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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Dmitry Grigorenko: You can obtain permits in a comprehensive manner on “Gosuslugi”.

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

    The State Services portal now offers the opportunity to obtain a set of permits through a single application. An entrepreneur only needs to select the type of activity, fill out the form, and the system will send his application to the relevant departments. The new approach to issuing permits was developed as part of the optimization of permitting activities in Russia.

    On the portal, permits are grouped according to the principle of conducting a certain activity. Each activity has its own set of permits. The first such comprehensive service available to organizations and individual entrepreneurs is “Opening a Pharmacy”. It includes permits that are necessary for carrying out pharmaceutical activities, a sanitary and epidemiological conclusion, and a sanitary and epidemiological examination. Previously, an application for each of them was submitted in turn. The entrepreneur had to independently monitor the readiness of each permit in order to apply for the next one. Now he can fill out one comprehensive application. This takes an average of 10 minutes, the system automatically sends it to the relevant departments. If approved, the entrepreneur receives the entire set of permits within three months.

    The list of such complex scenarios for filing applications is being expanded as part of the project to optimize and automate permitting processes.

    “We are working consistently to reduce the administrative burden on businesses, including in permitting activities. We have already halved the time it takes to issue permits and the number of documents requested. Our main task today is to combine various types of permits for a typical situation. That is, we are talking about the fact that through one application it is possible to obtain several types of permits at once,” commented Deputy Prime Minister – Head of the Government Staff Dmitry Grigorenko.

    The Government proposes to enshrine the possibility of obtaining comprehensive permits electronically through the State Services portal in legislation. To this end, a corresponding draft law was submitted to the State Duma in June. In addition, the document provides for the proactive provision of permit issuance services. It is planned that an entrepreneur will receive a notification from the state on the State Services portal with an offer to extend the permit. The application for extension will already be pre-filled.

    The bill also proposes to amend (approximately) 70 industry laws to consolidate the reduction in the timeframes and number of documents required to obtain permits for each type separately. On average, the number of documents required to be submitted for a permit has been reduced by 2 times – from 8 to 4. The timeframe for reviewing all types of permits has also been reduced by 2 times on average – from 43 to 19 days.

    More than 400 types of permits can now be obtained on “Gosuslugi”. In total, over 1 million applications were submitted through the government services portal in Russia in 2024, and over 408 thousand in the first five months of 2025.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Yuri Trutnev: A military-historical memorial complex dedicated to the Kuril landing operation is being created on Shumshu

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

    On behalf of Deputy Prime Minister and Presidential Plenipotentiary Representative in the Far Eastern Federal District Yuri Trutnev, the progress of work on the creation of a camp and memorial complex on Shumshu was inspected. The Kuril Island was visited by Deputy Presidential Plenipotentiary Representative in the Far Eastern Federal District Denis Andreyev and First Deputy Governor of the Sakhalin Region Sergei Baidakov.

    “Shumshu is a significant page in our history. In fact, World War II ended on this island. Our soldiers defeated superior enemy forces and demonstrated mass heroism. At the request of Russian President Vladimir Putin, a military-historical memorial complex dedicated to the Kuril landing operation is being created on the island. It will perpetuate the feat of the Red Army soldiers who, in August 1945, at the cost of their lives, snatched victory from a superior enemy – the Imperial Japanese Army,” said Yuri Trutnev.

    A search expedition will be launched on July 1st. About 100 patriots from different regions of Russia will take part in it. An expedition of such a scale has never been conducted on the island. Thanks to this, many fallen heroes will find a name and will be buried with military honors.

    “We have assessed the readiness to open the search camp and memorial complex. The work is proceeding at a good pace. Shumshu Island is a heroic place where one of the most important battles took place, which put an end to World War II. Here you can literally touch history, and thanks to the implementation of the project on the instructions of the President, young people from different regions of Russia will soon have such an opportunity. A large-scale search expedition is also ready to begin work, which, I am sure, will open many heroic pages in the history of our country,” Denis Andreev noted.

    “The camp is now almost 100% deployed. On June 30 and July 1, the participants of the search expedition will arrive. The reenactors’ camp will be deployed in the area of Mys Kurbatov. Sappers from the Eastern Military District and specialists from the Pacific Fleet are currently working there, and the military is also tidying up the lighthouse. We assess the readiness as high. Everything is on schedule, but the task is very ambitious. Every day we solve many issues related to equipment, materials, and logistics. But we will do everything to ensure that the order of the head of state Vladimir Putin to perpetuate the feat of the participants of the Kuril landing operation is fulfilled. Our governor Valery Limarenko also puts this task as a priority,” said Sergey Baidakov.

    Sakhalin searchers have already begun reconnaissance work on the island.

    “Spring came early this year, the weather is good, and the mood is fighting. The goal of the reconnaissance is to find the supposed places of death of the soldiers, mark the points on the ground. And when all the searchers arrive, we will conduct targeted excavations. We have already managed to find buttons from military uniforms, personal belongings of soldiers. We are studying all the finds and working with them,” said Artem Bandura, head of the regional branch of the Search Movement of Russia.

    Shumshu is also currently preparing to welcome youth tourist groups. Participants in patriotic movements from different parts of Russia will see with their own eyes the places where history unfolded and will become ambassadors of this Far Eastern victory in their regions.

    The first group is expected to arrive on July 15. Each day the children will have a schedule – lectures, meetings with historians, writers and SVO members, walks along tourist trails, search work.

    “We are developing four tourist routes called “Roads of Shumshu Island”. The longest one is a ring route – 50 km. It goes through the entire island and through the most iconic battle sites. There are also three radial routes from 5 to 8.5 km long, so that groups can comfortably move around the island and touch history,” said Artem Lazarev, Minister of Tourism of the Sakhalin Region.

    Let us recall that the key events dedicated to the opening of the memorial complex – the competition in sports triathlon “Height 171” and military-historical reconstruction – will take place in the second half of August, on the day of the beginning of the Kuril landing operation. About 150 people from two dozen regions of Russia and friendly countries will take part in the reconstruction.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: “Rector’s Club”: Vladimir Stroyev reminded about the engineering competencies of the State University of Management at the IOT-meeting

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: State University of Management – Official website of the State –

    Rector of the State University of Management Vladimir Stroyev spoke at the Rector’s Club discussion on the topic of “Educational policy in the context of the Priority 2030 program”, which was held as part of the Fourth All-Russian IOT-meeting in the studio of the Russian Society “Knowledge”.

    Vladimir Stroyev shared his opinion on regulating the volume of paid admission to study at universities:

    “While the mechanism of changes has not been officially announced, it is only known that the reduction will take place on September 1. Now we continue to work as usual, understanding that our situation may be simpler than that of many colleagues, because the State University of Management grew out of the Moscow Engineering and Economics Institute and has strong engineering competencies along with training managers of various profiles – not only civil servants, but also managers of specific industries.

    We have a wide range of engineering specialties: electric power engineering, mechanical engineering, transport, construction, chemical industry. The recently published rating of the Ministry of Labor confirmed the demand for our graduates – GUU took 11th place, which is not bad, although we can strive higher. Our system of cooperation with industry partners helps to create competitive developments and form practical competencies of future engineers and managers,” concluded Vladimir Vitalievich.

    The rector also emphasized that in addition to its main educational activities, the State University of Management is actively developing the scientific sphere, supporting projects of the Student Design Bureau, which regularly wins competitions and receives state grants.

    During the discussion, the President of SFedU Marina Borovskaya, the Director of the Mashuk Knowledge Center, Deputy General Director of the Russian Society “Knowledge” Anton Serikov, the Rector of Tyumen State University Ivan Romanchuk, the Rector of Cherepovets State University Olga Lyaginova, the Director of the Department for Work with Educational Organizations of the Russian Society “Knowledge” Albina Bikbulatova, the Chairman of the Council of the IOT Consortium of Universities, General Director of CUSTIS Vladimir Rakhteenko, the Director of the Odintsovo Branch of MGIMO Elena Kozlovskaya and others shared their vision of various aspects of modern education.

    The All-Russian IOT-meeting is one of the key annual events of the Decade of Science and Technology in Russia in the track “Designing the Future”. The IOT-meeting is focused on discussions and exchange of experience of rectors, vice-rectors, heads of PIS and IT teams of universities that are planning and already implementing flexible educational models.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Plans for UK to become sustainable finance capital of the world

    Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements

    Press release

    Plans for UK to become sustainable finance capital of the world

    Energy Secretary Ed Miliband outlines plans to support banks and large companies in developing climate transition plans.

    • Government welcomes views on supporting banks and large companies to set out their climate transition plans  
    • Energy Secretary announces plans will “help unlock billions in clean energy investment” and grow the economy  
    • delivers on commitment to make the UK the “sustainable finance capital of the world” as part of the Plan for Change

    To help “unlock billions in clean energy investment”, the Energy Secretary Ed Miliband has today outlined plans to support banks and large companies in developing climate transition plans when addressing the Climate and Innovation Forum as part of London Climate Action Week (25 June).  

