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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Graduation at the Polytechnic: Deputy of the Legislative Assembly noted the quality of personnel training

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University –

    An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    One of the honorary guests of the graduation ceremonies for masters and specialists of the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics and Trade was the deputy of the Legislative Assembly of St. Petersburg, Chairman of the Committee on Legislation, Chairman of the Council of Municipalities of St. Petersburg Vsevolod Belikov.

    Addressing the graduates, the parliamentarian emphasized that he was pleased with the interaction between the Polytechnic University and government bodies.

    “I sincerely congratulate you on this important and happy day — the end of a large stage in your life and the beginning of your professional path,” said Vsevolod Belikov. “I am glad that the connections between the Polytechnic University and the public authorities of St. Petersburg not only exist, but are developing systematically and effectively. The projects that we implement together, including the activities of the Public Administration Laboratory, are becoming an example of how deep academic knowledge and public administration practice can and should interact. We value your contribution — a fresh look, creative ideas, even in such difficult areas as legislative activity. This really helps make our work more effective. I congratulate the graduates, teachers, parents — and I am proud to say: the doors of not only the university, but also the entire public authority system are wide open for you!”

    During the ceremony, Vsevolod Fedorovich presented letters of gratitude to graduates who took an active part in the activities of the student associations “Public Administration Laboratory” and “Model UN Polytech”, as well as those who demonstrated themselves during professional practice in the field of public administration at various levels of government. The awards were given to masters of the direction “State and Municipal Administration” Ahad Almurzaev, Eldar Asadullaev, Varvara Bucherova, Yulia Katrashova, Kamila Nazmetdinova, Ilya Smerdov and Nikita Sukhomlinov.

    The guest of honor paid special attention to the quality of personnel training at the Polytechnic University. He presented letters of gratitude from the Chairman of the Legislative Assembly of St. Petersburg Alexander Belsky for a significant contribution to the training of qualified specialists for government bodies to the Director of IPMEiT Vladimir Shchepinin, Acting Director of the Higher School of Public Administration Olga Nadezhina, as well as teachers of the Higher School of Public Administration: Associate Professors Marina Ivanova, Maxim Ivanov, Tamara Selentyeva, Professors Victoria Degtereva and Alexander Sokolitsyn.

    “Polytech is a special place, it forms not only the elite of engineering and economic thought, but also future leaders in the public administration system. There are already those in the hall who work next to me, I am grateful to those who raised these wonderful people. We are one team! Polytech is cool!” – Vsevolod Belikov concluded his speech.

    Director of IPMEiT Vladimir Shchepinin emphasized the importance of the institute’s relations with the public authority system: “Today’s ceremony is not only a celebration of our graduates, but also a confirmation of the institute’s strong connection with government bodies as key social partners and employers. We are proud that our students are in demand in public administration structures, and joint projects with the Legislative Assembly and other government bodies give them the opportunity to apply their knowledge in practice while still studying. Special words of gratitude go to Vsevolod Fedorovich Belikov for his attention to young specialists and support of our interaction with the civil service system.”

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: China Launches Wind Energy Technology Courses for Representatives from Belt and Road Initiative Countries

    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 18 (Xinhua) — A wind energy technology course opened Thursday morning in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China’s Gansu Province, for representatives from countries participating in the Belt and Road Initiative.

    According to the Gansu Daily newspaper, 28 cadets from 9 countries, including Azerbaijan, Malaysia, Egypt, Costa Rica, Kenya and Nigeria, took part in the opening ceremony of the courses.

    The training courses will last 21 days. The program of the courses includes professional lectures, technological exchanges, seminars, study tours, etc.

    Representatives from different countries will systematically study applied wind energy technologies and management experience in this area.

    Gansu Province has advantages in resources, production and technology in solar and wind energy development.

    It should be recalled that the Gansu Institute of Natural Energy Resources has been involved in organizing training courses to provide assistance to foreign countries since 1991. To date, a total of 109 international training courses on renewable energy such as solar and wind energy have been held. The training projects have trained more than 2,800 government officials and senior technical personnel for more than 130 countries. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: China’s Ministry of Commerce has called on the US to continue lifting some unreasonable trade restrictions after approving Nvidia chip sales

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

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

    BEIJING, July 18 (Xinhua) — China believes the United States should abandon zero-sum thinking and continue to lift a series of unreasonable trade and economic restrictions against China, a Ministry of Commerce spokesperson said Friday.

    China has noted that the United States recently announced on its own initiative that it would approve sales of Nvidia H20 chips to China, an official from the above-mentioned ministry said in response to a request to comment on the US move. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Former Deputy Chairperson of the 13th CPPCC National Committee’s Education, Science, Health and Sports Commission Liu Hui Under Investigation

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

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

    BEIJING, July 18 (Xinhua) — Liu Hui, vice head of the Education, Science, Health and Sports Commission of the 13th National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), has been placed under investigation for serious violations of party discipline and the law, an official statement said on Friday.

    Liu Hui is being investigated by the CPC Central Commission for Discipline Inspection and the National Supervisory Commission. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Former Deputy Chairperson of the 13th CPPCC National Committee’s Education, Science, Health and Sports Commission Liu Hui Under Investigation

    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 18 (Xinhua) — Liu Hui, vice head of the Education, Science, Health and Sports Commission of the 13th National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), has been placed under investigation for serious violations of party discipline and the law, an official statement said on Friday.

    Liu Hui is being investigated by the CPC Central Commission for Discipline Inspection and the National Supervisory Commission. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: ​The 8th China (Ordos) International Cashmere and Wool Exhibition Opened

    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

    On July 18, the 8th China (Ordos) International Cashmere and Wool Expo opened in Dongsheng District, Ordos City, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. It not only created an effective platform for exchange and cooperation in the global cashmere and wool industry, but also injected strong impetus into the high-quality development of cashmere and wool industry in Ordos.

    During the exhibition, 11 diverse activities will also be held, including a presentation on attracting investment to the cashmere industry in Ordos, which will promote the comprehensive and multi-level development of exchange and cooperation in this industry.

    It is reported that the exhibition was carefully organized into 6 large exhibition areas, which attracted more than 30 international companies from 10 countries including the UK, France, Italy, Japan, the Republic of Korea and Mongolia, as well as nearly 200 exhibitors and more than 220 buyers.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Draft Tsuen Wan Outline Zoning Plan approved

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    Draft Tsuen Wan Outline Zoning Plan approved 
         “The approved OZP provides a statutory land use planning framework to guide the development and redevelopment within the Tsuen Wan area”, a spokesman for the Town Planning Board said today (July 18). 
     
    The planning scheme area, covering about 743.48 hectares, includes Tsuen Wan Valley and its adjoining areas and forms part of the Tsuen Wan New Town. The area extends from Wo Yi Hop Road in the east to Yau Kom Tau in the west.
     
    The approved OZP has incorporated amendments shown on the draft Tsuen Wan OZP No. S/TW/38, which mainly involve (i) rezoning a site at the junction of Wing Shun Street and Texaco Road from “Government, Institution or Community (9)” to “Residential (Group A) 22” for private residential development; and (ii) rezoning a site at the junction of Ma Tau Pa Road and Texaco Road from “Comprehensive Development Area (1)” to “Commercial (7)” to facilitate redevelopment of the existing industrial buildings for commercial uses.
     
    The Notes and Explanatory Statement of the OZP have been amended to reflect the above amendments. Opportunity is also taken to update the general information of various land use zonings and the planning circumstances, where appropriate.
     
    The approved Tsuen Wan OZP No. S/TW/39 is available for public inspection during office hours at (i) the Secretariat of the Town Planning Board, (ii) the Planning Enquiry Counters, (iii) the Tsuen Wan and West Kowloon District Planning Office, (iv) the Tsuen Wan District Office and (v) the Tsuen Wan Rural Committee.
     
