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  • MIL-OSI New Zealand: Consumer and Patient Working Group to help Pharmac reset

    Source: PHARMAC

    Patient advocate, Dr Malcolm Mulholland, has been appointed Chair of the new Consumer and Patient Working Group that will help Pharmac reset how it works with consumers.

    Pharmac has committed to a 12-month reset programme to become a more outward-focussed and transparent organisation. This is in response to multiple external reviews over the last few years which sought transformational change in Pharmac.

    The new working group, made up of the consumer and patient community, will decide what Pharmac focuses on for the reset programme, taking a hands-on role in the delivery of the work to ensure it reflects consumers’ needs, values, and perspectives. 

    Acting Pharmac Chief Executive, Brendan Boyle, said Dr Mulholland was selected by the patient advocacy community to lead the group, and brings a lot of mana to the role. 

    “We are grateful that Malcolm, and the other nine members of the working group, have offered to partner with us to help us get the Pharmac reset work right.”

    Dr Mulholland said, “We’ve waited a long time for this opportunity.  The work that Pharmac does is vitally important for the health of patients and their families, and this is why getting Pharmac to work as well as it can, will be the focus of the working group.”

    The working group had their first meeting on Monday 21 July at the Pharmac offices in Wellington. They finalised the group’s terms of reference, confirmed the approach for the reset programme, and agreed the first set of actions to focus on.  

    The consumer and patient working group members are:

    • Dr Malcolm Mulholland MNZM – Patient Voice Aotearoa
    • Libby Burgess MNZM – Breast Cancer Aotearoa Coalition
    • Tim Edmonds – Leukaemia and Blood Cancer NZ 
    • Chris Higgins – Rare Disorders NZ 
    • Francesca Holloway – Arthritis NZ 
    • Trent Lash – Heartbeats Charitable Trust
    • Gerard Rushton – The Meningitis Foundation 
    • Rachel Smalley MNZM – The Medicine Gap
    • Tracy Tierney – Epilepsy NZ
    • Deon York – Haemophilia NZ

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: 52 performances to take place at XUAR International Dance Festival

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

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

    URUMQI, July 21 (Xinhua) — The 7th China Xinjiang International Folk Dance Festival opened Sunday in Urumqi, capital of northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. The event will feature 52 performances and will run until Aug. 5.

    The event features 24 dance troupes, including groups from eight foreign countries – Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, the United States, Italy and Cambodia – as well as 16 domestic troupes. Performances include dance dramas, operas, ballet and modern dances.

    With Urumqi as the main venue, the festival will also feature performances in regions such as Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture, Hotan, Aksu, Karamay, Hami and Alaer.

    Associated events include a Silk Road-themed street dance show, performances by local dance troupes, an international dance carnival and a traditional opera week.

    The festival, jointly organized by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the People’s Republic of China, the State Council Information Office of the People’s Republic of China and the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region People’s Government, has been held since 2008. The previous six such events have attracted 138 troupes from more than 70 countries and regions, becoming a key platform for cultural exchanges under the Belt and Road Initiative. -0-

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  • MIL-Evening Report: Opera Australia gives us a rocking Carmen for the post-#metoo era

    Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ruben Perez-Hidalgo, Lecturer in Spanish Studies, University of Sydney


     Keith Saunders/Opera Australia

    The story of Carmen, in the 19th century opera by French composer George Bizet, is, at its simplest, the story of a developing tension between Carmen, a stereotypically racialised woman attempting to break free from society’s impositions and her already-written fate.

    Anne-Louise Sark’s adaptation takes that conflict much further.

    Carmen (Danielle de Niese at the performance I attended) is a gypsy who works in a cigarette factory. She catches the eye of Don José (Abraham Bretón), who obsessively falls in love with her.

    Don José’s love for Carmen devolves into what today would be succinctly called “toxic”. In a post-#metoo era, where we are all attuned to anti-racism teachings, Sarks gives us a contrast between the antiquated words sung in French, and the conscious effort to make those words exist in our contemporary world.

    This Carmen is defined by many degrees of contrast. This rocking feeling of contradiction keeps on growing until the climax in the very last act.