    The UK is consistently ranked first in the world for sustainable finance, and 70% of FTSE 100 companies have already voluntarily developed many of the key elements of a transition plan. Widespread transition planning will help provide long-term certainty and clarity to help scale the sustainable finance industry as part of our modern industrial policy. 

    The government’s clean energy superpower mission is already delivering economic growth, with net zero sectors growing 3 times faster than the overall economy last year, according to CBI Economics. Since July, over £40 billion of private investment has also been announced into the UK’s clean energy industries – creating good jobs for working people and driving long-term growth.  

    As part of the government’s Plan for Change, the government wants to help stimulate billions of pounds a year of private investment to deliver the government’s clean energy superpower mission and make the UK the “sustainable finance capital of the world”.  

    To support this growth, the government will take forward recommendations from last year’s Transition Finance Market Review to consult on transition plan requirements in order to catalyse the growing transition finance market. The design of any future transition plan requirements will be aligned with the Prime Minister’s commitment to reduce regulatory compliance costs by 25%. 

    Energy Secretary Ed Miliband said: 

    This government is determined to make the UK the sustainable finance capital of the world as we seize the huge economic opportunities provided by clean energy. 

    Through our clean energy superpower mission and industrial strategy, we can win this global race and accelerate investment into these sectors – growing the economy, turbocharging the transition to net zero and delivering on our Plan for Change. 

    Our plans will transform our leading financial services sector into a global hub for green investment.

    Minister for Competition and Markets Justin Madders said:  

    We want to work with businesses to develop a “common sense” sustainable reporting framework that is transparent, clear and proportionate for those investing in the UK. 

    These measures will enhance competition in the sustainability assurance sector, helping to deliver on our Plan for Change and kickstart economic growth.

    Rt Hon Lord Alok Sharma KCMG, Chair of the UK Transition Finance Council said: 

    A clear message from the Transition Finance Market Review was that high quality disclosure and information are vital for investors and a pre-condition to a flourishing sustainable and transition finance market.  

    I therefore very much welcome the government taking forward recommendations from the Review to consult on corporate transition plan requirements.  

    The UK can become the pre-eminent global financial centre for raising transition finance, but this is a time-limited opportunity, and that is why it will be vital to move quickly from consultation to implementation.

    The government is publishing 3 consultations on: 

    • how to take forward the government’s commitment on transition planning to support the market to invest in sectors that will deliver the clean energy superpower mission
    • new UK Sustainability Reporting Standards to provide clear, comparable information for investors on sustainability related financial risks and opportunities to enable them to make informed investment decisions
    • the development of a voluntary registration regime for the providers of assurance of sustainability reporting, supporting growth in this important sector

    Transition planning means businesses set out a roadmap that outlines how they intend to adapt and transform their operations, strategies, and business models to align with their climate goals. 

    This is a vital part of the government’s commitment to secure Britain’s position as the sustainable finance capital of the world and will help businesses and investors seize the opportunities from the clean energy transition.  

    A recent survey of financial institutions conducted by South Pole found that 84% of UK-based financial institutions find companies with transition plans more attractive to invest in. 

    Supporting British industry and creating good, skilled jobs up and up down the country is core to the government’s industrial strategy and plan to grow the economy, ensuring businesses can take advantage of the transition to new low carbon technologies as they reduce their emissions. This will allow UK industry to remain competitive globally and support the millions of manufacturing jobs in regions across the UK – as well as future-proofing existing sectors, and increasing economic resilience to climate impacts. 

    Alistair Phillips-Davies, Chief Executive at SSE plc said: 

    SSE has long been a firm supporter of credible, transparent transition planning. As an early adopter of climate transition plans, we’ve seen first-hand how they can build investor confidence and accelerate progress toward net zero. 

    We welcome the UK Government’s ambition to become the sustainable finance capital of the world and fully support the work of the Transition Plan Taskforce and the Transition Finance Market Review. 

    As the UK’s clean energy champion, we want to see the UK remain the best place in the world to attract transition finance and deliver the investment needed for a just and ambitious energy transition.

    Rachel Solomon Williams, Executive Director of the Aldersgate Group, said: 

    The Aldersgate Group welcomes today’s announcement as a significant step forward in creating a first-in-class green regulatory framework. 

    Using the feedback from these consultations to develop clear financial guardrails will help strengthen the transparency, interoperability, and credibility of climate-related financial disclosures. This is essential to support the measures in the government’s Modern Industrial Strategy, unlocking private sector investment in the UK’s low carbon economy.  

    We are particularly pleased to see the consultation on how best to take forward the government’s commitment on transition planning. Climate transition plans are a vital tool to help real economy companies integrate climate into strategic and operational decision-making, while also enabling financial institutions to align capital allocation, stewardship, and risk management with the transition to net zero.

    James Alexander, CEO of UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association (UKSIF), said:  

    We welcome the government’s commitment to bringing forward the consultation on climate transition plans for banks and large companies. These are essential for enhancing growth and global competitiveness as the UK and other countries decarbonise.  

    Further dialogue between the government and industry on the UK Sustainability Reporting Standards is also very encouraging. We look forward to ministers taking forward these commitments, which will help future-proof our economy over the coming years.

    Heather McKay, Programme Lead, UK Sustainable and Resilient Finance at E3G, said:  

    The delivery of the government’s growth mission relies on ensuring Britain is a world-class destination for green and transition finance.  

    The clean economy is our ticket to a high-growth future, and credible transition plans – as part of a future-fit regulatory regime – are fundamental to unlocking the investment required to seize this opportunity.  

    The release of this highly anticipated consultation package is a welcome step towards turning this vision into reality.

    Claudine Blamey, Chief Sustainability Officer at Aviva, said:  

    We welcome this consultation as an important next step in understanding how transition planning is rolled out across the UK economy, helping businesses understand the steps needed to transition, supporting a greener, more prosperous future.

    Andrew Ninian, Director for Stewardship, Risk and Tax at the Investment Association, said:  

    We want the UK to remain at the forefront of sustainable finance. Ensuring that reporting standards are focused on the issues that impact the financial performance of companies is vital to achieve this.  

    Transition planning should enable investors to understand how climate risks and opportunities affect a company’s value and how they are adapting their business strategy to reduce their climate impact, in order to provide a sustainable future and grow the UK economy.  

    International comparability is also key, and with companies already preparing for reporting in line with ISSB, endorsing the standards will allow investors in UK companies to fully understand their long-term sustainability risks and simplify reporting expectations in the UK and globally.

    Ian Bhullar, Director, Sustainability Policy, UK Finance said: 

    The financial services industry backs proportionate, internationally aligned sustainability reporting. Many firms have already published transition plans and use their customers’ plans to make low-carbon financing decisions.  

    Better reporting by a range of companies will provide information that lenders and investors can use to increase green finance flows. UK Finance welcomes these consultations and will work with government to ensure they support growth in the UK economy.

    Faith Ward, Chief RI Officer, Brunel Pension Partnership said: 

    I hugely welcome the HMG announcements today. Having been deeply involved in supporting the International Sustainability Standards Board and Transition Plan Taskforce, I am delighted to see the UK take this vital step to regain its leadership role as global centre for green finance. 

    Investors want to allocate capital to growing businesses that are taking action to address climate and sustainability risks – and that are looking to business opportunities so that they deliver financially over the long term. They need globally consistent reporting on climate and sustainability actions, alongside critical insights into corporate plans for the transition.

    Bruno Gardner, Head of Climate Change and Nature, Phoenix Group said: 

    As a long-term investor, policy developments that provide greater certainty around the net zero transition enhance the UK’s role as the leading centre of sustainable finance.  

    Transition plans are critical to helping investors like Phoenix Group manage the risks of climate change and direct capital towards companies that are best equipped to navigate the transition to net zero, ensuring the best outcomes for our customers.  

    We welcome all three consultations and the government’s engagement with the private sector, which is a significant step towards giving investors greater policy certainty and enabling us to being net-zero by 2050.

    Notes to editors   

    DESNZ analysis of Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) data showed that global investment into low carbon sectors amounted to £1.6 trillion in 2024, with total investment in UK low carbon sectors representing 1.8% of GDP, the second highest share within the G7.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Sellafield Ltd engineers win IChemE Young Engineers Awards

    Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements

    News story

    Sellafield Ltd engineers win IChemE Young Engineers Awards

    Graduate engineers at Sellafield Ltd have won a prestigious award at the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) Young Engineers Awards.