    Copies of the approved OZP are available for sale at the Map Publications Centre in North Point. The electronic version of the OZP can be viewed at the Town Planning Board’s website (www.tpb.gov.hkIssued at HKT 16:00

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Food and Drugs (Composition and Labelling) (Amendment) Regulation 2025 gazetted

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    Food and Drugs (Composition and Labelling) (Amendment) Regulation 2025 gazetted
    Through legislative amendments, mini-cup konjac-containing jelly confectionery with a height or width not exceeding 45 millimetres will be prohibited for sale in the market. In addition, other konjac jelly products must be labelled with choking warning statements on their packaging to remind consumers to exercise caution while eating. 

    A Government spokesman said, “While konjac itself is a safe food additive, the smooth and slippery surface and firm texture of konjac jellies may pose a choking risk if not consumed properly. This risk is particularly high for children and the elderly. The Government has been promoting health education messages on the prevention of food choking through various channels, such as advising consumers to avoid slurping mini-cup konjac-containing jelly confectionery directly.”
    “Caution: Do not swallow whole. Elderly and children must consume under supervision.
    注意:勿一口吞食,長者及兒童須在監護下食用。”
    The Centre for Food Safety (CFS) will continue to enhance health education on choking prevention, including issuing letters to schools, organising seminars, and sharing information on social media. In addition, the CFS will arrange technical meetings with the trade and issue user guidelines in due course to facilitate the trade’s understanding of and compliance with the new requirements.
    Issued at HKT 16:00

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Alice Mak meets Sichuan officials

    Source: Hong Kong Information Services

    On the final day of a visit encompassing Beijing and Sichuan, Secretary for Home & Youth Affairs Alice Mak today called on Sichuan officials and visited the Shabanqiao community in Chengdu.

    In the morning, Miss Mak called on Director of the Hong Kong & Macao Affairs Office of the Sichuan Provincial People’s Government Zhang Tao.

    Miss Mak briefed Ms Zhang on youth development, women’s development and district governance in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. She also learned about Sichuan’s work in related areas.

    She also expressed her hope for greater co-operation and exchange between the two places.

    Miss Mak also visited the Shabanqiao community in Chengdu to gained insights into community governance there.

    She returned to Hong Kong this afternoon.

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  • MIL-OSI: Ripple’s XRP Mining News: PFMCrypto Launches First-Ever Cloud Mining for XRP with AI-Optimized Daily Rewards

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    New York, NY, July 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As Ripple’s XRP ecosystem gains global momentum, PFMCrypto is proud to introduce a major leap in accessible crypto mining: the launch of XRP-focused cloud mining contracts. Now available on both web and mobile platforms, these flexible short-term contracts allow users to mine XRP remotely and receive daily XRP rewards—no mining hardware, no complex setup, and no prior experience required. For the first time, retail participants can engage with the XRP economy through a streamlined, fully integrated platform.
    Explore the PFMCrypto website or download the app today.

    XRP Cloud Mining Is Here—Simple, Smart, and Rewarding
    Traditionally known for its role in cross-border payments and institutional finance, XRP now enters a new chapter with PFMCrypto’s latest innovation: easy-to-use cloud mining. Users can mine XRP directly or leverage PFMCrypto’s intelligent AI engine to automatically switch between the most profitable assets—including BTC, ETH, DOGE, USDC, and more—for optimized returns. All earnings are paid out daily in your chosen cryptocurrency, providing reliable income regardless of market fluctuations.
    Designed for both everyday users and professional investors, this platform empowers users to generate consistent crypto earnings from anywhere, at any time.

    Key Features of PFMCrypto’s XRP Cloud Mining Contracts
    –  Full XRP Integration: Deposit, purchase, mine, and withdraw XRP directly within the platform.
    –  Multi-Coin Mining Support: Mine and receive earnings in BTC, ETH, DOGE, USDC, USDT, SOL, LTC, and BCH.
    –  AI Revenue Optimization: Proprietary algorithms automatically allocate mining power to the top-performing assets to maximize returns.
    –  100% Remote Access: No mining equipment needed—fully accessible via the PFMCrypto mobile app or browser.
    –  Capital Protection: All contracts include full principal return upon maturity, reducing risk while growing crypto assets.

    Mining Contracts for Every Budget and Strategy:
    PFMCrypto offers a broad range of mining contracts that support XRP-based deposits and withdrawals. Each contract is crafted for flexibility, predictable income, and effective risk management:
    $10 Contract – 1 Day – Earn $0.66 (Free with signup bonus)
    $100 Contract – 2 Days – Earn $3.00 daily + $2 reward
    $500 Contract – 5 Days – Earn $6.15 daily
    $5,000 Contract – 30 Days – Earn $78.50 daily
    $20,000 Contract – 45 Days – Earn $380.00 daily
    Whether you’re testing the waters or building a long-term portfolio, PFMCrypto provides low-risk, high-transparency contracts that deliver stable daily income in XRP.
    Click here to explore more XRP cloud contracts.

    Why PFMCrypto’s XRP Mining Stands Out?
    –  Accessible to Everyone: No mining rigs, no setup, no complexity—just tap and earn.
    –  XRP-Native Integration: Deposit, mine, and withdraw XRP in one seamless ecosystem.
    –  Stable Returns, Smart Allocation: An AI-powered engine dynamically adjusts mining strategies to maximize rewards and ensure daily income across all supported coins.
    –  Multi-Asset Flexibility: Mine XRP directly or diversify earnings into other top digital assets—all with one contract.
    –  Instant Setup, Global Access: Mine from anywhere using your phone or browser—securely and remotely.

    Get Started Today in 3 Easy Steps:
    1.  Sign Up – Create your account and receive a $10 welcome bonus
    2.  Choose a Plan – Select a short- or long-term contract (1–60 days available)
    3.  Start Earning – Track daily profits and withdraw in the token of your choice

    Start mining XRP now at: https://pfmcrypto.net 
    Or download the PFMCrypto mobile app (available for iOS & Android).

    XRP Mining for a Digital Future
    Since 2018, PFMCrypto has helped millions of users around the world generate passive crypto income through secure, smart, cloud-based mining. With the introduction of XRP mining, the platform offers the ideal combination of institutional-grade infrastructure and retail accessibility. Now, users can choose to earn directly in XRP or diversify into major digital assets—all within a secure, fully remote environment.
    “XRP has always been fast, efficient, and scalable,” said a PFMCrypto spokesperson. “Now, it’s also mineable—securely, remotely, and profitably. We’ve eliminated the barriers so anyone can participate in XRP’s future growth.”
    Markets may shift—but daily mining income can remain steady.

    Join the XRP mining revolution today at: https://pfmcrypto.net

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  • MIL-OSI: Ripple’s XRP Mining News: PFMCrypto Launches First-Ever Cloud Mining for XRP with AI-Optimized Daily Rewards

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    New York, NY, July 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As Ripple’s XRP ecosystem gains global momentum, PFMCrypto is proud to introduce a major leap in accessible crypto mining: the launch of XRP-focused cloud mining contracts. Now available on both web and mobile platforms, these flexible short-term contracts allow users to mine XRP remotely and receive daily XRP rewards—no mining hardware, no complex setup, and no prior experience required. For the first time, retail participants can engage with the XRP economy through a streamlined, fully integrated platform.
    Explore the PFMCrypto website or download the app today.

    XRP Cloud Mining Is Here—Simple, Smart, and Rewarding
    Traditionally known for its role in cross-border payments and institutional finance, XRP now enters a new chapter with PFMCrypto’s latest innovation: easy-to-use cloud mining. Users can mine XRP directly or leverage PFMCrypto’s intelligent AI engine to automatically switch between the most profitable assets—including BTC, ETH, DOGE, USDC, and more—for optimized returns. All earnings are paid out daily in your chosen cryptocurrency, providing reliable income regardless of market fluctuations.
    Designed for both everyday users and professional investors, this platform empowers users to generate consistent crypto earnings from anywhere, at any time.

