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  • MIL-OSI: Long Ridge Energy LLC Announces Timing of First Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

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    HANNIBAL, Ohio, June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Long Ridge Energy LLC (“LRE”) is announcing its first quarter 2025 investor call for Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 10:00 AM EDT. LRE comprises the electric power and natural gas business of Long Ridge Energy & Power LLC (“LREP”). LREP is a wholly owned portfolio company of FTAI Infrastructure, Inc. (Nasdaq:FIP). In February 2026 LRE completed the incurrence of $1 billion of new debt comprised of $600 million of Senior Secured Notes due 2032 and a $400 million Term Loan B due 2032. The conference call may be accessed by registering via the following link: https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BI81c49385c26347ea8cb913bb0de3966d. Once registered, participants will receive a dial-in and unique pin to access the call.

    A simultaneous webcast of the conference call will be available to the public on a listen-only basis at https://www.longridgeenergy.com. Please allow extra time prior to the call to visit the site and download the necessary software required to listen to the internet broadcast.

    Long Ridge will post its first quarter 2025 financial statements and an investor presentation to its website prior to the earnings call.

    A replay of the conference call will be available after 12:00 P.M. on Thursday, June 12, 2025, through 12:00 P.M. on Friday, June 20, 2025.

    The information contained on, or accessible through, any websites included in this press release is not incorporated by reference into, and should not be considered a part of, this press release.

    About Long Ridge Energy and Power LLC:

    Long Ridge Energy and Power LLC owns and operates a site consisting of over 1,600 acres along the Ohio River in Southeastern Ohio. Through its subsidiary LRE, LREP operates a 485 MW combined cycle power plant serving the PJM grid and drills and operates natural gas wells in Southeastern Ohio and West Virginia. A large portion of natural gas produced is used in the operation of the power plant. In addition, LREP is developing additional opportunities on its property to site and serve data centers either through the PJM grid or with co-located behind-the-meter power. LREP also uses its Ohio River access to serve businesses needing commodity transloading and storage.

    About FTAI Infrastructure Inc.

    FTAI Infrastructure primarily invests in critical infrastructure with high barriers to entry across the rail, ports and terminals, and power and gas sectors that, on a combined basis, generate strong and stable cash flows with the potential for earnings growth and asset appreciation. FTAI Infrastructure is externally managed by an affiliate of Fortress Investment Group LLC, a leading, diversified global investment firm.

    For further information, please contact:

    Vance E. Powers
    Chief Financial Offer
    Long Ridge Energy and Power LLC
    724-416-5534

    Alan Andreini
    Investor Relations
    FTAI Infrastructure Inc.
    646-734-9414
    aandreini@ftaiaviation.com

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  • MIL-OSI: PFM CRYPTO Launches 2-Day XRP Mining Contract, Short-Term XRP Investment Users Surge 300%

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Farington, England, June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Global cloud mining leader PFM CRYPTO today announced the launch of a 2-day XRP cloud mining contract, offering investors a flexible and efficient opportunity to grow their XRP holdings. The product received an overwhelmingly positive response from the market. In just one week, the number of short-term XRP investors on the platform surged by 300%, reflecting strong demand for low-barrier, high-liquidity crypto investment products.

    The 2-day XRP mining contract is the latest short-term crypto mining product from PFM CRYPTO, following the success of its Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Dogecoin cloud mining contracts. With ultra-low entry thresholds, flexible durations, and stable returns, this XRP-focused solution has quickly become a favorite among XRP holders and short-term investors alike.

    In the rapidly evolving world of crypto, simplicity and sustainable profitability are essential. For beginners seeking a reliable source of passive income, PFMCrypto’s cloud mining service stands out as an attractive option.

    What Is PFMCrypto Cloud Mining?

    PFMCrypto cloud mining is a remote cryptocurrency mining solution that supports a wide range of digital assets, including XRP. Users tap into PFMCrypto’s robust computing power to earn profits—without needing to buy mining hardware or manage technical maintenance. By leveraging powerful mining farms, PFMCrypto allows users to benefit from real-time mining rewards as complex blockchain problems are solved continuously.

    Key Benefits of PFMCrypto Cloud Mining

    No Hardware Required: No need to purchase costly equipment—users mine using the platform’s powerful resources.

    Zero Maintenance Costs: Electricity, repairs, and operations are handled entirely by PFMCrypto.

    Green Energy Efficiency: All mining operations are powered by solar and wind energy—sustainable and cost-effective.

    Beginner-Friendly: No technical skills needed. New users receive a $10 sign-up bonus instantly.

    Stable Daily Returns: Daily payouts with full principal refunds upon contract maturity to ensure capital safety.

    Flexible Contract Options: Investment plans range from $100 to $100,000, with contract durations spanning from 1 to 50 days.

    Cloud Mining Contract Strategy: Powered by Real Results

    With the launch of the 2-day XRP contract, PFMCrypto is opening its high-performance cloud mining infrastructure to the public—free to access. Since its founding in 2018, the platform has expanded to over 9.2 million active users across 192 countries and regions, delivering exceptional results:

    2-Day Strategy: +6.6% return

    5-Day Strategy: +6.15% return

    15-Day Strategy: +20.7% return

    30-Day Strategy: +55.6% return

    These performance figures are not forecasts—they reflect real-world results from millions of users. This is made possible by PFMCrypto’s AI-powered profit optimization and results-focused mining model.

    How to Get Started with PFMCrypto Cloud Mining

    1.Register: Sign up today and receive a $10 welcome bonus, plus $0.60 daily check-in rewards.

    2.Choose a Contract: Select a mining plan that aligns with your budget and financial goals. PFMCrypto offers solutions for both beginners and advanced investors.

    3.Start Earning: Once your contract is activated, PFMCrypto’s intelligent platform does the rest—ensuring a seamless, high-efficiency mining operation that maximizes your earnings.

    About PFMCrypto

    Founded in 2018, PFMCrypto represents a new generation of AI-driven cloud mining, built on data, performance, and trust. With a rapidly growing global user base, PFMCrypto stands out as one of the most promising crypto investment opportunities of the year—especially for investors seeking sustainable, long-term returns over speculation.

    Full details and participation: https://pfmcrypto.net 

    Disclaimer: The information provided in this press release does not constitute an investment solicitation, nor does it constitute investment advice, financial advice, or trading recommendations. Cryptocurrency mining and staking involve risks and the possibility of losing funds. It is strongly recommended that you perform due diligence before investing or trading in cryptocurrencies and securities, including consulting a professional financial advisor.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Former Chief Financial Officer Pleads Guilty to Theft in Connection with Health Care

    Source: US FBI

    PORTLAND, Ore.—The former Chief Financial Officer of Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission (PSMFC) pleaded guilty Thursday for stealing money from PSMFC’s health benefit trust account.

    Pamela J. Kahut, 67, of Wilsonville, Oregon, pleaded guilty to theft in connection with health care.

    According to court documents, Kahut, as Chief Financial Officer of PSFMC, had access to and controlled PSMFC’s health benefit trust account that was created to pay benefits, fees, and other charges for PSFMC employees covered under its self-funded health care benefit program.

    On September 21, 2020, Kahut wrote a check in the amount of $2,812.85 from the health benefit trust account to pay for her spouse’s participation in PSFMC’s long-term care insurance program.   

    In total, between October 2014 and September 2020, defendant stole approximately $211,083 from PSMFC’s health benefit trust account. Kahut used the funds to pay for her spouse’s long-term care annual premiums, pay off her pension loans, and to pay her credit card bills.

    Theft in connection with health care fraud is punishable up to 10 years in federal prison and three years’ supervised release.  The charge may also result in a fine of up to $250,000 or twice the gross gains or losses resulting from the offense.

    Kahut will be sentenced on September 3, 2025, before a U.S. District Judge.

    This case was investigated by the FBI, U.S. Department of Commerce Office of Inspector General, and U.S. Department of Energy Office of Inspector General.  It is being prosecuted by Robert Trisotto, Assistant U.S. Attorney for the District of Oregon.

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  • MIL-OSI: Canadian Nuclear Laboratories and the University of Ottawa Accelerate Low Dose Radiation Research and Foster Next Generation of Scientists

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    CHALK RIVER, Ontario, June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), Canada’s premier nuclear science and technology organization, and the University of Ottawa (uOttawa), one of Canada’s most innovative universities, are pleased to announce a new partnership to advance knowledge, education, research and innovation in low dose radiation (LDR) exposure health effects.

    Leveraging the leading research organizations’ complementary capabilities, the new partnership builds on CNL’s global leadership in LDR research with the establishment of a CNL-led LDR innovation hub, accelerating research critical to public safety and the health of Canadians. It will also serve to increase capabilities, education and training opportunities to graduate students and early career researchers.

    The partnership will also extend uOttawa researchers’ access to Atomic Energy of Canada Limited’s world class facilities at Chalk River Laboratories, including the unique Biological Research Facility, associated irradiation facilities and LDR Tissue Bank, and establishes a CNL satellite laboratory within uOttawa’s new Advanced Medical Research Centre (AMRC) – set to open in 2026. This physical presence will be co-located with the Ottawa Institute of Systems Biology (OISB) as well as uOttawa state-of-the-art Core Facilities, which altogether will support new research directions in radiation sciences and advanced organoid-based systems biology. These areas are rapidly developing strengths at uOttawa, positioning the university as a national, and potentially international, leader in this field. uOttawa will also offer reciprocal access to key research facilities on campus, in addition to those located at the faculty of medicine and in AMRC.

    “As a major player in the global research and development effort to support LDR research, CNL is focused on the prevention or reduction of radiation exposure effects in workers, patients and the larger population,” says Dr. Stephen Bushby, Vice-President, Science & Technology, CNL. “We are very excited to include uOttawa as a major partner in the work needed to shed light on this complex field of research.”

    As part of this partnership, CNL will be contributing towards the acquisition of a mass spectrometer, which will be installed in the in the Metabolomics Core Facility at uOttawa. This strategic investment, supporting collaborative initiatives between OISB and CNL, will enable leading-edge single-cell metabolomics and spatial metabolomics, a rapidly advancing field with transformative potential in biomedical research. This will be the only equipment of its kind in eastern Canada, offering unique capabilities for high-resolution chemical imaging at the cellular level. The instrument will not only serve researchers at uOttawa, but also attract national and international collaborators, firmly establishing uOttawa as a leader in metabolomics and precision health research.

