europe AB, both wholly owned subsidiaries of KingsRock Advisors LLC.

    Founded in 2020, KingsRock comprises a team of approximately 40 full time professionals who advise on a wide range of private capital markets transactions including debt, hybrid, equity and M&A covering structures from vanilla to highly structured. The team collectively has worked on thousands of transactions across various industry sectors worldwide. Clients include private equity and private credit firms, corporations, financial institutions, government-related entities, and institutional investors.

    KingsRock Advisors offers the experience and global reach of a large firm, combined with the structural agility and creativity of a boutique. An independent advisory firm with a global network that provides unconflicted strategic and financial advisory services, along with innovative capital solutions and special situations. The firms’ bankers excel in complex transactions and deliver swift results often where large banks and traditional sources of financing do not have the ability to engage. KingsRock advisors operates across all major industry sectors and is supported by a global network of 120 independent Senior Advisors across 50 countries, who bring decades of deal making experience.

    Disclaimer:

    Securities offered by KingsRock Securities LLC, a FINRA member firm and a member of SIPC., a wholly owned subsidiary of KingsRock Advisors LLC. • 900 Third Avenue, 10th Floor • New York, NY 10022.

    KingsRock Advisors UK Ltd is a private limited company registered in England and Wales with registration number 15240371. KingsRock Advisors UK Ltd (FRN 1006329) is an Appointed Representative under Bluegrove Capital Management Ltd (FRN: 960363), which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

    KingsRock Advisors Europe AB is incorporated in Sweden (EU), with registered office at Grev Turegatan 14, 114 46 Stockholm, Sweden, and is a tied agent of Svensk Värdepappersservice i Stockholm AB, a Swedish investment firm authorized and regulated by the Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority (Sw. Finansinspektionen) under the Swedish Securities Market Act (Sw. lag (2007:528) om värdepappersmarknaden).

    This message is provided for information purposes and does not constitute an invitation, solicitation or offer to buy or sell any securities or investment. Neither KingsRock Securities, LLC nor its affiliates provide accounting, tax or legal advice; such matters should be discussed with your advisors and/or counsel.

    The MIL Network –

  • MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Impact of the rise of artificial intelligence on translation services – E-002680/2025

    Source: European Parliament

    Question for written answer  E-002680/2025
    to the Commission
    Rule 144
    Fernand Kartheiser (NI)

    Artificial intelligence is progressing rapidly, including in the field of translation. Specialised tools are already widely used in the translation services of the Commission and other EU institutions.

    These tools enable translators to work more efficiently, but they still have to check the texts produced to ensure that they are reliable and of sufficient quality.

    • 1.Will the Commission ensure that translators’ jobs are sustainable in spite of AI developments, or will it cut staff numbers?
    • 2.Can it guarantee that humans will continue to verify the quality of the services provided and that it will not introduce fully automated translation workflows?
    • 3.Will it support the development of AI for the smaller official languages?

    Submitted: 2.7.2025

    Last updated: 8 July 2025

    MIL OSI Europe News –

  • MIL-OSI Europe: Answer to a written question – Liver damage as a side effect of COVID-19 vaccination – E-001675/2025(ASW)

    Source: European Parliament

    The authorisation of COVID-19 vaccines is based on a thorough scientific assessment by the European Medicines Agency (EMA) about the vaccine quality, safety, and efficacy[1].

    Initially, COVID-19 vaccines were granted a conditional marketing authorisation (CMA)[2], a pathway used to expedite access to medicines addressing unmet needs, particularly during public health emergencies. A CMA requires the marketing authorisation holder to provide further data post-authorisation to confirm the benefit-risk balance.

    Following authorisation, all medicinal products authorised in the EU, are subject to continuous and rigorous safety monitoring, which was further enhanced for COVID-19 vaccines.

    The EU pharmacovigilance system detects, assesses, and addresses potential side effects[3], with the EMA’s safety Committee (PRAC)[4] analysing new risks that may emerge from various sources, including clinical practice, clinical studies, and medical literature.

    Current scientific data from over 13 billion COVID-19 vaccine doses administered worldwide shows a very good safety profile. Most adverse drug reactions are mild and short-lived.

    Serious effects are very rare[5] and thoroughly assessed. In 2022, PRAC concluded that there was no evidence supporting a causal link between mRNA COVID-19 vaccines and AIH[6].

    Each vaccine has published product information and an assessment report detailing all examined aspects[7]. If a reasonable possibility exists that a side effect is linked to the vaccine, it is included in the product information to ensure transparency for healthcare professionals and patients.

    • [1] Approval of vaccines in the EU: https://vaccination-info.europa.eu/en/about-vaccines/approval-vaccines-eu; COVID-19 vaccines: development, evaluation, approval and monitoring: https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/human-regulatory-overview/public-health-threats/coronavirus-disease-covid-19/covid-19-public-health-emergency-international-concern-2020-23/covid-19-vaccines-development-evaluation-approval-monitoring.
    • [2] Conditional marketing authorisation: https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/human-regulatory-overview/marketing-authorisation/conditional-marketing-authorisation.
    • [3] Pharmacovigilance: Overview: https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/human-regulatory-overview/pharmacovigilance-overview.
    • [4] Pharmacovigilance Risk Assessment Committee (PRAC): https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/committees/pharmacovigilance-risk-assessment-committee-prac.
    • [5] Safety of COVID-19 vaccines: https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/human-regulatory-overview/public-health-threats/coronavirus-disease-covid-19/covid-19-medicines/safety-covid-19-vaccines#suspected-side-effects-13834.
    • [6] Meeting highlights from the Pharmacovigilance Risk Assessment Committee (PRAC) 4-7 April 2022: https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/news/meeting-highlights-pharmacovigilance-risk-assessment-committee-prac-4-7-april-2022.
    • [7]  COVID-19 medicines: https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/human-regulatory-overview/public-health-threats/coronavirus-disease-covid-19/covid-19-medicines.

    MIL OSI Europe News –

  • MIL-OSI Europe: Answer to a written question – Protecting audiovisual dubbing professions – E-001819/2025(ASW)

    Source: European Parliament

    EU copyright law provides performers with exclusive rights to authorise or prohibit the use of their performances by third parties. The rights protecting performances however do not extend to the use of an artist’s voice, likeness or other characterising features.

    Under the General Data Protection Regulation[1] (GDPR) consent is one of the six legal grounds for lawful personal data processing. However, the controller may rely on legitimate interest where that interest prevails over the interests or rights of the data subjects.

    The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) held that, subject to certain conditions, legitimate interest could be relied upon for the development of AI models.[2]

    The Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act[3] sets out transparency obligations for AI systems that generate or manipulate content, including deepfakes.

    Specifically, providers of AI systems generating synthetic audio, image, video or text content shall ensure that the outputs of the AI system are marked in a machine-readable format and are detectable as artificially generated or manipulated. Those rules aim at protecting the integrity and trust in the information ecosystem and mitigate the risk of impersonation.

    Under the current multiannual financial framework, the MEDIA and Cross-sectoral strands of Creative Europe offer opportunities for applicants to submit projects that focus on helping the audiovisual and media sectors to foster their uptake of AI (including for dubbing), while mitigating the risks posed by this technology.

    Since January 2025, five Nordic film festivals have been supported (under the project ‘NojSe’) to use AI in dubbing integrating new technologies in translation and subtitling while supporting the artistic community.

    • [1] Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and repealing Directive 95/46/EC (General Data Protection Regulation), OJ L 119, 4.5.2016, p. 1-88.
    • [2]  EDPB, Opinion 28/2024.
    • [3]  https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2024/1689/oj/eng.
    Last updated: 8 July 2025

    MIL OSI Europe News –

  • MIL-OSI: Spartan Capital Securities, LLC Serves as Placement Agent in Lixte Biotechnology Holdings, Inc.’s $5.0 Million Private Placement

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    New York, NY, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Spartan Capital Securities, LLC, a premier investment banking firm, is pleased to announce the closing of a $5.0 million private placement for Lixte Biotechnology Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: LIXT), in which it served as the exclusive placement agent.

    Lixte Biotechnology Holdings, Inc., a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company focused on cancer drug development, completed the offering on July 2, 2025. The offering, priced at the market under Nasdaq rules, consisted of the sale of Common Stock (or Pre-Funded Warrants), Series B Convertible Preferred Stock, and Common Warrants to accredited investors.

    The Company received gross proceeds of approximately $5.0 million, with $4.0 million received at closing and the remaining $1.0 million to be received upon effectiveness of a resale registration statement. Proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes and working capital.

    “We’re proud to have acted as the placement agent for Lixte Biotechnology Holdings, Inc. in this successful transaction,” said John Lowry, CEO of Spartan Capital Securities. “Lixte’s commitment to advancing innovative oncology therapies marks a significant step forward in cancer research and treatment. We’re honored to support their mission and contribute to progress in such a critical area of healthcare.”

    Lixte was represented by TroyGould PC, while Spartan Capital Securities was represented by Kaufman & Canoles, P.C.

    Additional details regarding the offering can be found in the Company’s Form 8-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission at www.sec.gov.

    The securities sold in this private placement were not registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or any state securities laws, and may not be offered or sold in the United States unless pursuant to an effective registration statement or an applicable exemption from registration.

    This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the securities, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful.

    About Spartan Capital Securities, LLC

    Spartan Capital Securities, LLC is a premier full-service investment banking firm offering a comprehensive range of advisory services to institutional clients and high-net-worth individuals. Known for its expertise in capital raising, strategic advisory, and asset management, Spartan Capital delivers tailored solutions to meet clients’ financial goals.

    For more information about Spartan Capital Securities, visit www.spartancapital.com.

    About Lixte Biotechnology Holdings, Inc.

    Lixte Biotechnology Holdings, Inc. is a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing cancer therapies based on novel biological pathways. Its lead compound, LB-100, a first-in-class PP2A inhibitor, has shown promise in enhancing the effectiveness of chemotherapy and immunotherapy. Clinical trials are underway for colon, small cell lung, and sarcoma cancers.

    For more information about Lixte, visit www.lixte.com.

    Contact:

    Spartan Capital Securities, LLC
    45 Broadway, 19th Floor
    New York, NY 10006
    investmentbanking@spartancapital.com

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  • MIL-OSI: U.S. Based Company iDox.ai Expands Access to Scalable AI-Powered Redaction Tools for Privacy Compliance Across U.S. Sectors

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Fremont, California, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — iDox.ai, a U.S.-based company specializing in artificial intelligence-driven data protection, is expanding its reach across public and private sectors with redaction tools designed to meet national privacy compliance standards. As data privacy regulations grow increasingly complex, the need for accurate, scalable redaction software has become a priority for organizations managing sensitive information.

    iDox.ai logo

    Founded and headquartered in the United States, iDox.ai develops tools that help agencies and enterprises meet regulatory requirements such as HIPAA, CCPA, FOIA, and CJIS. Its AI-based platform supports over 47 file types, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDFs, and more, allowing organizations to redact structured, unstructured, and semi-structured data without relying on manual workflows.

    “Our platform was built to help U.S. organizations protect private data while reducing the time and error involved in manual redaction,” said a spokesperson from iDox.ai. “It is designed for both speed and precision, with AI that improves as users interact with it.”