    Key Features of PFMCrypto’s XRP Cloud Mining Contracts
    –  Full XRP Integration: Deposit, purchase, mine, and withdraw XRP directly within the platform.
    –  Multi-Coin Mining Support: Mine and receive earnings in BTC, ETH, DOGE, USDC, USDT, SOL, LTC, and BCH.
    –  AI Revenue Optimization: Proprietary algorithms automatically allocate mining power to the top-performing assets to maximize returns.
    –  100% Remote Access: No mining equipment needed—fully accessible via the PFMCrypto mobile app or browser.
    –  Capital Protection: All contracts include full principal return upon maturity, reducing risk while growing crypto assets.

    Mining Contracts for Every Budget and Strategy:
    PFMCrypto offers a broad range of mining contracts that support XRP-based deposits and withdrawals. Each contract is crafted for flexibility, predictable income, and effective risk management:
    $10 Contract – 1 Day – Earn $0.66 (Free with signup bonus)
    $100 Contract – 2 Days – Earn $3.00 daily + $2 reward
    $500 Contract – 5 Days – Earn $6.15 daily
    $5,000 Contract – 30 Days – Earn $78.50 daily
    $20,000 Contract – 45 Days – Earn $380.00 daily
    Whether you’re testing the waters or building a long-term portfolio, PFMCrypto provides low-risk, high-transparency contracts that deliver stable daily income in XRP.
    Click here to explore more XRP cloud contracts.

    Why PFMCrypto’s XRP Mining Stands Out?
    –  Accessible to Everyone: No mining rigs, no setup, no complexity—just tap and earn.
    –  XRP-Native Integration: Deposit, mine, and withdraw XRP in one seamless ecosystem.
    –  Stable Returns, Smart Allocation: An AI-powered engine dynamically adjusts mining strategies to maximize rewards and ensure daily income across all supported coins.
    –  Multi-Asset Flexibility: Mine XRP directly or diversify earnings into other top digital assets—all with one contract.
    –  Instant Setup, Global Access: Mine from anywhere using your phone or browser—securely and remotely.

    Get Started Today in 3 Easy Steps:
    1.  Sign Up – Create your account and receive a $10 welcome bonus
    2.  Choose a Plan – Select a short- or long-term contract (1–60 days available)
    3.  Start Earning – Track daily profits and withdraw in the token of your choice

    Start mining XRP now at: https://pfmcrypto.net 
    Or download the PFMCrypto mobile app (available for iOS & Android).

    XRP Mining for a Digital Future
    Since 2018, PFMCrypto has helped millions of users around the world generate passive crypto income through secure, smart, cloud-based mining. With the introduction of XRP mining, the platform offers the ideal combination of institutional-grade infrastructure and retail accessibility. Now, users can choose to earn directly in XRP or diversify into major digital assets—all within a secure, fully remote environment.
    “XRP has always been fast, efficient, and scalable,” said a PFMCrypto spokesperson. “Now, it’s also mineable—securely, remotely, and profitably. We’ve eliminated the barriers so anyone can participate in XRP’s future growth.”
    Markets may shift—but daily mining income can remain steady.

    Join the XRP mining revolution today at: https://pfmcrypto.net

    The MIL Network

  • MIL-OSI: Form 8.5 (EPT/RI)-NCC Group plc

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    FORM 8.5 (EPT/RI)

    PUBLIC DEALING DISCLOSURE BY AN EXEMPT PRINCIPAL TRADER WITH RECOGNISED INTERMEDIARY STATUS DEALING IN A CLIENT-SERVING CAPACITY
    Rule 8.5 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)

    1.        KEY INFORMATION

    (a)        Name of exempt principal trader: Investec Bank plc
    (b)        Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:
            Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree
    NCC Group plc
    (c)        Name of the party to the offer with which exempt principal trader is connected: Investec is Joint Broker to NCC Group plc
    (d)        Date dealing undertaken: 17th July 2025
    (e)        In addition to the company in 1(b) above, is the exempt principal trader making disclosures in respect of any other party to this offer?
            If it is a cash offer or possible cash offer, state “N/A”
    N/A

    2.        DEALINGS BY THE EXEMPT PRINCIPAL TRADER

    Where there have been dealings in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(b), copy table 2(a), (b), (c) or (d) (as appropriate) for each additional class of relevant security dealt in.

    The currency of all prices and other monetary amounts should be stated.

    (a)        Purchases and sales

    Class of relevant security Purchases/ sales Total number of securities Highest price per unit paid/received Lowest price per unit paid/received

    Ordinary shares

    Purchases

    75,693 149 144.4

    Ordinary shares

    Sales

    110,693 150.4 144.4

    (b)        Cash-settled derivative transactions

    Class of relevant security Product description
    e.g. CFD
    Nature of dealing
    e.g. opening/closing a long/short position, increasing/reducing a long/short position
    Number of reference securities Price per unit
    N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

    (c)        Stock-settled derivative transactions (including options)

    (i)        Writing, selling, purchasing or varying

    Class of relevant security Product description e.g. call option Writing, purchasing, selling, varying etc. Number of securities to which option relates Exercise price per unit Type
    e.g. American, European etc.
    Expiry date Option money paid/ received per unit
    N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

    (ii)        Exercise

    Class of relevant security Product description
    e.g. call option
    Exercising/ exercised against Number of securities Exercise price per unit
    N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

    (d)        Other dealings (including subscribing for new securities)

    Class of relevant security Nature of dealing
    e.g. subscription, conversion
    Details Price per unit (if applicable)
    N/A N/A N/A N/A

    3.        OTHER INFORMATION

    (a)        Indemnity and other dealing arrangements

    Details of any indemnity or option arrangement, or any agreement or understanding, formal or informal, relating to relevant securities which may be an inducement to deal or refrain from dealing entered into by the exempt principal trader making the disclosure and any party to the offer or any person acting in concert with a party to the offer:
    Irrevocable commitments and letters of intent should not be included. If there are no such agreements, arrangements or understandings, state “none”

    None

    (b)        Agreements, arrangements or understandings relating to options or derivatives

    Details of any agreement, arrangement or understanding, formal or informal, between the exempt principal trader making the disclosure and any other person relating to:
    (i)        the voting rights of any relevant securities under any option; or
    (ii)        the voting rights or future acquisition or disposal of any relevant securities to which any derivative is referenced:
    If there are no such agreements, arrangements or understandings, state “none”
    None
    Date of disclosure: 18thJuly 2025
    Contact name: Priyali Bhattacharjee
    Telephone number: +91 9768034903

    Public disclosures under Rule 8 of the Code must be made to a Regulatory Information Service.

    The Panel’s Market Surveillance Unit is available for consultation in relation to the Code’s dealing disclosure requirements on +44 (0)20 7638 0129.

    The Code can be viewed on the Panel’s website at www.thetakeoverpanel.org.uk.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Fitzgerald Statements on Passage of Defense Spending and Rescission Legislation

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05)

    WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statements in response to the passage of the Senate Amendment to H.R. 4, the Rescissions Act of 2025 and H.R. 4016, the Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2026:

    H.R. 4, the Rescissions Act of 2025

    “Wisconsin families are sick and tired of seeing their hard-earned tax dollars funneled to politically biased media here at home. With the passage of the Rescissions Act of 2025, we aren’t just cutting spending—we are codifying the Department of Government Efficiency’s (DOGE) findings into law,” said Rep. Fitzgerald.

    “This bill locks in $9 billion in real savings and marks a monumental step toward restoring fiscal sanity, putting America First, and delivering on President Trump’s promise to root out waste, fraud, and abuse. House Republicans are committed to ending the era of bloated, woke government. I am proud to send this step towards fiscal responsibility to President Trump’s desk.”

    H.R. 4016, the Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2026

    “This bill delivers on House Republicans’ promise to support our troops and their families, ensures America’s military remains the most lethal fighting force, and ends DEI, Critical Race Theory, and other woke ideologies that plague our military,” said Rep. Fitzgerald. “The America First agenda is embodied in this bill with critical investments in America’s missile defense system, next-generation military hardware, and border security. I look forward to continuing to deliver wins for Wisconsinites through the appropriations process.”