    The mass spectrometer will be a central component of the new Spatial Biology and Single-Cell Suite (3S) within the AMRC. This cutting-edge suite will integrate transformative new technologies into a coordinated workflow that complements and enhances five existing and intensively used Core Facilities: Flow Cytometry, Metabolomics, Gene Editing, Cellular Imaging, and Bioinformatics. By bridging these platforms, 3S will significantly expand research capabilities in some of uOttawa’s strongest areas of discovery, particularly brain, heart, and cancer biology—driving breakthroughs in systems biology, precision medicine, and therapeutic development.

    “This new equipment, the only one of its kind in Eastern Canada, positions the University of Ottawa as a leader in metabolomics and precision health research, while attracting national and international collaborations,” says Julie St-Pierre, Interim Vice-President, Research and Innovation, uOttawa.

    This new partnership builds on over a decade of collaborative research involving CNL and multiple uOttawa faculties, including Engineering, Science and Medicine. These collaborations have advanced understanding of the biomedical impacts of LDR, including studies on DNA damage and repair, protein synthesis, epigenetics, mitochondrial biology, metabolism, immunity, and stem cell functions. As part of this partnership, CNL has also provided funding support for postdoctoral fellow stipends, further enabling high-impact research and talent development.

    With the field of LDR research growing and Canadian leadership in LDR research well-recognized, both organizations will continue to explore additional opportunities to further strengthen this partnership.

    About CNL

    As Canada’s premier nuclear science and technology laboratory and working under the direction of Atomic Energy of Canada Limited (AECL), CNL is a world leader in the development of innovative nuclear science and technology products and services. Guided by an ambitious corporate strategy known as Vision 2030, CNL fulfills three strategic priorities of national importance – restoring and protecting the environment, advancing clean energy technologies, and contributing to the health of Canadians.

    By leveraging the assets owned by AECL, CNL also serves as the nexus between government, the nuclear industry, the broader private sector and the academic community. CNL works in collaboration with these sectors to advance innovative Canadian products and services towards real-world use, including carbon-free energy, cancer treatments and other therapies, non-proliferation technologies and waste management solutions.

    To learn more about CNL, please visit www.cnl.ca.

    About the University of Ottawa

    The University of Ottawa is powered by research. Located in Canada’s capital, we bring together energetic and creative scholars to tackle urgent global challenges and to respond to emerging opportunities.

    As one of Canada’s most innovative universities, we generate breakthroughs and discoveries that make a real difference in communities across Ontario, Canada and the world. Our thought leaders provide evidence-based insights that inform policy and support industry.

    Our influence keeps growing due to our vast range of international partnerships, including our membership in the U7+ Alliance. As the world’s largest French-English university, we are a driving force in the Francophonie.

    To learn more about uOttawa, please visit www.uottawa.ca.

    CNL Contact:
    Philip Kompass
    Director, Corporate Communications
    1-866-886-2325
    media@cnl.ca

    uOttawa contact:
    media@uottawa.ca

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/8c4cd1c0-401a-44e6-83ce-e65ea78dc6b4

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  • MIL-OSI USA: N.M. Delegation Urges Interior Secretary Burgum to Protect Chaco Canyon, Demand Trump Administration Respect Tribal Sovereignty and Consult Tribal Nations

    US Senate News:

    Source: US Senator for New Mexico Ben Ray Luján

    In a letter to Secretary Burgum, the N.M. Delegation expressed deep concern at the DOI’s efforts to revoke protections around Chaco Canyon

    The Delegation’s letter comes on the heels of their reintroduction of the Chaco Cultural Heritage Area Protection Act, legislation to permanently protect Chaco Canyon

    WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), and U.S. Representatives Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the House Indian and Insular Affairs Natural Resources Subcommittee, Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.), Member of the House Committee on Natural Resources, and Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.) sent a letter to U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) Secretary Doug Burgum expressing deep concern over the Department’s actions to begin the process of revoking protections around Chaco Canyon in Public Land Order No. 7923.

    Located in northwestern New Mexico, the Greater Chaco landscape is a region of great cultural, spiritual, and historical significance to many Pueblos and Tribes, and contains the most sweeping collection of Native American cultural sites in the United States. Chaco was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987 and is one of only 24 such sites in the United States.

    In 2023, the Biden Administration announced Public Land Order No. 7923, a 20-year Administrative Withdrawal of non-Indian federal lands within a 10-mile buffer zone that surrounds Chaco Canyon. That order has been successful but is now under threat from the Trump Administration and Republicans in Congress. The existing protections for Chaco Canyon are widely supported and are based on robust, extensive consultation with Tribal Nations.

    “To be clear, we firmly support the protections provided by this Public Land Order. Pursuing increased development on BLM lands within the ten-mile area that surrounds Chaco Canyon — so rich in cultural, spiritual, and historical significance — is misguided and risks permanent damage to one of the most sacred landscapes in North America. Additionally, it is unacceptable to push forward without full and robust Tribal consultation,” the N.M. Congressional Delegation wrote in a letter to Secretary Burgum.

    In the letter, the Delegation underscored the importance of consultation that honors our nation’s commitment to tribal sovereignty and government-to-government relations. 

    “Each of these Tribes is a sovereign government with its own unique history, traditions, and relationship to the Chacoan landscape. These voices are not interchangeable. They must be consulted independently, sincerely, and with the full weight of government-to-government respect. To date, the Department has failed to appropriately consult with Tribal Nations regarding protections for Chaco Canyon,” the lawmakers stated.

    Additionally, the lawmakers warned that, “If the Trump Administration diminishes these protections, it will face widespread public opposition and yield minimal benefits in terms of expanded oil and gas development.”

    The Delegation concluded the letter by urging Secretary Burgum to visit Chaco Canyon and engage directly with Tribal leaders and local communities to hear firsthand about the profound cultural and spiritual significance of this sacred landscape.

    The Delegation’s letter comes on the heels of their reintroduction of the Chaco Cultural Heritage Area Protection Act, legislation to permanently protect Chaco Canyon and the greater sacred landscape surrounding the Chaco Culture National Historical Park. For more information on the bill, click here.

    The full text of the letter is here and below:

    Dear Secretary Burgum,

    We write to express deep concern regarding the recent actions by the Department of the Interior and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to begin the process of revoking Public Land Order No. 7923, which currently safeguards the cultural landscape surrounding Chaco Culture National Historical Park. To be clear, we firmly support the protections provided by this Public Land Order. Pursuing increased development on BLM lands within the ten-mile area that surrounds Chaco Canyon—so rich in cultural, spiritual, and historical significance—is misguided and risks permanent damage to one of the most sacred landscapes in North America.

    Additionally, it is unacceptable to push forward without full and robust Tribal consultation.

    Chaco Canyon contains the most sweeping collection of Native American cultural sites in the United States. It is a living, sacred space woven into the cultural and spiritual identity of numerous Tribal Nations. Each of these Tribes is a sovereign government with its own unique history, traditions, and relationship to the Chacoan landscape. These voices are not interchangeable. They must be consulted independently, sincerely, and with the full weight of government-to-government respect. 

    To date, the Department has failed to appropriately consult with Tribal Nations regarding protections for Chaco Canyon. First, BLM sent a May 9 letter announcing a general Tribal consultation scheduled for May 28, 2025, which was less than 30 days in advance. This short notice is a demonstration that the Department is failing to adhere to its own policies and standards for meaningful Tribal consultation. Moreover, many affected Pueblos did not receive notice directly from DOI. During the meeting, the BLM’s informal presentation of the proposed revocation alternatives did not provide Tribal participants with sufficient information to respond and the virtual nature of the meeting did not facilitate a meaningful exchange of information.

    As the Department considers future protections for Chaco Canyon, it is critical to appropriately consult with interested Tribes. Specifically, we urge the Administration to provide each interested Tribe an opportunity for individual consultation in-person, and in a manner that conforms with the Department’s established standards for Tribal consultation. We also urge the Administration to be as clear and transparent as possible with Tribes regarding the BLM’s proposed alternatives for Chaco Canyon and provide a timeline for any decision making.

    While oil and gas development is important to this state, we should also recognize that there are many other areas for development in San Juan County and New Mexico, it should not occur in a place like this. The existing protections for Chaco Canyon under Public Land Order No. 7923 are critical, widely supported, and are based on robust and extensive consultation. The area surrounding Chaco Canyon is interwoven with the cultural significance and experience of visiting Chaco Cultural Historic Park. It is a thoughtfully crafted and time-tested protection that safeguards a small portion of the Greater Chaco Landscape from the impacts of extractive industries that would disturb and alter the area negatively. It is also the product of compromise that respects the sovereignty and rights of Navajo allottees living in the area. The buffer from development has endured informally for nearly two decades across both Democratic and Republican administrations, with bipartisan support in Congress, and with past support from the affected Tribes and Nations, reflecting a strong recognition of Chaco’s extraordinary value.

    If the Trump Administration diminishes these protections, it will face widespread public opposition and yield minimal benefits in terms of expanded oil and gas development. According to the BLM’s own estimates, the ten-mile withdrawal area protects approximately 4,730 documented archaeological sites while oil and gas operators forgo development of only a few dozen wells.

    We end by noting that Secretary David Bernhardt, the previous Interior Secretary under President Trump, traveled to Chaco Canyon in 2019 to witness its profound significance firsthand. After hearing directly from the President of the Navajo Nation and numerous Pueblo Governors, Secretary Bernhardt decided to defer leasing within the ten-mile buffer, stating, “I walked away with a greater sense of appreciation of the magnificent site managed by the National Park Service and a better understanding of Tribal leaders’ views of its cultural significance.”

    We respectfully urge you to visit Chaco Canyon and engage directly with Tribal leaders and local communities to hear firsthand about the profound cultural and spiritual significance of this sacred landscape. The grandeur of Chacoan culture is unmistakable— etched into monumental architecture that rises from a sweeping expanse of mountains and mesas. Chaco is truly a place that must be experienced to be fully understood.

    Sincerely,

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  • MIL-OSI: DRML Miner Launches Limited-Time $10 Bonus for New Users

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    New York, NY,, June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DRML Miner, a next-gen AI-powered cloud mining service, is now giving new users an exclusive $10 sign-up bonus. This offer is part of DRML Miner’s initiative to make crypto mining more accessible, cost-efficient, and beginner-friendly for anyone looking to earn Bitcoin without the hassle of traditional mining setups.