    One of the company’s key features is its personalized AI engine. This system adapts to an organization’s specific needs over time, learning from user input to prioritize workflow-specific redaction preferences. This makes it particularly effective for fields such as legal services, healthcare administration, and financial compliance.

    The software goes beyond standard personally identifiable information (PII) detection. It is able to identify and redact unique data formats such as check numbers, bank routing codes, account identifiers, legal citations, and docket numbers, ensuring complete coverage under multiple regulatory frameworks.

    Current users of iDox.ai’s redaction tools include government departments handling Freedom of Information Act requests, healthcare providers redacting medical records in accordance with HIPAA, law firms managing confidential case data, and financial institutions processing sensitive transactions.

    All data is processed and hosted in the United States, with strict alignment to federal and state compliance requirements. The platform also offers role-based access controls and audit trails to support internal accountability and legal defensibility.

    With a growing demand for reliable redaction software, iDox.ai continues to support U.S.-based organizations in navigating the evolving privacy landscape.

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Trade and gender group outlines priorities for gender equality work leading to MC14

    Source: WTO

    Headline: Trade and gender group outlines priorities for gender equality work leading to MC14

    The 2025-2026 Work Plan reinforces the work initiated at the 13th WTO Ministerial Conference (MC13), held in Abu Dhabi in 2024. An action plan to support its implementation will be drafted in consultation with members, with clear milestones, targets and activities.
    The Work Plan features a detailed compendium mapping all the technical work of the Informal Working Group (IWG) on Trade and Gender, as well as a ministerial joint statement by the co-chairs. It also includes ministerial-level deliverables, such as the potential inclusion of a paragraph on women’s economic empowerment through trade in the MC14 outcome document.
    WTO Symposium on Trade and Women’s Economic Empowerment
    Members also took stock of the WTO Symposium on Trade and Women’s Economic Empowerment, “Growing economies through trade – empowering women”, which was held on 2 July in cooperation with the IWG co-chairs (Cabo Verde, El Salvador and the United Kingdom).
    The event brought together policymakers, researchers and international organizations to explore how trade policy can drive women’s economic empowerment. In her opening address, WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala underlined that empowering women in trade is not only a moral imperative, but an economic necessity, and she called for a modernized multilateral system that better serves women and developing economies. Discussions throughout the day underscored the need to treat gender equality as a core element of trade policy.
    Key themes of the symposium included the opportunities and challenges of digitalization, the role of regional trade agreements and the importance of gender-disaggregated data. Brazil, Chile, New Zealand, the United Kingdom  shared national experiences, while institutional initiatives from the International Trade Centre (ITC), the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations and the World Bank highlighted efforts to make trade more inclusive.
    Ambassador Simon Manley of the United Kingdom noted that the experts and researchers who spoke at the symposium encouraged members to ensure that gender is genuinely addressed – not only within the IWG, but also across WTO committees and negotiations more broadly. Looking ahead to MC14, he observed that many members are calling for a renewed commitment to embed gender equality into the multilateral trading system.
    International Prize for Gender Equality in Trade
    The IWG co-chairs reported on the second edition of the International Prize for Gender Equality in Trade, which recognises impactful national initiatives that promote gender equality through trade-related policies and programmes. Announced on 2 July during an award ceremony held as part of the WTO Symposium on Trade and Women’s Economic Empowerment, the winners of the 2025 edition were Brazil for “Elas Exportam”, the Dominican Republic for “Service Revolution” and Ghana for the “Inclusive Trade Facilitation Project”, with special mentions for Ecuador for the “Safe Company Seal” and Viet Nam for an initiative implemented under the WTO Chairs Programme at Foreign Trade University (WCP–FTU), titled “From Knowledge to Impact: Amplifying Women’s Influence in Trade through WCP-FTU”.
    Updates by WTO members
    The United Kingdom shared findings from a Scottish Government-commissioned report on the gender export gap. The study revealed that only 15 per cent of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) led by women in Scotland were engaged in export, fewer than Scottish SMEs led by men (17 per cent). Closing this gap could boost Scotland’s trade revenues by up to GBP 10.4 billion (CHF 11.3 billion) over two years. The research identified key barriers for women, including limited access to finance, lack of mentoring and networks, and a complex support landscape.
    Costa Rica also updated members, in its role as the 2025-2026 Chair of the Inclusive Trade Action Group (ITAG) – established on the margins of the 2018 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders Summit – and of ITAG standalone initiative the Global Trade and Gender Arrangement (GTAGA). The ITAG, which was launched in 2018, promotes inclusive trade with a focus on gender equality, support for SMEs, indigenous trade, sustainability and labour issues. The GTAGA advances women’s economic empowerment through joint actions such as data-sharing, policy dialogue and capacity-building.
    Key activities included a virtual meeting to adopt priorities, as well as the recent launch of a Trade and Gender Review of Latin America by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). Virtual events for government officials will be organized in 2025 and 2026. Costa Rica also outlined plans to standardize accession procedures, and it announced that there will be a GTAGA Day 2026, an in-person capacity-building event.
    Ukraine presented its national strategy to advance women’s economic empowerment and integrate gender equality into trade and recovery policies. Measures include targeted support for women-led businesses through mentorship, access to finance, professional training and psychological assistance, as well as programmes to encourage women’s participation in traditionally male-dominated sectors. Ukraine reported that women established 56 per cent of new businesses in 2023, rising to 59 per cent in 2024.
    Presentations by international organizations
    The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) outlined its efforts to promote gender-responsive standards, with a focus on practical tools such as its Gender Action Plan Model Blueprint. This initiative supports institutions in embedding gender considerations into standards, regulations and artificial intelligence (AI) governance. UNECE also emphasized the role of inclusive standards in addressing gender bias in data and design, particularly in emerging technologies like AI.
    The International Women’s Coffee Alliance (IWCA), a global network of women engaged in all segments of the coffee value chain, presented its work to address gender inequalities in the sector. Representing over 36 national groups and 18,000 members – including farmers, processors, exporters, baristas and entrepreneurs – IWCA outlined the persistent challenges that women face, such as unequal labour distribution, limited income and land ownership, and underrepresentation in leadership. It also presented its 2023-2027 strategic plan, structured around four pillars: organizational development, research and advocacy, impactful programmes and high-impact communications.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: China hopes to work with the UN to build a more just and reasonable international order – Premier of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

    An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

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

    RIO DE JANEIRO, July 8 (Xinhua) — China is willing to deepen communication and cooperation with the United Nations to jointly promote the building of a fairer and more reasonable international order, Chinese Premier Li Qiang said in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Tuesday.

    Li Qiang made the statement during a meeting with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on the sidelines of the 17th BRICS Leaders’ Meeting.

    As the Premier of the State Council pointed out, in the 80 years since its founding, the UN has made important contributions to maintaining world peace and tranquility and promoting common development.

    Noting that today’s world is facing increasing instability and uncertainty, Li Qiang stressed that the UN should play a more effective role.

    According to him, the concept of building a community with a shared future for mankind and the three major global initiatives put forward by Chinese President Xi Jinping are largely consistent with the purposes and principles of the UN Charter and reflect China’s firm commitment and pragmatic approach to supporting multilateralism and the cause of the UN.

    The more complex the international situation becomes, the more important it is to uphold the authority of the UN, the head of the Chinese government continued, adding that China firmly supports the central role of the world organization in global governance and is willing to work with all parties to implement genuine multilateralism and more effectively advance the cause of the UN.

    Today, when global security is facing serious challenges, China is making significant efforts to promote dialogue for political resolution of hot spot issues and will continue to support the unique role of the UN in reducing tensions, Li Qiang stressed.

    He also noted that all parties should prioritize development on the international agenda, jointly strengthen global cooperation for development, direct resources primarily to key areas such as poverty reduction, education, employment and capacity building, and promote global partnership for development.

    Li Qiang assured that China, as a responsible major developing country, will continue to steadily expand opening-up, share its opportunities with the world and promote common development.

    China supports the UN’s role as a key channel for addressing governance gaps in emerging areas such as artificial intelligence, cyberspace, polar regions and outer space, the premier added. -0-

    Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

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  • MIL-OSI United Nations: Regional coordinator, Santiago network (Asia-Pacific)

    Source: UNISDR Disaster Risk Reduction

    Background information – job-specific

    Santiago network The Santiago network was established in December 2019 at COP25, as part of the Warsaw International Mechanism, for averting, minimizing and addressing loss and damage associated with the adverse effects of climate change, to catalyze the technical assistance of relevant organizations, bodies, networks and experts, for the implementation of suitable relevant approaches at the local, national and regional level, in developing countries that are particularly vulnerable to the adverse effects of climate change. (decision 2/CMA.2, para 43, noted by 2/CP.25). 

    The Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change Convention and the Paris Agreement subsequently decided on the functions of the Santiago network at COP26 and on the institutional arrangements to enable its full operationalization. Parties agreed the structure would comprise: 

    A hosted Secretariat that will facilitate its work, to be known as the Santiago network Secretariat; An Advisory Board, to provide guidance and oversight to the Santiago network Secretariat on the effective implementation of the functions of the network; and A network of organizations, bodies, networks and experts (OBNEs) covering a wide range of topics relevant to averting, minimizing and addressing loss and damage. 

    At COP28 in 2023, Parties selected the consortium of UNOPS and the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) as co-hosts of the Santiago network Secretariat for an initial term of five years, with five-year renewal periods. 

    While UNOPS provides the necessary administrative and operational support for the effective functioning of the Secretariat, UNDRR provides the Secretariat with technical backstopping and expertise in the domain of averting, minimizing and addressing loss and damage consistent with the guidelines for preventing potential and addressing actual and perceived conflicts of interest in relation to the Santiago network. 

    Relevant COP/CMA decisions on the Santiago network can be consulted here. Documents and reports from meetings of the Santiago network Advisory Board are available here. 

    The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organisations. With over 6,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, where they need it. By implementing around 1,000 projects for our partners at any given time, UNOPS makes significant contributions to results on the ground, often in the most challenging environments. 

    Regional Coordinator, Santiago network 

    Under the supervision of the Director of the Santiago network Secretariat, with support by the Senior Programme Manager, the Regional Coordinator drives and supervises provision of catalyzed technical assistance and membership matters in the respective region, as well as provision of related services, ensuring effective and timely support for developing countries that are particularly vulnerable to the adverse effects of climate change. 

    The Regional Coordinator leads the technical work of the Santiago network Secretariat, in the respective region, including programme delivery, and outreach, in consultation with UNDRR designated technical experts, and acts as key focal point for regional and national partners and technical agencies.

    The Regional Coordinator also leads the development and implementation of capacity building strategies and plans of the Santiago network in the respective region, including through strategic and actionable knowledge management.

    Functional responsibilities

    1. Setting up processes and systems
    2. Catalyzing technical assistance/Management of OBNEs
    3. Programme implementation and monitoring
    4. Partner and stakeholder engagement
    5. Knowledge management and innovation
    6. Corporate functions and team building

    1. Setting up processes and systems

    • Lead the implementation of the guidelines for responding to requests for technical assistance, the guidelines for the designation of members to the Santiago network, and relevant operational documents at the regional level.
    • Contribute to the creation of an enabling environment for demand-driven technical assistance, including support in identifying regional needs and in preparing requests for technical assistance.