    Background: The Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) Department of Defense (DOD) Appropriations Act provides discretionary spending of $831.5 billion, the same as FY25 enacted levels and consistent with the President’s Budget Request. Key highlights include:

    • Provides a 3.8% increase in basic pay for all military personnel, effective January 1, 2026.
    • Codifies DOGE cuts to reduce waste, fraud, abuse, or redundancies.
    • Provides $1.15 billion for counter drug programs and transfers Mexico from U.S. Northern Command’s jurisdiction to U.S. Southern Command for better coordination and prioritization.
    • Supports our Shipbuilding programs by fully funding the procurement of 28 ships, including the Columbia- and Virginia-Class submarine.
    • Codifies President Trump’s executive actions to end discriminatory Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs and the teaching of Critical Race Theory. 

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Fitzgerald Statements on Passage of Defense Spending and Rescission Legislation

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05)

    WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statements in response to the passage of the Senate Amendment to H.R. 4, the Rescissions Act of 2025 and H.R. 4016, the Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2026:

    H.R. 4, the Rescissions Act of 2025

    “Wisconsin families are sick and tired of seeing their hard-earned tax dollars funneled to politically biased media here at home. With the passage of the Rescissions Act of 2025, we aren’t just cutting spending—we are codifying the Department of Government Efficiency’s (DOGE) findings into law,” said Rep. Fitzgerald.

    “This bill locks in $9 billion in real savings and marks a monumental step toward restoring fiscal sanity, putting America First, and delivering on President Trump’s promise to root out waste, fraud, and abuse. House Republicans are committed to ending the era of bloated, woke government. I am proud to send this step towards fiscal responsibility to President Trump’s desk.”

    H.R. 4016, the Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2026

    “This bill delivers on House Republicans’ promise to support our troops and their families, ensures America’s military remains the most lethal fighting force, and ends DEI, Critical Race Theory, and other woke ideologies that plague our military,” said Rep. Fitzgerald. “The America First agenda is embodied in this bill with critical investments in America’s missile defense system, next-generation military hardware, and border security. I look forward to continuing to deliver wins for Wisconsinites through the appropriations process.”

    Background: The Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) Department of Defense (DOD) Appropriations Act provides discretionary spending of $831.5 billion, the same as FY25 enacted levels and consistent with the President’s Budget Request. Key highlights include:

    • Provides a 3.8% increase in basic pay for all military personnel, effective January 1, 2026.
    • Codifies DOGE cuts to reduce waste, fraud, abuse, or redundancies.
    • Provides $1.15 billion for counter drug programs and transfers Mexico from U.S. Northern Command’s jurisdiction to U.S. Southern Command for better coordination and prioritization.
    • Supports our Shipbuilding programs by fully funding the procurement of 28 ships, including the Columbia- and Virginia-Class submarine.
    • Codifies President Trump’s executive actions to end discriminatory Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs and the teaching of Critical Race Theory. 

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  • MIL-OSI Banking: Foreign Minister of Indonesia Pays Maiden Official Visit to the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat

    Source: ASEAN

    Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today welcomed the Foreign Minister of Indonesia H.E. Sugiono during his first official visit to the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. H.E. Sugiono toured the premises, which included the Heritage Building, and attended a meet-and-greet with the Permanent Representatives to ASEAN, the Ambassador of Timor-Leste to ASEAN, and dedicated Ambassadors to ASEAN. During the visit, H.E. Sugiono also held a meeting with Dr. Kao, where they discussed the follow-up to the 46th ASEAN Summit and the recently-concluded 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting and related meetings, among others. As host country of the ASEAN Secretariat premises, Indonesia plays a central role in supporting ASEAN’s work, and this visit underscores Indonesia’s continued commitment to ASEAN and its institutional building, with a view to advancing regional integration and the goals of ASEAN 2045: Our Shared Future.

    The post Foreign Minister of Indonesia Pays Maiden Official Visit to the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: The project of SPbGASU students will be implemented in the Leningrad region

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering –

    An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    From left to right: Dean of the Faculty of Architecture Andrey Surovenkov, CEO of the company “Friedlander Paints”, expert of the import substitution catalog “NOSTROY”, member of the urban planning council of the Leningrad region Anna Smirnova, People’s Architect of the Russian Federation, President of the Union of Architects of Russia, Academician of the Russian Academy of Architecture and Construction Sciences, member of the Public Council under the Ministry of Construction of Russia Nikolay Shumakov, First Deputy Chairman of the Committee for Urban Development Policy, Chief Architect of the Leningrad Region Sergey Lutchenko, Ilya Edemsky

    Students of the Faculty of Architecture of SPbGASU took all three prize places in the student competition to create a mural for the boarding school “Krasnye Zori” in the Leningrad Region. The winner was recognized as a second-year student Sofia Andreeva. Second place was taken by Ekaterina Shirshova (3rd year), third – by Irina Abramova (3rd year). The award ceremony took place in the Union of Architects of St. Petersburg in the Polovtsov mansion.

    The competition was organized by the Council for Architecture and Urban Development of the Leningrad Region and the North-West of the Russian Federation, the companies “BaltInvest-Project” and “Kraski Friedlander”. The jury included the President of the Union of Architects of Russia Nikolay Shumakov and the First Deputy Chairman of the Committee – Chief Architect of the Leningrad Region Sergey Lutchenko.

    The goal of the competition was to develop a sketch of a mural for the boarding school “Red Dawns”. Thus, the contestants were faced with the task of transforming a typical building, devoid of individuality, and creating a bright, positive atmosphere for the students.

    In total, more than 80 applications were submitted to the competition from students from various universities in the city.

    The winning project will be implemented by one of the developers from the Leningrad Region, and the necessary paints will be provided by the company “Friedlander Paints” – the general sponsor of the competition.

    “For us, the competition is an incredibly interesting experience, which we will definitely continue and develop. The creative enthusiasm of young architects inspired us to organize a new, more interesting competition with cool prizes in the near future,” announced Ilya Edemsky, chief architect of the BaltInvest-Proekt company.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Polytechnic and KRSU: a new level of cooperation with industrial partners

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University –

    An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    The Polytechnic University continues to cooperate with the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University (KRSU), providing methodological support and expertise to improve the efficiency and quality of KRSU’s key processes in the field of engineering education.

    The working meeting of representatives of SPbPU, KRSU and Geoscan Group of Companies, which was held at the Polytechnic University, was dedicated to the development of scientific potential and building long-term ties with industrial partners. KRSU was represented by Artem Belyaev, Director of the University’s Technopark, and Andrey Gurinov, Chairman of the Association of Robotics, Mechatronics and Additive Technologies of the Kyrgyz Republic. Daniil Zolotnik, Deputy General Director for Education at Geoscan Moscow, took part in the conversation. The Polytechnic was represented by Sergey Salkutsan, Director of the Center for Continuing Professional Education at the Advanced Engineering School “Digital Engineering” (PISH CI), Nikita Golovin, Head of the Slavic Universities Project Office, Deputy Head of the International Cooperation Department, and Alexander Gordeev, an engineer at PISH CI.

    Sergey Salkutsan presented the experience of the Advanced Engineering School “Digital Engineering” of SPbPU in implementing educational solutions aimed at training young engineers capable of working on applied problems in the interests of industry and technological development. The experts reviewed initiatives implemented jointly with the Academy of Digital Technologies, including career guidance projects and student participation in applied research.

    The idea of creating a single educational circuit along the line “industry – university – college – school” was presented at the meeting. Its goal is to ensure the end-to-end transfer of knowledge and practical skills at all stages of training. The participants discussed possible formats for adapting this model in Kyrgyzstan on the basis of KRSU.

    Andrey Gurinov spoke about the potential that cooperation with companies and educational institutions of the Kyrgyz Republic provides. The strategic development plan of the RIAT KR Association emphasizes providing international-level service with an emphasis on the regional needs of partners. The speaker noted that, given the positive demographic situation in the republic, human resources are, first of all, the driving force behind the development of the industry in the Kyrgyz Republic. Thus, cooperation in the field of education and targeted training of personnel is the key to success in long-term cooperation.