    Why Cloud Mining with Renewable Energy Stands Out

    Cloud mining has become a go-to method for crypto enthusiasts due to its convenience and simplicity. Unlike conventional mining, which requires pricey hardware, electricity, and technical skills, cloud mining lets users rent mining power from remote data centers. No maintenance. No noise. Just profits. DRML Miner leverages sustainable, renewable energy sources to keep operations efficient and environmentally responsible.

    DRML Miner: Easy Earnings, No Sweat

    Designed with simplicity in mind, DRML Miner makes it incredibly easy for users of all levels to get started. It offers a plug-and-play mining experience—perfect for those who want to earn without diving into the technical side of crypto. With over 100 mining sites and more than half a million mining machines powered by green energy, DRML Miner has already attracted a global user base of 7 million+ with its reliable returns and solid platform security.

    What You Get with DRML Miner:

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    Earn Without Investing: The DRML Miner Referral Program

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    Final Thoughts:

    Looking to build a stream of passive income with minimal effort? DRML Miner offers a seamless and secure way to grow your crypto assets on autopilot. It’s a stress-free alternative to trading or setting up mining rigs, giving you more time while still generating returns.

    To get started, visit the official website: https://drmlminer.com
    Or download the mobile app from Google Play or Apple Store.

    Disclaimer: The information provided in this press release does not constitute an investment solicitation, nor does it constitute investment advice, financial advice, or trading recommendations. Cryptocurrency mining and staking involve risks and the possibility of losing funds. It is strongly recommended that you perform due diligence before investing or trading in cryptocurrencies and securities, including consulting a professional financial advisor.

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  • MIL-OSI Global: Why wind farm developers are pulling out at the last minute

    Source: The Conversation – UK – By Thomas York, Postgraduate Researcher in Human Geography, University of Leicester

    ShutterDesigner/Shutterstock

    The UK government’s strategy for tackling climate change received a major blow in May when Danish developer Ørsted announced that adverse economic developments had halted its 2.4 gigawatt (GW) Hornsea 4 wind farm in the North Sea.

    The government aims to generate at least 43GW of offshore wind power (current capacity is 14.7GW) and 95% of all energy from renewable sources by 2030.

    These targets are now in jeopardy. The cancellation of Hornsea 4 follows a similar decision by Swedish developer Vattenfall, which stopped work on its 1.4GW Norfolk Boreas wind farm in 2023.

    What is forcing renewable energy developers to pull out when they are due to make their final investment decision?

    Get your news from actual experts, straight to your inbox. Sign up to our daily newsletter to receive all The Conversation UK’s latest coverage of news and research, from politics and business to the arts and sciences.

    The offshore wind industry is exposed to fluctuations in the prices of raw materials necessary to meet rising global demand for renewable energy. This vital part of the energy transition, alongside the phaseout of fossil fuels, has been impeded by inflation caused by the pandemic and the war in Ukraine.

    Building a wind turbine requires significant amounts of steel, copper and aluminium, all of which doubled or tripled in price between 2020 and 2023. Turbine manufacturers have raised prices in an effort to recover recent losses. This affects the profitability forecasts of wind energy developers like Ørsted and the viability of each of their projects.

    Impending national and international net zero targets also mean that developers globally are having to make earlier investments in transmission infrastructure. An exponential increase in demand for scarce high-voltage cabling has already led to high-profile cancellations of offshore wind farms in the US.

    Electricity network operators are scrambling to update power grids.
    Esbobeldijk/Shutterstock

    Rising demand for rare earth metals used to make magnets in turbine generators has also been snared by geopolitical issues. The mining, processing and refining of these metals is dominated by China, which manufactures over 90% of these magnets.

    A shortage of boats

    Developers need boats to build offshore wind farms. Here lies another strain on the timescales of developers.

    Ørsted ceased work on its 2.2GW Ocean Wind development zone off the coast of New Jersey in 2023, citing a vessel delay in its decision to cancel the project.

    According to the advocacy group WindEurope, demand for vessels capable of installing foundations and turbines and laying cables will outstrip availability within the next five years. The gap between the two is forecast to skyrocket between 2028 and 2030. This will make it harder to commission the wind farms that the UK government is relying on to reach its 43GW target by the end of the decade.

    Delays caused by these issues can result in a problem known as “contract erosion”. In their contracts, developers have a commissioning window within which turbines have to start generating. If they are not operational within this time, they lose their subsidies on a day-by-day basis.

    Rising costs mean that even one of the world’s biggest wind farms, Dogger Bank in the North Sea, will not be profitable for its developer, Equinor. As a prospect for generating financial returns, renewable energy still cannot compete with oil and gas.

    This is the key argument of economic geographer Brett Christophers in his recent book The Price is Wrong. Christophers argues that, if national governments continue to rely so heavily on private sector investment to build renewable energy, decarbonisation is unlikely to proceed as fast as it needs to. It is simply not profitable enough.

    Misguided planning reform

    How might the UK defy difficult global conditions and meet its 43GW target by 2030? So far, the government’s main proposal has been to relax timelines for the planning process of wind farms.

    Earlier in 2025 it opened a consultation on reforms to the contracts for difference process, which is how developers bid for long-term energy generation contracts, prior to an auction round in summer 2025.

    The main proposed change was to allow developers of fixed-bottom offshore wind projects to bid in the auction before receiving a development consent order, or a DCO. A DCO defines the approved scope of a development, taking into account environmental surveys, land rights and developer proposals.

    It can take more than two years for a DCO to be awarded. The government hopes that fast-tracking fixed-bottom developments will result in more contracts being awarded in the latest auction, but will this work?

    The government is aware of the risks. Planning permission could be refused after a contract has been awarded, and projects without consent face even greater uncertainty over costs than developments that already have a DCO.

    The government might be able to get more projects into the pipeline, but the supply chain is already stretched to its limits. Through the state-owned investment body GB Energy, the government has pledged £300 million to bolster the domestic supply chain for components required for offshore wind, like platforms and cabling.

    However, this investment largely focuses on new technologies for floating offshore wind, leaving fixed-bottom projects like Hornsea 4 at the mercy of vessel delays and raw material price rises. If something does not change to mitigate costs and increase returns for developers, the government’s 2030 target is in doubt.

    Don’t have time to read about climate change as much as you’d like?

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    Thomas York receives funding from the University of Leicester’s Future 50 doctoral training pathway.

    – ref. Why wind farm developers are pulling out at the last minute – https://theconversation.com/why-wind-farm-developers-are-pulling-out-at-the-last-minute-256842

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Hickenlooper, Risch Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Secure Energy Grid, Boost National Security

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator John Hickenlooper – Colorado

    WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper and Jim Risch introduced the bipartisan Energy Threat Analysis Program Act to help modernize and better protect the U.S. energy grid from cybersecurity threats.

    “Our national security depends on a resilient and secure energy grid,” said Hickenlooper. “We need to address our vulnerabilities and modernize our grid to protect our energy future.”

    “Increased risk of cyberattacks requires more diligent information sharing to effectively monitor and mitigate threats to America’s energy sector,” said Risch. “Idaho is already leading the way in combatting cyber threats through the Idaho National Lab. My Energy Threat Analysis Program Act will support these efforts and better protect the U.S. from future cyberattacks.”

    The legislation directs the Secretary of Energy to establish an energy threat analysis program and create an Energy Threat Analysis Center (ETAC) to coordinate information sharing on threat assessments and mitigation measures between the DOE, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, the intelligence community, and the private sector.

    Full text of the legislation available HERE.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Risch Celebrates Committee Passage of Legislation to Counter Adversary Nuclear Energy Programs

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Idaho James E Risch

    WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, celebrated the committee’s passage of his International Nuclear Energy Act.

    The bill aims to support the U.S. domestic energy industry’s leadership and offset China and Russia’s growing influence on international nuclear energy development. Senator Risch’s legislation now awaits consideration on the Senate floor.

    “Nuclear energy is America’s creation. We cannot allow authoritarian aggressors like China and Russia to take our place as the world’s nuclear energy supplier,” said Risch. “My International Nuclear Energy Act will ensure the U.S. is at the forefront of nuclear leadership, and I urge the Senate to take up this important legislation.”

    The International Nuclear Energy Act aligns with key provisions in four executive orders signed by President Trump to promote American nuclear energy. It is cosponsored by U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.), Mike Lee (R-Utah), and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.).

    Senator Risch has long advocated for domestic nuclear energy production and the commercialization of advanced nuclear technologies. In a recent Washington Times editorial, Senator Risch underscored the critical role of nuclear energy in powering America’s current and future energy needs.

    Idaho is home to the Idaho National Laboratory (INL), which is the flagship laboratory for civil nuclear research and the first place in the world to generate electricity with a nuclear reactor. INL is driving significant progress in new nuclear research by collaborating with industry to demonstrate advanced technologies like small modular reactors, microreactors, and safer, more efficient nuclear fuels. These efforts, made possible through public-private partnerships at INL, will contribute to the nation’s energy independence and strengthen U.S. leadership in civil nuclear energy around the world. 

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Senator Coons celebrates passage of five bills out of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Delaware Christopher Coons

    WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.) celebrated the passage of five of his bills focused on strengthening U.S. national security and international engagement out of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee during a markup session Thursday. Senator Coons is a member of the committee.

    “From opposing hostage diplomacy to expanding our access to global sources of critical minerals, these bipartisan bills will strengthen our alliances, keep Americans safe, and advance our standing in the world,” said Senator Coons. “I’m grateful to my colleagues on both sides of the aisle for their support, and to Chairman Risch and Ranking Member Shaheen for their leadership in holding last week’s markup. All five of these bills are commonsense pieces of legislation that protect our citizens and better position our nation for the future, and I hope the full Senate will swiftly take up and pass these bills.”