    Sellafield Ltd’s winning team at the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) Young Engineers Awards for Innovation and Sustainability 2025

    A team of design engineer graduates from Sellafield Ltd won the the Quality Education category at the prestigious Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) Young Engineers Awards for Innovation and Sustainability.

    The IChemE awards celebrate groundbreaking ideas in chemical engineering and supports IChemE’s vision for a more sustainable world.

    The winning team—Joseph Carter, Alana Prior, Lara Hill, and Ben Hilton—were recognised for their project, A Novel Approach to Chemical Engineering Work Experience, which enhances Sellafield Ltd’s design engineering work experience programme.

    Since taking charge of the programme’s process engineering section last September, the team introduced a practical phase separation activity, improved guidance for volunteers, refined the volunteering process to cover all 10 annual work experience weeks, and developed new resources for West Cumbria’s newly established design engineering work experience.

    Their initiative aims to inspire future engineers by making chemical engineering more accessible, addressing skills shortages in the industry. Demand for chemical engineers in the UK has surged by 55% in the last five years, with an annual shortfall of up to 59,000 engineering professionals.

    Team member, Ben Hilton, said:

    We’re thrilled to have received this recognition from IChemE. Sellafield has great early careers programmes, and their work experience initiative is a fantastic way to get young people interested in engineering careers. We’ve been lucky to be part of the graduate programme, and it’s great to see young professionals getting the opportunity to shape and lead these schemes

    On behalf of the rest of the team, I’d like to thank all of the volunteers and colleagues who supported this initiative. Their dedication and expertise have been invaluable in making the work experience programme as engaging and impactful as possible. Without their commitment, none of this would have been possible.

    Head of education, skills and social mobility, Michelle Lambon-Wilks, said:

    We are immensely proud to see this talented group of graduates receive recognition from IChemE. Their dedication and hard work have been truly outstanding, and this achievement is well deserved.

    At the heart of our mission is a commitment to delivering high-quality early careers programmes that provide a strong foundation for professional success. We actively listen to those taking part, value their insights, and continuously refine our initiatives based on their feedback—ensuring they are as impactful and effective as possible.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: China and Kazakhstan work together to fight border fires

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

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

    URUMQI, June 25 (Xinhua) — The ongoing summer heat wave has increased the risk of forest and grassland fires in Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture of northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, which borders Kazakhstan, with fires most common in the border areas of the two countries, which are rich in wetlands, mountains and dense vegetation.

    The Xinjiang General Forest Fire Brigade accredited in the above-mentioned county (hereinafter referred to as the “Ili Fire Brigade”) is responsible for internal fire safety along the 800-km border line. In order to prevent fires from breaking out, the fire brigade is currently actively practicing various firefighting scenarios. They are equipped with special-purpose equipment, including helicopters and armored tracked fire trucks.

    Under the influence of various factors, forest and steppe fires on the borders of the two countries can pose a threat to both environmental safety and human safety. In recent years, the Ili fire brigade, consisting of 200 people, has taken part in fire and rescue operations in the border area three times.

    The last fire on the border occurred late at night three years ago. More than 130 people and over 30 vehicles, as well as 800 units and sets of firefighting equipment and communication and command devices were sent to the scene. As a result of their coordinated actions, the large fire was extinguished within 4 days.

    In early June this year, the Ili Fire Brigade and representatives of the firefighters of Kazakhstan took part in joint exercises near the Dulat checkpoint, which involved numerous forces. Six years ago, a secondary forest caught fire in the area adjacent to the same border crossing on the territory of Kazakhstan. As was established following a meeting between the border guards of the two countries, the fire was caused by grass burning and did not require the participation of the rescue forces of China to extinguish it. Thus, the fire brigade simply broke through a fire barrier 63 km long and about 50 m wide along the border line on the Chinese side, effectively preventing the indiscriminate spread of the fire.

    “If a fire breaks out on the border between China and Kazakhstan, our side must take the initiative and actively participate in the rescue operation, and if necessary, at the request of the Kazakh side, a cross-border firefighting operation can be carried out” – this is the principle that prevails in the actions of the Ili Fire Brigade.

    To combat forest and grassland fires in border areas, China has set up several teams ready to go to fight similar cross-border fires, said Cao Lihong, a research fellow at the Belt and Road Development Research Institute at Ili Normal University.

    She stressed that China and Kazakhstan’s joint response to common natural disasters is a concrete embodiment of the good-neighborliness and friendship between the two countries. According to her, China and Kazakhstan are continuously exploring ways to resolve problems arising in cooperation in firefighting and rescue work, thereby deepening mutual trust and cooperation, which can provide wisdom and useful experience for other countries in dealing with similar border fires. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Chinese Foreign Ministry: China is ready to continue efforts to maintain peace and stability in the Middle East together with BRICS countries

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

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

    BEIJING, June 25 (Xinhua) — The BRICS countries are progressive forces in maintaining world peace and stability and upholding international fairness and justice. China stands ready to continue efforts with other BRICS countries to maintain peace and stability in the Middle East, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said at a regular press briefing on a joint statement issued by Brazil, which holds the BRICS presidency, in which the grouping countries expressed concern over the worsening security situation in the region following the military strikes on Iran.

    The BRICS countries, by calling in a joint statement for a ceasefire and ceasefire, dialogue and consultation, are playing a constructive role in de-escalating the situation in the Middle East, Guo Jiakun said.

    The diplomat cited the words of Chinese President Xi Jinping, who in his speech at last year’s BRICS summit in Kazan stated the importance of “promoting the BRICS peace agenda in the name of protecting common security.” -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Mainland China has promised comprehensive assistance to Taiwanese compatriots in evacuating from the Iran-Israel conflict zone

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

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

    BEIJING, June 25 (Xinhua) — The Chinese mainland will make every effort to help evacuate Chinese citizens, including Taiwan compatriots, affected by the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, Zhu Fenglian, spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, said Wednesday.

    The Chinese Embassy in Israel recently issued an announcement asking Chinese citizens, including Taiwanese compatriots, who hold a mainland entry card to register for evacuation assistance due to rising tensions in the region.

    Zhu Fenglian said at a press conference that some Taiwanese compatriots have now been safely evacuated to neighboring countries.

    “We always reach out to our Taiwanese compatriots in a timely manner to provide them with the necessary assistance, whether it is during natural disasters such as typhoons and earthquakes, or emergency evacuations related to conflicts and wars,” she stressed. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: China launches special campaign to combat illegal dumping of solid waste

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

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

    BEIJING, June 25 (Xinhua) — China has launched a three-year special campaign against illegal dumping and disposal of solid waste, Ministry of Ecology and Environment spokesperson Pei Xiaofei said at a press conference on Wednesday.

    It will include thorough checks and enforcement actions against illegal activities of this kind, he added.

    The series of activities will focus on combating the illegal dumping of hazardous waste, solid industrial waste and construction waste. The campaign will also target the illegal dismantling and processing of scrapped motor vehicles, unusable electrical and electronic equipment, waste new energy equipment and batteries that have reached the end of their service life.

    The ministry representative stressed that those persons whose guilt in illegal dumping, burial and disposal of solid waste that will cause serious environmental pollution or economic losses to state property is proven and subject to criminal liability in accordance with the law will be brought to trial as soon as possible.

    Pei Xiaofei also called on the public to participate in the campaign, asking people to report cases of illegal dumping and disposal of waste on official websites, by phone numbers or by email. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Belarusian-Chinese Youth Forum Held in Minsk

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

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

    MINSK, June 25 (Xinhua) — The Belarusian-Chinese Youth Forum was held in Minsk on Tuesday. The opening ceremony was held at the National Children’s Technopark.

    The forum was organized by the Belarusian State University /BSU/ and Peking University as part of the celebration of the “Days of Friendship and Unity” of the two universities. The event was attended by about 200 students from 36 Belarusian and 11 Chinese universities, as well as postgraduate students and young scientists.

    As the Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Belarus Zhang Wenchuan noted during the forum, education is one of the most important areas of cooperation between the two countries.

    In turn, the press service of BSU emphasized that this large-scale event will help strengthen partnership, bring Belarusian-Chinese cooperation in the field of youth policy to a new level and create a platform for intercultural exchange. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: China remains Uzbekistan’s main trading partner

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

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

    Tashkent, June 25 (Xinhua) — The volume of trade between Uzbekistan and China in January-May 2025 amounted to 5.4 billion US dollars, and China retained its position as the main trading partner of Uzbekistan, Uzbek media reported on Tuesday, citing data from the National Statistical Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan.

    This figure is reported to be 8 percent higher than last year.

    The report says that after China on the list are Russia and Kazakhstan, with USD 4.8 billion and USD 1.7 billion, respectively.