    2. Catalyzing technical assistance/Management of OBNEs

    • Lead the implementation technical assistance (TA) cycle in the relevant region, in coordination with central functions and with Desk Officers for LDCs and SIDS as applicable, including submission, review, matchmaking, delivery, monitoring and knowledge sharing.
    • Coordinate the effective engagement with developing countries, communities and other stakeholders in relevant region in identifying their capacity gaps and developing requests for TA, where needed, including through regional scoping workshops and consultative processes.
    • Coordinate with the OBNE Engagement Specialist in building and managing a network of suitable OBNEs in the respective region for the provision of TA to support developing countries in averting, minimizing, and addressing loss and damage associated with climate change impacts in response to their needs.
    • Lead on the development and implementation of regionalTA and capacity building strategies and plans in order to support the achievement of the Santiago network strategy.

    3. Programme implementation and monitoring

    • Lead the implementation of regional results-based monitoring and evaluation activities, in coordination with central functions, to assess the timeliness, appropriateness and outcomes of assistance provided under the Santiago network.
    • Oversee the implementation and delivery of results of technical assistance relevant region , under the Monitoring and Evaluation for Learning and Accountability (MEAL) Framework.
    • Identify, assess and manage risks and issues that may impact the effective delivery of technical assistance in the relevant region, in coordination with corporate functions.
    • Provide inputs on regional operations to inform Santiago network regular reporting to the Advisory Board and inputs to the Annual Report to the governing body or bodies.

    4. Partner and stakeholder engagement

    • Develop and implement regional, national, subnational and community-based strategies for the engagement of relevant stakeholders, aiming to facilitate demand-driven technical assistance.
    • Develop strategies for engaging and maintaining partnerships in the region , including collaborative projects, joint events, and resource sharing.
    • Establish communication channels and platforms for effective networking and information exchange among Members in the region, in coordination with central functions.
    • Lead capacity building of partners and stakeholders for strategic regional partnership development and engagement.
    • Contribute to the development of regional advocacy campaigns, policy briefs, and other materials to support the Santiago network’s regional advocacy efforts, in coordination with the Communications Manager.

    5. Knowledge management and innovation

    • Facilitate the development, provision and dissemination of knowledge and information in the relevant region, on a wide range of topics relevant for loss and damage.
    • Champion knowledge on averting, minimizing and addressing loss and damage, relevant for technical assistance delivery in the respective region.
    • Promote and raise awareness of the Santiago network in the relevant region.
    • Foster innovation and best practices in knowledge management, contributing to the development of feedback loops informed by operational experience.

    6. Corporate functions and team building

    • Uphold and model team values, fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive, work environment, fostering collaboration between regional and global functions.
    • Contribute to the development and implementation of the Santiago network’s strategic, policy, and operational frameworks, ensuring alignment with its mandate and evolving needs.
    • Support the implementation of a resource mobilization strategy for the Santiago network to secure funds for technical assistance for developing countries.
    • Represent the Santiago network in international fora and high-level meetings in the respective, contributing to advance the delivery of its mandate and objectives.
    • Others, as required by the supervisor.

    Education/experience/language requirements

    Education

    • An advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent), preferably in development studies, international relations, political science, environmental sciences and climate change, economics, social sciences, or related areas, is required.
    • A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

    Experience

    • A minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in the fields of programme development in developing countries, particularly in the areas of loss and damage, disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, development, or other related climate change and development areas, is required.
    • Of those seven (7) years, a minimum of at least five (5) years of demonstrated experience in the region in one of the relevant areas as listed above, is required.
    • Strong coordination, communication, and technical skills are desirable.
    • Familiarity with UNFCCC processes and the loss and damage agenda is highly desirable.

    Language

    • Fluency in oral and written English is required.
    • Fluency in oral and written Spanish is required.
    • Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

    Contract type, level and duration

    Contract type: Staff – FTA Contract level: P4 (ICS-11) Contract duration: One year initially, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

    For more details about United Nations staff contracts, please follow this link: https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/UN-Staff-Contracts.aspx

    Competencies

    Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.(for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above)

    Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

    Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

    Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

    Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

    Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

    Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

    Additional information

    • Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
    • Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
    • Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
    • UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
    • Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
    • We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

    Terms and conditions

    • For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
    • For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses ( they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here.
    • All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
    • It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

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  • MIL-OSI United Nations: Regional coordinator, Santiago network (Latin America and the Caribbean)

    Source: UNISDR Disaster Risk Reduction

    Background information – job-specific

    Santiago network The Santiago network was established in December 2019 at COP25, as part of the Warsaw International Mechanism, for averting, minimizing and addressing loss and damage associated with the adverse effects of climate change, to catalyze the technical assistance of relevant organizations, bodies, networks and experts, for the implementation of suitable relevant approaches at the local, national and regional level, in developing countries that are particularly vulnerable to the adverse effects of climate change. (decision 2/CMA.2, para 43, noted by 2/CP.25). 

    The Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change Convention and the Paris Agreement subsequently decided on the functions of the Santiago network at COP26 and on the institutional arrangements to enable its full operationalization. Parties agreed the structure would comprise: 

    A hosted Secretariat that will facilitate its work, to be known as the Santiago network Secretariat; An Advisory Board, to provide guidance and oversight to the Santiago network Secretariat on the effective implementation of the functions of the network; and A network of organizations, bodies, networks and experts (OBNEs) covering a wide range of topics relevant to averting, minimizing and addressing loss and damage. 

    At COP28 in 2023, Parties selected the consortium of UNOPS and the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) as co-hosts of the Santiago network Secretariat for an initial term of five years, with five-year renewal periods. 

    While UNOPS provides the necessary administrative and operational support for the effective functioning of the Secretariat, UNDRR provides the Secretariat with technical backstopping and expertise in the domain of averting, minimizing and addressing loss and damage consistent with the guidelines for preventing potential and addressing actual and perceived conflicts of interest in relation to the Santiago network. 

    Relevant COP/CMA decisions on the Santiago network can be consulted here. Documents and reports from meetings of the Santiago network Advisory Board are available here. 

    The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organisations. With over 6,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, where they need it. By implementing around 1,000 projects for our partners at any given time, UNOPS makes significant contributions to results on the ground, often in the most challenging environments. 

    Regional Coordinator, Santiago network 

    Under the supervision of the Director of the Santiago network Secretariat, with support by the Senior Programme Manager, the Regional Coordinator drives and supervises provision of catalyzed technical assistance and membership matters in the respective region, as well as provision of related services, ensuring effective and timely support for developing countries that are particularly vulnerable to the adverse effects of climate change. 

    The Regional Coordinator leads the technical work of the Santiago network Secretariat, in the respective region, including programme delivery, and outreach, in consultation with UNDRR designated technical experts, and acts as key focal point for regional and national partners and technical agencies.

    The Regional Coordinator also leads the development and implementation of capacity building strategies and plans of the Santiago network in the respective region, including through strategic and actionable knowledge management.

    Functional responsibilities

    1. Setting up processes and systems
    2. Catalyzing technical assistance/Management of OBNEs
    3. Programme implementation and monitoring
    4. Partner and stakeholder engagement
    5. Knowledge management and innovation
    6. Corporate functions and team building

    1. Setting up processes and systems

    • Lead the implementation of the guidelines for responding to requests for technical assistance, the guidelines for the designation of members to the Santiago network, and relevant operational documents at the regional level.
    • Contribute to the creation of an enabling environment for demand-driven technical assistance, including support in identifying regional needs and in preparing requests for technical assistance.

    2. Catalyzing technical assistance/Management of OBNEs

    • Lead the implementation technical assistance (TA) cycle in the relevant region, in coordination with central functions and with Desk Officers for LDCs and SIDS as applicable, including submission, review, matchmaking, delivery, monitoring and knowledge sharing.
    • Coordinate the effective engagement with developing countries, communities and other stakeholders in relevant region in identifying their capacity gaps and developing requests for TA, where needed, including through regional scoping workshops and consultative processes.
    • Coordinate with the OBNE Engagement Specialist in building and managing a network of suitable OBNEs in the respective region for the provision of TA to support developing countries in averting, minimizing, and addressing loss and damage associated with climate change impacts in response to their needs.
    • Lead on the development and implementation of regionalTA and capacity building strategies and plans in order to support the achievement of the Santiago network strategy.

    3. Programme implementation and monitoring

    • Lead the implementation of regional results-based monitoring and evaluation activities, in coordination with central functions, to assess the timeliness, appropriateness and outcomes of assistance provided under the Santiago network.
    • Oversee the implementation and delivery of results of technical assistance relevant region , under the Monitoring and Evaluation for Learning and Accountability (MEAL) Framework.
    • Identify, assess and manage risks and issues that may impact the effective delivery of technical assistance in the relevant region, in coordination with corporate functions.
    • Provide inputs on regional operations to inform Santiago network regular reporting to the Advisory Board and inputs to the Annual Report to the governing body or bodies.

    4. Partner and stakeholder engagement

    • Develop and implement regional, national, subnational and community-based strategies for the engagement of relevant stakeholders, aiming to facilitate demand-driven technical assistance.
    • Develop strategies for engaging and maintaining partnerships in the region , including collaborative projects, joint events, and resource sharing.
    • Establish communication channels and platforms for effective networking and information exchange among Members in the region, in coordination with central functions.
    • Lead capacity building of partners and stakeholders for strategic regional partnership development and engagement.
    • Contribute to the development of regional advocacy campaigns, policy briefs, and other materials to support the Santiago network’s regional advocacy efforts, in coordination with the Communications Manager.

    5. Knowledge management and innovation

    • Facilitate the development, provision and dissemination of knowledge and information in the relevant region, on a wide range of topics relevant for loss and damage.
    • Champion knowledge on averting, minimizing and addressing loss and damage, relevant for technical assistance delivery in the respective region.
    • Promote and raise awareness of the Santiago network in the relevant region.
    • Foster innovation and best practices in knowledge management, contributing to the development of feedback loops informed by operational experience.

    6. Corporate functions and team building

    • Uphold and model team values, fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive, work environment, fostering collaboration between regional and global functions.
    • Contribute to the development and implementation of the Santiago network’s strategic, policy, and operational frameworks, ensuring alignment with its mandate and evolving needs.
    • Support the implementation of a resource mobilization strategy for the Santiago network to secure funds for technical assistance for developing countries.
    • Represent the Santiago network in international fora and high-level meetings in the respective, contributing to advance the delivery of its mandate and objectives.
    • Others, as required by the supervisor.

    Education/experience/language requirements

    Education

    • An advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent), preferably in development studies, international relations, political science, environmental sciences and climate change, economics, social sciences, or related areas, is required.
    • A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

    Experience

    • A minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in the fields of programme development in developing countries, particularly in the areas of loss and damage, disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, development, or other related climate change and development areas, is required.
    • Of those seven (7) years, a minimum of at least five (5) years of demonstrated experience in the region in one of the relevant areas as listed above, is required.
    • Strong coordination, communication, and technical skills are desirable.
    • Familiarity with UNFCCC processes and the loss and damage agenda is highly desirable.