    The following bills written by Senator Coons passed out of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee last week:

    • Defending International Security by Restricting Unlawful Partnerships and Tactics (DISRUPT) Act of 2025: The DISRUPT Act was introduced alongside Senator David McCormick (R-Pa.) to address “adversary alignment,” the growing cooperation between U.S. adversaries that threatens our nation’s interests. Authoritarian regimes in China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea have intensified their cooperation, threatening global stability through increased technology and arms transfers, joint operations, and combined efforts to evade sanctions and export controls. The DISRUPT Act highlights the need for the U.S. to counter these threats and prepare for simultaneous challenges across regions, and requires the executive branch to craft a whole-of-government strategy to approach this phenomenon.
    • Combating PRC Overseas and Unlawful Networked Threats through Enhanced Resilience (COUNTER) Act: The COUNTER Act, introduced with Senator Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), would combat the People’s Republic of China’s (PRC) attempts to strengthen its global reach by building and expanding military bases in strategically important locations. The PRC has intensified its efforts to establish an overseas network of military bases, which would allow the People’s Liberation Army to project and expand military power. The bill would mitigate this threat by requiring an intelligence assessment of these activities and a strategy from the State Department and Department of Defense. It would also create an interagency task force to implement the strategy and identify proactive measures to counteract both current and future Chinese attempts to add military bases in strategic locations.
    • Countering Wrongful Detention Act: Originally introduced last year alongside Senator James Risch (R-Idaho) to combat “hostage diplomacy,” the legislation would create new tools for the U.S. government to deter states from wrongfully detaining Americans abroad and support wrongful detainees upon their return home. The bill would create a U.S. State Department designation called the “State Sponsor of Unlawful or Wrongful Detention” to hold foreign governments accountable for wrongfully detaining Americans abroad. It aims to refine existing U.S. government responses to wrongful detentions, enhance awareness of travel advisories for Americans in high-risk countries, and establish an advisory council on wrongful detention consisting of survivors, family members, and experts to provide policy recommendations to the executive branch. Seven of the 10 provisions contained in the Countering Wrongful Detention Act were passed into law as part of the FY 2025 NDAA.
    • Finding Opportunities for Resource Exploration (Finding ORE) Act: The Finding ORE act, introduced with Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) would strengthen U.S. critical mineral security and reduce strategic vulnerabilities. Critical minerals are essential to producing technologies in the defense, semiconductor, automotive, and energy sectors—industries that will shape America’s economic future and global standing. This bill aims to utilize the U.S. Geological Survey’s (USGS) expertise in mapping critical mineral reserves while giving U.S. companies an advantage in responsibly developing mineral resources globally.
    • International Nuclear Energy Act: Introduced alongside Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), this bill aims to strengthen the U.S. nuclear industry and offset China’s and Russia’s influence on international nuclear energy development. The bill would create an office to coordinate nuclear export strategies and financing, promoting regulatory harmonization and standardization, and enhancing safeguards and security. The act also would form programs to promote international collaboration and hold cabinet-level biennial summits. Senator Coons is a Co-Chair of the bipartisan Senate Climate Solutions Caucus.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Combating organized crime: Brazil’s President Lula visit underscores INTERPOL’s central role

    Source: Interpol (news and events)

    9 June 2025

    New INTERPOL taskforce targeting criminal networks in Latin America launched during Brazilian state visit to international police’s global headquarters

    LYON, France – President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva today underscored Brazil’s commitment to combating transnational organized crime during his visit to INTERPOL, the world’s largest policing organization. 

    The visit represents a strong endorsement of INTERPOL’s mission and its leadership role as central to tackling one of the most urgent security challenges of our time.

    A new INTERPOL Task Force Against Organized Crime in Latin America was also officially launched during the visit of President Lula and the Brazilian delegation, which included Ricardo Lewandowski, Minister of Justice and Public Security, Mauro Vieira, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Andrei Augusto Passos Rodrigues, General Director of the Brazilian Federal Police and the Ministers of Mines and Energy, and of Science, Technology and Innovation.

    Aimed at targeting criminal networks and drug trafficking across the region and beyond, the International joint Task force, based at INTERPOL’s offices in Latin America and the Caribbean, will focus on disrupting and dismantling the most dangerous transnational organized crime groups, capturing high-value targets, and targeting the financial infrastructure of these networks.

    The Letter of Intent between Brazil and INTERPOL signed during the state visit will see an even greater exchange of information, expertise and best practice in the fight against crime, further strengthening Brazil’s position as a leader in combating all forms of crime.

    Welcomed by INTERPOL Secretary General Valdecy Urquiza and President Ahmed Naser Al-Raisi, the Brazilian President was briefed on INTERPOL’s critical work in supporting member countries to protect vulnerable populations, preserve the environment and dismantle organized crime networks.

    President Lula said:

    “The election of Valdecy Urquiza as Secretary General of INTERPOL is recognition of Brazil’s prominent role in combating transnational crime.

    “This Organization works to search for and apprehend some of the most dangerous criminals on the planet, combats terrorism, rescues victims of trafficking and sexual exploitation, and protects the environment.

    “Crime is evolving at an unprecedented speed, requiring urgent and coordinated multilateral action.

    “No country will be able to defeat transnational crime alone.

    “As with other current challenges that require collective action, such as climate change and digital governance, police cooperation will remain a priority in Brazilian foreign policy.”

    INTERPOL Secretary General Valdecy Urquiza said:

    “We are confronting a security landscape more volatile than ever, as transnational organized crime reaches unprecedented levels — more dynamic, more digital, and more deeply embedded across borders.

    “This is no longer just a security issue. Organized crime is a global phenomenon threatening justice, undermining climate resilience, as well as stalling social and economic progress.

    “The threat is real, it is growing, and the moment to act is now. 

    “The agreement between INTERPOL and Brazil sends a powerful message: we are placing the fight against organized crime at the top of the global agenda.

    “Now is the time for countries to follow Brazil’s lead and reinforce INTERPOL’s efforts. Only by working together — through a truly global and coordinated response — can we dismantle criminal networks and ensure a safer world for all.”

    During the visit, President Lula awarded Secretary General Urquiza with Brazil’s Order of Rio Branco Medal, at the rank of Grand Officer. Established in 1963, the decoration recognizes individuals—both Brazilian and foreign—who have made significant contributions to Brazil’s international relations and global cooperation.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: DeGette, Pallone, and Democratic Health Subcommittee Members Demand Hearing on Alarming Disruptions at NIH

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Diana DeGette (First District of Colorado)

    WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee Ranking Member Diana DeGette (CO-01), Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) and all Democratic Health subcommittee members called for an urgent hearing with Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, Director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), amid growing concerns over sweeping disruptions to the agency since the beginning of the second Trump Administration. 

    In a letter sent to Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Brett Guthrie (R-KY), the Members requested a hearing to examine “significant staff reductions at the agency, the documented delayed or canceled research activities at NIH, and policy changes that have taken place in the first months of the Trump administration.”

    “Congress has a constitutional responsibility to oversee executive actions that fundamentally alter the structure, capacity, and mission of agencies established in statute, in a bipartisan manner. The current trajectory of NIH under the Trump administration is alarming, marked by political interference, anti-science rhetoric, and destabilizing personnel and funding decisions,” the letter reads. 

    The Members outlined sweeping and destabilizing changes at NIH since January, including: 

    1. Attempting to push out at least 2,500 NIH staff as part of broader HHS-wide staff reductions totaling more than 20,000 employees;
    2. Cancelling over 800 research grants—totaling billions of dollars—impacting research into cancer, mental health, rare diseases, infectious disease, and health disparities;
    3. Freezing NIH grant-operations and external communications, stalling the agency’s ability to carry out its mission; and
    4. Proposing a nearly 40% budget cut to NIH in the Administration’s fiscal year 2026 budget, despite strong bipartisan support for biomedical research.

    The letter continues, “It is critical the Energy and Commerce Committee convene a hearing with Director Bhattacharya to examine these actions and assess whether the NIH remains equipped to serve the American people and maintain its leadership in global biomedical research. We are deeply concerned the disruption at NIH and our biomedical research enterprise will have untold costs in terms of lost innovation and treatments and cures for the American people.”

    The Members sent the letter following the publication of the “Bethesda Declaration” in which hundreds of current and recently terminated NIH employees expressed deep concerns to Director Bhattacharya about the direction NIH has taken under President Trump. 

    Read the Member’s full letter here.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Celebrating the IAEA’s Archive – Documents and Images of a Global Mission

    Source: International Atomic Energy Agency – IAEA

    Delve into the rich history of the IAEA through our extensive collection of documents and images, showcasing our mission to promote the peaceful use of atomic energy for global peace, health, and prosperity.

    Our archive preserves the official records of the Agency, including programme activities, agreements, and treaties. Our large audio-visual collection features films, sound recordings, photographs, and architectural plans.

    Be inspired, visit our our online catalogue https://archives-catalogue.iaea.org

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Trahan Statement on House Settlement Approval

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Lori Trahan (D-MA-03)

    LOWELL, MA – Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03), a former Division I athlete and member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following statement after a federal judge approved the proposed settlement in the House, Hubbard, and Carter v. National Collegiate Athletic Association lawsuits:
    “This settlement is a long overdue acknowledgment of what we’ve known for a long time: amateurism is a relic of the past. This outcome wasn’t the result of college sports executives’ forward thinking or university administrators’ generosity. It happened because athletes stood up, spoke out, and demanded better.”
    “For the first time, colleges will be able to pay athletes directly for the use of their name, image, and likeness. That’s not just a step forward – it’s an acknowledgement of the value athletes create. The challenge now lies in how these funds are distributed. Institutions must meet their obligations under Title IX, and we will be watching to ensure they do.”
    “With this momentum, athletes can, and must, keep pushing. There’s much more work ahead to strengthen Title IX, ensure NIL rights extend to all college athletes, and center the health and safety of athletes in every conversation about reform. The greatest threat to that progress is misguided intervention by Congress that chokes off the hard-won gains athletes have fought to achieve. If Congress acts, it must focus on the actual challenges facing college athletics – not the balance sheets of powerful conferences.”
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  • MIL-OSI Canada: The answer to global energy security

    Alberta’s energy industry contributes billions of dollars to Alberta’s economy and plays a vital role in the global responsible energy supply.

    Premier Danielle Smith, Minister of Energy and Minerals Brian Jean, and other government officials will attend the Global Energy Show from June 10 to 12 to welcome international delegates and promote Alberta’s responsible energy development. Their participation will focus on strengthening Alberta’s position as a trusted energy partner, advancing investment opportunities, and highlighting the province’s role in reducing global energy poverty through secure, sustainable supply.

    With current geopolitical challenges, Alberta’s role in energy security has never been more important for Canada’s stability and that of our trading partners, particularly in North America and Asia.

    “Alberta’s energy industry has been built from the ground up by innovative minds who saw opportunity where others see challenges – and they continue to do so today. Thanks to this ingenuity, Alberta has risen in the global ranks as an energy powerhouse with an equally strong environmental record. With global demand for energy security at an all-time high, Alberta stands ready to provide the solutions our partners need.”