    Representatives of KRSU and GC Geoscan got acquainted with the methodological and scientific-technical potential of the Digital Engineering PISH. The guests were shown the renovated premises of the High Voltage Technologies (HVT) building, which will be used as educational and production sites.

    “We believe it is important to create and improve partnerships that develop engineering education and create conditions for the emergence of new qualified specialists. Such meetings are an opportunity not only to share experiences, but also to build long-term relationships with universities that share our values,” said Daniil Zolotnik.

    In addition, the guests learned about the activities of the engineering division of PISh CI – the Experimental Design Bureau, opened in October 2024. Alexander Gordeev spoke about the current tasks and projects of the design bureau, including the use of digital engineering and the CML-Bench® platform to solve problems in the field of unmanned aviation. The design bureau space is designed for the simultaneous work of 30 engineers, students and representatives of industrial partners.

    Colleagues from KRSU highly appreciated the level of technical equipment and the students’ project activities.

    “The cooperation between SPbPU, KRSU and the Geoscan company will allow us to attract schoolchildren and students to study modern technologies in the field of robotics and unmanned aerial vehicles. Holding UAV competitions will become an additional incentive and will open up new opportunities for involving schoolchildren of the Kyrgyz Republic in this promising area,” emphasized Artem Belyaev.

    At the end of the meeting, the participants discussed options for implementing trilateral cooperation between SPbPU, KRSU and Geoscan Group in the field of engineering education and technological development.

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  • MIL-OSI: Bitget Launchpool Lists Caldera (ERA) with over 2.6M in Token Rewards

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    VICTORIA, Seychelles, July 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has announced the listing of Caldera (ERA) for spot trading. Caldera is a rollup platform on Ethereum that enables horizontal scaling and interoperability between rollups. Trading for the ERA/USDT pair began on 17 July 2025, 15:30 (UTC), with withdrawals available from 18 July 2025, 16:30 (UTC).

    Bitget will launch a Launchpool campaign offering 2,666,600 ERA in total rewards. Eligible users can participate by locking BGB, BTC or ETH during the event, which runs from 18 July 2025, 05:00 to 21 July 2025, 05:00 (UTC). In the BGB locking pool, users can lock between 5 to 50,000 BGB, with maximum limits determined by their VIP tier, for a chance to earn a share of 1,000,000 ERA. In the BTC pool, users can lock between 0.0001 and 23 BTC to receive a portion of 833,300 ERA. In the ETH pool, users can lock between 0.002 and 450 ETH to grab a share of 833,300 ERA.

    Caldera is a Web3 infrastructure platform that streamlines the creation of customizable Ethereum L2 rollups, enabling developers to configure elements like gas tokens, data availability layers, and technology stacks including Arbitrum, Optimism, and zkSync. At its core is the Metalayer protocol, designed to unify rollups by facilitating shared liquidity and efficient cross-chain communication. With support for over 50 rollups, Caldera powers a growing ecosystem that manages between $400–600 million in TVL and serves 27 million wallets, making it a critical player in Ethereum’s broader scaling architecture.

    Bitget continues to expand its offerings, positioning itself as a leading platform for cryptocurrency trading. The exchange has established a reputation for innovative solutions that empower users to explore crypto within a secure CeDeFi ecosystem. With an extensive selection of over 800 cryptocurrency pairs and a commitment to broaden its offerings to more than 900 trading pairs, Bitget connects users to various ecosystems, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Base, and TON. The addition of Caldera into Bitget’s portfolio marks a significant step toward expanding its ecosystem by embracing niche communities and fostering innovation in decentralized economies, further solidifying its role as a gateway to diverse Web3 projects and cultural movements.

    For more details on Caldera, visit here.

    About Bitget

    Established in 2018, Bitget is the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company. Serving over 120 million users in 150+ countries and regions, the Bitget exchange is committed to helping users trade smarter with its pioneering copy trading feature and other trading solutions, while offering real-time access to Bitcoin priceEthereum price, and other cryptocurrency prices. Formerly known as BitKeep, Bitget Wallet is a leading non-custodial crypto wallet supporting 130+ blockchains and millions of tokens. It offers multi-chain trading, staking, payments, and direct access to 20,000+ DApps, with advanced swaps and market insights built into a single platform.

    Bitget is driving crypto adoption through strategic partnerships, such as its role as the Official Crypto Partner of the World’s Top Football League, LALIGA, in EASTERN, SEA and LATAM markets, as well as a global partner of Turkish National athletes Buse Tosun Çavuşoğlu (Wrestling world champion), Samet Gümüş (Boxing gold medalist) and İlkin Aydın (Volleyball national team), to inspire the global community to embrace the future of cryptocurrency.

    Aligned with its global impact strategy, Bitget has joined hands with UNICEF to support blockchain education for 1.1 million people by 2027. In the world of motorsports, Bitget is the exclusive cryptocurrency exchange partner of MotoGP™, one of the world’s most thrilling championships.

    For more information, visit: WebsiteTwitterTelegramLinkedInDiscordBitget Wallet

    For media inquiries, please contact: media@bitget.com

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    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/2ad44618-7b23-4379-b633-042ee5973b16

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: African Union and European Union join hands to promote and invest in Circular Economy and Sustainable Growth

    Source: APO


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    The African Union (AU) and the European Union (EU) officially announced the launch of the Continental Circular Economy Action Plan (CEAP) for Africa (2024–2034) today. Introduced by Moses Vilakati, AU Commissioner for Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy, and Sustainable Environment, and Jessika Roswall, EU Commissioner Environment, Water Resilience and a Competitive Circular Economy, the plan is designed to advance sustainability, drive economic growth, and enhance resource efficiency across Africa over the next decade.

    The CEAP focuses on transitioning African economies to a circular model by reducing waste, promoting resource reuse, and encouraging recycling. As a key component of the African Union’s Agenda 2063,  the initiative was developed with co-financing and technical support from the European Union. The CEAP offers a strategic framework for sustainable investments aligned with the Europe-Africa Global Gateway Investment Package and international partnerships. The CEAP will focus on priority sectors including agriculture, packaging, energy, construction, manufacturing, electronics, technology, as well as the fashion and textiles industries.

    Following a comprehensive approach, the CEAP will:

    • Foster Circular Economy Across Sectors: The plan seeks to promote sustainable practices in key areas such as agriculture, industry, and energy by transforming waste into resources and encouraging innovation in resource management.

    • Improve Waste Management: CEAP will enhance waste management systems and recycling infrastructure, particularly through the application of green technologies and local innovations.

    • Create Green Jobs: The initiative aims to generate millions of green jobs and foster sustainable entrepreneurship, particularly among young and women.

    • Enhance Regional Cooperation: The plan will facilitate cross-border collaboration to share best practices, align policies, and create a collective impact across the continent.

    • Build Climate Resilience: By reducing consumption and promoting sustainable production, CEAP will help mitigate climate change and support biodiversity conservation.

    AU Commissioner Moses Vilakati said “The launch of the Continental Circular Economy Action Plan is a pivotal moment for Africa’s sustainable development. Through this collaboration with the EU, we are setting the stage for a green, inclusive, and resilient future. This plan represents a unique opportunity for Africa to lead in the global circular economy and tackle the challenges of climate change head-on.”

    EU Commissioner Jessika Roswall added “The CEAP is a landmark initiative that builds on the strong partnership between the EU and AU. It is an opportunity to drive economic growth, create jobs, and reduce environmental impact. By adopting circular economy principles, we can achieve sustainable development and build a stronger future for both Africa and Europe.”

    The launch of CEAP reflects the joint commitment of the African Union and the European Union to tackle global environmental challenges and advance sustainable development. Both unions are actively supporting its implementation by providing financial assistance, technical expertise, and capacity-building resources to ensure its success across all African countries. The overarching goal, however, is for the CEAP to serve as a transformative driver of sustainable economic growth throughout the continent. To achieve this, the AU is seeking additional support from international partners, including development banks and the private sector. 