    It is noted that Uzbekistan’s total exports amounted to $14.8 billion, while imports amounted to $16.4 billion. The country mainly imports machinery and equipment for vehicles, as well as various industrial goods from abroad. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Russia is closely monitoring the situation around Iran and maintains contacts with it – D. Peskov

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

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

    Moscow, June 25 /Xinhua/ — Russia is closely monitoring the situation around the conflict in the Middle East and maintains contacts with Iran, Russian presidential press secretary Dmitry Peskov said at a briefing on Wednesday.

    “We are closely monitoring this situation, but we also maintain contacts with our partners from Tehran,” TASS quotes him as saying.

    Asked whether Russia has information about the state of Iran’s nuclear facilities after the Israeli and US attacks, the Kremlin spokesman stressed that it is unlikely that anyone has realistic data at this time. “It is probably too early, we need to wait until such data appears,” he said.

    D. Peskov also noted that Iran’s decision to suspend cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) cannot but cause concern in Russia. At the same time, he considers this step by Tehran understandable. “Of course, such a decision is a direct consequence of the unprovoked attack on Iran that occurred, a direct consequence of strikes on nuclear facilities, which is quite unprecedented,” the press secretary said.

    According to D. Peskov, the IAEA’s inaction during the American attack on Iranian nuclear facilities has seriously affected the organization’s reputation. “Of course, the IAEA’s reputation has been seriously damaged,” he concluded. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Unknown details of the poet’s biography. The Strochenovsky lecture hall opened in the S.A. Yesenin Museum

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

    The Strochenovsky Lecture Hall has opened in the Moscow State Museum of S.A. Yesenin, where scholars talk about little-known pages of the poet’s biography. The first lecture by Professor Yaroslav Leontyev of the Moscow State University named after M.V. Lomonosov, which opens the cycle, is dedicated to Yesenin’s political quest in the 1910s.

    1918. At the height of the Civil War, Sergei Yesenin writes the poem “The Jordanian Dove,” which contains the following lines:

    The sky is like a bell,

    The moon is the language,

    My mother is my homeland,

    I am a Bolshevik.

    For many, such a statement comes as a surprise, but Professor Yaroslav Leontiev came to the conclusion that this was a peculiar attempt to obtain an indulgence from the victorious Bolsheviks.

    Unlike his peers, who were passionately interested in political ideas, Sergei Yesenin was not fanatical, but he did not escape the political temptations of the era. In his youth, he was close to the ideas of Leo Tolstoy, but this interest quickly faded away. Later, while working in the printing house of Ivan Sytin, the poet came into contact with social democrats, socialist revolutionaries, anarchists – and even came under police surveillance.

    Having moved to Petrograd, Yesenin found himself in the editorial office of Severnye Zapiski, a magazine with a liberal-populist orientation. Here he met Leonid Kannegiser, the publisher’s nephew, also an aspiring poet, who in 1918 would shoot the chairman of the Petrograd Extraordinary Commission, Moisei Uritsky. They became close friends – Kannegiser even came to visit Yesenin in Konstantinovo.

    Zinaida Reich is a career Socialist Revolutionary

    Another fateful meeting took place in the editorial office of the newspaper “Delo Naroda” (People’s Cause), the central organ of the Socialist Revolutionary Party (SRs). Here Yesenin met Zinaida Reich, a technical employee of the editorial office. But she was not just a typist – already in high school, Zinaida participated in the SR circle, and in 1917 she headed the party distribution society.

    Through his wife, Yesenin found himself in the very center of the party’s activities, met its leaders, Maria Spiridonova and Boris Kamkov, and also spoke at rallies and published in Socialist Revolutionary publications. In his 1923 autobiography, Yesenin claimed: “I worked with the Socialist Revolutionaries not as a party member, but as a poet.”

    An unexpected political turn

    After the armed conflict between the Left Socialist Revolutionaries and the Bolsheviks in July 1918, Yesenin abruptly changed course. The very line “I am a Bolshevik” appeared, and the poet began to get closer to the communists – for example, he spoke with Lev Kamenev at the opening of a monument to the poet A.V. Koltsov. Yesenin even wrote an application to join the RCP(b), to which the journalist Georgy Ustinov persistently persuaded him. But at the last moment, Sergei Alexandrovich changed his mind and annulled the application. “He claimed that he was to the left of the Communist Party,” notes Yaroslav Leontyev.

    Trotsky, Dzerzhinsky and others

    Thanks to his acquaintance with Yakov Blumkin (a former Left Socialist Revolutionary who had gone over to the Bolsheviks and who had murdered the German ambassador Wilhelm von Mirbach), Yesenin gained access to the highest echelons of power – he met with Lev Trotsky, Anatoly Lunacharsky, Mikhail Kalinin, Felix Dzerzhinsky, and the People’s Commissar of Food Alexander Tsyurupa.

    But the poet does not break old ties: he continues to perform in Left SR clubs, works on the poem “Pugachev”. Even abroad, traveling with Isadora Duncan, he clashes with representatives of the White émigrés, and in New York he visits an old friend – a member of the Central Committee of the Left SRs, Veniamin Levin.

    Decembrist parallel

    Of particular interest is Yesenin’s connection with the Decembrist theme. On December 14, 1917, he spoke at an evening in memory of the Decembrists, organized by the Left Socialist Revolutionaries. And his last visit, now to Leningrad, was in December 1925 – exactly 100 years after the uprising on Senate Square.

    “How can one not draw parallels between two national geniuses – Pushkin and his friendship with the Decembrists and Yesenin with his friends, who were actively involved in politics, and some of them even created it themselves,” Yaroslav Leontyev reasons.

    A New Look at the Poet

    The Strochenovsky Lecture Hall, named after the address of the house-museum on Bolshoy Strochenovsky Lane, is intended as a place where Yeseninists can share not only their knowledge of the poet, but also their Yesenin spirit. Museum director Oleg Robinov emphasizes: these are people for whom Yesenin is a guide in life.

    A poet understandable to everyone. The director of the S.A. Yesenin Museum talks about the updated main exhibition and immediate plans

    The poet’s political connections are just one of the pages of his biography that they plan to reveal in the new lecture hall. The next lectures will be devoted, for example, to his political contacts in the 1920s and other mysterious parallels with the Decembrists.

    You can attend the meetings of the Strochenovsky lecture hall with an entrance ticket to the museum. The first lecture will take place on June 26 at 19:00.

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Samsung Wallet Adds Digital Key Compatibility for Mercedes-Benz

    Source: Samsung

    Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, today announced that Samsung Wallet will support digital key compatibility for Mercedes-Benz vehicles starting in July 2025. With this new integration, Galaxy users1 can now experience a more seamless way to lock, unlock and start their Mercedes-Benz2 vehicle from their smartphone.
    “We’re excited to bring Mercedes-Benz drivers the incredible convenience that comes with Samsung Digital Key access,” said Woncheol Chai, EVP and Head of Digital Wallet Team, Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. “Our collaboration with Mercedes-Benz advances our vision of providing effortless access to tech-enabled experiences across the Galaxy ecosystem.”
    “Bringing convenience and luxury to our customers is our top priority as we strive to bring them the best vehicle experience possible,” said Stefan Blossey, Director of Body-/Comfort-E/E, UX Components at Mercedes-Benz AG. “Samsung Digital Key allows Mercedes-Benz to continue offering our customers convenient access and connectivity to their vehicles.”

    Samsung Wallet is a versatile platform that allows Galaxy users to organize digital keys, payment methods, identification cards, and more — all in one secure and easy-to-use application. Launched in June 2022, and backed by defense-grade security from Samsung Knox, Samsung Wallet smoothly integrates across the broader Galaxy ecosystem to offer powerful connectivity and fortified protection for users in their everyday lives.
    With the addition of the Mercedes-Benz Digital Key on Samsung Wallet, users can experience a new level of convenience at their fingertips. Once inside the vehicle, Samsung’s Digital Key enables drivers to start their vehicle without using their physical key or even removing their smartphone from their pocket. Users can also securely share the digital key with friends or family, through an easy-to-use interface that lets owners grant or disable access as needed.

    The integration of the Mercedes-Benz Digital Key in Samsung Wallet is also backed by Samsung’s commitment to providing a safe, secure and reliable mobile experience for users. Digital keys are securely embedded within the device, meeting rigorous EAL6+3 security standards for protection against unauthorized access. By utilizing Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technologies, a standardized communication protocol set by the Car Connectivity Consortium, the digital key provides precise functionality, significantly reducing the risk of unwanted attempts to access the vehicle.
    If a device containing the digital key in Samsung Wallet is misplaced or stolen, users can log in to the SmartThings Find service to remotely lock or delete the device, securing access to the digital key and further safeguarding their vehicle. With biometric or PIN-based user authentication requirements, Samsung Wallet helps to protect vehicles by keeping access private and secure.4
    Availability
    Digital Key functionality for select Mercedes-Benz vehicles will roll out starting July 2025 in select regions5 worldwide. Users can register their Digital Key through the Mercedes Me application.