    Danielle Smith, Premier

    “The world needs reliable, responsible and affordable energy from a producer they can trust. Alberta’s vast resources are positioned to meet long-term energy demand and will be key in obtaining North American and global energy security and helping defeat energy poverty. We intend to showcase this to attendees from all over the world at this year’s Global Energy Show.”

    Brian Jean, Minister of Energy and Minerals

    While at the Global Energy Show, Premier Smith and Minister Jean will meet with international officials and business leaders to promote Alberta’s energy sector and vast resource base. Their discussions will focus on strengthening Alberta’s position as a reliable resource partner, identifying new opportunities to meet evolving energy needs, and reducing global reliance on energy from conflict zones.

    “As Canada’s largest international energy gathering, the event will address critical issues including energy security, affordability, access and investment. With delegates from over 100 countries, Calgary will highlight Canada’s leadership in shaping the future of energy at home and globally.”

    Nick Samain, Senior Vice President at dmg events

    The conference is an annual event in Calgary, the heart of Canada’s energy sector, and will take place at the BMO Centre with numerous panels, keynote speakers and opportunities for delegates to network.

    Related information

    • Global Energy Show

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Davids Announces New Federal Grant to Lower Energy Costs in Franklin, Anderson Counties

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Sharice Davids (KS-3)

    Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced a federal grant to help two rural Kansas nursing and rehabilitation centers lower their energy costs through solar power. The investments, totaling nearly $200,000, are part of the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP), which helps small businesses and farms in rural areas make energy-efficient upgrades. Davids was the only member of Kansas’ Congressional Delegation to vote for the Inflation Reduction Act, which supports this program. “High energy bills are one of the biggest costs for Kansas businesses, especially in rural areas,” said Davids. “This funding helps local facilities save thousands of dollars each year—money they can reinvest into their operations and community. I’ll keep working to bring down costs and make smart investments like this across our state.” Recover-Care Richmond, a nursing and rehab facility in Franklin County, received $99,995 to install new solar technology. This is expected to save the facility over $13,000 a year and cover 51 percent of its total energy use. Parkview Heights Nursing & Rehab Center in Anderson County also received $99,995 for new solar technology. This will replace nearly 95,000 kilowatt hours of electricity each year — enough to power eight homes — helping the facility save money and reduce its reliance on the grid. Davids has made it a priority to lower energy costs for Kansas businesses and families. Through tax credits in the Inflation Reduction Act, which she voted to pass, 3.4 million American families have already saved more than $8 billion on their utility bills. The law also caps the cost of insulin at $35 a month for seniors and finally lets Medicare negotiate for lower prescription drug prices, saving 74,000 Kansans on Medicare up to 79 percent on certain medicines. REAP provides grants and loans to rural small businesses and farms to help them install renewable energy systems or improve energy efficiency. The program is administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and is part of a broader effort to invest in rural communities across the country.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Brazil combating organized crime: President Lula visit underscores INTERPOL’s central role

    Source: Interpol (news and events)

    9 June 2025

    New INTERPOL taskforce targeting criminal networks in Latin America launched during Brazilian state visit to international police’s global headquarters

    LYON, France – President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva today underscored Brazil’s commitment to combating transnational organized crime during his visit to INTERPOL, the world’s largest policing organization. 

    The visit represents a strong endorsement of INTERPOL’s mission and its leadership role as central to tackling one of the most urgent security challenges of our time.

    A new INTERPOL Taskforce Against Organized Crime in Latin America was also officially launched during the visit of President Lula and the Brazilian delegation, which included Ricardo Lewandowski, Minister of Justice and Public Security, Mauro Vieira Minister of Foreign Affairs, Andrei Augusto Passos Rodrigues, General Director of the Brazilian Federal Police and the Ministers of Mines and Energy, and of Science, Technology and Innovation.

    Aimed at targeting criminal networks and drug trafficking across the region and beyond, the International joint Taskforce, based at INTERPOL’s offices in Latin America and the Caribbean, will focus on disrupting and dismantling the most dangerous transnational organized crime groups, capturing high-value targets, and targeting the financial infrastructure of these networks.

    The Letter of Intent between Brazil and INTERPOL signed during the state visit will see an even greater exchange of information, expertise and best practice in the fight against crime, further strengthening Brazil’s position as a leader in combating all forms of crime.

    Welcomed by INTERPOL Secretary General Valdecy Urquiza and President Ahmed Naser Al-Raisi, the Brazilian President was briefed on INTERPOL’s critical work in supporting member countries protect vulnerable populations, preserve the environment and dismantle organized crime networks.

    President Lula said:

    “The election of Valdecy Urquiza as Secretary General of INTERPOL is recognition of Brazil’s prominent role in combating transnational crime.

    “This organization works to search for and apprehend some of the most dangerous criminals on the planet, combats terrorism, rescues victims of trafficking and sexual exploitation, and protects the environment.

    “Crime is evolving at an unprecedented speed, requiring urgent and coordinated multilateral action.

    “No country will be able to defeat transnational crime alone.

    “As with other current challenges that require collective action, such as climate change and digital governance, police cooperation will remain a priority in Brazilian foreign policy.”

    INTERPOL Secretary General Valdecy Urquiza said:

    “We are confronting a security landscape more volatile than ever, as transnational organized crime reaches unprecedented levels — more dynamic, more digital, and more deeply embedded across borders.

    “This is no longer just a security issue. Organized crime is a global phenomenon threatening justice, undermining climate resilience, as well as stalling social and economic progress.

    “The threat is real, it is growing, and the moment to act is now. 

    “The agreement between INTERPOL and Brazil sends a powerful message: we are placing the fight against organized crime at the top of the global agenda.

    “Now is the time for countries to follow Brazil’s lead and reinforce INTERPOL’s efforts. Only by working together — through a truly global and coordinated response — can we dismantle criminal networks and ensure a safer world for all.”

    During the visit, President Lula awarded Secretary General Urquiza with Brazil’s Order of Rio Branco Medal, at the rank of Grand Officer. Established in 1963, the decoration recognizes individuals—both Brazilian and foreign—who have made significant contributions to Brazil’s international relations and global cooperation.

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  • MIL-OSI: $HAREHOLDER ALERT: Class Action Attorney Juan Monteverde Investigates the Merger of Sitio Royalties Corp. (NYSE: STR)

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NEW YORK, June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Class Action Attorney Juan Monteverde with Monteverde & Associates PC (the “M&A Class Action Firm”), has recovered millions of dollars for shareholders and is recognized as a Top 50 Firm in the 2024 ISS Securities Class Action Services Report. The firm is headquartered at the Empire State Building in New York City and is investigating Sitio Royalties Corp. (NYSE: STR) related to its sale to Viper Energy, Inc. The merger consideration will consist of 0.4855 shares of Class A common stock of a new holding company (“New Viper”) for each share of Sitio Class A common stock, 0.4855 units of Viper’s operating subsidiary, Viper Energy Partners LLC, for each unit of Sitio’s operating subsidiary, and 0.4855 units of Class B common stock of pro forma Viper for each share of Sitio Class C common stock.

    Click here for more info https://monteverdelaw.com/case/sitio-royalties-corp/. It is free and there is no cost or obligation to you.

    NOT ALL LAW FIRMS ARE EQUAL. Before you hire a law firm, you should talk to a lawyer and ask:

    1. Do you file class actions and go to Court?
    2. When was the last time you recovered money for shareholders?
    3. What cases did you recover money in and how much?

    About Monteverde & Associates PC

    Our firm litigates and has recovered money for shareholders…and we do it from our offices in the Empire State Building. We are a national class action securities firm with a successful track record in trial and appellate courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court. 

    No one is above the law. If you own common stock in the above listed company and have concerns or wish to obtain additional information free of charge, please visit our website or contact Juan Monteverde, Esq. either via e-mail at jmonteverde@monteverdelaw.com or by telephone at (212) 971-1341.

    Contact:
    Juan Monteverde, Esq.
    MONTEVERDE & ASSOCIATES PC
    The Empire State Building
    350 Fifth Ave. Suite 4740
    New York, NY 10118
    United States of America
    jmonteverde@monteverdelaw.com
    Tel: (212) 971-1341

    Attorney Advertising. (C) 2025 Monteverde & Associates PC. The law firm responsible for this advertisement is Monteverde & Associates PC (www.monteverdelaw.com).  Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome with respect to any future matter.

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  • MIL-OSI: CBAK Energy Announces $11.6 Million Order from Africa’s largest EV player

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    DALIAN, China, June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CBAK Energy Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: CBAT) (“CBAK Energy,” or the “Company”), a leading lithium-ion battery manufacturer and electric energy solution provider in China, today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Nanjing CBAK New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. (“Nanjing CBAK”), has received a sizeable order from Africa’s largest EV player with the fastest energy distribution network aided by battery swapping.

    The order, valued at approximately US$11.6 million, primarily comprises CBAK Energy’s advanced Model 32140 large LFP cylindrical batteries. Looking ahead, the Company anticipates follow-on orders from this customer totaling up to US$55 million. As part of this strategic partnership, CBAK Energy will continue to supply its high-performance Model 32140 batteries for integration into the customer’s rapidly expanding fleet of electric motorcycles across the African continent. This collaboration underscores a shared commitment to accelerating the adoption of sustainable mobility solutions in emerging markets.

    This customer is Africa’s leading electric vehicle (EV) company, revolutionizing the continent’s transportation sector. Renowned for its groundbreaking battery-swapping technology and electric motorcycles specifically designed for African roads and riders, the customer is driving a transformative shift away from imported, fossil fuel-based transport. By delivering affordable, accessible, and locally manufactured electric mobility solutions—made in Africa, by Africans, for Africa and the world—it is redefining sustainable transportation across the region.

    “We are excited to partner with this customer to support their mission of promoting electric mobility in Africa,” said Zhiguang Hu, Chief Executive Officer of CBAK Energy. “This significant order not only highlights the growing demand for our high-quality battery solutions but also reinforces our strategic focus on expanding our market presence in emerging regions. We look forward to contributing to the sustainable development of the electric mobility sector in Africa and beyond.”