    The CEAP was launched on the sidelines of the African Ministerial Conference on Environment, with attendance from African Ministers of Environment, representatives from Regional Economic Communities, UN Agencies, the private sector, and Micro, Small and Medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), who  showcased their circular economy initiatives.

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Delegation of the European Union to Kenya.

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Angola: Authorities must respect and ensure the right to freedom of peaceful assembly

    Source: APO


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    Angolan authorities must respect and ensure the right of peaceful assembly and guarantee that nationwide protests planned for 19 and 26 July against high cost of living, are facilitated and protected, said Amnesty International.

    The organization has documented how members of the Rapid Intervention Police and the Service for Criminal Investigation repressed similar protests held in Luanda, on 12 July where at least two people were critically injured, and 17 others were arrested.

    “Police must refrain from violating the right to freedom of peaceful assembly, including through the use of unnecessary and excessive force against protestors as witnessed in past protests, including on 12 July, where some of the protesters were arbitrarily arrested and others injured following unlawful use of force by the police,” said Vongai Chikwanda, Amnesty International’s Deputy Regional Director for Campaigns in East and Southern Africa.

    “Angolan authorities must immediately open independent, thorough and impartial investigation into the allegations of human rights violations committed by members of the Angola Police and to bring the perpetrators to account in a fair trial”.

    “Authorities must refrain from harassing and intimidating those who exercise their right of peaceful assembly”.

    Background

    Members from civil society organizations, such as Movement Fúria 99, from the Union for Total Independence of Angola (UNITA) and from the Angola Students Movement called for a two-day protest on 12 and 19 July 2025, following high fuel and transportation costs. On 12 July, thousands of people joined the protest, which was planned to start at the São Paulo Square and to end at the Maianga Square, in front of the National Assembly, in Luanda. The protest was impeded by the Police.

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Amnesty International.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: The 50th Anniversary Summer School for Young Programmers is being held at NSU

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Novosibirsk State University –

    An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    The Summer School for Young Programmers was organized in 1976 in Novosibirsk. For 50 years, the school has been gathering talented children interested in programming. This year, 66 schoolchildren were selected to work in teams on a project for two weeks. Scientific, production and educational workshops in 11 areas were organized for the children. Each workshop employs 4 to 8 schoolchildren. Classes are held in NSU classrooms under the guidance of experienced mentors, both doctors and candidates of science, employees of IT companies, and graduate students and students of the university.

    The mentor of the workshop, which studies the Lisp programming language, candidate of physical and mathematical sciences, associate professor Boris Leonidovich Faifel teaches information disciplines at the Saratov State Technical University named after Yu. A. Gagarin. Since 2011, he has been coming to Novosibirsk to share knowledge and work on a joint project with the participants of the summer school.

    — Lisp is my old love. Thanks to this programming language I ended up in Novosibirsk, which makes me very happy. And every year it is the greatest pleasure for me to be here. The school has a wonderful team and wonderful guys, it is very pleasant to work with them. And I like that they already consider me one of their own here, although I came from far away.

    Once I was in Yerevan, put on a T-shirt with the school logo and went for a walk. Suddenly a young guy and girl came up to me and said: “Are you from LSHU? We remember you!” It was very nice, now I keep this T-shirt as a relic. LSHU is a long-standing tradition, this year it is 50 years old, and I joined relatively recently, and for me it is a great honor to be part of this famous school, – said Boris Faifel.

    For Doctor of Physical and Mathematical Sciences, Professor of NSU Alexander Guryevich Marchuk, this is an anniversary school; he has been a scientific supervisor for young programmers for 25 years.

    — We have some truly wonderful kids coming to us. In two weeks, we give them not only a large amount of knowledge, but also the main thing is that they want to learn something new themselves. The goal of our school is to attract more and more young talents. This year, we have had kids we have known and loved for a long time, and new ones who have interest in their eyes. We hope that next year there will be even more of them, — Alexander Marchuk shared his impressions.

    Summer school participant Vera Lichman began studying programming in the third grade, now she has finished the seventh grade and entered the Physics and Mathematics School at NSU. In elementary school, the girl discovered the Scratch programming language, later Python and other languages. At the Physics and Mathematics School, the girl wants to study mathematics in depth in order to later enter NSU and become a research mathematician.

    — This is my fourth summer school. I think that it will be, as always, very interesting and useful. What I especially like here is the atmosphere of mutual understanding, helping each other. The masters do not get angry if they have to repeat something a second, third, or even tenth time. This year I got into a workshop where we will learn to model various processes using Petri nets and moving chips between areas. I hope that I will gain a lot of useful knowledge, — Vera added.

    The children will have overview and educational lectures, excursions, preparation of creative numbers, master classes and competitions on the problems of modern informatics and other scientific areas, because one of the goals of the LSHU is to develop erudition in schoolchildren. The final stage of the work is a scientific and practical conference and demonstration of completed works in workshops.

    — I would like to note that we always choose workshop areas that are promising in scientific terms and interesting to our masters. Students in diverse workshops create a lot of worthy projects. For example, last year a boy who had just entered the fifth grade made the game “Sokoban” in the Logo programming language. Also last year there was a workshop on creating a model based on TRIZ, in the framework of another the guys wrote a compiler and a virtual machine. Back in 2001, when robotics for children in Russia was not yet known, our guys connected a LEGO robot to a computer through a device and “brought it to life”. In 2004, a team of schoolchildren made a client-server development – a tic-tac-toe game on phones via satellite communication. We can talk for a long time about the developments of our guys, every year there are different and interesting projects, — said the head teacher-coordinator of the LSHUP, senior lecturer of the Programming Department, associate professor of the Department of Discrete Mathematics and Computer Science Faculty of Mechanics and Mathematics of NSU Tatiana Tikhonova.

    The workshops have only recently begun working on the projects; they will be presented on the last Saturday of July, the 26th.

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  • US eyes ‘back to basics’ revamp of G20 when it assumes presidency next year

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    The United States aims to pare the Group of 20 major economies back to its financial roots next year when it takes over the rotating presidency from South Africa, sources familiar with the Trump administration’s plans said.

    Washington has scaled back its participation this year, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent skipping a G20 finance chiefs’ meeting that started in Durban, South Africa, on Thursday, his second absence from an event this year.

    Experts and administration sources say the absence of top U.S. officials reflects the Trump administration’s skepticism about multilateral institutions such as the G20, which the U.S. helped found in 1999.

    U.S. President Donald Trump has upended the global economy with a wide-ranging trade war that has targeted many developing countries, including G20 members, while slashing foreign development funds to pursue an “America First” agenda.

    Three U.S. sources familiar with the matter say Washington still plans to assume the G20 presidency at the end of the year, which coincides with the 250th anniversary of the United States.

    But it will focus on two “tracks” – the leaders’ summit and the financial track – eliminating other working groups and ministerial-level meetings, including those on energy, health, commerce and the environment, two of the sources said.

    A more streamlined G20 process would be in line with Bessent’s call in April for the International Monetary Fund and World Bank to focus on their core missions of financial stability and development instead of climate finance and gender issues. The White House and Treasury had no immediate comment.

    SECOND-ROUND RESET

    Josh Lipsky, chair of international economics at the Atlantic Council in Washington, said Bessent and other senior U.S. officials want to get “back to basics,” an approach being embraced by other G20 members.

    The U.S. has already withdrawn from co-chairing a working group on sustainable finance with China and it remains unclear whether Trump will join this year’s leaders’ summit in South Africa.

    Many members agreed the G20’s portfolio had grown too large, triggering a review, said two sources familiar with the issue.

    In 2024, G20 host Brazil sought the group’s endorsement of a global minimum tax on the ultra wealthy, a step that the Biden administration rejected as an overreach.

    “There seems to be consensus at the G20 that it has expanded a lot. G20 South Africa is conducting a review of the G20 process and will provide recommendations to streamline it. That is in line with what the U.S. is looking at,” one of the sources said.

    Activists and developing countries say they will watch U.S. actions, but that paring back could help the G20 survive.