    Language

    • Fluency in oral and written English is required.
    • Fluency in oral and written Spanish is required.
    • Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

    Contract type, level and duration

    Contract type: Staff – FTA Contract level: P4 (ICS-11) Contract duration: One year initially, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

    For more details about United Nations staff contracts, please follow this link: https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/UN-Staff-Contracts.aspx

    Competencies

    Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.(for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above)

    Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

    Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

    Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

    Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

    Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

    Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

    Additional information

    • Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
    • Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
    • Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
    • UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
    • Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
    • We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

    Terms and conditions

    • For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
    • For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses ( they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here.
    • All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
    • It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

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  • MIL-OSI United Nations: Regional coordinator, Santiago network (Asia-Pacific)

    Source: UNISDR Disaster Risk Reduction

    Background information – job-specific

    Santiago network The Santiago network was established in December 2019 at COP25, as part of the Warsaw International Mechanism, for averting, minimizing and addressing loss and damage associated with the adverse effects of climate change, to catalyze the technical assistance of relevant organizations, bodies, networks and experts, for the implementation of suitable relevant approaches at the local, national and regional level, in developing countries that are particularly vulnerable to the adverse effects of climate change. (decision 2/CMA.2, para 43, noted by 2/CP.25). 

    The Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change Convention and the Paris Agreement subsequently decided on the functions of the Santiago network at COP26 and on the institutional arrangements to enable its full operationalization. Parties agreed the structure would comprise: 

    A hosted Secretariat that will facilitate its work, to be known as the Santiago network Secretariat; An Advisory Board, to provide guidance and oversight to the Santiago network Secretariat on the effective implementation of the functions of the network; and A network of organizations, bodies, networks and experts (OBNEs) covering a wide range of topics relevant to averting, minimizing and addressing loss and damage. 

    At COP28 in 2023, Parties selected the consortium of UNOPS and the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) as co-hosts of the Santiago network Secretariat for an initial term of five years, with five-year renewal periods. 

    While UNOPS provides the necessary administrative and operational support for the effective functioning of the Secretariat, UNDRR provides the Secretariat with technical backstopping and expertise in the domain of averting, minimizing and addressing loss and damage consistent with the guidelines for preventing potential and addressing actual and perceived conflicts of interest in relation to the Santiago network. 

    Relevant COP/CMA decisions on the Santiago network can be consulted here. Documents and reports from meetings of the Santiago network Advisory Board are available here. 

    The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organisations. With over 6,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, where they need it. By implementing around 1,000 projects for our partners at any given time, UNOPS makes significant contributions to results on the ground, often in the most challenging environments. 

    Regional Coordinator, Santiago network 

    Under the supervision of the Director of the Santiago network Secretariat, with support by the Senior Programme Manager, the Regional Coordinator drives and supervises provision of catalyzed technical assistance and membership matters in the respective region, as well as provision of related services, ensuring effective and timely support for developing countries that are particularly vulnerable to the adverse effects of climate change. 

    The Regional Coordinator leads the technical work of the Santiago network Secretariat, in the respective region, including programme delivery, and outreach, in consultation with UNDRR designated technical experts, and acts as key focal point for regional and national partners and technical agencies.

    The Regional Coordinator also leads the development and implementation of capacity building strategies and plans of the Santiago network in the respective region, including through strategic and actionable knowledge management.

    Functional responsibilities

    1. Setting up processes and systems
    2. Catalyzing technical assistance/Management of OBNEs
    3. Programme implementation and monitoring
    4. Partner and stakeholder engagement
    5. Knowledge management and innovation
    6. Corporate functions and team building

    1. Setting up processes and systems

    • Lead the implementation of the guidelines for responding to requests for technical assistance, the guidelines for the designation of members to the Santiago network, and relevant operational documents at the regional level.
    • Contribute to the creation of an enabling environment for demand-driven technical assistance, including support in identifying regional needs and in preparing requests for technical assistance.

    2. Catalyzing technical assistance/Management of OBNEs

    • Lead the implementation technical assistance (TA) cycle in the relevant region, in coordination with central functions and with Desk Officers for LDCs and SIDS as applicable, including submission, review, matchmaking, delivery, monitoring and knowledge sharing.
    • Coordinate the effective engagement with developing countries, communities and other stakeholders in relevant region in identifying their capacity gaps and developing requests for TA, where needed, including through regional scoping workshops and consultative processes.
    • Coordinate with the OBNE Engagement Specialist in building and managing a network of suitable OBNEs in the respective region for the provision of TA to support developing countries in averting, minimizing, and addressing loss and damage associated with climate change impacts in response to their needs.
    • Lead on the development and implementation of regionalTA and capacity building strategies and plans in order to support the achievement of the Santiago network strategy.

    3. Programme implementation and monitoring

    • Lead the implementation of regional results-based monitoring and evaluation activities, in coordination with central functions, to assess the timeliness, appropriateness and outcomes of assistance provided under the Santiago network.
    • Oversee the implementation and delivery of results of technical assistance relevant region , under the Monitoring and Evaluation for Learning and Accountability (MEAL) Framework.
    • Identify, assess and manage risks and issues that may impact the effective delivery of technical assistance in the relevant region, in coordination with corporate functions.
    • Provide inputs on regional operations to inform Santiago network regular reporting to the Advisory Board and inputs to the Annual Report to the governing body or bodies.

    4. Partner and stakeholder engagement

    • Develop and implement regional, national, subnational and community-based strategies for the engagement of relevant stakeholders, aiming to facilitate demand-driven technical assistance.
    • Develop strategies for engaging and maintaining partnerships in the region , including collaborative projects, joint events, and resource sharing.
    • Establish communication channels and platforms for effective networking and information exchange among Members in the region, in coordination with central functions.
    • Lead capacity building of partners and stakeholders for strategic regional partnership development and engagement.
    • Contribute to the development of regional advocacy campaigns, policy briefs, and other materials to support the Santiago network’s regional advocacy efforts, in coordination with the Communications Manager.

    5. Knowledge management and innovation

    • Facilitate the development, provision and dissemination of knowledge and information in the relevant region, on a wide range of topics relevant for loss and damage.
    • Champion knowledge on averting, minimizing and addressing loss and damage, relevant for technical assistance delivery in the respective region.
    • Promote and raise awareness of the Santiago network in the relevant region.
    • Foster innovation and best practices in knowledge management, contributing to the development of feedback loops informed by operational experience.

    6. Corporate functions and team building

    • Uphold and model team values, fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive, work environment, fostering collaboration between regional and global functions.
    • Contribute to the development and implementation of the Santiago network’s strategic, policy, and operational frameworks, ensuring alignment with its mandate and evolving needs.
    • Support the implementation of a resource mobilization strategy for the Santiago network to secure funds for technical assistance for developing countries.
    • Represent the Santiago network in international fora and high-level meetings in the respective, contributing to advance the delivery of its mandate and objectives.
    • Others, as required by the supervisor.

    Education/experience/language requirements

    Education

    • An advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent), preferably in development studies, international relations, political science, environmental sciences and climate change, economics, social sciences, or related areas, is required.
    • A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

    Experience

    • A minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in the fields of programme development in developing countries, particularly in the areas of loss and damage, disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, development, or other related climate change and development areas, is required.
    • Of those seven (7) years, a minimum of at least five (5) years of demonstrated experience in the region in one of the relevant areas as listed above, is required.
    • Strong coordination, communication, and technical skills are desirable.
    • Familiarity with UNFCCC processes and the loss and damage agenda is highly desirable.

    Language

    • Fluency in oral and written English is required.
    • Fluency in oral and written Spanish is required.
    • Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

    Contract type, level and duration

    Contract type: Staff – FTA Contract level: P4 (ICS-11) Contract duration: One year initially, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

    For more details about United Nations staff contracts, please follow this link: https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/UN-Staff-Contracts.aspx

    Competencies

    Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.(for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above)

    Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

    Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

    Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

    Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

    Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

    Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

    Additional information

    • Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
    • Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
    • Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
    • UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
    • Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
    • We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

    Terms and conditions

    • For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
    • For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses ( they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here.
    • All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
    • It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

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  • MIL-OSI United Nations: New Permanent Representative of Australia Presents Credentials to the Director-General of the United Nations Office at Geneva

    Source: United Nations – Geneva

    Clare Monica Walsh, the new Permanent Representative of Australia to the United Nations Office at Geneva, today presented her credentials to Tatiana Valovaya, the Director-General of the United Nations Office at Geneva.

    Prior to her appointment to Geneva, Ms. Walsh held the position of Chief Operating Officer and Deputy Secretary, Enabling Services Group, at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Australia, since 2022.  Earlier in her career, she held multiple other posts at the Department and posted abroad, including as Chief Operating Officer, Finance (2020–2022); Deputy Secretary, Global Cooperation, Development and Partnerships Group (2018–2020); Deputy Head of Mission, Australian Embassy in Japan (2016–2018); and as First Assistant Secretary, International Policy and Partnerships Division (AusAID) and Multilateral Development and Policy Division (2012–2015).  Ms. Walsh also held several positions in the Department of Climate Change and Energy between 2007 and 2012.

    Ms. Walsh holds degrees from three Australian universities, including a Master of Management from the Australian National University (2006); a Graduate Diploma in Environmental Sciences from Murdoch University (1992); and a Bachelor of Arts from Curtin University (1989).

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  • MIL-OSI United Nations: Regional coordinator, Santiago network (Latin America and the Caribbean)

    Source: UNISDR Disaster Risk Reduction

    Background information – job-specific

    Santiago network The Santiago network was established in December 2019 at COP25, as part of the Warsaw International Mechanism, for averting, minimizing and addressing loss and damage associated with the adverse effects of climate change, to catalyze the technical assistance of relevant organizations, bodies, networks and experts, for the implementation of suitable relevant approaches at the local, national and regional level, in developing countries that are particularly vulnerable to the adverse effects of climate change. (decision 2/CMA.2, para 43, noted by 2/CP.25). 

    The Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change Convention and the Paris Agreement subsequently decided on the functions of the Santiago network at COP26 and on the institutional arrangements to enable its full operationalization. Parties agreed the structure would comprise: 

    A hosted Secretariat that will facilitate its work, to be known as the Santiago network Secretariat; An Advisory Board, to provide guidance and oversight to the Santiago network Secretariat on the effective implementation of the functions of the network; and A network of organizations, bodies, networks and experts (OBNEs) covering a wide range of topics relevant to averting, minimizing and addressing loss and damage. 

    At COP28 in 2023, Parties selected the consortium of UNOPS and the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) as co-hosts of the Santiago network Secretariat for an initial term of five years, with five-year renewal periods. 

    While UNOPS provides the necessary administrative and operational support for the effective functioning of the Secretariat, UNDRR provides the Secretariat with technical backstopping and expertise in the domain of averting, minimizing and addressing loss and damage consistent with the guidelines for preventing potential and addressing actual and perceived conflicts of interest in relation to the Santiago network. 

    Relevant COP/CMA decisions on the Santiago network can be consulted here. Documents and reports from meetings of the Santiago network Advisory Board are available here. 

