The European automotive industry is at a turning point. The European Commission is bringing together politicians, industry leaders, stakeholders, and citizens to shape a greener, more competitive future.
Through the Strategic Dialogue on the Automotive Industry, discussions will tackle key challenges like digitalization, decarbonization, global competition, and geopolitical shifts. The result will be an action plan to boost innovation, protect jobs, and ensure that Europe stays at the forefront of clean transportation and fair trade.
The 55th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum will provide a crucial space to focus on the fundamental principles driving trust, including transparency, consistency and accountability.
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This Annual Meeting will welcome over 100 governments, all major international organizations, 1000 Forum’s Partners, as well as civil society leaders, experts, youth representatives, social entrepreneurs, and news outlets.
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A new House of Lords Committee set up to explore the UK’s role and engagement with space will hear from world-renowned physicist and TV presenter Professor Brian Cox at its first public evidence session.
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The war in Gaza has left an unprecedented level of destruction, with an estimated 51 million tonnes of rubble lying where bustling neighborhoods once stood. According to a new damage and needs assessment report, over 60 per cent of homes—amounting to some 292,000—and 65 per cent of roads have been damaged or destroyed, across the approximately 360 square kilometre enclave.
In collaboration with the Ministry of Public Works and Housing, the UNDP Programme of Assistance to the Palestinian People and UNEP co-chair a debris management group that brings together more than 20 entities to support the debris removal response across the Gaza Strip, as well as dealing with the sensitive issue of property rights.
GAZA AND WEST BANK INTERIM RAPID DAMAGE AND NEEDS ASSESSMENT Report:
As Ramadan arrives, the people of Gaza find themselves in an unprecedented reality, one unlike anything experienced in past years. ‘Ramadan during war is utterly bleak’ recounts Abdullah Jarbu, now living in Jabalia Refugee Camp in Northern Gaza after his family lost their home and were separated, displaced by war.
Media Stakeout by UN Secretary-General António Guterres on US funding and other topics.
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres said, “The reduction of America’s humanitarian role and influence will run counter to American interests globally.”
Addressing the press today (28 Feb), Guterres said expressed his deep concern about information received in the last 48 hours by UN agencies — as well as many humanitarian and development NGOs — regarding severe cuts in funding by the United States.
He said, “These cuts impact a wide range of critical programmes. From lifesaving humanitarian aid, to support for vulnerable communities recovering from war or natural disasters. From development to the fight against terrorism and illicit drug trafficking. The consequences will be especially devastating for vulnerable people around the world.”
He added, “We have been extremely grateful for the leading role the United States has provided over the decades. For example, thanks to the generosity of donors — led by the United States — the UN assists and protects more than 100 million people every year through our humanitarian programming.”
He stated, “The message is clear. The generosity and compassion of the American people have not only saved lives, built peace and improved the state of the world. They have contributed to the stability and prosperity that Americans depend on.”
He continued, “Now, going through with these cuts will make the world less healthy, less safe and less prosperous. The reduction of America’s humanitarian role and influence will run counter to American interests globally. I can only hope that these decisions can be reversed based on more careful reviews, and the same applies to other countries that have recently announced reductions in humanitarian and development aid.”
Guterres also announced his travel to Cairo for the Gaza conference.
He said, “Next Tuesday, I will be in Cairo to join the Extraordinary Summit of the League of Arab States to discuss the reconstruction of Gaza. Since the horrific attacks of terror by Hamas in Israel on October 7, the ensuing hostilities have unleashed an unprecedented level of death and destruction in Gaza.”
He added, Tuesday’s Summit is an opportunity for leaders across the Arab world to come together and discuss the elements required to deliver peace and stability in Gaza. Their unified position will help guide the way forward.”
He stressed, “All hostages must be released immediately, unconditionally and in a dignified manner. The parties must ensure humane treatment for all those held under their power and all transfers must be carried out in a dignified way and as per the terms of the deal.”
He reiterated, “The ceasefire must hold. We must keep the humanitarian lifeline open. As part of this, I will once again appeal for the urgent and full support of UNRWA’s work.”