    “Our hope is that development continues to be linked,” said Eric LeCompte, executive director of the non-profit Jubilee USA Network. “Financial stability, debt issues and economic issues cannot be separated from development and global growth.”

    CRISIS ORIGINS

    The G20 was founded after the Asian financial crisis of 1997-1998, before expanding to include state leaders during the global financial crisis in 2008. It has been tested by U.S.-China tensions, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and divergent views on the Middle East conflicts.

    Brad Setser, a former U.S. official now at the Council on Foreign Relations, said the G20 still offered a platform for high-level bilateral meetings.

    He said Trump could welcome to the U.S. next year foreign leaders such as Chinese President Xi Jinping and even Russian President Vladimir Putin if the Ukraine war ended, without the fanfare of a bilateral summit or state visit.

    Ben Harris, a former senior Treasury official now at the Brookings Institution, said Washington’s decision to pull back offered China and others a chance to show leadership, which might not serve U.S. interests.

    “It obviously creates a vacuum, and that vacuum will be filled.”

    (Reuters)

  • US eyes ‘back to basics’ revamp of G20 when it assumes presidency next year

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    The United States aims to pare the Group of 20 major economies back to its financial roots next year when it takes over the rotating presidency from South Africa, sources familiar with the Trump administration’s plans said.

    Washington has scaled back its participation this year, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent skipping a G20 finance chiefs’ meeting that started in Durban, South Africa, on Thursday, his second absence from an event this year.

    Experts and administration sources say the absence of top U.S. officials reflects the Trump administration’s skepticism about multilateral institutions such as the G20, which the U.S. helped found in 1999.

    U.S. President Donald Trump has upended the global economy with a wide-ranging trade war that has targeted many developing countries, including G20 members, while slashing foreign development funds to pursue an “America First” agenda.

    Three U.S. sources familiar with the matter say Washington still plans to assume the G20 presidency at the end of the year, which coincides with the 250th anniversary of the United States.

    But it will focus on two “tracks” – the leaders’ summit and the financial track – eliminating other working groups and ministerial-level meetings, including those on energy, health, commerce and the environment, two of the sources said.

    A more streamlined G20 process would be in line with Bessent’s call in April for the International Monetary Fund and World Bank to focus on their core missions of financial stability and development instead of climate finance and gender issues. The White House and Treasury had no immediate comment.

    SECOND-ROUND RESET

    Josh Lipsky, chair of international economics at the Atlantic Council in Washington, said Bessent and other senior U.S. officials want to get “back to basics,” an approach being embraced by other G20 members.

    The U.S. has already withdrawn from co-chairing a working group on sustainable finance with China and it remains unclear whether Trump will join this year’s leaders’ summit in South Africa.

    Many members agreed the G20’s portfolio had grown too large, triggering a review, said two sources familiar with the issue.

    In 2024, G20 host Brazil sought the group’s endorsement of a global minimum tax on the ultra wealthy, a step that the Biden administration rejected as an overreach.

    “There seems to be consensus at the G20 that it has expanded a lot. G20 South Africa is conducting a review of the G20 process and will provide recommendations to streamline it. That is in line with what the U.S. is looking at,” one of the sources said.

    Activists and developing countries say they will watch U.S. actions, but that paring back could help the G20 survive.

    “Our hope is that development continues to be linked,” said Eric LeCompte, executive director of the non-profit Jubilee USA Network. “Financial stability, debt issues and economic issues cannot be separated from development and global growth.”

    CRISIS ORIGINS

    The G20 was founded after the Asian financial crisis of 1997-1998, before expanding to include state leaders during the global financial crisis in 2008. It has been tested by U.S.-China tensions, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and divergent views on the Middle East conflicts.

    Brad Setser, a former U.S. official now at the Council on Foreign Relations, said the G20 still offered a platform for high-level bilateral meetings.

    He said Trump could welcome to the U.S. next year foreign leaders such as Chinese President Xi Jinping and even Russian President Vladimir Putin if the Ukraine war ended, without the fanfare of a bilateral summit or state visit.

    Ben Harris, a former senior Treasury official now at the Brookings Institution, said Washington’s decision to pull back offered China and others a chance to show leadership, which might not serve U.S. interests.

    “It obviously creates a vacuum, and that vacuum will be filled.”

    (Reuters)

  • Trump asks for release of grand jury documents in Epstein case

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration will ask a court to allow the release of grand jury testimony in the case of deceased convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, after some of his supporters reacted in fury to a report concluding there was no evidence to support long-running theories about his case.

    “Based on the ridiculous amount of publicity given to Jeffrey Epstein, I have asked Attorney General Pam Bondi to produce any and all pertinent Grand Jury testimony, subject to Court approval. This SCAM, perpetuated by the Democrats, should end, right now!” Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform.

    Shortly after Trump’s statement, Bondi said on X that the Justice Department was ready to ask the court on Friday to unseal the grand jury transcripts.

    “President Trump – we are ready to move the court tomorrow to unseal the grand jury transcripts,” Bondi wrote.

    Some Trump supporters have raised questions about Epstein, the disgraced financier, after the Justice Department this month concluded that there was no evidence to support a number of long-held conspiracy theories about his clients and 2019 death in prison.

    Bondi had pledged months earlier to reveal major revelations about Epstein, including “a lot of names” and “a lot of flight logs.”

    Some Trump supporters have demanded the release of more information on Epstein, causing a rare fracture within his base of support. Trump has pushed back, calling the matter a hoax.

    Allegations that Epstein had been sexually abusing girls became public in 2006 and he was arrested that year before accepting a plea deal. Epstein died in 2019 in jail after he was arrested a second time and charged with sex-trafficking conspiracy.

    (Reuters)

  • Trump asks for release of grand jury documents in Epstein case

    Source: Government of India

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    U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration will ask a court to allow the release of grand jury testimony in the case of deceased convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, after some of his supporters reacted in fury to a report concluding there was no evidence to support long-running theories about his case.

    “Based on the ridiculous amount of publicity given to Jeffrey Epstein, I have asked Attorney General Pam Bondi to produce any and all pertinent Grand Jury testimony, subject to Court approval. This SCAM, perpetuated by the Democrats, should end, right now!” Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform.

    Shortly after Trump’s statement, Bondi said on X that the Justice Department was ready to ask the court on Friday to unseal the grand jury transcripts.

    “President Trump – we are ready to move the court tomorrow to unseal the grand jury transcripts,” Bondi wrote.

    Some Trump supporters have raised questions about Epstein, the disgraced financier, after the Justice Department this month concluded that there was no evidence to support a number of long-held conspiracy theories about his clients and 2019 death in prison.

    Bondi had pledged months earlier to reveal major revelations about Epstein, including “a lot of names” and “a lot of flight logs.”

    Some Trump supporters have demanded the release of more information on Epstein, causing a rare fracture within his base of support. Trump has pushed back, calling the matter a hoax.

    Allegations that Epstein had been sexually abusing girls became public in 2006 and he was arrested that year before accepting a plea deal. Epstein died in 2019 in jail after he was arrested a second time and charged with sex-trafficking conspiracy.

    (Reuters)

  • India remains a compelling investment destination globally: Report

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    India remains a compelling investment destination worldwide owing to its stability, structural reforms, and a resilient consumer base, a leading global investment firm, KKR, has stressed.

    KKR, in its ‘2025 Mid-Year Global Macro Outlook,’ said India’s growth prospects and favourable market conditions make it an attractive opportunity for investors. “From a macro perspective, India’s relative insulation from global trade friction remains intact, supported by its predominantly domestic, consumer-driven economy,” the report stated.

    “We continue to see India as one of the most compelling strategic allocations within emerging markets today,” it added.

    The report, published by KKR’s Global Macro & Asset Allocation team, emphasised India’s unique position as a scalable opportunity amid a shift from benign globalisation to great power competition.

    KKR also sees significant potential in infrastructure and credit investments in India, as the private sector capitalises on these trends.