    The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organisations. With over 6,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, where they need it. By implementing around 1,000 projects for our partners at any given time, UNOPS makes significant contributions to results on the ground, often in the most challenging environments. 

    Regional Coordinator, Santiago network 

    Under the supervision of the Director of the Santiago network Secretariat, with support by the Senior Programme Manager, the Regional Coordinator drives and supervises provision of catalyzed technical assistance and membership matters in the respective region, as well as provision of related services, ensuring effective and timely support for developing countries that are particularly vulnerable to the adverse effects of climate change. 

    The Regional Coordinator leads the technical work of the Santiago network Secretariat, in the respective region, including programme delivery, and outreach, in consultation with UNDRR designated technical experts, and acts as key focal point for regional and national partners and technical agencies.

    The Regional Coordinator also leads the development and implementation of capacity building strategies and plans of the Santiago network in the respective region, including through strategic and actionable knowledge management.

    Functional responsibilities

    1. Setting up processes and systems
    2. Catalyzing technical assistance/Management of OBNEs
    3. Programme implementation and monitoring
    4. Partner and stakeholder engagement
    5. Knowledge management and innovation
    6. Corporate functions and team building

    1. Setting up processes and systems

    • Lead the implementation of the guidelines for responding to requests for technical assistance, the guidelines for the designation of members to the Santiago network, and relevant operational documents at the regional level.
    • Contribute to the creation of an enabling environment for demand-driven technical assistance, including support in identifying regional needs and in preparing requests for technical assistance.

    2. Catalyzing technical assistance/Management of OBNEs

    • Lead the implementation technical assistance (TA) cycle in the relevant region, in coordination with central functions and with Desk Officers for LDCs and SIDS as applicable, including submission, review, matchmaking, delivery, monitoring and knowledge sharing.
    • Coordinate the effective engagement with developing countries, communities and other stakeholders in relevant region in identifying their capacity gaps and developing requests for TA, where needed, including through regional scoping workshops and consultative processes.
    • Coordinate with the OBNE Engagement Specialist in building and managing a network of suitable OBNEs in the respective region for the provision of TA to support developing countries in averting, minimizing, and addressing loss and damage associated with climate change impacts in response to their needs.
    • Lead on the development and implementation of regionalTA and capacity building strategies and plans in order to support the achievement of the Santiago network strategy.

    3. Programme implementation and monitoring

    • Lead the implementation of regional results-based monitoring and evaluation activities, in coordination with central functions, to assess the timeliness, appropriateness and outcomes of assistance provided under the Santiago network.
    • Oversee the implementation and delivery of results of technical assistance relevant region , under the Monitoring and Evaluation for Learning and Accountability (MEAL) Framework.
    • Identify, assess and manage risks and issues that may impact the effective delivery of technical assistance in the relevant region, in coordination with corporate functions.
    • Provide inputs on regional operations to inform Santiago network regular reporting to the Advisory Board and inputs to the Annual Report to the governing body or bodies.

    4. Partner and stakeholder engagement

    • Develop and implement regional, national, subnational and community-based strategies for the engagement of relevant stakeholders, aiming to facilitate demand-driven technical assistance.
    • Develop strategies for engaging and maintaining partnerships in the region , including collaborative projects, joint events, and resource sharing.
    • Establish communication channels and platforms for effective networking and information exchange among Members in the region, in coordination with central functions.
    • Lead capacity building of partners and stakeholders for strategic regional partnership development and engagement.
    • Contribute to the development of regional advocacy campaigns, policy briefs, and other materials to support the Santiago network’s regional advocacy efforts, in coordination with the Communications Manager.

    5. Knowledge management and innovation

    • Facilitate the development, provision and dissemination of knowledge and information in the relevant region, on a wide range of topics relevant for loss and damage.
    • Champion knowledge on averting, minimizing and addressing loss and damage, relevant for technical assistance delivery in the respective region.
    • Promote and raise awareness of the Santiago network in the relevant region.
    • Foster innovation and best practices in knowledge management, contributing to the development of feedback loops informed by operational experience.

    6. Corporate functions and team building

    • Uphold and model team values, fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive, work environment, fostering collaboration between regional and global functions.
    • Contribute to the development and implementation of the Santiago network’s strategic, policy, and operational frameworks, ensuring alignment with its mandate and evolving needs.
    • Support the implementation of a resource mobilization strategy for the Santiago network to secure funds for technical assistance for developing countries.
    • Represent the Santiago network in international fora and high-level meetings in the respective, contributing to advance the delivery of its mandate and objectives.
    • Others, as required by the supervisor.

    Education/experience/language requirements

    Education

    • An advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent), preferably in development studies, international relations, political science, environmental sciences and climate change, economics, social sciences, or related areas, is required.
    • A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

    Experience

    • A minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in the fields of programme development in developing countries, particularly in the areas of loss and damage, disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, development, or other related climate change and development areas, is required.
    • Of those seven (7) years, a minimum of at least five (5) years of demonstrated experience in the region in one of the relevant areas as listed above, is required.
    • Strong coordination, communication, and technical skills are desirable.
    • Familiarity with UNFCCC processes and the loss and damage agenda is highly desirable.

    Language

    • Fluency in oral and written English is required.
    • Fluency in oral and written Spanish is required.
    • Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

    Contract type, level and duration

    Contract type: Staff – FTA Contract level: P4 (ICS-11) Contract duration: One year initially, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

    For more details about United Nations staff contracts, please follow this link: https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/UN-Staff-Contracts.aspx

    Competencies

    Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.(for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above)

    Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

    Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

    Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

    Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

    Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

    Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

    Additional information

    • Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
    • Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
    • Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
    • UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
    • Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
    • We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

    Terms and conditions

    • For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
    • For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses ( they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here.
    • All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
    • It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

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  • MIL-OSI United Nations: New Permanent Representative of Australia Presents Credentials to the Director-General of the United Nations Office at Geneva

    Source: United Nations – Geneva

    Clare Monica Walsh, the new Permanent Representative of Australia to the United Nations Office at Geneva, today presented her credentials to Tatiana Valovaya, the Director-General of the United Nations Office at Geneva.

    Prior to her appointment to Geneva, Ms. Walsh held the position of Chief Operating Officer and Deputy Secretary, Enabling Services Group, at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Australia, since 2022.  Earlier in her career, she held multiple other posts at the Department and posted abroad, including as Chief Operating Officer, Finance (2020–2022); Deputy Secretary, Global Cooperation, Development and Partnerships Group (2018–2020); Deputy Head of Mission, Australian Embassy in Japan (2016–2018); and as First Assistant Secretary, International Policy and Partnerships Division (AusAID) and Multilateral Development and Policy Division (2012–2015).  Ms. Walsh also held several positions in the Department of Climate Change and Energy between 2007 and 2012.

    Ms. Walsh holds degrees from three Australian universities, including a Master of Management from the Australian National University (2006); a Graduate Diploma in Environmental Sciences from Murdoch University (1992); and a Bachelor of Arts from Curtin University (1989).

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Ukraine, Palestine, Turkmenistan & other topics – Daily Press Briefing (8 July 2025)| United Nations

    Source: United Nations (video statements)

    Noon Briefing by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.

    Highlights:
    Ukraine
    Ukraine/Humanitarian
    Secretary-General/Travels
    Occupied Palestinian Territory
    Lebanon
    Yemen
    Security Council
    West Africa
    Bangladesh
    Hurricane Beryl
    Sustainable Development
    Financial Contribution

    UKRAINE
    The Secretary-General strongly condemns today’s missile attacks by the Russian Federation hitting residential and civilian infrastructure across Ukraine, including in the cities of Kyiv, Kryvyi Rih, Dnipro and Pokrovsk. The strike reportedly killed dozens of civilians, including children, and injured over 150 more.
    The incidents in which missiles hit the Okhmatdyt National Children’s Specialized Hospital in Kyiv, the largest pediatrics facility in Ukraine, and at another medical facility in the capital’s Dniprovsky district, are particularly shocking.
    Directing attacks against civilians and civilian objects is prohibited by international humanitarian law, and any such attacks are unacceptable and must end immediately.
    The Secretary-General extends his deepest condolences to the families of all the victims and wishes a speedy recovery to the injured.

    UKRAINE/HUMANITARIAN
    The Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs says that the children’s hospital in the centre of Kyiv was severely damaged as children were receiving treatment.
    OCHA says that rescue workers, hospital staff and volunteers are currently clearing the rubble and searching for people trapped under debris.
    Our health partners are helping to move patients to other facilities, providing psychosocial support and assisting with other urgent needs. They are also in contact with the hospital to coordinate any additional support required.
    Humanitarian workers are on-site at the hospital to provide water and psychosocial support, among other assistance.

    SECRETARY-GENERAL/TRAVELS
    The Secretary-General returned to NewYork, after his visit to Central Asia.
    In Turkmenistan, his last stop before returning to New York, he met with Serdar Berdimuhamedov, the President of Turkmenistan.
    They discussed cooperation between the United Nations and Turkmenistan, and regional developments in Central Asia. The Secretary-General thanked the President for providing the UN Country Team in Turkmenistan with a new building.
    In a press encounter following the meeting, the Secretary-General said that Turkmenistan is playing a very important role in international relations and commended Turkmenistan’s policy of neutrality.
    He noted that Central Asia continues to face many obstacles to development – like water shortages, land degradation, natural hazards, and a lack of adequate connectivity.

    Full Highlights: https://www.un.org/sg/en/content/noon-briefing-highlight?date%5Bvalue%5D%5Bdate%5D=08%20July%202024

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9mzYocjcMe0

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Ukraine, Palestine, Turkmenistan & other topics – Daily Press Briefing (8 July 2025)| United Nations

    Source: United Nations (video statements)

    Noon Briefing by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.

    Highlights:
    Ukraine
    Ukraine/Humanitarian
    Secretary-General/Travels
    Occupied Palestinian Territory
    Lebanon
    Yemen
    Security Council
    West Africa
    Bangladesh
    Hurricane Beryl
    Sustainable Development
    Financial Contribution

    UKRAINE
    The Secretary-General strongly condemns today’s missile attacks by the Russian Federation hitting residential and civilian infrastructure across Ukraine, including in the cities of Kyiv, Kryvyi Rih, Dnipro and Pokrovsk. The strike reportedly killed dozens of civilians, including children, and injured over 150 more.
    The incidents in which missiles hit the Okhmatdyt National Children’s Specialized Hospital in Kyiv, the largest pediatrics facility in Ukraine, and at another medical facility in the capital’s Dniprovsky district, are particularly shocking.
    Directing attacks against civilians and civilian objects is prohibited by international humanitarian law, and any such attacks are unacceptable and must end immediately.
    The Secretary-General extends his deepest condolences to the families of all the victims and wishes a speedy recovery to the injured.

    UKRAINE/HUMANITARIAN
    The Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs says that the children’s hospital in the centre of Kyiv was severely damaged as children were receiving treatment.
    OCHA says that rescue workers, hospital staff and volunteers are currently clearing the rubble and searching for people trapped under debris.
    Our health partners are helping to move patients to other facilities, providing psychosocial support and assisting with other urgent needs. They are also in contact with the hospital to coordinate any additional support required.
    Humanitarian workers are on-site at the hospital to provide water and psychosocial support, among other assistance.