He also said, “Ending the immediate crisis is only a first step. There must be a clear political framework that lays the groundwork for Gaza’s recovery, reconstruction and lasting stability.”
He concluded, “The only path to lasting peace is one where two states — Israel and Palestine — live side by side in peace and security, in line with international law and relevant UN resolutions, with Jerusalem as the capital of both states.”
Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)
March 1, 2025, marks the 22nd anniversary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Twenty-two years ago, CBP opened its doors as the first unified border entity in U.S. history. The agency’s formation was a direct result of the recommendations of the National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States, known as the 9/11 Commission, and was established within the newly formed Department of Homeland Security.
Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)
ICE uses intelligence to drive its pursuit of at-large criminal aliens in the U.S. who pose the greatest threat to your safety, like: Sex offenders Violent criminals Drug traffickers Transnational gang members
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Today, Interstate 40 reopens in North Carolina and Tennessee after a five month closure from Hurricane Helene. President Trump made rebuilding these states a priority. The U.S. Department of Transportation is committed to making that happen as fast and efficiently as possible.
There’s still a lot of work to do, but the reopening of I-40 today is a big step in the right direction.
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@marines participate in a bilateral exercise, performing, military operations on urban terrain during Intrepid Maven 25.2 to focus on improving both individual and combined unit readiness.
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The stained glass on Committee Staircase and in Speaker’s House feature a motif of a leek. This vegetable has been a popular symbol of Wales for centuries.
The Palace of Westminster has many Welsh symbols – including depictions of the patron saint St David and the Gwynedd Arms.
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Capt. Roberto Torres, the executive director of The Interdiction Committee (TIC), explains how the Coast Guard’s drug interdiction mission is changing, June 22, 2021. “We are using the newest technologies and innovative approaches to continue to be always ready,” Torres said.
(U.S. Coast Guard video by Petty Officer 1st Class Travis Magee)
0:15 Online safety tips from cyber expert – Rupal Hollenbeck leads cybersecurity firm Check Point Software. Today’s online space is much more hyperconnected than it used to be, she says. Gen Z uses the internet in a different way to older users, says Hollenbeck, who may be alarmed at what young people choose to share online. But the cybersecurity industry needs to accept this new reality and ‘lean into it’, she says.
4:16 UN chief talks humanitarian crises – In December, the UN released its annual review of the scale of worldwide need. In total, 305 million people need urgent humanitarian aid from Syria and sub-Saharan Africa to Myanmar, Venezuela and Ukraine. At the same time, 2024 was the deadliest year ever to be a humanitarian worker. Tom Fletcher took over the UN humanitarian affairs office in October. He says that while the task is daunting, multilateral cooperation is essential to success.
8:49 How history can help leaders today – According to Mohit Joshi, CEO of Tech Mahindra, understanding history can shape better leaders by offering valuable insights into how societies adapt to change. As the world navigates the rapid transformation brought by the AI revolution, Joshi highlights how past events like the Industrial Revolution, the rise of railroads, and mechanization provide a template for understanding technological adoption and its long-term societal impact.
12:00 Climate scientists’ warning to business – Even as the world strives to hit net-zero targets, things will get worse before they get better. But for businesses that take action today, there will be opportunities amid the upheaval. Every $1 that businesses invest in climate adaptation and resilience today could generate up to $19 in returns tomorrow. These benefits will appear from several directions, says Johan Rockström, Director of Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research.
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Secretary of State Marco A.Rubio meets with Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis at the Department of State, on February 28, 2025.
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@usarmy soldiers with @10thMountainDivision and 11th Airborne Division train on Finnish skis to enhance warfighting readiness, tactical proficiency and integration during Arctic Forge 25 in Finland.
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Noon Briefing by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.
– Monday Briefings
– Secretary-General
– Occupied Palestinian Territory
– Syria
– Democratic Republic of the Congo/Peacekeeping
– Democratic Republic of the Congo
– South Sudan
– Biodiversity
– International Days
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MONDAY BRIEFINGS
On Monday there will be a briefing here by Ambassador Christina Markus Lassen, whom as you know is the Permanent Representative of Denmark, but she will be here in her capacity as President of the Security Council for the month of March. She will of course brief on the Council’s programme for the month. The briefing will be in person only, so if you want to ask questions you will need to have your backside in the seats. You can obviously follow it on the webcast.
