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  • Piyush Goyal chairs review meeting on PLI scheme

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Wednesday chaired a high-level review meeting on the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme, underlining its critical role in making India “Aatmanirbhar” in the manufacturing sector. During the meeting, held with representatives from all concerned ministries, Goyal emphasized that India must focus on sectors where it holds a competitive edge globally and proactively address the challenges faced by various stakeholders to boost the country’s exports.

    Highlighting the need for self-reliance in the key sectors covered under the PLI Scheme, Goyal stressed the importance of building quality skilled manpower over quantity. He urged ministries to work in collaboration with the National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC) to resolve infrastructure bottlenecks. The minister also called for a well-defined roadmap for the next five years, both in terms of attracting investment and disbursing incentives under the scheme.

    The PLI Scheme, currently at various stages of implementation across 14 key sectors, has attracted investments worth ₹1.76 lakh crore and generated production and sales exceeding ₹16.5 lakh crore. This, in turn, has created over 12 lakh direct and indirect jobs as of March 2025. So far, a cumulative incentive of ₹21,534 crore has been disbursed under the scheme across 12 sectors including large-scale electronics manufacturing, IT hardware, bulk drugs, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, telecom and networking products, food processing, white goods, automobiles and auto components, specialty steel, textiles, and drones and drone components.

    The impact of the scheme has been significant in driving domestic manufacturing, creating employment, increasing exports, and fostering innovation. In the pharmaceutical drugs sector, the scheme has generated cumulative sales worth ₹2.66 lakh crore, including ₹1.70 lakh crore in exports within the first three years. In FY 2024-25 alone, eligible product exports stood at ₹67,000 crore—around 27 per cent of the country’s total pharma exports. Notably, 40 percent of the total investment in the sector, amounting to ₹15,102 crore, has been directed towards research and development. As of March 2025, the domestic value addition in the pharmaceutical sector stood at an impressive 83.7 per cent.

    In the bulk drugs sector, the PLI Scheme has played a transformative role by enabling India to become a net exporter of bulk drugs, with exports worth ₹2,280 crore in FY 2024-25, a reversal from the net import position of ₹1,930 crore in FY 2021-22. This shift has significantly reduced the gap between domestic manufacturing capacity and the demand for critical drugs.

    The food processing sector has also seen strong results, reporting investments worth ₹9,032 crore, which have resulted in production and sales of ₹3,80,350 crore and generated employment for 3,40,116 people. The scheme has encouraged the use of domestically grown agricultural products, thereby benefiting rural and underdeveloped areas and supporting farmers’ incomes. A majority of the beneficiaries are MSMEs, with 70 MSMEs directly enrolled and 40 more serving as contract manufacturers for larger firms. The value-added marine product segment has seen sales grow at a CAGR of 22 per cent during the PLI period. Additionally, the launch of the PLI Millet Scheme has led to a 25-fold increase in the sales of millet-based products in FY 2024-25 compared to the base year of FY 2020-21. Millet procurement by PLI beneficiaries increased from 4,081 metric tonnes in 2022-23 to 16,130 metric tonnes in 2024-25, boosting rural household incomes.

    In the textiles sector, exports of Indian man-made fibre (MMF) textiles reached US$ 6 billion in FY 2024-25, up from US$ 5.7 billion in the previous fiscal year. Exports of technical textiles also increased significantly, rising to US$ 3,356.5 million in FY 2024-25 from US$ 2,986.6 million in FY 2023-24.

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Negotiations update on an enhanced UK-Switzerland FTA

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    News story

    Negotiations update on an enhanced UK-Switzerland FTA

    The seventh round of negotiations on an enhanced Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Switzerland took place in London between 5 and 13 June 2025.

    Economic growth is our first mission in government and FTAs have an important role to play in achieving this. An enhanced trade agreement with Switzerland will support British businesses, back British jobs, and put more money in people’s pockets.

    Switzerland is the UK’s 10th biggest trading partner and the UK-Swiss trade relationship was worth more than £45 billion in 2024. Services exports account for more than £18 billion of this, making Switzerland the UK’s 6th largest services export partner. This included over £700 million from Scotland and £1 billion from the North West in 2022. The trading relationship supported 130,000 services jobs across the UK in 2020.    

    An enhanced FTA with Switzerland aims to deliver long-term certainty for UK services firms, by locking in access to the Swiss market, guaranteeing the free flow of data and cementing business travel arrangements.

    Provisional agreement was reached on a number of areas, including Rules of Origin, Dispute Settlement, Development, Consumer Protection, Anti-Corruption, and Animal Welfare.

    Round 8 of negotiations is set to take place in Switzerland in Autumn 2025.

    The government will only ever sign a trade agreement which aligns with the UK’s national interests, upholding our high standards across a range of sectors, alongside protections for the National Health Service.

    Any organisations or individuals interested in speaking to the Department for Business and Trade about negotiations with Switzerland should do so by emailing ch.fta.engagement@businessandtrade.gov.uk.

    Updates to this page

    Published 25 June 2025

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Dozens Charged in South Florida with Federal Firearms and Drug Trafficking Crimes, 80 Firearms and Multiple Kilos of Fentanyl, Other Dangerous Drugs Seized

    Source: United States Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF)

    MIAMI – U.S. Attorney Hayden P. O’Byrne for the Southern District of Florida and acting Special Agent in Charge Gordon Mallory of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Miami Field Division announced today the results of a two-month, multi-agency effort targeting repeat offenders in South Florida during a press conference.  

    In April, the ATF launched “Operation Showdown,” an enhanced enforcement initiative focused on combating violent crime and the illegal possession and trafficking of firearms in South Florida. As part of this initiative, ATF personnel from around the country were deployed to work alongside federal and local law enforcement agencies, bringing with them a broad range of expertise—including tactical operations, technical support, and undercover capabilities.

    So far, the ATF-led initiative has resulted in federal charges and arrests of 31 Miami-Dade and Broward County residents with firearms and narcotics trafficking offenses. In total, 80 firearms were seized along with 900 rounds of ammunition. The seized firearms include automatic and semiautomatic weapons, rifles, handguns, and machine gun conversion devices. Additionally, approximately 10 kilograms of illegal narcotics were confiscated, including fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine, crack, oxycodone, and others.

    “Drugs and guns continue to fuel the violence that threatens the safety of our community,” said U.S. Attorney O’Byrne. “By prosecuting violent offenders, in close collaboration with ATF and other federal and local law enforcement agencies, we send a clear and unified message that South Florida will not be defined by fear but by safety and justice. I commend the agents and officers that made Operation Showdown a success.”

    “This Enhanced Enforcement Initiative in Southern Florida has resulted in long term results,” said acting Special Agent in Charge Mallory. “ATF will continue to prioritize keeping violent offenders, those who traffic, possess, and utilize firearms illegally, and narcotics traffickers, out of our communities, because it is a critical component of keeping our communities safe.  This targeted program could not have been possible without the support and collaboration from our local and federal partners. ATF strives to foster and maintain these relationships to ensure that we safeguard the public that we serve.”

    U.S. Attorney O’Byrne and acting ATF Miami Special Agent in Charge Mallory acknowledged and commended the investigative support and assistance from the United States Marshals Service, Drug Enforcement Administration, Homeland Security Investigations, Broward Sheriff’s Office, Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office, and The Fort Lauderdale Police Department.

    The federal cases are being coordinated by Deputy Chief Sharad Motiani of the U.S. Attorney’s Office’s International Narcotics and Money Laundering Section.

    United States v. Bethel, Case No. 25-cr-20256, is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Andrea Montes.

    United States v. Breedlove, Case No. 25-mj-06411, is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Kevin Gerarde.

    United States v. Doe, Case No. 25-mj-06390, is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Nicholas Carre.

    United States v. Downing, Case No. 25-mj-06403, is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Christopher Killoran.

    United States v. Ferdinand, Case No. 25-mj-06409, is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Joseph Mahoney.

    United States v. Graham, Case No. 25-cr-60143, is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Joseph Mahoney.

    United States v. Harris, Case No. 25-cr-20264, is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Audrey Pence Tomanelli.

    United States v. Holmes, Case No. 25-cr-60136, is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Jacob Koffsky.

    United States v. James et al., Case No. 25-cr-20212, is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Kseniya Smychkouskaya.

    United States v. Jefferson, Case No. 25-cr-20206, is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Jacob Koffsky.

    United States v. McIntyre, Case No. 25-cr-20113, is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Jeremy Fugate.

    United States v. Memnon et al., Case No. 25-mj-06406, is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Kevin Gerarde.

    United States v. Moultry, Case No. 25-cr-60131, is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Jeremy Thompson.

    United States v. Rodriguez, Case No. 25-cr-20246, is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Brianna Coakley.

    United States v. Roxton, Case No. 25-mj-06404, is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Joseph Mahoney.

    United States v. Washington et al., Case No. 25-mj-03196, is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Elena Smukler.

    United States v. Williams, Case No. 25-mj-06402, is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Christopher Killoran.

    United States v. Williams, Case No. 25-cr-20112, is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Jeremy Fugate.

    United States v. Worthy, Case No. 25-cr-60139, is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Kseniya Smychkouskaya.

    This case is part of Operation Take Back America a nationwide initiative that marshals the full resources of the Department of Justice to repel the invasion of illegal immigration, achieve the total elimination of cartels and transnational criminal organizations (TCOs), and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime. Operation Take Back America streamlines efforts and resources from the Department’s Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETFs) and Project Safe Neighborhood (PSN).

    The charges contained in indictments and complaints are not evidence of guilt.  Charges are only allegations, and each defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

    Note: images on display during the press conference can be viewed here.

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  • MIL-OSI: China Medical System Holdings Limited: Proposed Secondary Listing on the Singapore Exchange

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SHENZHEN, CHINA, June 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The board of directors of China Medical System Holdings Limited (the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”) announces the proposed secondary listing of the Company’s ordinary shares (“Shares”) on the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited (the “SGX-ST”) by way of introduction (the “Proposed Secondary Listing”). The Proposed Secondary Listing, if proceeded, will not involve issuance of new shares, and the Shares will continue to be primarily listed and traded on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange thereafter.

    The Company has submitted, on a confidential basis, an application to the SGX-ST in relation to the Proposed Secondary Listing. As of the date of this announcement, the Company has not received the eligibility-to-list letter (“ETL”) from the SGX-ST in respect of the Proposed Secondary Listing.

    On June 24, 2025, the Company received the Notice of Overseas Issuance and Listing Filing from the China Securities Regulatory Commission (the “CSRC”) in respect of the Proposed Secondary Listing. 

    The Directors believe that upon completion of the proposed secondary listing on the SGX-ST, the Group will be able to attract funds focusing on Asia-Pacific investments and local capital in Southeast Asia, thereby optimizing the shareholder structure. At the same time, it will also have a more profound impact on the Group’s business development in Southeast Asia and the Middle East. The Group has established Singapore as its regional headquarters for its Southeast Asia and Middle East business, and has set up companies in Singapore covering the entire pharmaceutical value chain of R&D, manufacturing, commercialization and investment, including CMS R&D as the international independent R&D company, PharmaGend as the pharmaceutical manufacturing CMO/CDMO company, Rxilient as the pharmaceutical development, registration and commercialization company, and Singapore Venture Capital as the industrial investment company. These companies work together to provide Southeast Asian patients with more high-quality and affordable treatment options, contribute to the development of the pharmaceutical industry chain in Southeast Asia, enhance the Group’s global reputation and market position, promote the implementation of the Group’s “Glocalization” strategy, and bring additional growth to the Group.

    The Company will make further announcements with respect to the Proposed Secondary Listing as and when necessary in compliance with the applicable laws and regulations.

    The Proposed Secondary Listing is subject to the SGX-ST granting an ETL and the fulfilment of any conditions set out in the ETL. As such, there is no assurance that the Proposed Secondary Listing will proceed to completion. Shareholders and potential investors of the Company are advised to exercise caution when dealing in the securities of the Company.

    About CMS
    CMS is a platform company linking pharmaceutical innovation and commercialization with strong product lifecycle management capability, dedicated to providing competitive products and services to meet unmet medical needs.

    CMS focuses on the global first-in-class (FIC) and best-in-class (BIC) innovative products, and efficiently promotes the clinical research, development and commercialization of innovative products, enabling the continuous transformation of scientific research into clinical practices to benefit patients.