    About CBAK Energy

    CBAK Energy Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: CBAT) is a leading high-tech enterprise in China engaged in the development, manufacturing, and sales of new energy high power lithium batteries and raw materials for use in manufacturing high power lithium batteries. The applications of the Company’s products and solutions include electric vehicles, light electric vehicles, electric tools, energy storage, uninterruptible power supply (UPS), and other high power applications. In January 2006, CBAK Energy became the first lithium battery manufacturer in China listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market. CBAK Energy has multiple operating subsidiaries in Dalian, Nanjing and Shaoxing, as well as a large-scale R&D and production base in Dalian.

    For more information, please visit ir.cbak.com.cn.

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    For further inquiries, please contact:

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  • MIL-OSI: Natrion awarded $250,000 in NSF Energy Storage Engine grants to advance safe and reliable lithium-ion batteries

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    BINGHAMTON, N.Y., June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Natrion, a leader in advanced battery technology, has been awarded a $150,000 R&D grant and a $100,000 SuperBoost grant from the National Science Foundation Energy Storage Engine in Upstate New York. The funding will accelerate the commercialization of Natrion’s LISIC solid-state electrolyte separator technology, a breakthrough in lithium-ion battery safety, reliability, and thermal stability for electric mobility, grid storage, and aerospace applications.

    Natrion’s proprietary LISIC solid electrolyte separator technology mitigates risks associated with thermal runaway, addressing one of the most significant safety challenges in lithium-ion batteries. By replacing porous separators containing flammable liquid electrolytes with its advanced non-porous solid-state separator, Natrion enhances battery safety while maintaining high energy density and stability. This transformative solution also integrates seamlessly with existing manufacturing processes, enabling cost-effective scaling.

    “The energy storage industry has long sought safer, high-performance alternatives to conventional lithium-ion technology,” said Alex Kosyakov, CEO of Natrion. “This support from the NSF Energy Storage Engine is a game-changer for us, allowing us to accelerate the commercialization of our LISIC separator technology and bring it to real-world applications. By leveraging the world-class testing facilities at Rochester Institute of Technology, we are optimizing our platform for electric vehicles, aerospace, and beyond.”

    The R&D grant will focus on enhancing the LISIC platform’s performance, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturability, while the SuperBoost grant will support rapid prototyping, quality control, and production automation efforts. Natrion will collaborate with RIT’s Battery Development Center, using its state-of-the-art facilities to validate the technology for cylindrical batteries, widely used in electric mobility, electronics, and grid applications.

    The SuperBoost program, a core initiative of the NSF Energy Storage Engine, is designed to accelerate commercialization timelines — reducing the traditional five-plus-year development cycle to under two years. The program provides direct funding, strategic partnerships, and infrastructure access, helping early-stage companies bridge the gap between technological innovation and market deployment.

    Fernando Gómez-Baquero, director of the Translation Pillar at the Energy Storage Engine, highlighted the critical role of Natrion’s advancements in battery safety: “Battery safety is paramount as the world moves toward widespread electrification. Natrion’s LISIC technology directly addresses one of the industry’s greatest challenges — thermal runaway — while enhancing energy density and manufacturability. SuperBoost isn’t just about funding; it’s about ensuring that companies like Natrion have the right ecosystem support to scale and succeed.”

    The NSF Energy Storage Engine is at the forefront of creating a national energy storage ecosystem, leveraging its extensive network of testbeds, infrastructure, and research collaborations to help startups accelerate their path to market.

    Meera Sampath, CEO of the NSF Energy Storage Engine, emphasized the Engine’s role in strengthening the U.S. energy supply chain: “The Engine is committed to fostering technology translation and commercialization through strategic investments like SuperBoost. By leveraging upstate New York’s unparalleled network of testbeds, manufacturing capabilities, and industry partnerships, we are strengthening the energy storage supply chain and positioning the region as a leader in battery innovation. Natrion’s advancements exemplify our mission to accelerate solutions that will drive U.S. energy independence and economic growth.”

    Through the support of the NSF Energy Storage Engine, Natrion is well-positioned to accelerate its technology toward commercial deployment. By leveraging the Engine’s regional resources — including collaborations with RIT’s Battery Development Center and other key partners — the company is advancing its battery technology toward full-scale production. This
    initiative aligns with the Engine’s broader mission to transform upstate New York into America’s Battery Capital, fostering economic growth, national energy security, and technological leadership in next-generation energy storage.

    About Natrion
    Natrion develops advanced battery technologies to deliver safe, scalable, and high-performance energy storage solutions for EVs, aviation, grid storage, and beyond. With a focus on innovation, cost-efficiency, and seamless integration into existing manufacturing, Natrion is redefining the future of energy storage.

    For more information, visit https://www.natrion.co

    Contact:
    Alex Kosyakov
    CEO & Co-Founder akosyakov@natrion.com

    About the NSF Energy Storage Engine in Upstate New York
    The NSF Energy Storage Engine in Upstate New York, led by Binghamton University, is a National Science Foundation-funded, place-based innovation program. The coalition of 40+ academic, industry, nonprofit, state, and community organizations includes Cornell University, Rochester Institute of Technology, Syracuse University, Launch-NY and NY-BEST as core partners. The Engine advances next-gen battery technology development and manufacturing to drive economic growth and bolster national security. Its vision is to transform upstate New York into America’s Battery Capital.

    For more information on the Upstate New York Energy Storage Engine, visit https://upstatenyengine.org/.

    Contact:
    Fernando Gómez-Baquero, Ph.D.

    Translation Pillar Director
    NSF Energy Storage Engine in Upstate New York
    fernando@cornell.edu

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  • MIL-OSI: Baker Hughes Announces Sale of Precision Sensors & Instrumentation Product Line to Crane Company

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    • Product line includes Druck, Panametrics and Reuter-Stokes brands
    • Transaction aligns with Baker Hughes’ ongoing portfolio optimization

    HOUSTON and LONDON, June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Baker Hughes (NASDAQ: BKR), an energy technology company, announced Monday an agreement to sell its Precision Sensors & Instrumentation (PSI) product line to Crane Company (NYSE: CR, “Crane”), a diversified manufacturer of engineered industrial products, for a total cash consideration of approximately $1.15 billion.

    PSI, part of Baker Hughes’ Industrial & Energy Technology (IET) segment, includes the Druck, Panametrics and Reuter-Stokes brands. These brands manufacture instrumentation and sensor-based technologies to detect and analyze pressure, flow, gas, moisture and radiation across various industries. PSI employs approximately 1,600 people across several manufacturing and service facilities globally. The sale encompasses all assets of the business, including intellectual property, footprint and resources.

    This divestiture, along with the recently announced Surface Pressure Control transaction, is aligned with Baker Hughes’ focus on value-creating portfolio management that enhances the durability of earnings and cash flow and enables the company to reallocate capital toward higher-return opportunities using a strategic and disciplined approach to capital deployment.

    “This transaction continues the progress we have made in enhancing our strategic focus on IET’s core competencies of rotating equipment, asset performance management, flow control, and decarbonization to continue to drive higher returns, reinforcing our commitment to long-term value for our shareholders,” Baker Hughes Chairman and CEO Lorenzo Simonelli said. “We believe the value realized in this transaction is a testimony to these product lines’ quality and the potential they can achieve as part of Crane.”

    Crane is a leading manufacturer of highly engineered components for challenging, mission-critical applications focused on the aerospace, defense, space and process industry end markets.

    The closing of the transaction is subject to customary conditions, including regulatory approvals, and is expected to close at the end of 2025 or early 2026.

    Evercore is serving as financial adviser for Baker Hughes on this transaction.

    About Baker Hughes
    Baker Hughes (NASDAQ: BKR) is an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet. Visit us at bakerhughes.com.

    For more information, please contact:

    Media Relations

    Adrienne M. Lynch
    +1 713-906-8407
    adrienne.lynch@bakerhughes.com

    Investor Relations

    Chase Mulvehill
    +1 346-297-2561
    investor.relations@bakerhughes.com   

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Rosneft Team Wins Corporate Chess Blitz Tournament

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

    The Rosneft team won the second tournament of the corporate league in chess blitz. The competition was attended by 108 chess players in 15 teams.

    As a result of a tense struggle, the Rosneft team scored 29 points and overtook all competitors. At the same time, in the personal standings, the first place was also taken by an employee of the Company’s audit service – Dmitry Obolenskikh. He led the entire tournament and finished with a score of 9.5 points out of 11 possible.

    Rosneft’s corporate chess team is one of the strongest in the country. In May 2025, the Company held a team corporate online rapid chess tournament dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War. About 100 teams from 54 Rosneft subsidiaries took part in the competition.

    Support for mass and professional sports, as well as a healthy lifestyle, is one of the key areas of Rosneft’s social work. In the regions where it operates, the Company builds multifunctional sports complexes and venues, ice arenas, and holds mass sports events in various disciplines for children and adults.

    As part of the corporate sports and health movement “Energy of Life”, employees regularly engage in sports and compete in various sports disciplines. In 2024, almost 128 thousand employees of the Company engaged in sports as part of the “Energy of Life” movement. At the same time, more than 92 thousand employees took part in competitions in various sports.

    Department of Information and Advertising of PJSC NK Rosneft June 9, 2025

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  • MIL-OSI USA: In 2024, the United States produced more energy than ever before

    Source: US Energy Information Administration

    In-brief analysis

    June 9, 2025

    In 2024, the United States produced a record amount of energy, according to data in our Monthly Energy Review. U.S. total energy production was more than 103 quadrillion British thermal units in 2024, a 1% increase from the previous record set in 2023. Several energy sources—natural gas, crude oil, natural gas plant liquids, biofuels, solar, and wind—each set domestic production records last year.

    Natural gas accounted for about 38% of U.S. total energy production in 2024 and has been the largest source of U.S. domestic energy production every year since 2011, when it surpassed coal. U.S. dry natural gas production was nearly 38 trillion cubic feet, about the same as in 2023.

    Domestic crude oil accounted for about 27% of U.S. total energy production in 2024, as the United States continues to be the world’s top crude oil-producing country. U.S. crude oil production was a record 13.2 million barrels per day in 2024, 2% more than the previous record set in 2023. Almost all of the production growth came from the Permian region that spans parts of New Mexico and Texas.

    Coal accounted for about 10% of U.S. total energy production in 2024. At 512 million short tons, last year’s coal production was the lowest annual output since 1964. Coal was the largest source of U.S. energy production from 1984 through 2010.