    Mercedes-Benz AG at a glance
    Mercedes‑Benz AG is part of the Mercedes‑Benz Group AG with a total of around 175,000 employees worldwide and is responsible for the global business of Mercedes‑Benz Cars and Mercedes‑Benz Vans. Ola Källenius is Chairman of the Board of Management of Mercedes‑Benz AG. The company focuses on the development, production and sales of passenger cars, vans and vehicle-related services. Furthermore, the company aspires to be the leader in the fields of electric mobility and vehicle software. The product portfolio comprises the Mercedes‑Benz brand with Mercedes‑AMG, Mercedes‑Maybach and G‑Class with their all-electric models as well as products of the smart brand. Mercedes‑Benz AG is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of high-end passenger cars. In 2024 it sold around 2,4 million passenger cars and vans. In its two business segments, Mercedes‑Benz AG is continually expanding its worldwide production network with more than 30 production sites on four continents, while gearing itself to meet the requirements of electric mobility. At the same time, the company is constructing and extending its global battery production network on three continents. As sustainability is the guiding principle of the Mercedes‑Benz strategy and for the company itself, this means creating lasting value for all stakeholders: for customers, employees, investors, business partners and society as a whole. The basis for this is the sustainable business strategy of the Mercedes‑Benz Group. The company thus takes responsibility for the economic, ecological and social effects of its business activities and looks at the entire value chain.
    1 Samsung Wallet Digital Key support is available on select devices, including: Galaxy S21 Ultra/S21+, S22 Ultra/S22+, S23 Ultra/S23+, S24 Ultra/S24+, S25 Ultra/S25+, S25 Edge, Note20 Ultra, Z Fold2, Z Fold3, Z Fold4, Z Fold5, Z Fold6, Z Fold Special Edition.
    2 Mercedes-Benz vehicles supporting Digital Car Key differ per region, in the US these include: E-Class Sedan W214, E-Class Wagon S214, Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV Z296, EQS Sedan V297, EQS SUV X296, EQE Sedan V295, EQE SUV X294, S-Class Sedan W223, S-Class Sedan Long V223, Mercedes-Maybach S-Class Z223, Mercedes-AMG GT Coupé C192, Mercedes-AMG SL R232, Mercedes-Maybach SL Z232, C-Class Saloon W206, C-Class Estate S206, GLC SUV X254, GLC Coupé C254. For the full breakdown per region, please visit https://moba.i.mercedes-benz.com/baix/cars/dck-compatibility/landingpage/index.html.
    3 Evaluation Assurance Level6+, for which a product must be evaluated for specific protection against side-channel attacks or other advanced attack vectors, plus additional, more extensive testing and verification of the product’s security functions.
    4 Requires compatible device, SmartThings and Samsung account.
    5 Available regions include: Abu Dhabi, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dubai, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, India, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom and USA.

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Samsung Wallet Adds Digital Key Compatibility for Mercedes-Benz

    Source: Samsung

    Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, today announced that Samsung Wallet will support digital key compatibility for Mercedes-Benz vehicles starting in July 2025. With this new integration, Galaxy users1 can now experience a more seamless way to lock, unlock and start their Mercedes-Benz2 vehicle from their smartphone.
    “We’re excited to bring Mercedes-Benz drivers the incredible convenience that comes with Samsung Digital Key access,” said Woncheol Chai, EVP and Head of Digital Wallet Team, Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. “Our collaboration with Mercedes-Benz advances our vision of providing effortless access to tech-enabled experiences across the Galaxy ecosystem.”
    “Bringing convenience and luxury to our customers is our top priority as we strive to bring them the best vehicle experience possible,” said Stefan Blossey, Director of Body-/Comfort-E/E, UX Components at Mercedes-Benz AG. “Samsung Digital Key allows Mercedes-Benz to continue offering our customers convenient access and connectivity to their vehicles.”

    Samsung Wallet is a versatile platform that allows Galaxy users to organize digital keys, payment methods, identification cards, and more — all in one secure and easy-to-use application. Launched in June 2022, and backed by defense-grade security from Samsung Knox, Samsung Wallet smoothly integrates across the broader Galaxy ecosystem to offer powerful connectivity and fortified protection for users in their everyday lives.
    With the addition of the Mercedes-Benz Digital Key on Samsung Wallet, users can experience a new level of convenience at their fingertips. Once inside the vehicle, Samsung’s Digital Key enables drivers to start their vehicle without using their physical key or even removing their smartphone from their pocket. Users can also securely share the digital key with friends or family, through an easy-to-use interface that lets owners grant or disable access as needed.

    The integration of the Mercedes-Benz Digital Key in Samsung Wallet is also backed by Samsung’s commitment to providing a safe, secure and reliable mobile experience for users. Digital keys are securely embedded within the device, meeting rigorous EAL6+3 security standards for protection against unauthorized access. By utilizing Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technologies, a standardized communication protocol set by the Car Connectivity Consortium, the digital key provides precise functionality, significantly reducing the risk of unwanted attempts to access the vehicle.
    If a device containing the digital key in Samsung Wallet is misplaced or stolen, users can log in to the SmartThings Find service to remotely lock or delete the device, securing access to the digital key and further safeguarding their vehicle. With biometric or PIN-based user authentication requirements, Samsung Wallet helps to protect vehicles by keeping access private and secure.4
    Availability
    Digital Key functionality for select Mercedes-Benz vehicles will roll out starting July 2025 in select regions5 worldwide. Users can register their Digital Key through the Mercedes Me application.

    Mercedes-Benz AG at a glance
    Mercedes‑Benz AG is part of the Mercedes‑Benz Group AG with a total of around 175,000 employees worldwide and is responsible for the global business of Mercedes‑Benz Cars and Mercedes‑Benz Vans. Ola Källenius is Chairman of the Board of Management of Mercedes‑Benz AG. The company focuses on the development, production and sales of passenger cars, vans and vehicle-related services. Furthermore, the company aspires to be the leader in the fields of electric mobility and vehicle software. The product portfolio comprises the Mercedes‑Benz brand with Mercedes‑AMG, Mercedes‑Maybach and G‑Class with their all-electric models as well as products of the smart brand. Mercedes‑Benz AG is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of high-end passenger cars. In 2024 it sold around 2,4 million passenger cars and vans. In its two business segments, Mercedes‑Benz AG is continually expanding its worldwide production network with more than 30 production sites on four continents, while gearing itself to meet the requirements of electric mobility. At the same time, the company is constructing and extending its global battery production network on three continents. As sustainability is the guiding principle of the Mercedes‑Benz strategy and for the company itself, this means creating lasting value for all stakeholders: for customers, employees, investors, business partners and society as a whole. The basis for this is the sustainable business strategy of the Mercedes‑Benz Group. The company thus takes responsibility for the economic, ecological and social effects of its business activities and looks at the entire value chain.
    1 Samsung Wallet Digital Key support is available on select devices, including: Galaxy S21 Ultra/S21+, S22 Ultra/S22+, S23 Ultra/S23+, S24 Ultra/S24+, S25 Ultra/S25+, S25 Edge, Note20 Ultra, Z Fold2, Z Fold3, Z Fold4, Z Fold5, Z Fold6, Z Fold Special Edition.
    2 Mercedes-Benz vehicles supporting Digital Car Key differ per region, in the US these include: E-Class Sedan W214, E-Class Wagon S214, Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV Z296, EQS Sedan V297, EQS SUV X296, EQE Sedan V295, EQE SUV X294, S-Class Sedan W223, S-Class Sedan Long V223, Mercedes-Maybach S-Class Z223, Mercedes-AMG GT Coupé C192, Mercedes-AMG SL R232, Mercedes-Maybach SL Z232, C-Class Saloon W206, C-Class Estate S206, GLC SUV X254, GLC Coupé C254. For the full breakdown per region, please visit https://moba.i.mercedes-benz.com/baix/cars/dck-compatibility/landingpage/index.html.
    3 Evaluation Assurance Level6+, for which a product must be evaluated for specific protection against side-channel attacks or other advanced attack vectors, plus additional, more extensive testing and verification of the product’s security functions.
    4 Requires compatible device, SmartThings and Samsung account.
    5 Available regions include: Abu Dhabi, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dubai, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, India, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom and USA.

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Tech in stealth mode today’ might ‘change the world’ tomorrow.

    Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)

    The World Economic Forum is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business, cultural and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. We believe that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to make positive change.