    CMS deeply engages in several specialty therapeutic fields, and has developed proven commercialization capabilities, extensive networks and expert resources, resulting in leading academic and market positions for its major marketed products. CMS continues to promote the in-depth development of its advantageous specialty fields and expand business boundaries. While strengthening the competitiveness of the cardio-cerebrovascular/gastroenterology business, CMS independently operates its skin health and ophthalmology businesses, aiming to gain leading positions in specialty therapeutic fields, whilst enhancing the scale and efficiency. At the same time, CMS has expanded its business territory to the Southeast Asian market, striving to become a “bridgehead” for global pharmaceutical companies to enter the Southeast Asian market, further escorting the sustainable and healthy development of the Group.

    CMS Disclaimer and Forward-Looking Statements
    This press release is not intended to promote any products to you and is not for advertising purposes. This press release does not recommend any drugs, medical devices and/or indications. If you want to know more about the diagnosis and treatment of specific diseases, please follow the opinions or guidance of your doctor or other medical and health professionals. Any treatment-related decisions made by healthcare professionals should be based on the patient’s specific circumstances and in accordance with the drug package insert.

    This press release which has been prepared by CMS does not constitute any offer or invitation to purchase or subscribe for any securities, and shall not form the basis for or be relied on in connection with any contract or binding commitment whatsoever. This press release has been prepared by CMS based on information and data which it considers reliable, but CMS makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, whatsoever, and no reliance shall be placed on, the truth, accuracy, completeness, fairness and reasonableness of the contents of this press release. Certain matters discussed in this press release may contain statements regarding the Group’s market opportunity and business prospects that are individually and collectively forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Any forward-looking statements and projections made by third parties included in this press release are not adopted by the Group and the Company is not responsible for such third-party statements and projections.

    Media Contact

    Brand: China Medical System Holdings Ltd.

    Contact: CMS Investor Relations

    Email: ir@cms.net.cn

    Website: https://web.cms.net.cn/en/home/

    Source: China Medical System Holdings Ltd.

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  • PM Modi’s space reforms mark a key turning point, sector may hit $40B in 10 years: Jitendra Singh

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Wednesday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s decision to open up the space sector to private players as a “turning point” that sparked a “miraculous” transformation. He projected that the sector could grow to USD 40–45 billion in a decade, and added that experiments conducted by astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla during the Axiom-4 mission will help prepare for future Indian space missions, including Chandrayaan-4 and the Bharat Space Station, planned for 2035.

    Singh noted that one of the biggest milestones in India’s space programme came when the private sector was allowed to participate. “I think one of the greatest turning points in India’s space journey has been PM Modi’s path-breaking decision to allow the private sector to step in. The change has been miraculous. The transformation in the last 4–5 years — there are thousands of crores of investments happening from the private sector,” he told ANI.

    Singh further said that India’s space sector is set for rapid growth in the coming years. “Our future projections indicate that in about 8–10 years, we might grow 4–5 times, reaching about USD 40–45 billion. Opening up the space sector to the private sector was a very courageous decision, which could have been taken only by a political dispensation with tremendous conviction and willpower,” the Union minister said.

    Referring to India’s growing ambitions in space exploration, Singh said the recent Axiom Mission 4 would provide valuable experience for future Indian missions.

    “I think it will also be a good experience for future missions. This, coupled with Chandrayaan-4 and missions like the Bharat Space Station, which we plan to have by 2035, and for long-duration stays in space or microgravity conditions — what arrangements need to be put in place will also be learned through the experiments conducted by Shubhanshu,” Singh said.

    Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also hailed the successful launch of the Axiom Mission 4, stating that Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla carries the wishes, hopes, and aspirations of 1.4 billion Indian citizens.

    “We welcome the successful launch of the Space Mission carrying astronauts from India, Hungary, Poland, and the US. The Indian astronaut, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, is on his way to becoming the first Indian to go to the International Space Station. He carries with him the wishes, hopes, and aspirations of 1.4 billion Indians. Wish him and the other astronauts all the success!” PM Modi posted on X.

    Following the successful lift-off of Axiom Mission 4, Singh also saif on X that India’s rise to the status of a “Viksit Bharat” had begun through its space exploration.

    “Congratulations, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla — you are the first Indian astronaut to embark on a mission to the International Space Station. Indeed, a proud moment for India! ISRO’s growing global collaborations, after the reforms introduced by the government headed by PM Narendra Modi, have placed India at the forefront of space exploration,” Singh wrote.

    He added that Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla would carry out seven important experiments designed by Indian institutes. The minister also took the opportunity to remember and honour the visionaries behind India’s space ambitions, Vikram Sarabhai and Satish Dhawan.

    The Axiom Mission 4 was launched aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida at 2:31 am Eastern Time (noon IST). 

    ANI

  • Sensex, Nifty rise for 2nd day as geopolitical tensions ease, oil prices fall

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    Indian stock markets extended their gains for the second straight day on Wednesday, supported by strong buying in media and technology shares.

    Investors were relieved after crude oil prices dropped and tensions between Iran and Israel eased following a ceasefire.

    The Sensex closed 700.4 points higher at 82,755.51, gaining 0.85 per cent. The Nifty also rose by 200.40 points to settle at 25,244.75, up 0.8 per cent.

    Titan Company, M&M, Infosys, Power Grid, TCS and Bharti Airtel emerged as the top gainers on the Sensex, with gains of up to 3.6 per cent.

    On the other hand, BEL, Kotak Mahindra Bank and Axis Bank were the major laggards, falling as much as 3 per cent.

    The broader markets saw a positive trend as well. The Nifty MidCap index gained 0.44 per cent, while the Nifty SmallCap index jumped 1.5 per cent.

    Among sectoral indices, Nifty Media was the top performer with a 1.99 per cent rise, followed by Nifty IT which went up 1.64 per cent, and Nifty Consumer Durables which gained 1.43 per cent.

    Market sentiment improved due to the drop in oil prices and reduced geopolitical risk, which helped boost risk appetite among investors.

    Analysts believe that these developments have brought temporary relief to the markets, despite continued selling by foreign investors.

    Vinod Nair of Geojit Financial Services, said that the easing of tensions in the Middle East and the softening of crude oil prices have played a key role in the market’s recovery.

    “Indian equity markets have staged a recovery, supported by easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and a moderation in crude oil prices,” Nair stated.

    He added that domestically, a favourable monsoon forecast, and moderating inflation are further underpinning the optimism.

    Meanwhile, the Indian Rupee traded flat near 86.10 after a sharp rally of over 0.75 seen in the previous session, taking a breather within a narrow range of 86.00-86.15.

    “Market participants are now eyeing upcoming triggers from the US, including the PCE Price Index and GDP data later this week. The Rupee is expected to trade in a range of 85.70 to 86.25,” Jateen Trivedi of LKP Securities mentioned.

    (IANS)

  • Cabinet approves revised Jharia Master Plan with ₹5,940 crore financial outlay

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on Wednesday approved the Revised Jharia Master Plan (JMP), aimed at tackling long-standing issues of fire, land subsidence, and the rehabilitation of affected families in the Jharia Coalfield. The total financial outlay for this revised plan is ₹5,940.47 crore.

    The revised JMP adopts a phased approach to address fire and subsidence and rehabilitate affected families on a priority basis, starting with the most vulnerable sites. A strong emphasis is placed on sustainable livelihood generation to support resettled communities, ensuring they are not only housed but also economically empowered.

    As part of the rehabilitation strategy, skill development programmes will be introduced to enhance the employability of those displaced. Additionally, rehabilitated families—both Legal Title Holders (LTH) and Non-Legal Title Holders (Non-LTH)—will receive a Livelihood Grant of ₹1 lakh and will have access to credit support of up to ₹3 lakh through an institutional credit pipeline.

    The plan also includes the development of robust infrastructure and amenities at all resettlement sites, including roads, electricity, water supply, sewerage, schools, hospitals, skill-development centres, and community halls. These provisions will be implemented according to the recommendations of the Committee for Implementation of the Revised Jharia Master Plan, ensuring a holistic and humane approach to rehabilitation.

    Furthermore, a Jharia Alternative Livelihoods Rehabilitation Fund will be set up to support livelihood-related activities, and skill-development initiatives will be conducted in collaboration with Multi-Skill Development Institutes in the region. These measures aim to promote self-reliance and sustainable income-generation opportunities for all displaced families, making the Revised JMP a significant step toward long-term socioeconomic progress.

  • MIL-OSI China: Xi, Mozambican president exchange congratulations on 50th anniversary of ties 2025-06-25 17:43:20 Chinese President Xi Jinping and Mozambican President Daniel Chapo exchanged congratulations on 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties on Wednesday.

    Source: People’s Republic of China – Ministry of National Defense

      BEIJING, June 25 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping and Mozambican President Daniel Chapo exchanged congratulations on 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties on Wednesday.

      Xi noted that over the 50 years since the establishment of diplomatic ties, China and Mozambique have trusted and supported each other, and the friendship between the two countries remains rock-solid regardless of changes in the international landscape.

      Xi expressed firm belief that the bilateral ties will see an even brighter future as long as both sides uphold the original aspiration of establishing diplomatic relations and move forward hand in hand.

      Noting that he attaches great importance to the development of China-Mozambique relations, Xi said he is willing to work with President Chapo to take the anniversary as a new starting point for carrying forward the traditional friendship, and deepening mutually beneficial cooperation under the frameworks of high-quality Belt and Road cooperation and the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, so as to write a new chapter in the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership between the two countries.

      For his part, Chapo said the anniversary coincides with Mozambique’s 50th anniversary of independence, which highlights the traditional friendship and brotherhood between the two nations.

      He expressed gratitude to China for its unconditional support during Mozambique’s struggle for independence.

      Mozambique will continue to firmly uphold the one-China principle, support all efforts by the Chinese government to achieve national reunification, and back the major initiatives proposed by China, the president added.

      Mozambique is willing to deepen bilateral relations and expand practical cooperation with China on the basis of mutual respect and win-win cooperation, as well as jointly defend multilateralism and promote world peace, security and prosperity, Chapo said.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: NASA to Welcome Fourth Private Astronaut Mission to Space Station

    Source: NASA

    As part of NASA’s efforts to expand access to space, four private astronauts are in orbit following the successful launch of the fourth all private astronaut mission to the International Space Station.
    A SpaceX Dragon spacecraft lifted off at 2:31 a.m. EDT Wednesday from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, carrying Axiom Mission 4 crew members Peggy Whitson, former NASA astronaut and director of human spaceflight at Axiom Space as commander, ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) astronaut and pilot Shubhanshu Shukla, and mission specialists ESA (European Space Agency) project astronaut Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski of Poland and HUNOR (Hungarian to Orbit) astronaut Tibor Kapu of Hungary.
    “Congratulations to Axiom Space and SpaceX on a successful launch,” said NASA acting Administrator Janet Petro. “Under President Donald Trump’s leadership, America has expanded international participation and commercial capabilities in low Earth orbit. U.S. industry is enabling astronauts from India, Poland, and Hungary to return to space for the first time in over forty years. It’s a powerful example of American leadership bringing nations together in pursuit of science, discovery, and opportunity.”
    A collaboration between NASA and ISRO allowed Axiom Mission 4 to deliver on a commitment highlighted by President Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to send the first ISRO astronaut to the station. The space agencies are participating in five joint science investigations and two in-orbit science, technology, engineering, and mathematics demonstrations. NASA and ISRO have a long-standing relationship built on a shared vision to advance scientific knowledge and expand space collaboration.
    This mission serves as an example of the success derived from collaboration between NASA’s international partners and American commercial space companies.
    Live coverage of the spacecraft’s arrival will begin at 5 a.m., Thursday, June 26, on NASA+. Learn how to watch NASA content through a variety of platforms, including social media.
    The spacecraft is scheduled to autonomously dock at approximately 7 a.m. to the space-facing port of the space station’s Harmony module.
    Once aboard the station, Expedition 73 crew members, including NASA astronauts, Nicole Ayers, Anne McClain, and Jonny Kim, JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) astronaut Takuya Onishi, and Roscosmos cosmonauts Kirill Peskov, Sergey Ryzhikov, and Alexey Zubritsky will welcome the astronauts.
    The crew is scheduled to remain at the space station, conducting microgravity research, educational outreach, and commercial activities for about two weeks before a return to Earth and splashdown off the coast of California.
    The International Space Station is a springboard for developing a low Earth economy. NASA’s goal is to achieve a strong economy off the Earth where the agency can purchase services as one of many customers to meet its science and research objectives in microgravity. NASA’s commercial strategy for low Earth orbit provides the government with reliable and safe services at a lower cost, empowers U.S. industry, and enables the agency to focus on Artemis missions to the Moon in preparation for Mars while also continuing to use low Earth orbit as a training and proving ground for those deep space missions.
    Learn more about NASA’s commercial space strategy at:
    https://www.nasa.gov/commercial-space
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    Josh FinchHeadquarters, Washington202-358-1100joshua.a.finch@nasa.gov
    Anna SchneiderJohnson Space Center, Houston281-483-5111anna.c.schneider@nasa.gov