    “As the global trade landscape recalibrates, India is well-positioned to increase its manufacturing share, particularly as oil prices soften and ‘China+1’ strategies become more entrenched. Cyclically, we are observing early signs of a rebound following a soft patch in 2024, driven by rural income recovery, robust services exports, and, importantly, supportive policy measures,” said the KKR report.

    Production-linked incentives and eased FDI rules are central to the government’s efforts to attract broader capital inflows. Anticipated rate cuts by the Reserve Bank of India and the recent fiscal year budget, which injects meaningful stimulus for low- and middle-income households, further bolster this outlook.

    “For investors, India also offers diversification benefits. Its equity market correlation with global indices has decreased — and the sheer scale of its economy is expected to unlock significant private sector opportunities over the next decade,” the report highlighted.

    The report further stated that while a modest depreciation of the rupee is anticipated, this can be hedged. The core investment thesis remains compelling: in a volatile global environment, India’s stability, ongoing reforms, and resilient consumer base create a differentiated and increasingly scalable opportunity.

    (IANS)

  • UAE and WHO Complete Major Health Assessment Phase in Yemen’s Socotra Island

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    Field teams from the United Arab Emirates and the World Health Organization have successfully completed the first phase of a comprehensive health assessment on Socotra Island in Yemen, conducted in close coordination with Yemen’s Ministry of Public Health and Population.

    The multi-phase operation will comprise four scheduled field visits over a one-year period, representing the initial phase of an ambitious program designed to reduce mortality related to poor health and malnutrition by 20 percent over the next two to five years through an integrated health system strengthening approach.

    The assessment covered 38 enumeration areas across all 29 sub-districts of Socotra Island. Preliminary results show that 93 percent of targeted health facilities were surveyed, with data collected from 4,214 households. Field teams conducted over 930 caregiver interviews, took anthropometric measurements from eligible children and mothers, facilitated 12 focus group discussions with community groups, and completed all 15 planned key informant interviews with stakeholders including local authorities, donor organizations, and UN agencies.

    The project will now enter the data cleaning and analysis phase, leading to a comprehensive report revealing the current status of maternal and child health and nutrition in the community. Future stages include procurement and distribution of medical supplies, recruitment of technical experts, training programs, and community awareness campaigns.

    The initiative reflects the UAE’s data-driven humanitarian approach, implemented in partnership with international health organizations to improve public health indicators among vulnerable populations. This assessment comes at a critical time for Socotra Island, which faces significant health challenges including food insecurity and repeated outbreaks of cholera, measles, and dengue fever.

    Socotra Island is a remote Yemeni archipelago located in the Indian Ocean approximately 380 kilometers south of the Arabian Peninsula. The largest island covers about 3,600 square kilometers and is home to approximately 60,000 inhabitants. Socotra is renowned for its extraordinary biodiversity, with up to a third of its plant species being endemic and found nowhere else on the planet. The island was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008. Despite its natural significance, Socotra faces ongoing challenges from Yemen’s civil war.

  • With series on the line, India mull unleashing Bumrah in Manchester

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

     Jasprit Bumrah is a weapon India must use sparingly but with the five-test series against England on the line, the tourists are considering playing their pace spearhead in the fourth test in Manchester next week.

    The team management has decided that Bumrah, whose workload has been carefully managed since he returned from a back surgery earlier this year, will play three of the five tests in England.

    A victory in Manchester would give England an unassailable 3-1 lead. To prevent that, India are considering playing Bumrah, who skipped the second test in Birmingham, in the next match rather than preserving him for the final test at the Oval.

    “We know we have got him for one of the last two tests,” assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate told reporters after a training session on Thursday.

    “It’s pretty obvious that the series is on the line now in Manchester, so there will be a leaning towards playing him.”

    “But again, we have got to look at all the factors: how many days of cricket are we going to get up there, what do we feel is our best chance of winning that game, and then how that fits in together with the Oval.”

    Arguably the best all-format bowler of his era, Bumrah registered five-wicket hauls in both the tests he played on this tour of England, though India lost both in Leeds and Lord’s.

    India wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant, who suffered a finger injury at Lord’s, did not bat in Thursday’s practice.

    Ten Doeschate was confident Pant will reprise his usual roles in front of the stumps with the bat and behind them with the keeper’s gloves in Manchester.

    “Look, I don’t think you’re going to keep Rishabh out of the test no matter what,” former Dutch international ten Doeschate said.

    “He batted with quite a lot of pain in the third test and it’s only going to get easier and easier on his finger.”

    -REUTERS

  • With series on the line, India mull unleashing Bumrah in Manchester

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

     Jasprit Bumrah is a weapon India must use sparingly but with the five-test series against England on the line, the tourists are considering playing their pace spearhead in the fourth test in Manchester next week.

    The team management has decided that Bumrah, whose workload has been carefully managed since he returned from a back surgery earlier this year, will play three of the five tests in England.

    A victory in Manchester would give England an unassailable 3-1 lead. To prevent that, India are considering playing Bumrah, who skipped the second test in Birmingham, in the next match rather than preserving him for the final test at the Oval.

    “We know we have got him for one of the last two tests,” assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate told reporters after a training session on Thursday.

    “It’s pretty obvious that the series is on the line now in Manchester, so there will be a leaning towards playing him.”

    “But again, we have got to look at all the factors: how many days of cricket are we going to get up there, what do we feel is our best chance of winning that game, and then how that fits in together with the Oval.”

    Arguably the best all-format bowler of his era, Bumrah registered five-wicket hauls in both the tests he played on this tour of England, though India lost both in Leeds and Lord’s.

    India wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant, who suffered a finger injury at Lord’s, did not bat in Thursday’s practice.

    Ten Doeschate was confident Pant will reprise his usual roles in front of the stumps with the bat and behind them with the keeper’s gloves in Manchester.

    “Look, I don’t think you’re going to keep Rishabh out of the test no matter what,” former Dutch international ten Doeschate said.

    “He batted with quite a lot of pain in the third test and it’s only going to get easier and easier on his finger.”

    -REUTERS

  • Sujeet Kalkal strikes gold at Budapest Wrestling Ranking Series

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    Indian wrestler Sujeet Kalkal on Thursday clinched the gold medal in the 65kg men’s freestyle category at the Polyak Imre & Varga Janos Memorial 2025 wrestling tournament in Budapest, Hungary.

    In the final of the 65kg men’s freestyle category, Sujeet delivered a clinical performance to defeat four-time European medallist Ali Rahimzade of Azerbaijan 5-1. His triumph marked India’s first gold medal in wrestling at any of the Ranking Series events this year. Earlier, Indian grapplers had returned empty-handed from the tournaments in Amman and Mongolia, according to Olympics.com.

    In the first period of the final, Sujeet conceded an activity point, but he raised the tempo in the second period to complete two takedowns. He secured another activity point en route to a commanding victory in the gold medal bout.

    Sujeet’s journey to the final was equally impressive. He began with a dominant 11-0 win over Paris 2024 Olympic bronze medallist Islam Dudaev of Albania in the round of 16. He then overwhelmed European silver medallist Khamzat Arsamerzouev of France in the quarter-finals, before stamping his authority with a 6-1 win over Vazgen Tevanyan of Armenia in the semi-finals.

    India added another medal in the men’s 57kg category, where Rahul clinched bronze with a 4-0 victory over Germany’s Niklas Stechele. Earlier, he had defeated Kim Sung-gwon of the Republic of Korea 5-3 in the quarter-finals, before narrowly losing a hard-fought semi-final 7-6 to the USA’s Luke Joseph Lilledahl.

    Meanwhile, India’s Udit and Vicky suffered defeats in the repechage rounds of the 61kg and 97kg divisions, respectively. The Polyak Imre & Varga Janos Memorial in Budapest is the fourth and final wrestling Ranking Series tournament of the year.

    Ranking points earned at this event will help wrestlers secure better seedings for the World Wrestling Championships, scheduled to be held in Zagreb, Croatia, in September later this year.

    India fielded wrestlers in the men’s and women’s freestyle, as well as Greco-Roman, categories at the ongoing Budapest meet, which will conclude on Sunday.

    (ANI)