    World Economic Forum Website ► http://www.weforum.org/
    Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/worldeconomicforum/
    YouTube ► https://www.youtube.com/wef
    Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/worldeconomicforum/ 
    Twitter ► https://twitter.com/wef
    LinkedIn ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/world-economic-forum
    TikTok ► https://www.tiktok.com/@worldeconomicforum
    Flipboard ► https://flipboard.com/@WEF

    #WorldEconomicForum

    https://www.youtube.com/shorts/1xqTMadw490

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  • MIL-OSI Video: President Cyril Ramaphosa’s oral replies to questions in the National Council of Provinces (NCOP)

    Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)

    President Cyril Ramaphosa’s oral replies to questions in the National Council of Provinces (NCOP)

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=taxe7_alknE

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  • MIL-OSI Europe: Security requires co-operation, dialogue, emphasizes OSCE Secretary General at high-level Annual Security Review

    Source: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe – OSCE

    Headline: Security requires co-operation, dialogue, emphasizes OSCE Secretary General at high-level Annual Security Review

    VIENNA, 25 June 2025 – Today OSCE Secretary General Feridun H. Sinirlioğlu addressed the opening plenary session of the high-level Annual Security Review Conference (ASRC), a two-day conference, convened by the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) in Vienna.
    In his opening remarks, the Secretary General said,
    “The ASRC is a pillar of what here at the OSCE we call the politico-military dimension of security, and I can hardly stress enough the importance of meeting at this moment. We must remember that security cannot – and will not – be guaranteed by military deterrence alone. It should be ensured through co-operation too, and that requires dialogue.”
    Over the course of the two-day conference, representatives from across the 57 participating States will engage in critical discussions as they review the current security landscape and the efforts undertaken by the OSCE and its 57 participating States to promote peace and stability across the region.
    In his address to the plenary session, the Secretary General emphasized the importance of discussions on security in the current international environment.
    “The breaking of fundamental norms and principles is the biggest challenge in front of us today. This cannot become the new normal. Once rules do not matter to some, they won’t matter for anyone. And that becomes a problem for everyone. Therefore, when it comes to principles, they should be applied to everyone. Period,” he added.
    The ASRC provides participating States with the opportunity to exchange views on issues related to the OSCE’s politico-military dimension and to promote the exchange of information and co-operation with relevant international and regional organizations and institutions.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Aberdeen Armed Forces Day flag design winner announced

    Source: Scotland – City of Aberdeen

    A “vibrant and thoughtful” design by Marley Smith, a Primary Six pupil, at Broomhill School, has been selected as the artwork to be printed on 2,000 hand-held flags for Aberdeen’s Armed Forces Day parade on Saturday (28 June).

    The Lord Provost of Aberdeen, Dr David Cameron, in his role as His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant and the Lady Provost of Aberdeen Hazel Cameron chose Marley’s artwork, from 278 entries. 

    The Lord-Lieutenant of Aberdeen, Dr David Cameron said: “The Lady Provost and I found it very difficult to choose the winners and overall winner as the artwork submitted from pupils from across the city was outstanding.  We both agreed that Marley’s vibrant and thoughtful design which is now on 2,000 hand-held flags will look great as spectators wave them as the parade goes by.

    “The ‘design a flag’ competition not only showcases the creativity of our young people but also highlights the community’s strong support for our Armed Forces.”

    Residents and visitors alike are invited to watch the parade, which will feature more than 1,000 serving military personnel, veterans, and cadets, who will parade through the city centre, where they will be joined by massed pipes and drums and vintage military vehicles.

    The parade will start at Albyn Place at 11am, then make its way along Union Street, Union Terrace, Schoolhill, Upperkirkgate, Broad Street, and finish at the Castlegate, at approximately 11.30am. 

    On Broad Street, the Lord-Lieutenant, joined by representatives from the UK’s Armed Forces, will take the salute outside Marischal College in front of the City’s official flagpole.

    More information about the parade including details of temporary road closures, can be viewed here.  

    While Marley Smith was the winner of the 8-10 year age group category and overall winner, Ebonie Ross, from Kirkhill School won the 5-7 year old age group category, and Olivia Munro, from Hazlehead School, was the winner of the 11-12 year old age group category.

    The three winners each received a family pass to the Gordon Highlanders Museum and a Hobbycraft gift voucher.   

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Leader welcomes positive outlook for Edinburgh’s economy

    Source: Scotland – City of Edinburgh

    Council Leader Jane Meagher writes in the Evening News today to welcome positive news for Edinburgh’s economy.

    Edinburgh has long been Scotland’s economic powerhouse and we’re now ahead of London for the first time.

    The value of goods and services produced here in Edinburgh per person has now surpassed London’s. That’s according to economic data recently published by the Office for National Statistics.

    The figures reveal gross domestic product per head of £69,809 in Edinburgh, compared to £69,077 in London. This steady growth of Edinburgh’s economy to outperform that of London’s is no small feat. Twenty-five years ago, this same data put London 19% ahead of Edinburgh, highlighting just how well we perform as a city.

    This is good news for our local businesses, and it shows that Edinburgh is an environment in which small, local enterprises can thrive. It also demonstrates the confidence global investors have in Edinburgh. In the last year alone, we’ve welcomed 27 instances of foreign direct investment, from shops like Søstrene Grene and MINISO to major renewable energy consultants PSC.

    This is impressive and is in part thanks to the city’s resilient business community and strong employment opportunities. The economy in the city has been driven forward by a combination of relying on established sectors such as, financial services and our universities, as well as embracing new and emerging opportunities in areas such as life sciences and technology.  

    Linked to this, we’ve seen the UK Chancellor commit up to £750 million for the city and the region for a next generation ‘Exascale super-computer’ at the University of Edinburgh. This will be a national asset supporting jobs and investment and reaffirms the region’s role as an economic powerhouse. This is in keeping with the eight growth-driving sectors identified in the new Industrial Strategy, placing Edinburgh and the region in a strong position to continue to receive investment and grow the local economy.

    On top of this, £410 million will be shared across the devolved nations for a Local Innovation Partnership Fund and it makes great sense for our City Region to lead on this in Scotland. From artificial intelligence to data and robotics, this money could unlock a huge amount of investment, building on the successful projects we’ve already delivered, including the National Robotarium, the Usher Institute and Easter Bush which is now the global location of ‘Agritech’ excellence.

    Given Edinburgh’s longstanding innovation capabilities it is fantastic that we will be able to reap the associated economic, social and environmental benefits. That said, our challenge is to manage Edinburgh’s success and growth, and ensure it is fair and sustainable. To keep thriving, we need to manage the pressures placed on our housing, environment and our residents. This is the fastest growing city in Scotland, with the population expected to increase by 60,000 over the next 20 years and over four million visitors every year.

    Everyone should be able to benefit from Edinburgh’s continued economic success. We are clearly contributing more than our share to the Scottish and UK economies and both governments should continue to take note.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Over 1,100 Edinburgh Primary School children take to the stage at the Usher Hall for the Edinburgh 900 Big Sing event

    Source: Scotland – City of Edinburgh

    Schools Big Sing at the Usher Hall

    On Friday 20 June, over 1,100 children from 22 City of Edinburgh primary schools joined together for the Edinburgh 900 Big Sing event at the prestigious Usher Hall.

    Taking to the stage was an orchestra of 70 primary school aged musicians, eight singers from Edinburgh Schools Rock Ensemble and a choir of pupils from Castlebrae Community High School and Tynecastle High Schools.

    The event showcased collaborative performances from the City of Edinburgh Instrumental Music Service, Youth Music Initiative Music Instructors, Royal Conservatoire of Scotland students and Love Music.

    During the event, pupils were invited to join in and sing six songs, taught and led by presenter and choir leader, Stephen Deazley.  The event also featured the world premiere of a song written especially for the event by the award-winning Scottish indie-pop band, Sacred Paws, called ‘Better Side Of Town’.

    Musicians Ray Aggs and Eilidh Rodgers worked with pupils from Castlebrae Community High School and Tynecastle High Schools to write lyrics and musical material for the song alongside Love Music’s Artistic Director, Stephen Deazley.

    This event formed part of the celebration of Edinburgh 900, marking 900 years of formal ‘local democracy’ when, in 1124 King David I created the royal burgh of Edinburgh, one of the oldest in Scotland. This year, a series of events, talks, tours and tales will help to tell the fascinating and diverse stories of Edinburgh’s journey and unique story.

    Councillor James Dalgleish, Convener Education, Children and Families Committee commented:

    It was a real pleasure to hear the musical talents of Edinburgh primary school children on display in the setting of the Usher Hall. Music has a unique ability to unite and inspire, and it was fantastic to see the way that pupils from across our schools joined together to in a fun and inclusive way. I want to thank our Instrumental Music Service teachers and school staff who made this event possible, and congratulate our young musicians on a brilliant performance.

    Stephen Deazley, Love Music Artistic Director said:

    Creating space and opportunity for joyful communal singing is so important for our young people and school communities. Nothing lifts your spirit like it, which is why we were delighted to be invited to work alongside amazing musicians from Edinburgh’s instrumental Music Service to bring this ambitious project to the Usher Hall.