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Greene County Residents May Be Eligible for Assistance After April Severe Storms

    Source: US Federal Emergency Management Agency

    Headline: Greene County Residents May Be Eligible for Assistance After April Severe Storms

    Greene County Residents May Be Eligible for Assistance After April Severe Storms

    LITTLE ROCK, Ark

    – Arkansas homeowners and renters in Greene County are now eligible for FEMA grants after the April 2-22 severe storms, flooding and tornadoes

    Eligible applicants with damage not covered by insurance may qualify for grants for temporary housing, basic home repairs and other eligible expenses related to storm damage

    Greene County joins the 16 counties previously approved for FEMA assistance after the April storms including Clark, Clay, Craighead, Crittenden, Desha, Fulton, Hot Spring, Jackson, Miller, Ouachita, Pulaski, Randolph, St

    Francis, Saline, Sharp and White counties

    Residents with homeowners’ or renters’ insurance are encouraged to file a claim as soon as possible with their insurance carrier

    By law, FEMA cannot provide funding for losses covered by your insurance

    If your policy does not cover all disaster expenses, you may be eligible for federal assistance

    Survivor assistance from the March 14-15 storms remains available for residents in Greene, Hot Spring, Independence, Izard, Jackson, Lawrence, Randolph, Sharp and Stone counties

    If you were affected by both the March 14-15 and the April 2-22 disasters, you are encouraged to file a separate FEMA application for each

    The deadline for the March storms is Monday, July 14

    The last day to apply for the April storms is Tuesday, July 22

    There are several ways to apply

    Go to DisasterAssistance

    gov, use the FEMA App for mobile devices or call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362

    Lines are open from 6 a

    m

    to 10 p

    m

    CDT seven days a week and specialists speak many languages

    If you use a relay service, such as video relay (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA your number for that service

     In-person survivor assistance is also available at several sites across the impacted area

    To find hours and locations, visit fema

    gov/disaster/4865 or fema

    gov/disaster/4873, scroll to the bottom of the page and click the link under “In-person Survivor Assistance

    ”To view an accessible video on how to apply, visit Three Ways to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance – YouTube

    For the latest information about Arkansas’ recovery, visit fema

    gov/disaster/4865 or fema

    gov/disaster/4873

    Follow FEMA Region 6 on social media at x

    com/FEMARegion6 and at facebook

    com/FEMARegion6/
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  • MIL-OSI USA: Since DHS Immigration Enforcement in Los Angeles Began, Border Crossings Continue to Plummet

    Source: US Federal Emergency Management Agency

    Headline: Since DHS Immigration Enforcement in Los Angeles Began, Border Crossings Continue to Plummet

    lass=”text-align-center”>Apprehensions and gotaways are almost 50% lower since operations in LA started 
    WASHINGTON – Since the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) began removing worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens from sanctuary city Los Angeles, apprehensions and gotaways at the U

    S

    Southern border plummeted nearly 50% from May to June

    Sanctuary cities are no longer a safe haven, and we have made the message clear: We will hunt down criminal illegal aliens and remove them from our communities

    On June 6, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) started an operation removing the worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens

    Despite the rhetoric from politicians, riots, and wide-scale assaults on enforcement officers, DHS is continuing to make Los Angeles and the Southern border more secure

      
    The data speaks for itself: From June 1 -22 of this year, apprehensions totaled 5,414 while just one month ago in May, U

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    Border Patrol apprehensions were 9,577

    Since the beginning of June, gotaways totaled only 986, compared to 2,123 in May

     This is nearly a 50% decrease since operations started

     
    The difference in these stats from the Biden Administration to the Trump Administration is staggering

    From February 1 to June 22 of this year, apprehensions totaled only 37,518, while just one year ago nearly 600,000 apprehensions were made during the same time

    Gotaways showed a similar decrease with 11,867 between February and June in 2025, compared to over 94,007 during the same time in 2024

    “Secretary Noem is delivering on President Trump’s promise to secure the border by removing murders, pedophiles, and drug traffickers from Los Angeles,” said Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin

    “In less than a month since we started LA enforcement operations, apprehensions and gotaways at the Southern border halved

    The world is hearing our message: If you come here illegally, we will find you, arrest you, and deport you

    We will not be deterred by the rioters and politicians in our mission to secure America and its border

    Migrants are turning back because they know the reality is they will ultimately leave in handcuffs

    ” 

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  • MIL-OSI USA: FEMA Authorizes Funds to Fight Himalaya Road Fire in Alaska

    Source: US Federal Emergency Management Agency

    Headline: FEMA Authorizes Funds to Fight Himalaya Road Fire in Alaska

    FEMA Authorizes Funds to Fight Himalaya Road Fire in Alaska

    BOTHELL, Wash

     –  The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) authorized the use of federal funds to help with firefighting costs for the Himalaya Road Fire burning in the Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska

     The state of Alaska’s request for a declaration under FEMA’s Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) program was approved by FEMA Region 10 Deputy Acting Administrator Anthony J

    Morea on Monday, June 23, 2025, at 8:19 p

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    PT

    He determined that the Himalaya Road Fire threatened to cause such destruction as would constitute a major disaster

     This is the second FMAG declaration in 2025 to help fight Alaska wildfires

     At the time of the state’s request, the wildfire threatened homes in and around the communities of Himalaya, Haystack, Hayes Creek, and Fox

     The fire also threatened powerlines, cell towers, watersheds, fishing streams, spawning sites, wildlife, cultural resources, and part of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline

     FMAGs make funding available to pay up to 75 percent of a state’s eligible firefighting costs for fires that threaten to become major disasters

    Eligible items can include expenses for field camps, equipment use, materials, supplies and mobilization and demobilization activities attributed to fighting the fire

    These grants do not provide assistance to individual home or business owners and do not cover other infrastructure damage caused by the fire

      
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    Tue, 06/24/2025 – 20:46

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Disaster Recovery Centers in Anderson, Daviess and Hopkins Counties to Close Permanently; Help is Still Available

    Source: US Federal Emergency Management Agency

    Headline: Disaster Recovery Centers in Anderson, Daviess and Hopkins Counties to Close Permanently; Help is Still Available

    Disaster Recovery Centers in Anderson, Daviess and Hopkins Counties to Close Permanently; Help is Still Available

    FRANKFORT, Ky

    –The Disaster Recovery Centers in Anderson, Daviess and Hopkins counties are scheduled to close permanently this week

    Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides can still apply for FEMA assistance

      Hopkins County – Closing permanently Wednesday, June 25, at 7 p

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    CTLocation: Hopkins County Fairground605 E

    Arch St, Madisonville, KY 42431Working hours until closure: Monday through this Wednesday 9 a

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    to 7 p

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    CT Anderson County – Closing permanently Thursday, June 26, at 7 p

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    ETLocation: Anderson Co

    Community Center1026 County Park RdLawrenceburg, KY 40342Working hours until closure:  Monday through this Thursday 9 a

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    to 7 p

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    ET Daviess County – Closing permanently Thursday, June 26, at 7 p

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    CTLocation: Stanley Fire Department159 Highway 1554 Stanley, KY 42301Working hours until closure: Monday through this Thursday 9 a

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    to 7 p

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    CTDisaster Recovery Centers are one-stop shops where you can get information and advice on available assistance from state, federal and community organizations

     You can get help to apply for FEMA assistance, learn the status of your FEMA application, understand the letters you get from FEMA and get referrals to agencies that may offer other assistance

    The U

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    Small Business Administration representatives and resources from the Commonwealth are also available at the Disaster Recovery Centers to assist you

    FEMA is encouraging Kentuckians affected by the April storms to apply for federal disaster assistance as soon as possible

    The deadline to apply is July 25

    You can visit any Disaster Recovery Center to get in-person assistance

    No appointment is needed

    To find all other center locations, including those in other states, go to fema

    gov/drc or text “DRC” and a Zip Code to 43362

     You don’t have to visit a center to apply for FEMA assistance

    There are other ways to apply: online at DisasterAssistance

    gov, use the FEMA App for mobile devices or call 800-621-3362

    If you use a relay service, such as Video Relay Service (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA the number for that service

     When you apply, you will need to provide:A current phone number where you can be contacted

    Your address at the time of the disaster and the address where you are now staying

    Your Social Security Number

     A general list of damage and losses

    Banking information if you choose direct deposit

     If insured, the policy number or the agent and/or the company name

    For more information about Kentucky flooding recovery, visit www

    fema

    gov/disaster/4860 and www

    fema

    gov/disaster/4864

    Follow the FEMA Region 4 X account at x

    com/femaregion4

     
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    allenjr
    Tue, 06/24/2025 – 19:45

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Office of the Governor – News Release – Governor Green Amends Intent-to-Veto List

    Source: US State of Hawaii

    Office of the Governor – News Release – Governor Green Amends Intent-to-Veto List

    Posted on Jun 24, 2025 in Latest Department News, Newsroom, Office of the Governor Press Releases

    STATE OF HAWAIʻI
    KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI
     
    JOSH GREEN, M.D.
    GOVERNOR
    KE KIAʻĀINA
     

    GOVERNOR GREEN AMENDS INTENT-TO-VETO LIST 
     

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
    June 24, 2025

    HONOLULU – Governor Josh Green, M.D., today added SB 935, Relating to Government, to the 2025 Intent-to-Veto list transmitted to Legislative leadership by the statutorily required June 24 deadline. SB 935 is one of the more complex pieces of legislation to emerge from the 2025 session. By including this bill on the list, it allows the Governor to have the time to make an informed and well-researched decision. The addition of the bill brings the number of bills on the Intent-to-Veto list to 20, as compared to the record number of bills Governor Green has signed from the past session.

    Again, Governor Green is not required to veto every bill indicated on the Intent-to-Veto list, but cannot veto a bill that is not included. The release of this list provides additional time to continue ongoing discussions with key stakeholders concerning implementation and impact. Due to the record-setting number of bills enrolled to the governor this legislative session, potential changes to the state’s federal funding and reduced revenue projections from the Council on Revenues, additional time to analyze bills will ensure each bill is given the nuanced, thoughtful consideration it deserves. Governor Green has until July 9 to issue final vetoes. All other bills will become law by July 9.

    “Let me be clear: of the 320 bills passed by the Legislature this session, 20 are on our Intent-to-Veto list,” said Governor Green. “Our team has completed a review of every measure and the overwhelming majority of legislation will become law. Each bill on today’s list is based on thorough legal and fiscal analysis, and as always, was guided by what will best serve the people of Hawai‘i, protect our resources and strengthen our future.”

    To date, Governor Green has signed more than 200 bills into law benefiting the people and ‘āina of Hawai‘i, with core themes including environmental stewardship, educational access and success, as well as public safety. These represent key focus areas so far; additional bills awaiting signature will build upon this foundation to address state priorities. The remaining bills are on track to become law by July 9.

    Over 300 bills were reviewed by state departments and agencies, the Attorney General and the Governor in the last month. The Governor has until July 9 to issue final vetoes from the list, to sign them into law, or to allow them to become law without his signature.

    The following bills are being considered for vetoes, line-item vetoes, or reductions. Note that line-item vetoes only apply to fiscal bills.

    Fiscal Bills:

    HB126: RELATING TO PROPERTY FORFEITURE

    Bill Description: Increases transparency and accountability surrounding property forfeiture. Clarifies which property is subject to forfeiture. Amends the authorized disposition of forfeited property and the proceeds thereof. Requires the Attorney General to adopt rules necessary to carry out the purpose of the Hawaiʻi Omnibus Criminal Forfeiture Act. Repeals language that requires the Hawaiʻi Omnibus Criminal Forfeiture Act to be construed liberally.

    Veto Rationale: Asset forfeiture serves as a powerful deterrent against and punishment for criminal activity. The one-year deadline to return seized property for which the owner has not been charged with a covered offense, significantly weakens the efficacy of this dual deterrent and punishment. Many covered offenses, including felonies, often involve complex investigations that extend beyond a year, rendering this bill’s one-year deadline for law enforcement to file charges unrealistic. Seized property can serve as critical evidence in investigations, and its return before an investigation’s completion would severely hamper the investigation as well as the administration of justice at large.

    HB300: RELATING TO THE STATE BUDGET

    Bill Description: Appropriates funds for the operating and capital improvement budget of the Executive Branch for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027.

    Veto Rationale: Potential shifts in federal funding, coupled with recent projections from the Hawaiʻi Council on Revenues, require the state to reevaluate its budget to ensure essential services and priorities remain supported. Specific line-item reductions based on program feasibility, stability, and sustainability will help the state enter the fiscal year with a balanced budget and sound financial plan.