    Natural gas plant liquids (NGPL), which includes fuels such as ethane and propane that are associated with natural gas processing, accounted for about 9% of U.S. total energy production in 2024. NGPL production was a record 4 trillion cubic feet in 2024, up 7% from 2023. Domestic NGPL production have increased every year since 2005 as U.S. natural gas production and processing capacity have increased.

    Biofuels, wind, and solar production each set records in 2024, contributing to record total renewable energy production in the United States. In 2024, U.S. total biofuels production, which includes ethanol, renewable diesel, biodiesel, and other biofuels such as sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), was a record 1.4 million barrels per day, up 6% from previous records set in 2023.

    In 2024, U.S. solar and wind production increased by 25% and 8%, respectively, as new generators came online. Output from other energy sources that are primarily used for electric power generation either peaked decades ago (hydropower and nuclear) or fell slightly from their 2023 values (geothermal).

    We convert sources of energy to common units of heat, called British thermal units, to compare different types of energy that are usually measured in units that are not directly comparable, such as barrels of crude oil and cubic feet of natural gas. Appendix A of our Monthly Energy Review has the conversion factors that we use for each energy source.

    Principal contributor: Mickey Francis

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: LegCo to consider Housing (Amendment) Bill 2025

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    LegCo to consider Housing (Amendment) Bill 2025 
         The Legislative Council (LegCo) will hold a meeting on Wednesday (June 11) at 11am in the Chamber of the LegCo Complex. During the meeting, the Second Reading debate on the Housing (Amendment) Bill 2025 will resume. If the Bill is supported by Members and receives its Second Reading, it will stand committed to the committee of the whole Council. After the committee of the whole Council has completed consideration of the Bill and its report is adopted by the Council, the Bill will be set down for the Third Reading.

         The Second Reading debates on the Buildings Energy Efficiency (Amendment) Bill 2025 and the Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill 2025 will also resume. If the Bills are supported by Members and receive their Second Reading, they will stand committed to the committee of the whole Council. After the committee of the whole Council has completed consideration of the Bills and their reports are adopted by the Council, the Bills will be set down for the Third Reading. 
         Mr Sunny Tan will move a motion on “Stimulating the vigorous development of Hong Kong’s small and medium enterprises with new quality productive forces and actively dovetailing with the country’s high-quality ‘going global’ strategy”. The motion is set out in Appendix 2. Mr Erik Yim will move an amendment to Mr Tan’s motion.
     
         Members will also ask the Government 22 questions on various policy areas, six of which require oral replies.
     
         The agenda of the above meeting can be obtained via the LegCo Website (www.legco.gov.hkIssued at HKT 18:50

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Update: Press Arrangements for IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, 9-13 June 2025

    Source: International Atomic Energy Agency – IAEA

    Update: IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi is expected to hold a press conference at 12:30 CEST on Monday, 9 June, in the Press Room of the M building. 

    A live video stream of the press conference will be available. The IAEA will provide video footage of the press conference and the Director General’s opening Board of Governor’s statement here and will make photos available on Flickr.  

    For all information about the press arrangements for IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, 9-13 June 2025 please see here.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Vice-Rector of the State University of Management Dmitry Bryukhanov awarded the best managers of Russia

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

    On June 6, 2025, the final of the federal stage of the competition “Manager of the Year among graduates of the Presidential Program for the Training of Management Personnel for Organizations of the National Economy of the Russian Federation – 2025” was held at the All-Russian Academy of Foreign Trade of the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation.

    The expert jury of the competition included representatives of the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation, the Expert Council of the Government Commission for the Organization of Management Training, Russian universities, the business community and the Union of Associations of the Program’s Alumni. The State University of Management was represented in the jury by Vice-Rector Dmitry Bryukhanov.

    The competition was held in the format of assessing projects implemented by graduates of the Presidential Program. More than 80 projects were submitted in two nominations: “Business Project” and “Social Project”, of which 12 projects were selected for participation in the in-person stage: 9 in the “Business Project” nomination and 3 in the “Social Project” nomination.

    The experts assessed the relevance of the project, the personal contribution of the contestant to its implementation, the measurability of the project results and the possibility of replication, the social effect of the project implementation for the region and the country as a whole, the quality of the presentation material, and answers to additional questions.

    It should be noted that the finalists of the Manager of the Year 2025 competition were Russian entrepreneurs who participated in the program for training Russian specialists abroad in accordance with the State Plan for the Training of Managerial Personnel for Organizations of the National Economy of the Russian Federation, implemented by the State Management University in the period from 2022 to 2024.

    All finalists of the in-person stage of “Manager of the Year – 2025” presented projects that are significant for the regions of Russia:

    The winners of the competition:

    Nomination “Business Project”: 1st place – Anatoly Smirnov, “Creation of a new production facility for the AFS Group”, St. Petersburg; 2nd place – Anatoly Tulaev, “Development of 5D printer production with innovative 5D tech technology”, Volgograd Region; 3rd place – Andrey Semizorov, “Import substitution of products from the Electrotyazhmash plant (Ukraine) with modernized analogues from the Vorotynsky Energy Repair Plant (Russia)”, Kaluga Region.

    Nomination “Social Project”: Artem Korolev, “International Engineering Championship CASE-IN”, Moscow.

    Nomination “Audience Choice Award”: Yulia Kladko, “Organization of entrepreneurial activity in the field of environmental design”, Moscow.

    The experts noted the high level of the projects presented, congratulated the contestants and wished them further success in implementing their projects and achieving their professional goals.

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  • 11 years of PM Modi: A milestone in clean cooking fuel access under PM Modi’s leadership

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    India marked the ninth anniversary of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY), a flagship welfare initiative that has revolutionized access to clean cooking fuel across the country. Launched on May 1, 2016, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who now completes 11 years in office, the scheme has grown into the world’s largest clean energy program for households, transforming the lives of millions—particularly women—in rural and economically weaker sections.

    PMUY was initially conceived to provide deposit-free LPG connections to adult women from poor households. Over the past nine years, it has reached 10.33 crore beneficiaries as of March 1, 2025, enabling a major shift from traditional fuels like firewood and cow dung to cleaner alternatives. Data shows that out of 8.99 crore connections released by April 2022, 8.34 crore beneficiaries refilled their cylinders at least once between April 2022 and March 2024—signaling consistent and sustained usage.

    To bring the remaining unserved households under the LPG umbrella, the government launched Ujjwala 2.0 in August 2021. Initially targeting the release of one crore new connections, the scheme surpassed its goal by January 2022. Subsequently, an additional 60 lakh connections were provided by December 2022.

    In a further push, 75 lakh more connections were sanctioned for distribution between FY 2023–24 and FY 2025–26, a target achieved ahead of schedule in July 2024. Ujjwala 2.0 also introduced simplified norms for migrant families, allowing them to apply using a self-declaration, bypassing the need for standard documents like ration cards or proof of address.

    The expansion of the LPG network has accompanied the program’s success. India now has 32.94 crore active domestic LPG consumers, with PMUY users accounting for nearly one-third. Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have played a critical role, setting up 7,959 new LPG distributorships between April 2016 and October 2024—93% of them in rural areas.

    The total number of distributors has jumped from 13,896 in 2014 to 25,481 in 2024, an 83% increase, while rural distributors alone have seen a 161% surge, reinforcing the government’s commitment to last-mile delivery.

    Affordability has been central to PMUY’s success. As of January 2025, PMUY beneficiaries in Delhi pay an effective price of ₹503 for a 14.2 kg LPG cylinder, compared to ₹803 for non-beneficiaries. This price stands in stark contrast to neighboring countries, where the same LPG cylinder costs ₹1,094.83 in Pakistan, ₹1,231.53 in Sri Lanka, and ₹1,206.65 in Nepal, according to Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell (PPAC) data.

    Thanks to such efforts, per capita LPG consumption among PMUY beneficiaries has steadily climbed—from 3.01 cylinders in FY 2019–20 to 4.43 cylinders in FY 2024–25 (as of March 2025), reflecting increased adoption and changing cooking habits.

    Numerous studies have highlighted PMUY’s tangible impact on public health, economic empowerment, and environmental sustainability. By reducing reliance on biomass and firewood, the scheme has helped lower indoor air pollution, significantly improving the respiratory health of women and children. It has also freed up time previously spent on collecting fuel, allowing women to engage in income-generating activities and improve nutritional outcomes through more efficient cooking.

    The shift to LPG has also curbed deforestation, contributing to broader environmental conservation goals.

    Among the states making the greatest strides in PMUY implementation are Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan, all of which have contributed significantly to the scheme’s national footprint.

    The initiative has also received global acclaim. The International Energy Agency (IEA) described PMUY as a “major achievement” that goes beyond energy access, emphasizing its economic and social impact. The World Health Organization (WHO) recognized the program in a 2018 report for its role in addressing the global challenge of household air pollution.

  • MIL-OSI Russia: SPbPU offered Venezuela cooperation in education and science

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University – Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University –

    A working meeting with a delegation from the Ministry of Higher Education of Venezuela was held in the Committee for Science and Higher Education of St. Petersburg. The representatives of the friendly Latin American country were met by the Chairman of the Committee for Science and Higher Education Andrey Maksimov. Representatives of six universities of St. Petersburg took part in the meeting. The Polytechnic University was represented by the Head of the International Cooperation Department Vladimir Khizhnyak.

    The Venezuelan delegation was headed by the Minister of People’s Power for Higher Education, Richardo Mujica. The delegation included the Director General of the Directorate of Integration and International Relations, Gasparri Rey, the Director of Bilateral Meetings of the International Relations Department, Jimenez Cubillán, and the First Secretary of the Embassy of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela in the Russian Federation, Andrés González.

    During the meeting, Andrei Maksimov briefly spoke about St. Petersburg, which is one of the largest scientific and educational centers in Russia. It concentrates over ten percent of the country’s scientific potential, with more than 350 scientific organizations, including about 60 organizations of the Russian Academy of Sciences and other state academies. The human resources potential of science and education in St. Petersburg exceeds 170,000 employees of scientific organizations and universities, including approximately 9,000 doctors of science and 26,000 candidates of science. Andrei Stanislavovich presented the work of KNVS in general and the interaction of St. Petersburg universities with universities in Venezuela, in particular.