    Published: June 25th 2025

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Town Hall Bike Park to launch new membership scheme

    Source: City of Leicester

    A NEW annual membership scheme is being introduced at Leicester’s main bike park, in the city’s Town hall Square.

    From Monday 7 July, cyclists using the secure parking offered at the Town Hall Bike Park will need to have an Active Leicester Cycle Hub membership.

    Current Active Leicester members can simply add Cycle Hub membership to their existing account.

    Membership cards will need to be scanned when leaving a cycle at the Bike Park.

    Cllr Geoff Whittle, assistant city mayor for environment and transport, said: “Secure and reliable bike parking is a really important element of encouraging more people to cycle into the city centre. The new membership scheme will make parking quicker and easier and will continue to provide excellent value for money.”

    Membership will cost £10 per year but will be free for 12 months for anyone signing up before Monday 7 July.

    There will no fee for daily parking for members.

     However, there will be a £5 per night charge for any bikes not collected on the same day.

    Joining is easy and can be done in the Bike Park or online at to www.leicester.gov.uk/cycleleicester

    Membership for the Bike Park can also be arranged at any city council leisure centre.

    It’s planned that the new membership scheme will be rolled out to all secure cycle parking hubs across the city, including St Margaret’s bus station, Park and Ride sites, the railway station and city leisure centres.

    Over 30,000 bikes were parked at the Town Hall Bike Park last year. It is expected that this will increase to over 35,000 this year.

    The Town Hall Bike Park is open between 8am to 6.30pm from Monday to Friday, from 8.30am to 6pm on Saturdays, and 10am to 4pm on Sundays.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Menzieshill communal lighting

    Source: Scotland – City of Dundee

    HUNDREDS of people in a Dundee community are enjoying reliable and robust lighting thanks to more than £1m of investment by the city council.

    A total of 93 blocks of flats in Menzieshill are having new communal lighting installed to replace the ageing systems previously in the buildings.

    Kevin Cordell, convener of Dundee City Council’s neighbourhood regeneration, housing and estate management committee has been in Menzieshill to see the work for himself.

    He said: “Quality of life for the people of Dundee remains one of the council’s key priorities, and over many years communities have been transformed. New communal lighting like this helps us to deliver strong communities where people feel empowered, safe and proud to live.

    “This type of work benefits hundreds of residents who have external and, in some cases, communal lighting that complies with the relevant British Standards and enhances their quality of life.”

    The contract, awarded to the council’s Construction Services division late last year, sees them stripping out and removing general communal lighting, with a team of in-house electricians, including two apprentices.

    New systems are being supplied, installed, tested, commissioned and certified within six months at a total cost of £1,046,057.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Coventry School’s Arts Week celebrates young talent and cultural legacy

    Source: City of Coventry

    Coventry City Council and Cultural Education Partnership (CCEP) is proud to announce the launch of the very first Coventry School’s Arts Week, that’s been taking place across the city this week.

    This exciting new initiative brings together children and young people from schools across Coventry to celebrate creativity, self-expression and the rich cultural life of our city. Organised by CCEP – a vibrant network of professionals and organisations committed to lifelong learning – this landmark event aims to showcase the artistic talents of our youngest residents while nurturing a passion for arts and culture from an early age.

    The Coventry Cultural Education Partnership supports learning opportunities for children and young people aged 0–30, drawing on the strengths of both the creative and cultural sectors and the city’s formal education settings. By coming together, schools, artists, educators and cultural organisations are working in unison to inspire the next generation and open doors to new opportunities.

    So far, the week has already seen the Sky Arts Bus at West Coventry Academy. This initiative is aimed at promoting and celebrating arts in education. The bus provided arts-related activities and resources for students.

    There has also been the launch of a school’s art exhibition at the Herbert Art Gallery on Tuesday 24 June. This free exhibition offers a fascinating glimpse into childhood artistic development and is open throughout the summer holidays. Last night also saw seven music groups from Coventry Music and nine schools come together to perform at Butterworth Hall at Warwick Ars Centre, with a further nine schools performing throughout the day to each other.

    Councillor Dr Kindy Sandhu, Cabinet Member for Education and Skills said: “I am incredibly proud to see initiatives like Coventry School’s Arts Week taking place in our city. It provides a chance to showcase our young people, their creativity, and the opportunities we create together. This is about more than just art—it’s about confidence, collaboration and giving every child the chance to shine.”

    This Friday (27 June) at 11am there will be a city-wide school’s performance of “Lady Godiva’s Birthday Suit The Musical”, by Aaron Ashmore. The performance will bring together around 750 pupils from schools across the city to share their musical retelling of the legendary local story.

    The project is a collaboration between Coventry Music, Coventry Cultural Education Partnership (CCEP), Child Friendly Coventry, and national partners including the Royal Ballet and Opera. Every school in Coventry has been gifted a free copy of the musical to use in school.

    Aaron Ashmore, Local Coventry Author said: “To see so many young people bring this story to life with such energy and creativity will be incredibly inspiring. Lady Godiva is a symbol of courage and community – and that’s exactly what this performance is about.”

    On Saturday 28 April, as part of the art’s week festival there will be a ‘Booknic’ taking place at War Memorial Park between 11am – 3pm. This is a free reading picnic that encourages people to relax, eat and chat about books. There will also be a range of sport and art activities.

    Families are invited to meet next to the playground in the War Memorial Park at 11am to take part in a carnival-style parade.

    After the parade, families can stay and enjoy activities such as author and illustrator events; book trails; a giant book swap; library events; circus skills; skateboarding; tennis and much more.

    Mark Steele, Coventry Music Lead and Chair of Coventry Cultural Education Partnership said: “Creative and Cultural Education is crucial for young people, so having the opportunity to sing, dance and act with other pupils across the city is so important to develop hidden talents and skills in students”.

    To keep up to date with the latest news, sign up for our Your Coventry email newsletter or follow the Council on Facebook, X, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok.

    More information about Booknic 2025

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Almost half a million people saw the museum’s exhibits on Red Square — Sobyanin

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    More than 472 thousand people visited immersive museum on Red Square. About this in his telegram channel Sergei Sobyanin reported.

    “The exhibition dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the 1945 Victory Parade consisted of several thematic zones. Each one told about the unwavering spirit of the people during the war years,” the Moscow Mayor wrote.

    Source: Sergei Sobyanin’s Telegram channel @mos_sobyanin

    Among the unique objects of the open-air museum was the Victory train “We are from Berlin”, consisting of two carriages and an open platform, where songs were performed and a fragment of a front-line performance was shown.

    In addition, the historical fountain of the Victors was recreated using modern technologies. An exhibition called “Moscow Meets Victory” was also organized here, which included personal belongings of military leaders who participated in the Victory Parade.

    “On Red Square, one could see various theatrical performances and retro cars from the Vadim Zadorozhny Museum of Technology. The guests were accompanied by more than 300 volunteers,” added Sergei Sobyanin.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: IAEA Launches Management System Advisory Service to Support the Introduction of Nuclear Power, Conducts First Mission to Saudi Arabia

    Source: International Atomic Energy Agency – IAEA

    An IAEA team of experts visited the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to conduct the first IAEA Management Systems Advisory Service (IMSAS) mission. (Photo: DNEC).

    The IAEA conducted its first-ever management systems advisory service in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from 19 to 22 May 2025.

    The IAEA Management Systems Advisory Service (IMSAS) was established to support newcomer countries in developing robust and effective nuclear infrastructure, in response to findings from the Agency’s Integrated Nuclear Infrastructure Review (INIR) missions that highlighted inconsistencies in the implementation of management systems among countries embarking on new nuclear power programmes.

    As part of the IAEA’s broader commitment to support countries in introducing nuclear power in their energy mix, IMSAS helps nuclear organizations develop and maintain management systems appropriate to the current phase of the nuclear power programme. A management system is a set of interrelated or interacting elements — including organizational structure, responsibilities, resources, and processes — established to achieve organizational objectives in an efficient and effective manner.

    Saudi Arabia is embarking on a nuclear power programme as part of its strategy to transition towards a diversified energy sector and building national capabilities in advanced energy technologies, all as part of its Vision 2030. In support of this plan, Saudi Arabia is following the IAEA’s Milestones Approach and actively cooperates with the IAEA through a coordinated Integrated Workplan to support its nuclear infrastructure development.

    In November 2024, Duwayhin Nuclear Energy Company (DNEC), which is designated as the owner/operator for the first nuclear power plant, requested the IAEA to conduct the IMSAS mission to review whether the current management system in DNEC is appropriate and adequate to support its current and planned activities.

    During its review, the IMSAS team – comprised of four external experts from Hungary, Sweden, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, as well as three IAEA staff members – reviewed documentation and conducted technical discussions with the DNEC in Riyadh.