    HB302: RELATING TO CANNABIS
    Bill Description: Part I: Authorizes DOH to inspect qualifying patient medical records held by the physician, advanced practice registered nurse, or hospice provider who issued a written certification for the qualifying patient. Amends and adds definitions for purposes of the medical use of cannabis law. Clarifies the conditions of use for the medical use of cannabis. For purposes of issuing written certifications, authorizes the establishment of a provider-patient relationship via telehealth and limits the maximum amount of fees that can be assessed by providers. Authorizes the sale of hemp products and accessories for the medical use of cannabis at retail dispensing locations, except in waiting rooms. Clarifies transportation requirements for certain inter-dispensary sales of cannabis and manufactured cannabis products. Part II: Establishes criminal penalties for the unlicensed operation of a medical cannabis dispensary. Part III: Authorizes expenditures from the Medical Cannabis Registry and Regulation Special Fund to fund programs for the mitigation and abatement of nuisances related to illegal cannabis and hemp products and medical cannabis dispensaries and appropriates funds from the Special Fund to the AG’s Drug Nuisance Abatement Unit for these purposes, including establishing positions. Part IV: Beginning 1/1/2028, prohibits the cultivation of cannabis without a cannabis cultivator license issued by DOH.

    Veto Rationale: This administration remains committed to Hawai‘i’s existing medical cannabis program and supports efforts to expand access to medical cannabis for any medical condition. Although this bill’s authorization of medical cannabis certifications via telehealth expands access to medical cannabis, provisions authorizing the inspection of patients’ medical records without warrant constitute a grave violation of privacy. Given that the federal government classifies cannabis as a Schedule I substance, patients’ reasonable fears of repercussions based upon information gained from inspection of their personal medical records may deter patients from participating in the medical cannabis program.

    HB496: RELATING TO MĀMAKI TEA

    Bill Description: Prohibits the use of certain words and misleading Hawaiian imagery, place names, and motifs on the label of a consumer package that contains or includes tea or dried leaves from the plant Pipturus albidus, unless 100% of the tea or dried leaves were cultivated, harvested, and dried in the state. Appropriates funds for a Measurement Standards Inspector position.

    Veto Rationale: While the intent of this measure is to ensure consumer protection and reliable Made in Hawai‘i labeling, the bill imposes overly strict labeling requirements that could harm small businesses and māmaki producers who responsibly blend leaves from multiple sources. Prohibiting the labeling of products composed of less than 100% māmaki tea as “māmaki” ignores the economic contributions of and impacts to producers who mix or process māmaki with other herbs, undermining producers who support local māmaki farmers while meeting broader demand.

    HB796: RELATING TO TAX CREDITS

    Bill Description: Requires that income tax credits existing on 12/31/2025 or established or renewed after 12/31/2025 include a five-year sunset or an annual one-third reduction, beginning with the sixth year of the credit.

    Veto Rationale: This bill would have a significant long-term impact on income tax credits across a variety of industries, including film and television, research, and renewable energy. These tax credits are critical to supporting economic development and diversification, particularly within growing and emerging sectors. Categorically sunsetting income tax credits will not only disincentivize future investors from doing business in Hawai‘i, but will destabilize existing businesses that currently rely upon these tax credits.

    HB1369: RELATING TO TAXATION

    Bill Description: Amends and repeals certain exemptions under the general excise tax and use tax laws.

    Veto Rationale: The amendments to the general excise tax and use tax contained in this bill would impact sugarcane producers, commercial fishing vessels and securities exchanges. Removing the specific tax exemptions afforded to these entities would provide little financial benefit to the state while harming, in particular, sugarcane producers.

    SB583: RELATING TO NAMING RIGHTS

    Bill Description: Allows the naming rights of the Stadium Facility and Convention Center Facility to be leased to any public or private entity. Requires any revenues derived from advertising or marketing in or on the Stadium Facility or Convention Center Facility to be deposited into the appropriate special fund of the facility. Authorizes the display of the name of any entity that leased the naming rights to a stadium operated by the Stadium Authority on the exterior of the stadium.

    Veto Rationale: Pursuant to section 14, article III, of the Hawai‘i State Constitution, each bill may only contain one subject, which must pertain to the bill’s title. The exemption of concessions in the stadium facility and Convention Center from typical concession procurement procedures may violate section 14, article III, of the Hawai‘i State Constitution since the exemption appears to fall outside the titular scope of the bill, naming rights.

    SB589: RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY

    Bill Description: Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish an installation goal for customer-sited distributed energy resources in the state. Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish tariffs to achieve the installation goal and for grid services programs, microgrids and community-based renewable energy. Ensures that certain levels of compensation are provided for solar and energy storage exports from customer-sited distributed energy resources as part of grid service programs and requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish grid service compensation values. Clarifies when a person who constructs, maintains, or operates a new microgrid is not considered a public utility. Authorizes wheeling of renewable energy and requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish policies and procedures to implement wheeling and microgrid service tariffs.

    Veto Rationale: Maintaining Hawai‘i’s leadership in clean energy through established goals and initiatives remains a priority. The Public Utilities Commission has already opened or plans to open proceedings relating to microgrid services tariffs and customer-sited distributed energy resources and grid services. The mandates contained in this bill therefore risk duplication and delay of already existing efforts.

    Non-Fiscal Bills:

    HB235: RELATING TO TRAFFIC SAFETY

    Bill Description: Requires the Department of Transportation, after the City and County of Honolulu educates the public and adjusts any systems, to expand the use of photo red light imaging detector systems and automated speed enforcement systems to locations on the North Shore of O‘ahu.

    Veto Rationale: The Department of Transportation has developed specific criteria for the selection of communities within which to implement traffic safety systems. This criteria incorporates data-driven crash, citation and traffic volume metrics, which ensure communities are chosen based on need and potential for greatest impact. Ignoring this criteria in favor of legislatively mandated location selection threatens the integrity of the photo red light imaging detector system and automated speed enforcement system programs.

    HB800: RELATING TO GOVERNMENT

    Bill Description: Provides for the transfer of certain parcels in the Liliha Civic Center area and Iwilei Fire Station area from various state agencies to the City and County of Honolulu. Provides for the transfer of the parcel of land upon which Ali‘i Tower is sited from the City and County of Honolulu to the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Exempts the lands transferred to the Department of Land and Natural Resources from the definition of public lands for purposes of Chapter 171, HRS.

    Veto Rationale: The land transfers provided in the bill would negatively impact the City and County of Honolulu, which relies upon Ali‘i Tower’s land lease revenues and office spaces. Additionally, the state would face indeterminate additional costs, as Ali‘i Tower’s age likely necessitates capital improvements and ongoing maintenance. Although the intent of this bill is to reduce the state’s reliance on private commercial office space, no analysis exists identifying the amount of office space the acquisition of Aliʻi Tower would provide the state.

    HB958: RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION

    Bill Description: Establishes safe riding behaviors for electric bicycles. Prohibits the operation of high-speed electric devices in certain locations. Establishes labeling and signage requirements for electric bicycles. Prohibits the operation of a moped or electric motorcycle in certain locations. Amends the definition of “bicycle” for purposes of county vehicular taxes. Defines “electric bicycle” in place of “low-speed electric bicycle.” Defines “electric micro-mobility device” and requires the same regulations as electric foot scooters to apply to electric micro-mobility devices. Prohibits a person under the age of 16 from operating a class 3 electric bicycle. Authorizes a person under the age of 14 to operate class 2 electric bicycles under supervision. Prohibits a person from riding a class 3 electric bicycle on a sidewalk. Authorizes a person to ride a class 1 or class 2 electric bicycle on a sidewalk under certain circumstances. Prohibits a person from operating a bicycle or electric foot scooter under the age of 18 without a helmet. Repeals the requirement that moped drivers use bicycle lanes and substitutes the term “motor-driven cycle” with the term “motor scooter.”

    Veto Rationale: While mopeds and motorcycles are exempt from the prohibition established within this bill, on “high-speed electric devices” driving on public roadways, electric cars are not exempt. Such a prohibition would likely violate the Commerce Clause and Equal Protection Clause of the United States Constitution and conflict with the administration’s commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

    HB1296: RELATING TO THE MAJOR DISASTER FUND

    Bill Description: Establishes timely notice and reporting requirements to the Legislature by the Governor regarding the transfer of appropriations to the Major Disaster Fund. Effective 7/1/2025. Sunsets 7/1/2026.

    Veto Rationale: The administration is committed to the transparent, efficient management of state funds. During times of emergency, flexibility and the quick release of funds is necessary to respond to rapidly changing situations. This bill disrupts the delicate balance between reporting requirements facilitating government transparency and fiscal flexibility undergirding efficient response and recovery efforts. Placing additional administrative oversight over funds expended for emergencies jeopardizes public safety.

    SB15: RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION

    Bill Description: Amends the definition of “historic property” to require that the property is over 50 years old and meets the criteria for inclusion in the Hawaiʻi Register of Historic Places. Excludes proposed projects on existing residential property and proposed projects that are in nominally sensitive areas from the State’s Historic Preservation Program review, under certain circumstances.

    Veto Rationale: Exempting proposed projects on any existing residential property from historic preservation review fails to consider properties that have never undergone such a review and may contain historically significant artifacts or iwi kūpuna. This categorical exclusion increases the risk for desecration of iwi kūpuna and historical resources. Although Governor Green supports amending the historic preservation review process to facilitate housing production, a more nuanced approach to protecting iwi kūpuna is needed, such as that advanced in SB 1263.

    SB31: RELATING TO PROPERTY

    Bill Description: Authorizes a person who discovers a recorded discriminatory restrictive covenant to take certain actions, without liability, to invalidate the covenant. Defines discriminatory restrictive covenant.

    Veto Rationale: By enabling any person, including those without any interest in the specified real property, to record a statement that a real property’s title includes a discriminatory restrictive covenant, this bill provides a statutorily authorized mechanism for the circulation of disinformation. This disinformation has the potential to negatively affect the marketability of a property. Because the person who recorded the statement claiming a discriminatory restrictive covenant exists is waived of any liability, no recourse is available to those who suffer financial loss due to inaccurate claims concerning their property’s title.

    SB38: RELATING TO HOUSING

    Bill Description: Requires the Hawaiʻi Housing Finance and Development Corporation to provide counties with an opportunity to comment on certain housing development projects. Prohibits the legislative body of a county from imposing stricter conditions than the Hawaiʻi Housing Finance and Development Corporation, stricter area median income requirements, or a reduction in fee waivers to housing development proposals that would increase the cost of the project.

    Veto Rationale: County councils have expressed concerns that this bill hampers their ability to work with developers to modify housing projects to reflect the specific needs of their communities. While the administration supports measures intended to facilitate the production of affordable housing, further dialogue with the counties on this measure’s implementation is required.

    SB66: RELATING TO HOUSING

    Bill Description: Establishes procedures and requirements for single-family and multifamily housing project applicants to apply for an expedited permit, including requirements for completeness of expedited permit applications, duties of licensed professionals and the counties during construction, and applications for owner-builder exemptions. Takes effect 7/1/2026. Sunsets 6/30/2031.

    Veto Rationale: By allowing any qualified professional to determine a project’s impact on historical resources, this bill permits a project proponent to evaluate and determine the impact of its own projects on historical resources. This is a conflict of interest that allows for self-serving determinations, undermines the authority and purpose of regulatory agencies’ independent evaluations, and increases risk to iwi kūpuna.

    SB104: RELATING TO CORRECTIONS

    Bill Description: Beginning 7/1/2026, restricts the use of restrictive housing in state-operated and state-contracted correctional facilities, with certain specified exceptions. Establishes a restrictive housing legislative working group to develop and recommend more comprehensive laws, policies and procedures regarding restrictive housing for members of vulnerable populations by 1/8/2027. Requires the Hawaiʻi Correctional System Oversight Commission to review restrictive housing placements on an annual basis. Authorizes the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, by 12/1/2027, to implement policies and procedures recommended by the restrictive housing working group related to committed persons. Requires interim and final reports to the Legislature and Hawaiʻi Correctional System Oversight Commission.

    Veto Rationale: The Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has policies in place governing the use of restrictive housing. These policies and procedures comply with National Institute of Corrections and American Correctional Association standards. Rather than improve the health and safety of those in the department’s care, the implementation of certain requirements proposed in this bill will jeopardize the safety, security and good governance of the department’s facility, negatively impacting inmates. In lieu of this measure and to address stakeholders’ concerns, the department is working with the Hawaiʻi Correctional Systems Oversight Commission to amend its policies and procedures.