    SECRETARY-GENERAL/TRAVELS
    The Secretary-General returned to NewYork, after his visit to Central Asia.
    In Turkmenistan, his last stop before returning to New York, he met with Serdar Berdimuhamedov, the President of Turkmenistan.
    They discussed cooperation between the United Nations and Turkmenistan, and regional developments in Central Asia. The Secretary-General thanked the President for providing the UN Country Team in Turkmenistan with a new building.
    In a press encounter following the meeting, the Secretary-General said that Turkmenistan is playing a very important role in international relations and commended Turkmenistan’s policy of neutrality.
    He noted that Central Asia continues to face many obstacles to development – like water shortages, land degradation, natural hazards, and a lack of adequate connectivity.

    Full Highlights: https://www.un.org/sg/en/content/noon-briefing-highlight?date%5Bvalue%5D%5Bdate%5D=08%20July%202024

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9mzYocjcMe0

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Ukraine, Palestine, Turkmenistan & other topics – Daily Press Briefing (8 July 2025)| United Nations

    Source: United Nations (video statements)

    Noon Briefing by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.

    Highlights:
    Ukraine
    Ukraine/Humanitarian
    Secretary-General/Travels
    Occupied Palestinian Territory
    Lebanon
    Yemen
    Security Council
    West Africa
    Bangladesh
    Hurricane Beryl
    Sustainable Development
    Financial Contribution

    UKRAINE
    The Secretary-General strongly condemns today’s missile attacks by the Russian Federation hitting residential and civilian infrastructure across Ukraine, including in the cities of Kyiv, Kryvyi Rih, Dnipro and Pokrovsk. The strike reportedly killed dozens of civilians, including children, and injured over 150 more.
    The incidents in which missiles hit the Okhmatdyt National Children’s Specialized Hospital in Kyiv, the largest pediatrics facility in Ukraine, and at another medical facility in the capital’s Dniprovsky district, are particularly shocking.
    Directing attacks against civilians and civilian objects is prohibited by international humanitarian law, and any such attacks are unacceptable and must end immediately.
    The Secretary-General extends his deepest condolences to the families of all the victims and wishes a speedy recovery to the injured.

    UKRAINE/HUMANITARIAN
    The Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs says that the children’s hospital in the centre of Kyiv was severely damaged as children were receiving treatment.
    OCHA says that rescue workers, hospital staff and volunteers are currently clearing the rubble and searching for people trapped under debris.
    Our health partners are helping to move patients to other facilities, providing psychosocial support and assisting with other urgent needs. They are also in contact with the hospital to coordinate any additional support required.
    Humanitarian workers are on-site at the hospital to provide water and psychosocial support, among other assistance.

    SECRETARY-GENERAL/TRAVELS
    The Secretary-General returned to NewYork, after his visit to Central Asia.
    In Turkmenistan, his last stop before returning to New York, he met with Serdar Berdimuhamedov, the President of Turkmenistan.
    They discussed cooperation between the United Nations and Turkmenistan, and regional developments in Central Asia. The Secretary-General thanked the President for providing the UN Country Team in Turkmenistan with a new building.
    In a press encounter following the meeting, the Secretary-General said that Turkmenistan is playing a very important role in international relations and commended Turkmenistan’s policy of neutrality.
    He noted that Central Asia continues to face many obstacles to development – like water shortages, land degradation, natural hazards, and a lack of adequate connectivity.

    Full Highlights: https://www.un.org/sg/en/content/noon-briefing-highlight?date%5Bvalue%5D%5Bdate%5D=08%20July%202024

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9mzYocjcMe0

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  • MIL-Evening Report: AI is driving down the price of knowledge – universities have to rethink what they offer

    Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Patrick Dodd, Professional Teaching Fellow, Business School, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau

    For a long time, universities worked off a simple idea: knowledge was scarce. You paid for tuition, showed up to lectures, completed assignments and eventually earned a credential.

    That process did two things: it gave you access to knowledge that was hard to find elsewhere, and it signalled to employers you had invested time and effort to master that knowledge.

    The model worked because the supply curve for high-quality information sat far to the left, meaning knowledge was scarce and the price – tuition and wage premiums – stayed high.

    Now the curve has shifted right, as the graph below illustrates. When supply moves right – that is, something becomes more accessible – the new intersection with demand sits lower on the price axis. This is why tuition premiums and graduate wage advantages are now under pressure.

    According to global consultancy McKinsey, generative AI could add between US$2.6 trillion and $4.4 trillion in annual global productivity. Why? Because AI drives the marginal cost of producing and organising information toward zero.

    Large language models no longer just retrieve facts; they explain, translate, summarise and draft almost instantly. When supply explodes like that, basic economics says price falls. The “knowledge premium” universities have long sold is deflating as a result.

    Employers have already made their move

    Markets react faster than curriculums. Since ChatGPT launched, entry-level job listings in the United Kingdom have fallen by about a third. In the United States, several states are removing degree requirements from public-sector roles.

    In Maryland, for instance, the share of state-government job ads requiring a degree slid from roughly 68% to 53% between 2022 and 2024.

    In economic terms, employers are repricing labour because AI is now a substitute for many routine, codifiable tasks that graduates once performed. If a chatbot can complete the work at near-zero marginal cost, the wage premium paid to a junior analyst shrinks.

    But the value of knowledge is not falling at the same speed everywhere. Economists such as David Autor and Daron Acemoglu point out that technology substitutes for some tasks while complementing others:

    • codifiable knowledge – structured, rule-based material such as tax codes or contract templates – faces rapid substitution by AI

    • tacit knowledge – contextual skills such as leading a team through conflict – acts as a complement, so its value can even rise.

    Data backs this up. Labour market analytics company Lightcast notes that one-third of the skills employers want have changed between 2021 and 2024. The American Enterprise Institute warns that mid-level knowledge workers, whose jobs depend on repeatable expertise, are most at risk of wage pressure.

    So yes, baseline knowledge still matters. You need it to prompt AI, judge its output and make good decisions. But the equilibrium wage premium – meaning the extra pay employers offer once supply and demand for that knowledge settle – is sliding down the demand curve fast.

    What’s scarce now?

    Herbert Simon, the Nobel Prize–winning economist and cognitive scientist, put it neatly decades ago: “A wealth of information creates a poverty of attention.” When facts become cheap and plentiful, our limited capacity to filter, judge and apply them turns into the real bottleneck.

    That is why scarce resources shift from information itself to what machines still struggle to copy: focused attention, sound judgement, strong ethics, creativity and collaboration.

    I group these human complements under what I call the C.R.E.A.T.E.R. framework:

    • critical thinking – asking smart questions and spotting weak arguments

    • resilience and adaptability – staying steady when everything changes

    • emotional intelligence – understanding people and leading with empathy

    • accountability and ethics – taking responsibility for difficult calls

    • teamwork and collaboration – working well with people who think differently

    • entrepreneurial creativity – seeing gaps and building new solutions

    • reflection and lifelong learning – staying curious and ready to grow.

    These capabilities are the genuine scarcity in today’s market. They are complements to AI, not substitutes, which is why their wage returns hold or climb.

    What universities can do right now

    1. Audit courses: if ChatGPT can already score highly on an exam, the marginal value of teaching that content is near zero. Pivot the assessment toward judgement and synthesis.

    2. Reinvest in the learning experience: push resources into coached projects, messy real-world simulations, and ethical decision labs where AI is a tool, not the performer.

    3. Credential what matters: create micro-credentials for skills such as collaboration, initiative and ethical reasoning. These signal AI complements, not substitutes, and employers notice.

    4. Work with industry but keep it collaborative: invite employers to co-design assessments, not dictate them. A good partnership works like a design studio rather than a boardroom order sheet. Academics bring teaching expertise and rigour, employers supply real-world use cases, and students help test and refine the ideas.

    Universities can no longer rely on scarcity setting the price for the curated and credentialed form of information that used to be hard to obtain.

    The comparative advantage now lies in cultivating human skills that act as complements to AI. If universities do not adapt, the market – students and employers alike – will move on without them.

    The opportunity is clear. Shift the product from content delivery to judgement formation. Teach students how to think with, not against, intelligent machines. Because the old model, the one that priced knowledge as a scarce good, is already slipping below its economic break-even point.

    Patrick Dodd does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

    – ref. AI is driving down the price of knowledge – universities have to rethink what they offer – https://theconversation.com/ai-is-driving-down-the-price-of-knowledge-universities-have-to-rethink-what-they-offer-260493

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  • MIL-OSI: XRP Boom 2025: Daily Cloud Mining Contracts Now Live with DRML Miner

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    New York, NY, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DRML Miner has officially launched a new wave of XRP cloud mining contracts — and it’s never been easier to join the action. Whether you’re new to crypto or a longtime XRP holder, this AI-powered platform gives you a simple, smart way to earn daily XRP rewards automatically.

    Traditionally seen as a token for cross-border payments and institutional use, XRP is now entering a new phase with DRML Miner’s latest innovation: user-friendly cloud mining. Participants can mine XRP directly or rely on DRML Miner’s intelligent AI engine to switch between high-yield cryptocurrencies such as BTC, ETH, DOGE, USDC, etc. to optimize returns. All earnings are paid daily in your preferred cryptocurrency, ensuring stable returns regardless of market fluctuations.

    Ripple’s (XRP) price action has always been difficult to predict. Although legal pressure eased somewhat by mid-2024, and Ripple Labs even launched an XRP-backed stablecoin, the market’s reaction was unexpectedly bearish. However, by 2025, XRP prices had recovered significantly. In early July, XRP’s 5-year ROI finally matched that of Bitcoin (BTC), reigniting the interest of long-term holders. In response to this new momentum, DRML Miner has launched a new 5-day XRP cloud mining contract, giving users a reliable way to earn XRP on a daily basis while they wait for future price breakouts. First-time users receive a $10 sign-up bonus, making it easy to start earning money without any upfront investment.

    Explore the new 2-day XRP mining contract now: https://drmlminers.com/

    2-Day Contracts, Instant Daily Rewards.

    Traditional mining is often costly and technically complex. But DRML Miner’s cloud mining system changes that — it offers 100% remote access, AI-optimized performance, and daily earnings. The newly released 2-day mining contracts are perfect for cautious investors and experienced holders. By using the $10 sign-up bonus, users can immediately activate the plan and receive daily $0.60 in XRP rewards — all without spending their own funds. This approach makes it easier than ever to stay active in the XRP ecosystem while the long-term outlook continues to develop.

    Key features of DRML Miner’s XRP cloud mining contracts:

    – No hardware required: Mine from anywhere with just a browser or app — no equipment or technical skills required

    – Daily payouts: Receive predictable daily rewards based on the contract you choose

    – Secure asset management: Enterprise-grade custody ensures your crypto is safe

    – Multiple contract terms: Tailored to your goals — short-term or long-term

    Mining Options for Every Type of XRP Investor

    Whether you are a first-time user or an experienced holder, DRML Miner has designed a wide range of XRP mining contracts for all experience levels:

    $10 contract – 1 day – earn $0.6 per day

    $100 contract – 2 days – earn $3.50 per day

    $500 contract – 5 days – earn $6.50 per day

    $5,000 contract – 30 days – earn $77.50 per day

    $50,000 contract – 50 days – earn $975 per day

    For those who believe in XRP’s five-year growth but want to make progress every day, these plans offer a smart, low-risk way to participate and passively grow your holdings.