    Mr. Mujica began his speech by thanking Russia for supporting Venezuela in its fight against the aggressive policies of Western countries and expressing admiration for the courage and fortitude of the Russian people. He recalled that President Maduro had recently visited Russia, took part in events marking the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory, and then visited St. Petersburg. Mr. Mujica also noted that Venezuela had adopted a program to develop cooperation with Russia in science and education. In accordance with this program, the number of students from this country in Russian universities should increase tenfold in the near future, from 200 to at least 2,000. A working group has been created at the Ministry to create an interuniversity university network of Venezuelan and Russian universities. It is planned to create joint programs and double degree programs. Priority areas of training are artificial intelligence, nanotechnology and new materials, agro-biotechnology, mining, etc. The issue of creating cultural and language centers in both Venezuela and Russia is also being worked on. The training of highly qualified personnel is also an urgent issue.

    Vladimir Khizhnyak spoke about the Polytechnic University and suggested areas of cooperation. He noted that the university has students from Venezuela, but there are not many of them, and our institutes are ready to accept many more representatives of this country in numerous training programs, including in English. Summer and winter school programs may also be of interest to students from Venezuela. Joint supervision of postgraduate students, participation of leading professors in dissertation councils and in the “Visiting Professor” program are also a good start for cooperation.

    Mr. Mujica responded positively to the proposal to visit the Polytechnic and conclude a cooperation agreement with the National Scientific University. It was opened recently and enjoys great support from the government of this country. He also noted that there are 25 polytechnic universities in Venezuela and he is ready to assist in establishing contacts with them. The country has adopted a 15-year program to support polytechnic universities.

    Mr. Mujica noted that the people of Venezuela remember that back in 1786, their compatriot, the hero of the national liberation struggle Francisco Miranda arrived in Russia and spent almost a year traveling around it. Catherine II granted him the rank of colonel of the Russian army, and he also received a passport of our country. The Empress allocated Miranda a cash subsidy to fight the Spanish colonizers and ordered a military squadron to be sent to the shores of Venezuela. So the friendship between our countries has deep roots and the Ministry of Higher Education is ready to contribute to its strengthening in every possible way.

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  • MIL-OSI China: US economic growth slows amid rising trade barriers

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

    This photo taken on March 29, 2023 shows the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States. [Photo/Xinhua]

    The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) released its latest Economic Outlook on June 3, projects global GDP growth to decelerate from 3.3% in 2024 to 2.9% for both this year and the next. The United States economy is expected to see a significant slowdown, with growth dropping to 1.6% in 2025 and 1.5% in 2026. So, what’s behind this slowdown? Let’s take a closer look at the role of trade barriers.

    First, let’s get a handle on the current state of trade barriers. In recent years, the U.S. has been at the forefront of implementing a series of protectionist trade measures. These include imposing tariffs and erecting various trade barriers. For example, on May 23, U.S. President Donald Trump proposed directly imposing a 50% tariff on EU products starting from June 1. Products manufactured or produced in the U.S. would be exempt from this tariff. However, according to the latest news, after a phone call between President Trump and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, it was decided to postpone the implementation of the 50% tariff on EU products until July 9. While the intention might have been to shield domestic industries and jobs, the reality has turned out to be quite different.

    Trade barriers have had a profound impact on U.S. exports. As a major export-oriented economy, the U.S. relies heavily on international markets for many of its industries. However, these barriers have diminished the competitiveness of U.S. products abroad. In retaliation for U.S. protectionist moves, other countries have also raised tariffs on U.S. goods. This has left U.S. exporters grappling with higher costs and shrinking market shares. Take U.S. agricultural exports, for example. Due to retaliatory tariffs from other nations, U.S. agricultural products have found it increasingly difficult to penetrate international markets. In 2024, the export value of U.S. soybeans was $24.5 billion, lower than the $27.7 billion in 2023 and the record high of $34.4 billion in 2022. This has led to a drop in domestic agricultural prices and a decline in farmers’ incomes.

    Trade barriers have also wreaked havoc on supply chains. In today’s globalized world, many U.S. industries depend on intricate global supply chains. These barriers have caused these supply chains to fracture and reconfigure. Numerous companies have had to scramble to find new suppliers, incurring additional costs and experiencing reduced production efficiency. For instance, U.S. manufacturing firms often rely on imported components. Trade barriers have disrupted the supply of these parts, forcing companies to spend more time and money seeking alternatives. This not only affects production but also drives up product prices. The manufacturing PMI for May shows that the prices index was as high as 69.4%. Although it slightly decreased compared to last month, it still remained at a high level, indicating that raw material costs have been rising for eight consecutive months.

    Trade barriers have led to a decline in business investment. Amid the uncertainty of the trade environment, many companies have become wary of future market prospects. They fear that escalating trade barriers could further erode their profits. As a result, they have cut back on investments in new projects and equipment. This not only hampers long-term corporate development but also has a negative impact on economic growth. For example, some U.S. tech companies had planned to expand production, but they have had to either delay or shelve these plans due to the impact of trade barriers. Green energy projects have also been suspended to varying degrees, with major clean energy projects not being spared. Flagship projects that have been put on hold include the $1 billion solar panel factory in Oklahoma by Italy’s Enel Green Power, the $2.3 billion battery storage facility in Arizona by South Korea’s LG Energy Solution, and the $1.3 billion lithium refinery in South Carolina by the world’s largest lithium miner, U.S.-based Albemarle.

    Lastly, trade barriers have eroded consumer confidence. Consumers are a vital part of the economy, and their spending behavior directly affects economic growth. Trade barriers have caused product prices to rise, increasing the cost of living for consumers. For example, in April 2025, the U.S. CPI increased by 3.4% year on year. At the same time, trade barriers have led to job losses, with unemployment in the U.S.at 4.2% in April, heightening consumers’ concerns about the economic outlook. This has led consumers to cut back on spending, which in turn has had a negative impact on economic growth.

    So, what does the future hold for the U.S. economy in the face of these trade barriers? In the short term, the U.S. economy is likely to continue facing the pressure of slower growth. The impact of trade barriers won’t vanish overnight, and companies will need time to adapt to the new trade landscape. In the long run, the U.S. will need to reassess its trade policies and seek more open and cooperative trade relations. Only by strengthening international cooperation and reducing trade barriers can sustainable economic growth be achieved.

    In summary, trade barriers are a key factor in the projected U.S. economy slowdown. They have affected U.S. exports, disrupted supply chains, reduced business investment and eroded consumer confidence. The U.S. must take proactive measures to address these challenges. 

    The author is an associate professor in economics at Beijing International Studies University.

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  • Prince of Clay Alcaraz battles back from the brink to retain French Open crown

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    Carlos Alcaraz battled from the brink of a first Grand Slam final loss to outlast Jannik Sinner in a French Open title clash for the ages on Sunday and keep his crown, cementing his status as the Prince of Clay in Roland Garros’ post-Rafa Nadal era.

    In a scintillating showdown between the torch-bearers of a new generation, the 22-year-old saved three match points in the fourth set to win 4-6 6-7(4) 6-4 7-6(3) 7-6(10-2) and continue his dominance over Sinner with his fifth straight victory and end the Italian’s 20-match winning run at the majors.

    Alcaraz showed his steely determination to win the epic in five hours and 29 minutes – the longest final at Roland Garros – and soaked up the roaring ovation from a thoroughly entertained Parisian crowd long used to 14-times champion Nadal’s reign.

    “I’m just really happy to be able to make history with you in this tournament,” Alcaraz told Sinner after collecting the Musketeers’ Cup.

    “I’m sure you’re going to be champion not once, but many times. It’s a privilege to share the court with you in every tournament, making history with you.”

    Victory made him only the second man since tennis turned professional in 1968 to win all of his first five Grand Slam singles finals after Swiss great Roger Federer but Alcaraz was more enthralled with an achievement he shared with fellow Spaniard and 22-times major champion Nadal.

    “The coincidence of winning my fifth Grand Slam at the same age as Nadal, that’s destiny,” Alcaraz told reporters.

    “It’s a stat I’m going to keep forever … It’s a huge honour. Hopefully it’s not going to stop like this.”

    Alcaraz and Sinner, who have lifted seven out of the last eight Grand Slams to stamp their authority in the men’s game, were locked in a fierce battle full of dramatic momentum shifts in the first major final between two men born in the 2000s.

    Sunday’s five-hour-plus fiesta was the second-longest Grand Slam final in the Open Era and marked only the third time since 1968 that a player saved a match point en route to victory in a Grand Slam final.

    Alcaraz matched Argentine Gaston Gaudio’s 2004 French Open feat and Serbian Novak Djokovic’s Wimbledon comeback in 2019.

    Playing his first Grand Slam after serving a three-month ban after a doping case, top seed Sinner held serve in a tense five-deuce opening game lasting 12 minutes.

    However, the 23-year-old was broken in the fifth game when he fired a forehand wide, before hitting back from 2-3 and going on to snatch an intense opening set following an unforced error by Alcaraz.

    ON THE ROPES

    Relentless pressure from the baseline allowed Sinner to go a break up early in the second set and the top seed began to apply the squeeze on Alcaraz, who was on the ropes trailing 1-4 on a sunbathed Court Philippe Chatrier.

    An aggressive Alcaraz came out fighting and drew loud cheers when he drew level after 10 games and then forced a tiebreak but Sinner edged ahead with a blistering forehand winner and doubled his lead after the clock ticked past two hours.

    Alcaraz, who had never come back from two sets down before, battled hard in the hope of avoiding heartbreak in a major final and pulled a set back before saving three match points at 3-5 down in the fourth, later restoring parity following the tiebreak.

    He traded breaks in a high-quality decider but prevailed in the super tiebreak to become the third man to capture back-to-back Roland Garros titles this century after Nadal and Gustavo Kuerten.

    “He was born to play these kind of moments,” said Alcaraz’s coach Juan Carlos Ferrero.

    “Every time we were in these situations, even when he was younger in the challengers … he always went for it.”

    Sinner was left to digest how he let slip a golden chance to win claycourt’s blue riband event following hardcourt triumphs at the U.S. Open and Australian Open.

    Alcaraz fell to the red dirt before Sinner went over to his side of the court to congratulate him and the Spaniard then ran to the heaving stands to hug his team and celebrate.

    “CARLOS II, PRINCE OF CLAY,” the French Open posted on X.

    Sinner had a contemplative look, sitting on his bench as his rival rejoiced, and was gracious in defeat when he congratulated him during the trophy ceremony.

    “We tried our best today, we gave everything … an amazing tournament even though it’s very difficult now,” Sinner said.

    “It’s a big privilege for me to play here … I won’t sleep very well tonight but it’s okay.”

    (Reuters)