    SB447: RELATING TO A DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH PILOT PROGRAM

    Bill Description: Establishes a Hiring Pilot Program within the Department of Health, which includes an amended hiring procedure for delegated position classifications, certain flexibilities regarding minimum qualifications for positions having a salary range at or below SR-10, the ability to directly hire certain individuals into a civil service position if certain conditions are met, and the authority to make certain temporary appointments at the merited civil service pay scale without step limitation. Applies to recruitments initiated before 7/1/2028. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Sunsets 7/1/2028.

    Veto Rationale: The governor strongly supports efforts to streamline the state’s hiring process to address our workforce vacancies, especially those in our state’s public health sector. However, this bill conflicts with state civil service law, undermining the state’s merit-based civil service system. Disparities in hiring, classification and compensation throughout the state are expected to occur should this bill become law.

    SB1102: RELATING TO THE AIRCRAFT RESCUE FIRE FIGHTING UNIT

    Bill Description: Specifies the appointment processes and terms for the Fire Chief of the Hawaiʻi State Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting Unit of the Airports Division of the Department of Transportation.

    Veto Rationale: The appointment process proposed in the bill is inconsistent with the selection process for other department leadership positions. Further, due to the need to obtain legislative approval for the appointment of the Fire Chief, following the appointment process contained in this bill may delay the appointment of this critical leadership position, impacting airport operations, safety and readiness.

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    Media Contacts:  
    Erika Engle
    Press Secretary
    Office of the Governor, State of Hawai‘i
    Office: 808-586-0120
    Email: [email protected] 

    Makana McClellan
    Director of Communications
    Office of the Governor, State of Hawaiʻi
    Cell: 808-265-0083
    Email: [email protected]

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  • MIL-OSI USA: LT. GOVERNOR LUKE SIGNS BILL EXPANDING PRESCHOOL OPEN DOORS TO INCLUDE 2-YEAR-OLDS, SUPPORT WORKING FAMILIES

    Source: US State of Hawaii

    LT. GOVERNOR LUKE SIGNS BILL EXPANDING PRESCHOOL OPEN DOORS TO INCLUDE 2-YEAR-OLDS, SUPPORT WORKING FAMILIES

    Updates Will Reach More Families and Remove Barriers for Child Care Providers

    HONOLULU — Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke, serving as Acting Governor, today signed into law Act 203 (House Bill 692), a major expansion of the state’s Preschool Open Doors (POD) tuition subsidy program.

    The new law, which takes effect on January 1, 2026, expands eligibility to include 2-year-olds and removes burdensome accreditation requirements for child care providers—reducing barriers and increasing child care capacity across Hawaiʻi.

    Administered by the state’s Department of Human Services (DHS), POD provides monthly child care and preschool tuition subsidies to qualifying low- to middle-income families. This legislation marks another milestone in the state’s Ready Keiki plan, led by Lt. Governor Luke, to ensure universal access to early learning by 2032.

    In addition to the legislation, Lt. Governor Luke signed updated administrative rules (HAR 17-799) that further expand access to Preschool Open Doors. These changes take effect June 27, 2025, just in time for the open enrollment period starting July 1, 2025.

    “We know that far too many working families fall into the gap—they earn too much to qualify for help but still struggle to afford quality child care. For the first time, a family of four making about $180,000 can qualify for Preschool Open Doors,” said Lt. Governor Luke. “This expansion directly addresses that gap and brings us closer to our goal of making early learning truly accessible for all Hawaiʻi families.”

    POD Expansion Highlights:

    Act 203 (House Bill 692)

    • Expands eligibility to 2-year-olds
    • Allows DHS to make co-payments optional, allowing some qualifying families to receive full tuition subsidies
    • Removes the accreditation requirement for providers, which can be costly, time-consuming, and require frequent renewals
    • Allows DHS to adopt year-round, first-come, first-served enrollment

    Administrative Rules 17-799

    • Raises income eligibility to 500% of the federal poverty level (for example, a family of four earning up to $184,896 is now eligible)
    • Grants presumptive eligibility for families experiencing homelessness or domestic violence, providing temporary support for up to two months while documentation is gathered
    • Caps co-payments at 3% of income, or a maximum of $45 per month

    These updates build on a series of recent improvements to the POD program. In January 2024, new rules extended eligibility to 3-year-olds, increased income thresholds, and reduced co-pays. In July 2024, the program moved to a year-round application with designated priority and open enrollment periods, making it easier for families to apply when they’re ready.

    Today Lt. Governor Luke also signed into law Act 204 (House Bill 329) which clarifies the responsibilities of the School Facilities Authority, and Act 205 (Senate Bill 423) which adds the president of the Head Start Association of Hawaiʻi to the state’s Early Learning Board.

    Ryan Yamane, Department of Human Services director said, “These updates demonstrate our continued commitment to supporting Hawaiʻi’s families by expanding access to affordable, high-quality child care during the most critical years of a child’s development.”

    Families across the state are already seeing the real impact of Preschool Open Doors. The Hawaiʻi Children’s Action Network Speaks! (HCAN Speaks), which testified in strong support of House Bill 692, emphasized how meaningful these changes will be for working parents. “This is a game-changer for families across the state,” said Deborah Zysman, HCAN Speaks! executive director. “Preschool Open Doors has long been a lifeline for many, but these changes mean that even more parents, especially those who have struggled to get help, can finally access the support they need.”

    DHS will begin accepting applications for the next Preschool Open Doors open enrollment period starting July 1, 2025.

    Interested families may apply online here, or request an application from PATCH by visiting patchhawaii.org, calling (808) 791-2130, or toll-free at (800) 746-5620. PATCH can also help families find a preschool that meets their needs.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Large-scale fraud using trusted online seller accounts uncovered

    Source: Eurojust

    The criminals used phishing techniques to obtain login credentials from legitimate sellers on a well-known online commerce platform. After gaining access to the account, they changed the login details, locking the rightful users out of their accounts. The criminals then continued to post advertisements of fake goods on the seller account. Because customers trusted the seller accounts, they initially put orders in for over EUR 106 million. In the end, 556 customers completed their order and purchased goods that would never arrive, causing damages of over EUR 400 000.

    When investigators identified the locations of the criminal group, Romanian and German authorities quickly began working together through a joint investigation team established by Eurojust. The cooperation led to a series of actions in December 2024, during which evidence was collected through house searches in Germany, Romania and Austria. Based on the evidence obtained, the authorities arrested four suspects in Romania and three in Germany. Preventative measures are in place for the four suspects in Romania, and two suspects in Germany remain in custody.

    Following the actions in December, investigations into the group continued. Authorities discovered that three members of the criminal group had continued their criminal activities. The Romanian and German investigators quickly identified the individuals and prepared further action.

    During an action day on 24 June, the three members were detained in Romania following a European Arrest Warrant issued by the German authorities. Eight house searches were also conducted where IT systems were seized containing more evidence. Investigations into the criminal group are ongoing.

    The following authorities carried out the operation:

    • Romania: Prosecutor’s Office attached to the High Court of Cassation and Justice –Directorate for Investigating Organised Crime and Terrorism –Vâlcea Territorial Office; Service for Combating Organised Crime Vâlcea; Service for Combating Organised Crime Sibiu; Service for Special Actions Vâlcea; Service for Special Actions Sibiu
    • Germany: Bavarian Central Office for the Prosecution of Cybercrime; Criminal Police Department Nuremberg – K 52

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Large-scale fraud using trusted online seller accounts uncovered

    Source: Eurojust

    The criminals used phishing techniques to obtain login credentials from legitimate sellers on a well-known online commerce platform. After gaining access to the account, they changed the login details, locking the rightful users out of their accounts. The criminals then continued to post advertisements of fake goods on the seller account. Because customers trusted the seller accounts, they initially put orders in for over EUR 106 million. In the end, 556 customers completed their order and purchased goods that would never arrive, causing damages of over EUR 400 000.

    When investigators identified the locations of the criminal group, Romanian and German authorities quickly began working together through a joint investigation team established by Eurojust. The cooperation led to a series of actions in December 2024, during which evidence was collected through house searches in Germany, Romania and Austria. Based on the evidence obtained, the authorities arrested four suspects in Romania and three in Germany. Preventative measures are in place for the four suspects in Romania, and two suspects in Germany remain in custody.

    Following the actions in December, investigations into the group continued. Authorities discovered that three members of the criminal group had continued their criminal activities. The Romanian and German investigators quickly identified the individuals and prepared further action.

    During an action day on 24 June, the three members were detained in Romania following a European Arrest Warrant issued by the German authorities. Eight house searches were also conducted where IT systems were seized containing more evidence. Investigations into the criminal group are ongoing.

    The following authorities carried out the operation:

    • Romania: Prosecutor’s Office attached to the High Court of Cassation and Justice –Directorate for Investigating Organised Crime and Terrorism –Vâlcea Territorial Office; Service for Combating Organised Crime Vâlcea; Service for Combating Organised Crime Sibiu; Service for Special Actions Vâlcea; Service for Special Actions Sibiu
    • Germany: Bavarian Central Office for the Prosecution of Cybercrime; Criminal Police Department Nuremberg – K 52

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  • MIL-OSI: Bitget Powers India Blockchain Tour in Hyderabad, Ahmedabad and Mumbai

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NEW DELHI, June 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has joined the 2025 edition of the India Blockchain Tour (IBT) as the exclusive “Powered by” partner for the Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Mumbai chapters. The collaboration brings a sharper focus to blockchain education and real-world applications across three major cities through curated networking and knowledge-sharing events in the second half of the year.

    Organized by Octaloop, IBT 2025 will span eight cities and feature key voices across policy, investment, development, and product. Hyderabad (June 28), Ahmedabad (July 13), and Mumbai (August 3) will serve as the core cities supported by Bitget, with each stop designed to bring together a local mix of talent and curiosity. Interactive sessions, product showcases, and discussion forums will create an accessible entry point into blockchain technology and digital assets, particularly for students, developers, and working professionals.

    “India is a key market for us. Whether it’s working with regulators or engaging directly with blockchain developers, we’re actively building here. As one of the top global exchanges, we see this tour as an opportunity to meet people on the ground and strengthen the trust that drives long-term growth,” said Jyotsna Hirdyani, Head of South Asia at Bitget.

    This multi-city roadshow marks a return to on-ground activation for Bitget in India, building on the success of its 2023 “India Learns Crypto” initiative. That campaign launched with packed meetups in Delhi and Mumbai, drawing hundreds of attendees and leading to sustained community interest in educational forums. The Delhi session alone brought together over 140 participants, while the Mumbai event hosted over 300. Featuring a blend of speaker panels, partner collaborations, and open Q&A, the series gained traction as a trusted forum for blockchain learning.

    India’s role in the global crypto and blockchain landscape continues to expand—marked by growing developer activity, rising user interest in self-custody and DeFi, and increasingly visible local startup innovation. The tour provides a natural format to channel this momentum into more structured learning and collaboration, while offering platforms for emerging voices and projects to gain visibility.

    The choice of Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Mumbai reflects a broader pattern in India’s web3 evolution. These cities are known for their concentration of technical universities, strong fintech ecosystems, and a rising number of first-time blockchain users. Engaging them through direct, city-level programming allows for a sharper local pulse—one that online campaigns often miss.

    As the tour continues across India through the end of the year, Bitget’s participation aims to serve as a touchpoint for those seeking practical exposure to blockchain—beyond market cycles. With a focus on accessibility and relevance, the collaboration intends to build tangible outcomes for the people who will shape India’s next wave of digital innovation.

    To join us on the tour, please visit here.

    About Bitget

    Established in 2018, Bitget is the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company. Serving over 120 million users in 150+ countries and regions, the Bitget exchange is committed to helping users trade smarter with its pioneering copy trading feature and other trading solutions, while offering real-time access to Bitcoin price, Ethereum price, and other cryptocurrency prices. Formerly known as BitKeep, Bitget Wallet is a leading non-custodial crypto wallet supporting 130+ blockchains and millions of tokens. It offers multi-chain trading, staking, payments, and direct access to 20,000+ DApps, with advanced swaps and market insights built into a single platform. Bitget is at the forefront of driving crypto adoption through strategic partnerships, such as its role as the Official Crypto Partner of the World’s Top Football League, LALIGA, in EASTERN, SEA and LATAM markets, as well as a global partner of Turkish National athletes Buse Tosun Çavuşoğlu (Wrestling world champion), Samet Gümüş (Boxing gold medalist) and İlkin Aydın (Volleyball national team), to inspire the global community to embrace the future of cryptocurrency.