    Explore more contracts, all of which support XRP mining.

    What makes DRML Miner’s XRP mining contracts different?

    – 100% remote mining

    Mining contracts are instantly activated, with no physical equipment or technical setup required. DRML Miner’s fully remote system ensures seamless access from anywhere in the world for a worry-free experience.

    – Principal Guarantee

    All invested funds are fully protected. Initial investment is fully returned at the end of each contract period, giving you peace of mind and financial security.

    – AI Optimization

    Proprietary AI-driven engine optimizes mining operations in real-time, maintaining stable returns even during periods of low market activity and high volatility.

    – Stable Daily Returns

    Contracts are structured to provide a reliable daily income, helping to minimize the risk of long-term market volatility and support the generation of stable passive returns.

    How to start making money with DRML Miner?

    1. Sign up for an account – get an instant $10 bonus and daily login rewards.
    2. Choose a contract – start with a 5-day plan or explore other tiers.
    3. Start mining – sit back and the system will mine XRP and pay you every 24 hours.

    As XRP matures, mining becomes smarter.

    Since its founding in September 2018, DRML Miner has been committed to helping users around the world earn passive cryptocurrency income through remote, secure, and AI-based cloud mining services. The platform supports multiple currencies such as XRP, BTC, SOL, DOGE, and is designed for novices and professionals who want to increase their assets without complex setup or large capital requirements.

    A spokesperson for DRML Miner, which has been around since 2018, said: “We believe that cryptocurrency participation should not come at the expense of the environment. By leveraging renewable energy and AI optimization, we are committed to providing our users with efficient and sustainable mining services.

    The next five years may be uncertain, but your next five days are not. Visit https://drmlminers.com to start mining XRP today

    Disclaimer: This press release is for reference only and does not constitute investment advice, financial guidance or trading recommendations. Activities such as staking involve market volatility, regulatory uncertainty and technical risks. Investors are strongly advised to conduct comprehensive due diligence and consult independent financial or legal experts before making any decision.

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  • MIL-OSI: XRP Boom 2025: Daily Cloud Mining Contracts Now Live with DRML Miner

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    New York, NY, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DRML Miner has officially launched a new wave of XRP cloud mining contracts — and it’s never been easier to join the action. Whether you’re new to crypto or a longtime XRP holder, this AI-powered platform gives you a simple, smart way to earn daily XRP rewards automatically.

    Traditionally seen as a token for cross-border payments and institutional use, XRP is now entering a new phase with DRML Miner’s latest innovation: user-friendly cloud mining. Participants can mine XRP directly or rely on DRML Miner’s intelligent AI engine to switch between high-yield cryptocurrencies such as BTC, ETH, DOGE, USDC, etc. to optimize returns. All earnings are paid daily in your preferred cryptocurrency, ensuring stable returns regardless of market fluctuations.

    Ripple’s (XRP) price action has always been difficult to predict. Although legal pressure eased somewhat by mid-2024, and Ripple Labs even launched an XRP-backed stablecoin, the market’s reaction was unexpectedly bearish. However, by 2025, XRP prices had recovered significantly. In early July, XRP’s 5-year ROI finally matched that of Bitcoin (BTC), reigniting the interest of long-term holders. In response to this new momentum, DRML Miner has launched a new 5-day XRP cloud mining contract, giving users a reliable way to earn XRP on a daily basis while they wait for future price breakouts. First-time users receive a $10 sign-up bonus, making it easy to start earning money without any upfront investment.

    Explore the new 2-day XRP mining contract now: https://drmlminers.com/

    2-Day Contracts, Instant Daily Rewards.

    Traditional mining is often costly and technically complex. But DRML Miner’s cloud mining system changes that — it offers 100% remote access, AI-optimized performance, and daily earnings. The newly released 2-day mining contracts are perfect for cautious investors and experienced holders. By using the $10 sign-up bonus, users can immediately activate the plan and receive daily $0.60 in XRP rewards — all without spending their own funds. This approach makes it easier than ever to stay active in the XRP ecosystem while the long-term outlook continues to develop.

    Key features of DRML Miner’s XRP cloud mining contracts:

    – No hardware required: Mine from anywhere with just a browser or app — no equipment or technical skills required

    – Daily payouts: Receive predictable daily rewards based on the contract you choose

    – Secure asset management: Enterprise-grade custody ensures your crypto is safe

    – Multiple contract terms: Tailored to your goals — short-term or long-term

    Mining Options for Every Type of XRP Investor

    Whether you are a first-time user or an experienced holder, DRML Miner has designed a wide range of XRP mining contracts for all experience levels:

    $10 contract – 1 day – earn $0.6 per day

    $100 contract – 2 days – earn $3.50 per day

    $500 contract – 5 days – earn $6.50 per day

    $5,000 contract – 30 days – earn $77.50 per day

    $50,000 contract – 50 days – earn $975 per day

    For those who believe in XRP’s five-year growth but want to make progress every day, these plans offer a smart, low-risk way to participate and passively grow your holdings.

    Explore more contracts, all of which support XRP mining.

    What makes DRML Miner’s XRP mining contracts different?

    – 100% remote mining

    Mining contracts are instantly activated, with no physical equipment or technical setup required. DRML Miner’s fully remote system ensures seamless access from anywhere in the world for a worry-free experience.

    – Principal Guarantee

    All invested funds are fully protected. Initial investment is fully returned at the end of each contract period, giving you peace of mind and financial security.

    – AI Optimization

    Proprietary AI-driven engine optimizes mining operations in real-time, maintaining stable returns even during periods of low market activity and high volatility.

    – Stable Daily Returns

    Contracts are structured to provide a reliable daily income, helping to minimize the risk of long-term market volatility and support the generation of stable passive returns.

    How to start making money with DRML Miner?

    1. Sign up for an account – get an instant $10 bonus and daily login rewards.
    2. Choose a contract – start with a 5-day plan or explore other tiers.
    3. Start mining – sit back and the system will mine XRP and pay you every 24 hours.

    As XRP matures, mining becomes smarter.

    Since its founding in September 2018, DRML Miner has been committed to helping users around the world earn passive cryptocurrency income through remote, secure, and AI-based cloud mining services. The platform supports multiple currencies such as XRP, BTC, SOL, DOGE, and is designed for novices and professionals who want to increase their assets without complex setup or large capital requirements.

    A spokesperson for DRML Miner, which has been around since 2018, said: “We believe that cryptocurrency participation should not come at the expense of the environment. By leveraging renewable energy and AI optimization, we are committed to providing our users with efficient and sustainable mining services.

    The next five years may be uncertain, but your next five days are not. Visit https://drmlminers.com to start mining XRP today

    Disclaimer: This press release is for reference only and does not constitute investment advice, financial guidance or trading recommendations. Activities such as staking involve market volatility, regulatory uncertainty and technical risks. Investors are strongly advised to conduct comprehensive due diligence and consult independent financial or legal experts before making any decision.

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  • MIL-OSI: Ingenio Care Closes Pre-Seed Funding to Launch AI-Enabled, Patient-Centric Digital Health Network — Pilots Now Open for IPAs, Employers, and Health Plans

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    OAK BROOK, Ill., July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ingenio Care, an AI-enabled, patient-centric digital health network, today announced the successful close of its pre-seed funding round. The company is preparing to launch pilot programs with Independent Physician Associations (IPAs), self-insured employers, and health plans, introducing a platform designed to resolve the systemic challenges of access, fragmentation, and administrative inefficiency in U.S. healthcare.

    A Smarter Network for a System in Crisis

    The healthcare ecosystem is strained like never before: patients face weeks-long wait times, providers are bogged down by administrative burdens, and payers are scaling back services amid rising costs. Even once-promising centralized care models like Oak Street Health and VillageMD are facing major challenges, exposing the limits of top-down disruption.

    Ingenio Care offers a fundamentally different model: a scalable digital health network that enhances existing infrastructure with real-time data, automation, and seamless coordination — placing the patient at the center.

    “We are no longer just talking about inefficiency — we’re talking about dysfunction,” said Alex Kumar, Founder and CEO of Ingenio Care. “Ingenio Care was built to be the connective layer the system desperately needs — linking patients, providers, and payers into a smarter, faster, and more responsive network.”

    The Ingenio Care App: Patient-Centric and System-Aware

    At the core of Ingenio Care is a first-of-its-kind patient app that gives individuals the ability to manage their care and costs through a single digital experience:

    • Instant access to available, in-network providers across primary, specialty, and behavioral care
    • Seamless care navigation including referrals, follow-ups, and care plan coordination
    • Cost transparency to help patients make informed decisions
    • Continuity of care even across insurance or employer changes — a first in U.S. healthcare
    • Upcoming integration with credit cards for identity verification, reducing fraud and intake errors

    “Patients shouldn’t have to start over every time they change plans or employers,” said Kumar. “We’ve built the first system that follows the patient — not the paperwork.”

    The Ingenio Care platform reduces the frequency of future ER visits and hospital admissions, increasing patient outcomes and satisfaction while simultaneously reducing expenditure from providers and systems.

    Reducing Wait Times by Unlocking Capacity

    By intelligently matching patients with underutilized providers and increasing provider efficiency, Ingenio Care believes it can cut wait times by 30% to 50%. The platform identifies availability in real time and guides patients toward timely, appropriate care — improving both experience and outcomes.

    “There’s untapped capacity in the system today,” said Kumar. “Our platform unlocks it by reducing friction, connecting the dots, and giving providers better tools to manage their day-to-day work.”

    Network Effects: Growing Value for All Participants

    As the Ingenio Care network expands, all stakeholders benefit — including providers. Physicians and care organizations gain access to a natural flow of in-network patients actively navigating through the platform. This reduces the need for expensive marketing and patient acquisition campaigns, while simultaneously lowering administrative overhead through automation and integration.

    “Ingenio Care brings patients to us more efficiently — and helps us serve them better,” said Dr. Yogi Ahluwalia, Chair of Psychiatry at Mount Sinai Hospital Medical Center of Chicago. “It’s the kind of infrastructure that scales with us, not against us.”

    “We’re excited to be part of something that enhances care without disrupting how we practice,” added Dr. Pradeep Thapar, owner of Premier Psychiatry. “This is what the next generation of clinical operations should look like.”

    Pilots Now Open

    Ingenio Care is enrolling pilot sites across provider networks, employers, and health plans. Initial pilots will measure improvements in appointment access, care navigation, administrative burden, and cost-effectiveness.

    To learn more or join a pilot program, visit www.ingeniocare.com or contact Ingenio Care:

    Contact:
    Rohin Gopalka
    rohin.gopalka@ingeniocare.com

    About Ingenio Care
    Ingenio Care is an AI-enabled, patient-centric digital health network that empowers patients, providers, and payers through intelligent access, real-time coordination, and simplified infrastructure. With a first-of-its-kind app and a platform designed for real-world scalability, Ingenio Care delivers the tools to restore healthcare’s promise — better care, smarter systems, and shared value.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Xinhua to expand cooperation with Singapore’s SPH Media

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

    An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

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

    BEIJING, July 8 (Xinhua) — Xinhua News Agency Director-General Fu Hua met with a delegation from Singapore Press Holdings (SPH Media) led by its CEO Chan Eng Keat in Beijing on Tuesday.