    “The IMSAS team found that DNEC has a well-developed management system that effectively supports the organization in carrying out its current and future activities. We commend DNEC on the efforts undertaken to date to develop its management system, which will help support the safe and effective implementation Saudi Arabia’s nuclear power programme,” said Liliya Dulinets, Section Head of the IAEA Nuclear Infrastructure Development Section.

    In its draft final report, issued at the closing session, the mission team identified four good practices by DNEC. These included the development of its management system using a structured, project-based approach that ensures effective planning and coordination; the clear documentation of governance and management frameworks, which provides staff with a solid understanding of roles and responsibilities; and the transition to a fully electronic management system to enhance accessibility and usability.

    Two recommendations and four suggestions were also noted. These included opportunities for improvement related to enhancing the consistency of the management system documentation, formalizing the approach to process development, and elevating the level of ownership of the management system within the organization.

    “Our objective in requesting the mission was to have the IAEA conduct a cold-eye review of how we manage our day-to-day operations, particularly our management system,” said Khalid Al Gazlan, DNEC CEO. “The results of the mission were excellent, and the recommendations and suggestions provided will greatly support our continuous improvement efforts. We remain committed to cooperating with the IAEA through the Integrated Work Plan across all phases of our project, to ensure the establishment of a competent Owner-Operator; we thank the IAEA and the IMSAS team for this constructive and productive mission. This mission was a testament that the Kingdom is moving confidently towards building a sustainable civil nuclear program, supported by national competencies and strong international partnership.”

    The final mission report will be provided to DNEC within three months.

    About IMSAS

    IMSAS was established to support the review of management systems in countries embarking on new nuclear power programmes. It provides a structured approach for the self-assessment of the management systems of the regulatory body and owner/operator organization, as well as an independent review conducted by IAEA and international experts.

    IMSAS missions help organizations develop and maintain effective management systems consistent with the current phase of the nuclear power programme. It assists these organizations in aligning their management systems with IAEA standards and international good practices to support the implementation of current and planned activities. Additionally, IMSAS enables the identification of strengths and weaknesses through a combination of self-assessment and independent review, providing recommendations for improvement and highlighting good practices.

    The IAEA offers its Member States a wide array of review services. For the introduction of nuclear power, the Agency’s peer review service include, for example, the Integrated Nuclear Infrastructure Review (INIR) and the Stakeholder Engagement Advisory Service for Nuclear Power Programmes (SEAS).

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: NSU entered the top Russian universities with the highest salaries of graduates in the field of economics and finance

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    SuperJob presentedratingRussian universities by the level of salaries of 2019–2024 graduates working in economics and finance. Two universities from Novosibirsk were included in the rating: Novosibirsk National Research State University and Novosibirsk State University of Economics and Management “NINH”.

    NSU took 12th place in the ranking this year. The average salary of economics graduates in 2024 increased by 10,000 rubles and now amounts to 110,000 rubles per month. 86% of graduates continue to work in Novosibirsk.

    Faculty of Economics, NSU among the three largest faculties of the university. It offers bachelor’s degree programs in 5 areas – “Economics”, “Sociology”, “Management”, “Jurisprudence” and “Business Informatics”. The competition for admission to the Faculty of Economics is traditionally high. Thus, for business informatics, according to the results of the 2024 admission campaign, the competition was 48 people per place.

    The Faculty of Economics at NSU is developing dynamically and offers students new, popular courses and programs. Thus, in 2025, NSU was the first in Russia to launch an educational course on product management with elements of artificial intelligence.

    In total, 57 state universities from 40 cities were included in the SuperJob ranking of economic universities. State universities took part in the study: classical and specialized economic universities.

    We reviewed resumes for positions in the fields of economics, finance, banking, auditing, taxation, etc., posted no earlier than 365 days before the publication date of the study.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: China to host screening of joint Chinese-Russian film “Red Silk,” dedicated to the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries and the 80th anniversary of the victory in the World Anti-Fascist War

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

    BEIJING, June 25 (Xinhua) — The Chinese-Russian retro detective action film “Red Silk” will hit Chinese screens in September 2025 to mark the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries and the 80th anniversary of the victory in the World Anti-Fascist War, it was announced at the recently concluded 27th Shanghai International Film Festival.

    On February 20 of this year, the film was presented in Russia, becoming a blockbuster on the local film market. According to the search engine Yandex, as of May 11, 2025, the film’s box office receipts in the Russian Federation exceeded 688 million rubles, and the total receipts in Russia and the CIS countries were more than 695 million rubles.

    The plot of the film by Russian director Andrei Volgin revolves around a joint historical episode of China and the USSR in 1927, when a courier of the Chinese Communist Party carries secret documents to Moscow along the Trans-Siberian Railway that will determine the future of China and the USSR. Under the guise of ordinary passengers, foreign intelligence agents and real thugs are hiding, ready to do anything for the documents. A young Red Army soldier and a former tsarist agent have to unite to expose a common enemy.

    Film critics noted that “Red Silk” represents an in-depth collaboration between Chinese and Russian filmmakers, which affected not only the development of the idea and content creation, as before, but also pre-production preparation, coordination of efforts during filming, post-production and final editing, as well as the final release and marketing.

    “In recent years, exchanges in the film industry between China and Russia have noticeably increased, thanks to which cooperation between the two countries in the film industry has moved from the initial stage of jointly shooting individual films to a new architecture of interaction along the entire film production chain,” famous Chinese film critic Liang Jiashan told The Paper media platform during the Shanghai Film Festival.

    Let us recall that 2024-2025 were designated as the Cross Years of Culture of China and Russia. In early May 2025, the 18th meeting of the Subcommittee on Cooperation in Cinematography of the Chinese-Russian Commission on Humanitarian Cooperation was held in Moscow, where both sides reached consensus on a wide range of issues, including joint organization of film exhibitions, mutual promotion of domestic films, joint production of films, training of young specialists and development of film-making equipment. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI United Nations: 25 June 2025 Departmental update Momentum builds to protect immunization post World Health Assembly

    Source: World Health Organisation

    Several high-level side events were convened, including on measles and rubella, meningitis, polio and outbreak response, to elevate the critical role of immunization in protecting public health and building resilient systems. The declaration of 17 November as World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day also reinforced the global call to scale up HPV vaccination efforts. 

    The World Health Assembly also marked the midpoint of the Immunization Agenda 2030 (IA2030). As highlighted in WHO’s latest progress report, the world is not on track to meet IA2030 targets. Too many children remain unreached, and the consequences are visible in rising outbreaks of measles, yellow fever, and other vaccine-preventable diseases. Member States stressed the urgency of reaching “zero-dose” children and strengthening primary health care as the platform for integrated immunization services. 

    These challenges underscore the importance of Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance’s upcoming high-level pledging summit on 25 June, co-hosted by the European Union and the Gates Foundation. The summit aims to raise at least US$ 9 billion to support the next phase of Gavi’s strategy (2026–2030), which seeks to protect 500 million more children and save at least 8 million lives. The Director-General will join global partners to advocate for robust and sustained support, particularly in the face of climate-related emergencies, conflict, and pandemic threats. 

    As WHO and partners reaffirm the value of immunization as a health and economic investment—with a return of US$ 54 for every dollar spent—this is a defining moment to align political will, resources, and innovation to close the immunization gap and deliver on our IA2030 vision. 

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Courtesy Call on State Minister for Foreign Affairs Mr. FUJII Hisayuki by H.E. Mr. Hamza Adan Haadoow, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Federal Republic of Somalia

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

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    On June 25, commencing at 4:00 p.m., for approximately 30 minutes, Mr. FUJII Hisayuki, State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, received a courtesy call from H.E. Mr. Hamza Adan Haadoow, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Federal Republic of Somalia. The overview of the courtesy call is as follows:

    1. At the outset, State Minister Fujii welcomed Permanent Secretary Hamza’s visit to Japan and expressed his expectation for further cooperation at the United Nations, including the Security Council, with the Federal Republic of Somalia, as Somalia is serving as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for two years from 2025.
    2. In response, Permanent Secretary Hamza expressed gratitude for Japan’s support so far and stated that Somalia would like to further deepen cooperation in the international arena including the Security Council, and bilateral cooperation.
    3. State Minister Fujii, while mentioning Japan’s efforts, stated that Japan would like to continue cooperation with Somalia towards its peace and stability. In response, Permanent Secretary Hamza expressed his expectation for Japan’s cooperation.
    4. They also exchanged views on regional situations such as their policies toward North Korea including on the nuclear and missile issues as well as the abductions issue, cooperation in UN Security Council reform，maintaining and strengthening the international order based on the rule of law, the cooperation toward the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) and others. They concurred to continue close cooperation in the international arena.

    – on behalf of Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan.

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