    For more information, visit: Website | Twitter | Telegram | LinkedIn | Discord | Bitget Wallet

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

    Risk Warning: Digital asset prices are subject to fluctuation and may experience significant volatility. Investors are advised to only allocate funds they can afford to lose. The value of any investment may be impacted, and there is a possibility that financial objectives may not be met, nor the principal investment recovered. Independent financial advice should always be sought, and personal financial experience and standing carefully considered. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Bitget accepts no liability for any potential losses incurred. Nothing contained herein should be construed as financial advice. For further information, please refer to our Terms of Use.

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/2825994b-e83a-4a7f-9249-25191557f84a

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  • MIL-OSI: Bitget Powers India Blockchain Tour in Hyderabad, Ahmedabad and Mumbai

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NEW DELHI, June 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has joined the 2025 edition of the India Blockchain Tour (IBT) as the exclusive “Powered by” partner for the Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Mumbai chapters. The collaboration brings a sharper focus to blockchain education and real-world applications across three major cities through curated networking and knowledge-sharing events in the second half of the year.

    Organized by Octaloop, IBT 2025 will span eight cities and feature key voices across policy, investment, development, and product. Hyderabad (June 28), Ahmedabad (July 13), and Mumbai (August 3) will serve as the core cities supported by Bitget, with each stop designed to bring together a local mix of talent and curiosity. Interactive sessions, product showcases, and discussion forums will create an accessible entry point into blockchain technology and digital assets, particularly for students, developers, and working professionals.

    “India is a key market for us. Whether it’s working with regulators or engaging directly with blockchain developers, we’re actively building here. As one of the top global exchanges, we see this tour as an opportunity to meet people on the ground and strengthen the trust that drives long-term growth,” said Jyotsna Hirdyani, Head of South Asia at Bitget.

    This multi-city roadshow marks a return to on-ground activation for Bitget in India, building on the success of its 2023 “India Learns Crypto” initiative. That campaign launched with packed meetups in Delhi and Mumbai, drawing hundreds of attendees and leading to sustained community interest in educational forums. The Delhi session alone brought together over 140 participants, while the Mumbai event hosted over 300. Featuring a blend of speaker panels, partner collaborations, and open Q&A, the series gained traction as a trusted forum for blockchain learning.

    India’s role in the global crypto and blockchain landscape continues to expand—marked by growing developer activity, rising user interest in self-custody and DeFi, and increasingly visible local startup innovation. The tour provides a natural format to channel this momentum into more structured learning and collaboration, while offering platforms for emerging voices and projects to gain visibility.

    The choice of Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Mumbai reflects a broader pattern in India’s web3 evolution. These cities are known for their concentration of technical universities, strong fintech ecosystems, and a rising number of first-time blockchain users. Engaging them through direct, city-level programming allows for a sharper local pulse—one that online campaigns often miss.

    As the tour continues across India through the end of the year, Bitget’s participation aims to serve as a touchpoint for those seeking practical exposure to blockchain—beyond market cycles. With a focus on accessibility and relevance, the collaboration intends to build tangible outcomes for the people who will shape India’s next wave of digital innovation.

    To join us on the tour, please visit here.

    About Bitget

    Established in 2018, Bitget is the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company. Serving over 120 million users in 150+ countries and regions, the Bitget exchange is committed to helping users trade smarter with its pioneering copy trading feature and other trading solutions, while offering real-time access to Bitcoin price, Ethereum price, and other cryptocurrency prices. Formerly known as BitKeep, Bitget Wallet is a leading non-custodial crypto wallet supporting 130+ blockchains and millions of tokens. It offers multi-chain trading, staking, payments, and direct access to 20,000+ DApps, with advanced swaps and market insights built into a single platform. Bitget is at the forefront of driving crypto adoption through strategic partnerships, such as its role as the Official Crypto Partner of the World’s Top Football League, LALIGA, in EASTERN, SEA and LATAM markets, as well as a global partner of Turkish National athletes Buse Tosun Çavuşoğlu (Wrestling world champion), Samet Gümüş (Boxing gold medalist) and İlkin Aydın (Volleyball national team), to inspire the global community to embrace the future of cryptocurrency.

    For more information, visit: Website | Twitter | Telegram | LinkedIn | Discord | Bitget Wallet

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

    Risk Warning: Digital asset prices are subject to fluctuation and may experience significant volatility. Investors are advised to only allocate funds they can afford to lose. The value of any investment may be impacted, and there is a possibility that financial objectives may not be met, nor the principal investment recovered. Independent financial advice should always be sought, and personal financial experience and standing carefully considered. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Bitget accepts no liability for any potential losses incurred. Nothing contained herein should be construed as financial advice. For further information, please refer to our Terms of Use.

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/2825994b-e83a-4a7f-9249-25191557f84a

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  • MIL-OSI: XRP Holders Explore New Avenues as Topnotch Crypto Launches High-Yield XRP Cloud Mining Contracts

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    New York, June 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As XRP continues to be a focal point of discussion in the cryptocurrency community, Topnotch Crypto has announced the launch of its innovative XRP cloud mining contracts, attracting significant interest from both long-term XRP holders and the broader investment community. This launch comes at a time when investors are actively seeking new ways to leverage their digital assets.

    The new offering from Topnotch Crypto provides a compelling opportunity for those looking to generate passive income through XRP and other leading cryptocurrencies, establishing a new benchmark for accessibility and profitability in the cloud mining sector.

    Visit the official Topnotch Crypto website: https://topnotchcrypto.com/

    Making XRP Mining a Reality for Everyone

    Traditionally, the unique consensus mechanism of XRP has made it unmineable in the conventional sense. Topnotch Crypto addresses this by offering simulated cloud mining contracts that allow users to earn XRP rewards. This innovative approach removes the need for expensive hardware or technical expertise, making XRP-focused returns accessible to all.

    A spokesperson for Topnotch Crypto stated, “We recognize the strong community behind XRP and have designed our new contracts to provide them with a transparent and straightforward way to increase their holdings. Our goal is to empower a broader audience to participate in the future of digital finance.”

    The platform advanced, green-energy-powered mining facilities handle all the technical complexities, allowing users to rent computing power and start earning rewards in XRP, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other popular cryptocurrencies.

    A Flexible Range of Contracts for Every Investor

    Topnotch Crypto has structured a variety of mining contracts to cater to different investment levels and goals. The potential returns are clear and transparent:

    • $15 Contract: A 1-day contract with a $0.60 return, for a total of $15.60 at expiration.
    • $100 Contract: A 2-day contract providing a $3 daily return, totaling $106 upon expiration.
    • $500 Contract: A 7-day contract generating a $6 daily return, for a total of $542 at expiration.
    • $1,100 Contract: A 15-day contract with a daily return of $14.63, totaling $1,319.45 at expiration.
    • $4,800 Contract: A 20-day contract offering a daily return of $69.60, for a total of $6,192 at expiration.
    • $10,000 Contract: The premier 30-day contract delivering a daily return of $155, resulting in a total of $14,650 and a profit of $4,650.

    Click here to view complete contract details

    How to Begin with Topnotch Crypto

    The process to start mining is simple:

    1. Register a platform account and you will receive $15, and you will receive a $0.6 reward for daily sign-in
    2. Select Your Contract: Browse our range of XRP cloud mining contracts and choose the one that fits your goals.
    3. Start Earning: Activate your chosen plan and begin receiving daily XRP rewards automatically.

    Don’t wait for the next XRP rally to start earning. Explore the future of XRP mining with Topnotch Crypto today at https://topnotchcrypto.com

    About Topnotch Crypto

    Topnotch Crypto is a global cloud mining platform committed to simplifying cryptocurrency mining. With a focus on providing opportunities for enthusiasts of XRP and other major digital assets, the company offers a secure, user-friendly, and environmentally conscious way to generate passive income.

    To explore the future of XRP cloud mining, visit: https://topnotchcrypto.com/

    More information:

    Official website: https://topnotchcrypto.com

    APP download: https://topnotchcrypto.com/xml/index.html#/app

    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 involves risks, including the potential loss of principal. It is strongly recommended that you perform your own due diligence and consult with a professional financial advisor before making any investment or trading decisions in cryptocurrencies and securities.

    The MIL Network –

  • MIL-OSI: XRP Holders Explore New Avenues as Topnotch Crypto Launches High-Yield XRP Cloud Mining Contracts

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    New York, June 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As XRP continues to be a focal point of discussion in the cryptocurrency community, Topnotch Crypto has announced the launch of its innovative XRP cloud mining contracts, attracting significant interest from both long-term XRP holders and the broader investment community. This launch comes at a time when investors are actively seeking new ways to leverage their digital assets.

    The new offering from Topnotch Crypto provides a compelling opportunity for those looking to generate passive income through XRP and other leading cryptocurrencies, establishing a new benchmark for accessibility and profitability in the cloud mining sector.

    Visit the official Topnotch Crypto website: https://topnotchcrypto.com/

    Making XRP Mining a Reality for Everyone

    Traditionally, the unique consensus mechanism of XRP has made it unmineable in the conventional sense. Topnotch Crypto addresses this by offering simulated cloud mining contracts that allow users to earn XRP rewards. This innovative approach removes the need for expensive hardware or technical expertise, making XRP-focused returns accessible to all.

    A spokesperson for Topnotch Crypto stated, “We recognize the strong community behind XRP and have designed our new contracts to provide them with a transparent and straightforward way to increase their holdings. Our goal is to empower a broader audience to participate in the future of digital finance.”

    The platform advanced, green-energy-powered mining facilities handle all the technical complexities, allowing users to rent computing power and start earning rewards in XRP, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other popular cryptocurrencies.

    A Flexible Range of Contracts for Every Investor

    Topnotch Crypto has structured a variety of mining contracts to cater to different investment levels and goals. The potential returns are clear and transparent:

    • $15 Contract: A 1-day contract with a $0.60 return, for a total of $15.60 at expiration.
    • $100 Contract: A 2-day contract providing a $3 daily return, totaling $106 upon expiration.
    • $500 Contract: A 7-day contract generating a $6 daily return, for a total of $542 at expiration.
    • $1,100 Contract: A 15-day contract with a daily return of $14.63, totaling $1,319.45 at expiration.
    • $4,800 Contract: A 20-day contract offering a daily return of $69.60, for a total of $6,192 at expiration.
    • $10,000 Contract: The premier 30-day contract delivering a daily return of $155, resulting in a total of $14,650 and a profit of $4,650.

    Click here to view complete contract details

    How to Begin with Topnotch Crypto

    The process to start mining is simple:

    1. Register a platform account and you will receive $15, and you will receive a $0.6 reward for daily sign-in
    2. Select Your Contract: Browse our range of XRP cloud mining contracts and choose the one that fits your goals.
    3. Start Earning: Activate your chosen plan and begin receiving daily XRP rewards automatically.

    Don’t wait for the next XRP rally to start earning. Explore the future of XRP mining with Topnotch Crypto today at https://topnotchcrypto.com

    About Topnotch Crypto

    Topnotch Crypto is a global cloud mining platform committed to simplifying cryptocurrency mining. With a focus on providing opportunities for enthusiasts of XRP and other major digital assets, the company offers a secure, user-friendly, and environmentally conscious way to generate passive income.

    To explore the future of XRP cloud mining, visit: https://topnotchcrypto.com/

    More information:

    Official website: https://topnotchcrypto.com

    APP download: https://topnotchcrypto.com/xml/index.html#/app

    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 involves risks, including the potential loss of principal. It is strongly recommended that you perform your own due diligence and consult with a professional financial advisor before making any investment or trading decisions in cryptocurrencies and securities.

    The MIL Network –

  • MIL-OSI Economics: Samsung Showcases Innovative TVs and Services at 2025 Latin America Visual Display Seminar

    Source: Samsung

    Samsung Electronics today introduced its latest advancements in display technology and service innovations at its 2025 Latin America Visual Display Seminar, held in São Paulo on June 24 and 25.
     
    The annual seminar brought together regional partners and media to experience Samsung’s newest TV lineup. Attendees had the opportunity to experience a range of innovative technologies, including the distinctive Real Quantum Dot technology of its QLEDs, the Glare-Free 2.0 feature in its OLEDs, Tizen OS and home care technologies.
     
    ▲ Kevin Cha, Picture Quality Solution Lab at Samsung Electronics, shows off Samsung’s newest TVs at the 2025 Latin America Visual Display Seminar.
     
     
    Certified QD and Enhanced OLED Push the Limits of Display Innovation
    Samsung’s 2025 Neo QLED TVs utilizes quantum dot architecture certified by TÜV Rheinland, meeting international standards for true quantum dot (QD) display. Unlike others using the “QLED” label, Samsung’s implementation uses a no-cadmium quantum dot layer and a dedicated blue LED light source to produce brighter and more accurate colors that remain vivid in both bright and dark environments. Attendees were able to compare these displays firsthand and observe the differences in color purity and brightness.
     