Then, at 2:15 p.m., there will be a briefing here on the Third Meeting of States Parties to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. Speakers will include Akan Rakhmetullin, the First Deputy Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan and President of the Meeting, and he will be joined by Melissa Parke, the Executive Director of the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons.
SECRETARY-GENERAL
You will have seen that early this morning, the Secretary-General in his remarks expressed his deep concern about information received in the last 48 hours by UN agencies — as well as many humanitarian and development NGOs — regarding severe cuts in funding by the United States. The consequences, he said, will be especially devastating for vulnerable people around the world.
The Secretary-General expressed his hope that these decisions can be reversed based on more careful reviews, adding that in the meantime, every United Nations agency stands ready to provide the necessary information and justification for its projects.
The Secretary-General also announced that next Tuesday, he will be in Cairo to join the Extraordinary Summit of the League of Arab States to discuss the issue of the reconstruction of Gaza.
OCCUPIED PALESTINIAN TERRITORY
And turning to Gaza, the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs tells us that since last month, our humanitarian partners have screened more than 100,000 children under the age of five for malnutrition, enrolling those who need it for treatment. They also continue to distribute nutrient supplements to infants and young children.
For its part, UNRWA [the Relief and Works Agency] tells us that more than half a million people across the five governorates of the Gaza Strip have received blankets, mattresses, floor mats, clothes, and other items including tarpaulins for rain protection.
Turning to the West Bank, our colleagues at OCHA remind us that the ongoing Israeli forces’ operation has entered its sixth week. Tens of thousands of people remain displaced in Jenin and Tulkarm.
On 25 and 26 of this month, OCHA and its partners led a mission to assess the needs of people displaced in Jenin and Tulkarm. Many of these families have been displaced multiple times. They lost their livelihoods and are no longer able to cover the basic needs of their families. Access to food is limited, with some displaced people reporting a reduction in meals consumed each day.
Children in schools have lost more than one month of learning and have been subjected to high levels of anxiety and distress.
In a report published yesterday, partners called for the protection of children and their right to live and access education, healthcare and other basic services.
Meanwhile, Israeli settlers continue to attack Palestinian communities across the West Bank. Since 2020, settler-related incidents targeting Palestinian Bedouin and herding communities have increased almost sevenfold.
Documented incidents rose to 330 in 2024 – compared to just 50 in 2020.
Full Highlights: https://www.un.org/sg/en/content/noon-briefing-highlight?date%5Bvalue%5D%5Bdate%5D=28%20February%202025
This World Wildlife Day, we shine a light on a hidden crisis: wildlife crime in Ecuador. From jaguar trafficking to illegal logging in the Amazon, criminals are putting Ecuador’s biodiversity at risk. But hope is not lost—UNODC is training police, park rangers, and legal experts to fight back and protect our most vulnerable species. Watch how frontline defenders are taking action to stop this environmental crime.
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This Week: Secretary Burgum is on hand as President Trump holds the first Cabinet meeting of his new administration; Secretary Burgum sends out his “welcome back to the office” message as most Interior employees have returned to their in-person workspaces; the Secretary welcomes the Western Governors Association to a working breakfast at Interior; the Bureau of Land Management and the Utah Trust Lands Administration complete the final steps to execute a historic land exchange between the BLM and the State of Utah; the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management announces the cancellation of a previous set of recommendations to allow for more oil and gas activities in the Gulf of America to make American Energy Dominant; Interior marks National Invasive Species Awareness Week, an annual event to raise awareness about the threat of invasive species and what can be done to prevent their spread; two National Park Service staffers stumble on a tiny Texas plant that turns out to be unlike any other; we have a prediction for the peak bloom date for Washington DC’s world famous cherry blossoms; and we head to the mountains of Nevada for our social media Picture of the Week! Make sure you follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and X!