    Fu Hua said Xinhua hopes to work with SPH Media to implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries, jointly tell the stories of the two countries’ development and the friendship between their peoples, strengthen communication through multilateral mechanisms and exchange experiences in new media, deepen cooperation and bring people’s hearts closer.

    Chan Yeung Keat, for his part, pointed out that SPH Media is willing, under the leadership of the leaders of the two countries, to strengthen cooperation with Xinhua in the fields of news journalism, artificial intelligence and other areas in order to accurately and objectively cover the developments and changes in the modern world, and tell the stories of China, Singapore, Asia and the world. –0–

    Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Xinhua to expand cooperation with Singapore’s SPH Media

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

    An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

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

    BEIJING, July 8 (Xinhua) — Xinhua News Agency Director-General Fu Hua met with a delegation of Singapore Press Holdings (SPH Media) led by its CEO Chan Eng Keat in Beijing on Tuesday.

    Fu Hua said Xinhua hopes to work with SPH Media to implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries, jointly tell the stories of the two countries’ development and the friendship between their peoples, strengthen communication through multilateral mechanisms and exchange experiences in new media, deepen cooperation and bring people’s hearts closer.

    Chan Yeung Keat, for his part, pointed out that SPH Media is willing, under the leadership of the leaders of the two countries, to strengthen cooperation with Xinhua in the fields of news journalism, artificial intelligence and other areas in order to accurately and objectively cover the developments and changes in the modern world, and tell the stories of China, Singapore, Asia and the world. –0–

    Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Practical cooperation between China and Russia is constantly deepening – Chinese Ambassador to Russia Zhang Hanhui

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

    An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

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

    Moscow, July 8 (Xinhua) — Chinese-Russian practical cooperation is constantly deepening, Chinese Ambassador to Russia Zhang Hanhui said in a written interview with the Rossiya Segodnya news agency on Tuesday on the sidelines of the 9th China-Russia EXPO, which is being held from July 7 to 10 in the Russian city of Yekaterinburg.

    “Chinese-Russian practical cooperation in trade, energy, minerals, agriculture, etc. is constantly deepening. In recent years, new growth points in trade and economic cooperation have become the automotive industry, industrial parks and economic zones, digital economy and artificial intelligence,” the ambassador noted.

    Zhang Hanhui emphasized that under the strategic leadership of the heads of state, Chinese-Russian trade and economic cooperation maintains favorable development dynamics. He recalled that by the end of 2024, bilateral trade, having overcome the influence of numerous unfavorable factors, generally maintained the trend of stable growth with an increase in quality and again reached record levels. According to him, this fully demonstrated the sustainability and viability of Chinese-Russian trade and economic cooperation.

    “Since the beginning of this year, China-Russia trade has been facing more complex external factors and pressures. But thanks to the joint efforts of both sides, bilateral trade has generally remained stable and its quality has continued to improve,” the Chinese diplomat added, pointing out that the two sides will continue to strengthen coordination and interaction, and unleash the potential of cooperation to ensure stable growth of bilateral trade.

    The PRC Ambassador to the Russian Federation noted that contacts between enterprises of the two countries are becoming increasingly close. “In recent years, Chinese companies, using emerging opportunities and positively assessing the prospects for the development of the Russian market, are actively satisfying Russia’s growing domestic demand, creating new jobs and contributing to the country’s socio-economic development,” he noted.

    According to Zhang Hanhui, the updated bilateral agreement on the promotion and protection of capital investments signed in May was good news for the governments and business circles of China and Russia. The diplomat is confident that with the improvement of the business climate, more and more Chinese enterprises will enter the Russian market.

    As the ambassador explained, the Made in Russia festival, which has already been held in China five times, attracts increased attention from Chinese consumers. Such well-known Russian products as chocolate, ice cream, honey and vodka are very popular with them. “In the future, we welcome the entry of new high-quality products with the Made in Russia brand into the Chinese market,” Zhang Hanhui added.

    Speaking about cooperation between China and Russia in the gas sector, he stressed that this cooperation is developing successfully. The Chinese diplomat cited data according to which from January to May 2025, pipeline gas imports from Russia to China amounted to 16.14 billion cubic meters, which is 29.4 percent more than in the same period last year. “The eastern route of the Power of Siberia gas pipeline project is functioning stably and will reach its design capacity by the end of this year,” he said, noting that the relevant departments of the two countries are currently negotiating the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline project.

    The Chinese diplomat also spoke about the strategic importance of developing the Northern Sea Route (NSR). He pointed out that in recent years, China and Russia have been actively developing cooperation in developing this route. Last year, a bilateral subcommittee on cooperation on the NSR was created, and the first meeting was already held, at which target indicators for cargo turnover were agreed. “The parties will implement the agreements reached in order to further advance cooperation in developing the NSR,” Zhang Hanhui assured.

    The Ambassador believes that China and Russia should continue to work on developing logistics and transport corridors, unifying certification standards and simplifying trade procedures in the interests of creating a stable and favorable business environment. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI USA: SPC Jul 8, 2025 1730 UTC Day 2 Convective Outlook

    Source: US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

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    Jul 8, 2025 1730 UTC Day 2 Convective Outlook

    Updated: Tue Jul 8 17:17:11 UTC 2025 (Print Version |   |  )

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    SPC AC 081717

    Day 2 Convective Outlook
    NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK
    1217 PM CDT Tue Jul 08 2025

    Valid 091200Z – 101200Z

    …THERE IS A SLIGHT RISK OF SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS IN PARTS OF THE
    EAST AND THE NORTHERN PLAINS…

    …SUMMARY…
    Scattered damaging winds are possible on Wednesday afternoon to
    early evening from the Carolina Piedmont towards the Delaware
    Valley. Isolated significant severe hail and sporadic severe gusts
    are also possible across parts of the Dakotas from late afternoon to
    mid-evening.

    …Southeast to Mid-Atlantic States…
    A lower-amplitude mid-level trough should drift east across the
    central to Lower Great Lakes and OH Valley, north of a mid-level
    anticyclone over the northeast Gulf. A belt of moderate mid-level
    southwesterlies will be centered on the Mid-Atlantic, diminishing
    with southward extent in the Southeast. Scattered to widespread
    thunderstorms are expected to develop during the afternoon over the
    southern Appalachians and Blue Ridge Mountains, spreading across the
    adjacent Piedmont. Rather rich boundary-layer moisture downstream
    will compensate for weak mid-level lapse rates to support an
    extensive plume of MLCAPE from 2000-3000 J/kg. A few semi-organized
    clusters may develop from VA towards DE Bay owing to the more
    favorable shear. However, water-loaded downbursts producing damaging
    winds appear to be the overarching scenario, which is signaled by
    the 12Z HREF max wind speed field.

    …Northern Great Plains…
    Just downstream of a low-amplitude mid-level ridge emanating north
    from an anticyclone over the Southwest, guidance suggests that
    isolated to scattered late-afternoon thunderstorms should form along
    a weak surface trough. Low-level moisture ahead of this trough will
    gradually build beneath a stout EML. A corridor of large to extreme
    buoyancy is probable from a portion of western/central ND into NE by
    peak heating. Despite modest mid-level west-northwesterlies owing to
    the ridge proximity, stronger upper-level westerlies will support
    adequate deep-layer shear for a few supercells. Significant severe
    hail will be possible in any sustained supercells. Outflow-dominated
    downdrafts should foster clustering east-southeastward with a risk
    for sporadic severe gusts before waning Wednesday night.

    …Interior Northwest…
    Downstream of a shortwave trough moving east across northern CA into
    the northwest Great Basin, an elongated belt of moderate mid-level
    southwesterlies will exist into MT. Within this favorable flow
    regime, scattered afternoon to early evening thunderstorms will aid
    in strong to isolated severe gusts from eastern OR to
    southern/central/eastern MT.

    …Lower MI…
    Isolated, marginally severe hail and locally damaging winds are
    possible as scattered thunderstorms develop during the afternoon,
    supported by a modest combination of deep-layer shear/buoyancy.

    ..Grams.. 07/08/2025

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  • MIL-OSI USA: SPC Severe Thunderstorm Watch 496

    Source: US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

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    SEL6

    URGENT – IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
    Severe Thunderstorm Watch Number 496
    NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK
    140 PM EDT Tue Jul 8 2025

    The NWS Storm Prediction Center has issued a

    * Severe Thunderstorm Watch for portions of
    Western Connecticut
    District Of Columbia
    Delaware
    Maryland
    New Jersey
    Far southeast New York
    Eastern Pennsylvania
    Central and eastern Virginia
    Coastal Waters

    * Effective this Tuesday afternoon and evening from 140 PM until
    900 PM EDT.

    * Primary threats include…
    Scattered damaging wind gusts to 70 mph likely

    SUMMARY…Scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop and spread
    eastward through the afternoon and evening. The storm environment
    will favor a mix of small clusters and line segments capable of
    producing damaging winds of 60-70 mph.

    The severe thunderstorm watch area is approximately along and 75
    statute miles east and west of a line from 55 miles east southeast
    of Lynchburg VA to 30 miles north of Newark NJ. For a complete
    depiction of the watch see the associated watch outline update
    (WOUS64 KWNS WOU6).

    PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

    REMEMBER…A Severe Thunderstorm Watch means conditions are
    favorable for severe thunderstorms in and close to the watch area.
    Persons in these areas should be on the lookout for threatening
    weather conditions and listen for later statements and possible
    warnings. Severe thunderstorms can and occasionally do produce
    tornadoes.

    &&

    AVIATION…A few severe thunderstorms with hail surface and aloft to
    0.5 inches. Extreme turbulence and surface wind gusts to 60 knots. A
    few cumulonimbi with maximum tops to 500. Mean storm motion vector
    26020.

    …Thompson

    Note: The Aviation Watch (SAW) product is an approximation to the watch area. The actual watch is depicted by the shaded areas.
    SAW6
    WW 496 SEVERE TSTM CT DC DE MD NJ NY PA VA CW 081740Z – 090100Z
    AXIS..75 STATUTE MILES EAST AND WEST OF LINE..
    55ESE LYH/LYNCHBURG VA/ – 30N EWR/NEWARK NJ/
    ..AVIATION COORDS.. 65NM E/W /48ESE LYH – 17ENE SAX/
    HAIL SURFACE AND ALOFT..0.5 INCH. WIND GUSTS..60 KNOTS.
    MAX TOPS TO 500. MEAN STORM MOTION VECTOR 26020.

    LAT…LON 37007964 41137561 41137273 37007692

    THIS IS AN APPROXIMATION TO THE WATCH AREA. FOR A
    COMPLETE DEPICTION OF THE WATCH SEE WOUS64 KWNS
    FOR WOU6.

    Watch 496 Status Report Message has not been issued yet.

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    Probability of 2 or more tornadoes

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