    ▲ Kevin Cha, Picture Quality Solution Lab at Samsung Electronics, explains how a QLED with a quantum dot (QD) film, with sufficient quantum dot content, combined with a blue light source, produces brighter and more accurate colors.
     
    The 2025 OLED lineup introduces new upgrades with Glare-Free 2.0, which reduces reflections for a clearer viewing experience. The new OLEDs also include a feature that automatically adjusts brightness based on the content and ambient lighting conditions, ensuring clarity and depth at any time of day.
     
     
    Enhanced Content Experiences With Tizen
    The seminar highlighted life-enhancing technologies alongside screen breakthroughs, demonstrating how TVs can function as a lifestyle platform through various user scenarios and everyday conveniences.
     
    Samsung’s Tizen OS continues to power a wide range of rich content and smart services. Samsung TV Plus1 offers exclusive access to K-pop performances, such as SM Town LIVE 2025 in L.A.,2 while SmartThings expands automation options, including personalized TV routines based on user habits.
     
    ▲ Eduardo Rubio, Samsung Electronics, explains how Samsung TV Plus provides free ad-supported content to Samsung TV users.
     
    Additionally, Samsung Art Store3 brings high-quality digital artwork and diverse collections from global partners, including MoMA, the Metropolitan Museum of Art and Art Basel, directly to the screen.
     
    ▲ Jeongeun Oh, Customer Experience Team at Samsung Electronics, give attendees hands-on experiences of lifestyle features including karaoke (right) and Daily Board.
     
     
    Smarter Connected Experiences and Lifestyle Features With SmartThings
    The seminar also demonstrated how Samsung TVs extend beyond entertainment to support everyday living.
     
    Care Experience utilizes built-in sensors and AI to detect environmental cues – such as a baby crying or pet movement – and automatically adjusts content to fit the situation.
     
    The Daily Board displays personalized information when the screen is off, and through Samsung Food integration, offers recipe suggestions and cooking guides tailored to individual preferences.
     
    Participants were also introduced to Samsung Daily+, a lifestyle content hub providing access to healthcare resources, remote medical consultations and video calls.
     
    In addition, the 2025 TVs now natively support Google Cast, seamlessly bringing your favorite entertainment to the big screen. With over 5,000 Cast-enabled apps, you can easily stream your favorite movies, music and shows from your mobile devices, creating an uninterrupted and enhanced entertainment experience.
     
     
    1 Samsung TV Plus is the go-to service for free, premium entertainment that allows content owners and advertisers to engage consumers at scale. As a leader in free ad-supported TV (FAST) and video-on-demand (AVOD), Samsung TV Plus is the #1 free ad-supported app on Samsung Smart TVs, with nearly 3,000 ad-supported linear channels available globally in 30 countries across 630M active devices. Samsung TV Plus is accessible on 2016-2025 Samsung Smart TVs, Galaxy devices, Smart Monitors and Family Hub refrigerators. To learn more, including availability in your region, visit samsungtvplus.com.
    2 Available in select countries. To learn more, visit samsungtvplus.com.
    3 Samsung Art Store is a global digital art subscription platform available on Samsung TVs, now offering over 3,500 curated artworks from more than 800 artists and 70 world-class galleries and museums. First launched in 2017 with The Frame, the Art Store experience is now available on 2025 Samsung AI-powered Neo QLED and QLED TVs, giving more viewers access to premium art in 4K resolution. For more information, including availability in your region, visit Samsung.com.

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  • Cabinet approves Pune Metro Phase-2 expansion to boost urban connectivity

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved Phase-2 of the Pune Metro Rail Project, which includes two new corridors: Vanaz to Chandani Chowk (Corridor 2A) and Ramwadi to Wagholi/Vitthalwadi (Corridor 2B). These corridors are extensions of the existing Vanaz–Ramwadi line developed under Phase-1.

    The two elevated corridors will together span 12.75 km, incorporating 13 stations and connecting rapidly developing suburban areas such as Chandani Chowk, Bavdhan, Kothrud, Kharadi, and Wagholi. The project is expected to be completed within four years.

    With an estimated cost of Rs. 3,626.24 crore, the project will be jointly funded by the Government of India, the Government of Maharashtra, and external bilateral/multilateral agencies. It aligns with Pune’s Comprehensive Mobility Plan (CMP), aiming to create a continuous Chandani Chowk to Wagholi east-west metro corridor and strengthen mass transit options in the city.

    Once completed, the new corridors will serve major IT hubs, business zones, educational institutions, and residential neighborhoods, significantly improving public transport accessibility and increasing overall metro ridership. Integration at the District Court Interchange Station with Line-1 (Nigdi–Katraj) and Line-3 (Hinjewadi–District Court) will offer seamless multimodal travel across the Pune metropolitan area.

    The long-term vision for Pune’s urban transport also includes the integration of intercity bus services. Passengers arriving from cities such as Mumbai and Bengaluru will be able to connect through Chandani Chowk, while those coming from Ahilya Nagar and Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar will find convenient links at Wagholi. This is expected to reduce congestion on major city roads like Paud Road and Nagar Road, offering citizens safer, faster, and greener travel options.

    Projected incremental daily ridership for the expanded Line-2 corridor is estimated at 0.96 lakh in 2027, rising to 2.01 lakh by 2037, 2.87 lakh by 2047, and 3.49 lakh by 2057.

    The project will be executed by Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (Maha-Metro), which is responsible for all civil and electro-mechanical work. Pre-construction activities such as topographical surveys and detailed design consultations have already begun.

  • Russia says it is too early to assess US bomb damage to Iranian nuclear facilities

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    The Kremlin said on Wednesday that it thought it was too early for anyone to have an accurate picture of the extent of damage inflicted on Iran’s nuclear facilities by U.S. bombing last weekend.

    Asked if Russia had its own information on the degree of damage, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said: “No. I don’t think that anyone can have realistic data now. It’s probably too early, we need to wait until such data appears.”

    U.S. President Donald Trump said at the weekend that the strikes had “obliterated” Iran’s nuclear facilities.

    However, three sources with knowledge of the matter told Reuters that a preliminary U.S. intelligence assessment had determined that the attacks had set back Tehran’s programme by only a matter of months.

    Russia has condemned the strikes on Iran, with which it signed a strategic cooperation agreement in January, as illegal, unjustified and unprovoked.

    Peskov said Russia had indications that there were open communications channels between Washington and Tehran, adding that Moscow was closely monitoring developments and still talking to Iran itself.

    -Reuters

  • PM Modi’s decision to open space sector “greatest turning point”, industry could grow to over $40 billion in decade: Jitendra Singh

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Wednesday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s decision to open up the space sector to private players as a “turning point” that sparked a “miraculous” transformation. He projected that the sector could grow to USD 40–45 billion in a decade, and added that experiments conducted by astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla during the Axiom-4 mission will help prepare for future Indian space missions, including Chandrayaan-4 and the Bharat Space Station, planned for 2035.

    Singh noted that one of the biggest milestones in India’s space programme came when the private sector was allowed to participate. “I think one of the greatest turning points in India’s space journey has been PM Modi’s path-breaking decision to allow the private sector to step in. The change has been miraculous. The transformation in the last 4–5 years — there are thousands of crores of investments happening from the private sector,” he told ANI.

    Singh further said that India’s space sector is set for rapid growth in the coming years. “Our future projections indicate that in about 8–10 years, we might grow 4–5 times, reaching about USD 40–45 billion. Opening up the space sector to the private sector was a very courageous decision, which could have been taken only by a political dispensation with tremendous conviction and willpower,” the Union minister said.

    Referring to India’s growing ambitions in space exploration, Singh said the recent Axiom Mission 4 would provide valuable experience for future Indian missions.

    “I think it will also be a good experience for future missions. This, coupled with Chandrayaan-4 and missions like the Bharat Space Station, which we plan to have by 2035, and for long-duration stays in space or microgravity conditions — what arrangements need to be put in place will also be learned through the experiments conducted by Shubhanshu,” Singh said.

    Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also hailed the successful launch of the Axiom Mission 4, stating that Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla carries the wishes, hopes, and aspirations of 1.4 billion Indian citizens.

    “We welcome the successful launch of the Space Mission carrying astronauts from India, Hungary, Poland, and the US. The Indian astronaut, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, is on his way to becoming the first Indian to go to the International Space Station. He carries with him the wishes, hopes, and aspirations of 1.4 billion Indians. Wish him and the other astronauts all the success!” PM Modi posted on X.

    Following the successful lift-off of Axiom Mission 4, Singh also saif on X that India’s rise to the status of a “Viksit Bharat” had begun through its space exploration.

    “Congratulations, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla — you are the first Indian astronaut to embark on a mission to the International Space Station. Indeed, a proud moment for India! ISRO’s growing global collaborations, after the reforms introduced by the government headed by PM Narendra Modi, have placed India at the forefront of space exploration,” Singh wrote.

    He added that Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla would carry out seven important experiments designed by Indian institutes. The minister also took the opportunity to remember and honour the visionaries behind India’s space ambitions, Vikram Sarabhai and Satish Dhawan.

    The Axiom Mission 4 was launched aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida at 2:31 am Eastern Time (noon IST). 

    ANI

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: MHRA publishes final Business Plan for 2023-2026 Corporate Plan 

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    News story

    MHRA publishes final Business Plan for 2023-2026 Corporate Plan 

    The new Business Plan sets out priorities for 2025–26: Protecting public safety and maintaining public trust; delivering efficient, predictable services through regulatory excellence; being an agile organisation that drives innovation; being a great place to work and providing excellent customer service. 

    The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has published its Business Plan for 2025/26, reaffirming its commitment to keeping patients safe and enabling access to high quality and effective medical products through innovation across the UK. 

    As an Executive Agency of the Department of Health and Social Care, the MHRA plays a key role in delivering the Government’s priorities to help people live healthier, longer lives. This includes supporting the missions to ensure safe and fast regulatory approval, helping build an NHS fit for the future, and driving innovation and growth in the UK’s Life Sciences sector.  

    The MHRA Business Plan for 2025/26 includes commitments towards: 

    • Strengthening patient safety further, by making safety monitoring faster, more efficient, and more data driven 

    • Implementing an agile and risk-proportionate regulatory environment that enables growth  

    • Embedding changes needed to continue maintaining consistent performance and efficient delivery of core services within predictable timeframes.  

     The full MHRA Business Plan 2025/26 can be found on the MHRA website.    

    Notes to Editors 

    • The MHRA’s 2025/26 Business Plan is available here. 

    • The MHRA is an executive agency of the Department of Health and Social Care. 

    • The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) regulates all medicines and medical devices in the UK, ensuring they are effective and acceptably safe. All decisions are underpinned by rigorous, evidence-based judgements to ensure the benefits outweigh any risks. 

    • For media enquiries, please contact: newscentre@mhra.gov.uk or call 020 3080 7651.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Landmark plan to rebuild NHS in working class communities

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    Press release

    Landmark plan to rebuild NHS in working class communities

    The 10 Year Health Plan will set out how the government plans to tackle inequalities in people’s health through fundamental reforms to our health system

    • Billions freed up to move critical resources like medicines and equipment to regions that most need them
    • Major changes to how GP funding is distributed to help working class communities and coastal areas
    • Health Secretary to speak in Blackpool on 10 Year Health Plan’s focus on closing health inequalities

    People living in working class communities and areas where medical resources are desperately needed are set to benefit from a huge boost in support, with billions of pounds diverted to deprived areas regions, as the Government’s 10 Year Health Plan takes unprecedented action to tackle the nation’s stark health inequalities.  

    After years of neglect, areas where people need the NHS most often have the fewest GPs, the worst performing services, and the longest waits – a phenomenon dubbed the inverse care law. People in working class areas and coastal towns spend more of their lives in ill health and life expectancy among women with the lowest incomes has fallen in recent years, after decades of progress.

    The 10 Year Health Plan will set out how the government plans to rebuild the NHS and tackle widening inequalities in people’s health through fundamental reforms to our health system, putting an end to a postcode lottery of care.

    In recent months, the NHS has driven trusts and ICBs hard to cut out wasteful spending and tackle projected deficits. By driving out the culture of deficits, around £2.2 billion previously set aside for deficit support will be freed up, so it can be reinvested in critical resources like staff, medicines, new technology and equipment where they are most needed. This will support millions of people in parts of England that have historically been left behind – such as in rural communities, coastal towns, and working-class communities.

    The Health Secretary will announce the change during a speech in the North West.

    Speaking in the North West today, Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting is expected to say:

    The truth is, those in greatest need often receive the worst quality healthcare. It flies in the face of the values the NHS was founded on. The circumstances of your birth shouldn’t determine your worth. A core ambition of our ten-year plan will be to restore the promise of the NHS, to provide first class healthcare for everyone in our country and end the postcode lottery.

    Last year we sent crack teams of top clinicians to hospitals in parts of the country with the highest waiting lists and levels of economic inactivity. It has seen waiting lists in those areas falling twice as fast as the rest of the country, helping get sick Brits back to health and back to work.

    Thanks to the reforms we’ve made to bear down on wasteful spending, we can now invest the savings in working class communities that need it most. Where towns have the greatest health needs and the fewest GPs, we will prioritise investment to rebuild your NHS and rebuild the health of your community.

    Over the past 14 years, NHS trusts have relied heavily on deficit support, with the taxpayer forced to cover the shortfall in their budgets, even when finances have been managed badly. Since becoming NHSE Chief Executive, Jim Mackey has driven down billions in planned deficits, cutting out spending on agency staff and back office costs.

    This year, the £2.2 billion in deficit support funding will not go to systems that fail to meet their agreed financial plans. Deficit support funding will be phased out entirely from 2026/27, with no more reward for failure. Instead, the Government will introduce a transparent financial regime for this year that properly holds leaders to account over financial plans. Struggling trusts will be required to set out activity and costs so they can take steps to improve. The tougher financial regime will free up funding that will be reinvested in frontline services in working class communities.

    The government’s 10 Year Health Plan will also address the inequalities in GP services across England. Currently, GP surgeries which serve working class areas receive on average 10% less funding per patient than practices in more affluent areas. Royal College of GP data shows that practices in some of the country’s poorest areas have roughly 300 more patients per GP than the most affluent regions.

    Through the 10 Year Health Plan, the Government will review into the way formula through which GP funding is allocated across the nation – so working-class areas receive their fair share of resources.

    Dr Amanda Doyle, NHS England national director for primary care said:

    It is essential that GP practices serving our most deprived communities, where health challenges are often greatest, receive a fair share of resources that reflects their need.

    The NHS is committed to ensuring people can access the help they need as quickly and easily as possible and ensuring funding reflects this will help us to do just that.

    This work will look at how health needs are reflected in the distribution of funding through the GP contract, drawing on evidence and advice from experts such as The Advisory Committee on Resource Allocation (ACRA), and in consultation with the GP committee of the BMA and other stakeholders. 

    The Government has already sent top doctors to support hospital trusts in areas where more people are out of work and waiting for treatment. The crack teams have been sent into NHS hospitals serving communities with high levels of economic inactivity, helping trusts go further and faster to improve care in these areas, where more people are neither employed nor actively seeking work, for reasons including ill health.

    Earlier this year, the government struck a new agreement with the independent sector as part of the Government’s plans to end the hospital waiting list backlog – giving patients in more deprived areas, where NHS provision is more limited, a greater choice over where they are treated.

    This comes after the Health and Social Care Secretary announced a series of new measures to tackle inequalities in maternity care earlier this week. The rapid national investigation will provide truth and accountability for impacted families and drive urgent improvements to care and safety. It will also focus on inequalities in maternal care, which see black women almost three times as likely to die from childbirth as white women. 

    Jacob Lant, Chief Executive of National Voices, said:

    Lord Darzi said in his review last summer that the inverse care law was still very real, with those who need the NHS the most often living in areas that have gotten the least investment.

    The NHS 10 Year Plan needs to turn this completely on its head if the Government is to achieve its election promise on health inequalities and halve the gap in healthy life expectancy between different communities by 2035.

    Shifting the money is only half the battle. We need to see outcomes on health inequalities used as one of the key success measures for NHS leaders as a new culture of accountability is developed post publication of the Plan.

    Cllr Louise Gittins, Chair of the Local Government Association, said:

    Across the country, councils are working tirelessly to incorporate fairness into housing, employment, and public health initiatives, often in the face of significant challenges.

    Health inequalities are the stark and often unjust differences in health outcomes seen across various communities. These disparities may present themselves as variations in life expectancy, the prevalence of chronic diseases, and access to healthcare services.

    Addressing these issues requires concerted efforts and targeted support. Health inequalities are estimated to cost the NHS an extra £4.8 billion a year, society around £31 billion in lost productivity, and between £20 and £32 billion a year in lost tax revenue and benefit payments. Health is therefore a major determinant of economic performance and prosperity.

    Councils are pivotal in addressing health inequalities. By collaborating closely with local communities, businesses, and organisations, local authorities and the NHS can develop targeted interventions to improve health outcomes.

    Notes to editors

    The Royal College of GP data on patient numbers can be found here.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Lectures and tastings: how the Green Market will celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Russian quality mark

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

    June 26 at the Green Market of the Made in Moscow project on Bolotnaya Square Roskachestvo will celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Russian sign. Guests will enjoy a business program, master classes, and entertainment for children and adults.

    How to choose quality products and what does “organic” and “eco” mean

    As part of the business program, participants will be able to listen to a lecture by the head of Roskachestvo, Maxim Protasov, dedicated to the issues of quality of processes, goods and services, as well as presentations by experts from the National Institute of Quality on the basics of a healthy lifestyle.

    Particular attention will be paid to the issues of choosing quality products. Thus, Liliya Kotelnikova, Director of the Research Department of Roskachestvo, and honey sommelier Alexey Mikhalev will explain how to distinguish natural honey from counterfeit. Roskachestvo experts will explain the benefits of functional food products and how plant products differ from vegan and vegetarian ones.

    At the final lecture, Vladimir Uvaidov, Director of the Department for Development of Organic and “Green” Products at Roskachestvo, will talk about trends in this area. City residents will learn what is hidden behind the “organic” and “eco” labels and will learn to distinguish real organic products from marketing gimmicks. Listeners will be invited to take part in a quiz with prizes.

    Choose the best wine routes in Russia and taste chocolate

    At 16:30 on the main stage of the Green Market, Olesya Latysheva, Director of the Department of Research and Promotion of Domestic Wine Products of Roskachestvo, Head of the Wine Guide of Russia project, will reveal the secrets of the best wine routes, and will also raffle off project catalogs and branded products.

    In the evening from 18:00 to 20:00, those interested will be able to join the educational block events dedicated to employment and career development. During the lecture “One in a Million”, Evgeniya Gankina, Director of the Department of Organizational Development of Roskachestvo, will tell how to write a successful resume and pass an interview. Marina Polozhishnikova from the Plekhanov Russian University of Economics will touch on the topic of training quality specialists and their career prospects. Head of the Digital Expertise Center of Roskachestvo Sergey Kuzmenko will give a lecture on manipulative techniques in games and ways to protect against them.

    In addition, at the master classes, everyone will be able to reveal their creative potential. In honor of the birthday of the famous chocolate bar “Alenka”, everyone will try the brand’s classics and new products, including fruit cookies, gingerbread dessert, waffles with milk filling and much more.

    Create an ice cream design and learn to juggle

    You can feel like a honey connoisseur at the tasting, during which visitors will evaluate different varieties and learn how to distinguish the real product from a fake. In addition, the site will host a master class on decorating popsicles. Under the guidance of an experienced decorator trainer, participants will create their own ice cream design.

    Interactive entertainment awaits guests in the outdoor area. Here they can take photos with life-size puppets representing products with the Russian quality mark, join a juggling master class and do bright face painting. The tasting area will feature lemonades and kvass of the famous brand — holder of the Russian quality mark. Guests will be able to win memorable prizes and receive guaranteed gifts.

    In addition, the program includes a theatrical performance, live music, sports activities and a presentation of the book “A Box to Baikal” by the young author Sofia Vladimirova.

    All festive events are free, admission is free.

    Roskachestvo is a national quality monitoring system, the main goal of which is to improve the quality of life of Russian citizens. In accordance with the order of Russian President Vladimir Putin to develop mechanisms to stimulate producers to produce high-quality food products, the state quality mark was revived 10 years ago. The task of awarding it to the best domestic products based on the results of research is assigned to Roskachestvo.

    “Made in Moscow”— a project to promote local brands. Today, there are already more than seven thousand of them. On the project’s website, you can find more than 34 thousand products created in the capital. Entrepreneurs receive free support measures — from participation in major city events to information support.

    Project “Summer in Moscow”— the main event of the season. It brings together the most vibrant events of the capital. Every day, charity, cultural and sports events are held in all districts of the city, most of which are free. The Summer in Moscow project is being held for the second time, and the new season will be more eventful: new, original and colorful festivals and events will be added to the traditional ones.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: The wedding project “New Addresses of Happiness” included the venues of “Summer in Moscow”

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

    The capital’s registry offices have opened the acceptance of applications for marriage registration at five festival venues of the “Summer in Moscow” project. The first wedding ceremonies took place on June 25 at Manezhnaya Square, Svetlana Ukhaneva, Head of the Civil Registry Office of Moscow.

    “Every time we open a new venue for off-site marriage registration, we receive a great response from Moscow couples, and applications start coming in on the very first day of the announcement. In 2025, for example, a beautiful start to the wedding season was marriage registrations in a wedding tent in the Catherine Park with the participation of celebrity guests. This summer, we decided to make another gift to our newlyweds and hold official wedding ceremonies at the most beautiful venues of the city festival “Summer in Moscow”. Couples will be able to apply for marriage registration at the most unusual and vibrant outdoor venues. The first two ceremonies took place on June 25, a beautiful date, on Manezhnaya Square. Moscow couples will also be able to register their marriage on Bolotnaya and Tverskaya Squares, as well as Tverskoy and Strastnoy Boulevards,” said Svetlana Ukhaneva.

    The wedding ceremonies on Manezhnaya Square took place against the backdrop of Red Square, surrounded by tropical forests, flowering meadows, ponds and waterfalls, high hills, grottoes and green walls of the Summer in Moscow project site. A separate area was set aside especially for newlyweds so that the newlyweds and their guests could enjoy the beauty without prying eyes.

    On Bolotnaya Square, wedding ceremonies will take place in a pavilion resembling a greenhouse with live flower arrangements on the façade and a waterfall inside. On Tverskoy Boulevard, couples will be able to say “I do” to each other in beautiful rotundas decorated with greenery. And nearby, on Tverskaya Square, among greenhouse-style structures surrounded by flower beds and decorative flower beds with a large number of live plants. On Strastnoy Boulevard, ceremonies will take place on a site with hand-painted benches, flower beds and lanterns in a unique style.

    To register a marriage on Manezhnaya, Tverskaya and Bolotnaya squares, Tverskoy and Strastnoy boulevards, you must submit an application online atportal of public services or onMos.ru. This can also be done in person at wedding palaces. The state fee is 350 rubles.

    Previously Anastasia Rakova, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Social Development, in an interview with RIA Novosti at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, said that newlyweds from the capital will be able to register their marriage at the unique venues of the Summer in Moscow project.

    There are over 50 venues available for holding ceremonies in Moscow. These include wedding palaces, museums, metro stations, estates and restaurants. The service will help you decide “Our Wedding” on the mos.ru portal. In the capital Department of Information Technology said that this is the most detailed guide to wedding ceremony locations in the capital. Using filters, you can set the necessary parameters, such as the type of venue, interior style, availability of parking or live music. In addition, the service allows you to specify the desired date of registration, the nearest metro station, the maximum number of guests and much more. The pages of the venues contain detailed descriptions and contact phone numbers.

    Project “Summer in Moscow”— the main event of the season. It brings together the most vibrant events of the capital. Every day, charity, cultural and sports events are held in all districts of the city, most of which are free. The Summer in Moscow project is being held for the second time, and this season will be more eventful: new, original and colorful events will be added to traditional festivals and events.

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  • IMD predicts heavy rainfall across India till July 1

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall across many parts of northwest, central, east, and northeast India over the next seven days, with isolated instances of extremely heavy rainfall expected over Gujarat and Odisha.

    The southwest monsoon has further advanced into the remaining parts of the north Arabian Sea and extended into additional areas of Rajasthan, West Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Punjab. According to the IMD, conditions remain favourable for further advancement of the monsoon into more parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, and the rest of West Uttar Pradesh within the next 24 hours.

    Extremely heavy rainfall, exceeding 20 cm in 24 hours, is likely to occur at isolated locations in Gujarat and Odisha on June 25. Very heavy rainfall is also anticipated in several regions, including Konkan and Goa, the ghat areas of Madhya Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu, East and West Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Coastal and Interior Karnataka, Kerala, West Uttar Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim, Bihar, Jharkhand, and parts of East Uttar Pradesh.

    This sustained rainfall activity is expected to continue until at least July 1, bringing both relief to parched regions and concerns over potential flooding and waterlogging in vulnerable areas.