    A toxic love

    The opening act begins in a square of Seville. Marg Horwell’s design sees the stage strewn with fluorescent confetti spread all over the floor (as if the Sydney Mardi Gras parade had just ended), a chain link fence colourfully crowded with love locks and flashy ribbons, behind which peeks a monumental but austere cross typical of most squares in that part of Spain.

    There, a teenage couple – sporting polyester track suits – alongside a pair of young lovers similarly attired, and a string of children discordantly dressed stay in the background while one of the khaki-wearing guards begins to sing an aria to the protagonist, “La Carmencita”, also known as Carmen.

    The sensation of the contrast between this contemporary setting and Bizet’s original opera is deepened at the beginning of the second act at Lillas Pastia’s Tavern.

    Marg Horwell’s design plays into the contrast between this contemporary setting and Bizet’s original opera.
    Keith Saunders/Opera Australia

    The stage is crowded by a neon-filled atmosphere composed of camp portrayals of the Virgin Our Lady of Guadalupe and pop art images of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

    The charm of the background is enhanced by the stellar performances of not only the two main protagonists, Carmen and Don José, but by an array of supporting characters that truly elevate this second bout of the action.

    A string of smugglers are at the tavern of Lillas Pastias, plotting how to bring about their criminal deeds with the help of Carmen, her close friends (incredibly played by Helen Sherman and Jane Ede), and critically Don José, who has just joined them.

    Blinded by this “toxic” love, Don José cannot help but to increase the dramatic tension when he realises Carmen is losing interest in him in favour of the famous bullfighter from Granada, Escamillo (Andrii Kymach).

    The production sees stellar performances from an array of supporting characters.
    Keith Saunders/Opera Australia

    The tension is fortified by the visual conflict between the irreverent religious décor and the ongoing action, consisting of an unruly mob drinking and dancing until the early hours of the morning.

    By the end of this second act, there is another turn of the screw in the depiction of Don José’s progressive possessiveness of Carmen, who in parallel begins to assert ever more explicitly the signs of her indomitability.

    Exploding tension

    The plot picks up pace in the third act, set in the smugglers’ hideout.

    There, an Othello-like Don José spirals down, green with jealousy, in the face of an increasingly distant Carmen. The more Don José wants her, the more Carmen is filled with desires of freedom from her possessive lover.

    This tense dynamic explodes in the fourth act.

    Set in a little cottage right outside a bullring in Seville, it is at this point obvious Carmen and the matador Escamillo are lovers – anticipating Don José’s fatal deed.

    Although the audience must have expected Carmen’s death at the hands of the spirited Don José, witnessing the act of her killing on stage comes as more than just an awaited unpleasant surprise.

    It works to anchor the conflict at the core of Sark’s adaptation.

    The more Don José wants her, the more Carmen is filled with desires of freedom from her possessive lover.
    Keith Saunders/Opera Australia

    For a flash moment, we are pushed to peek beyond the fiction. Don José strangles with his bare hands the actress playing Carmen, her arm hopelessly punching her aggressor, her legs writhing in despair. Such an instant from our sad reality shocks through the stage, breaking the fourth wall.

    The theatricalisation of Carmen’s killing is also the realisation that male violence against women is anything but a fiction – least of all one left in the distant past.

    Paradoxically, the quick lowering of the curtain and the much-deserved long applause that follows serves to cut short the impact of the “real” death of Carmen shown on stage.

    Perhaps, for the next version, a new director will find a newer way to make Carmen’s reality last beyond the many pleasures of watching this multi-layered drama unfold.

    Carmen is at the Sydney Opera House for Opera Australia until September 19, then playing in Melbourne.

    Ruben Perez-Hidalgo does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

    – ref. Opera Australia gives us a rocking Carmen for the post-#metoo era – https://theconversation.com/opera-australia-gives-us-a-rocking-carmen-for-the-post-metoo-era-261103

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  • MIL-OSI China: China win thriller to sink Cuba in Men’s Volleyball Nations League

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

    China staged a dramatic comeback to secure a 3-2 victory over Cuba (20-25, 25-23, 15-25, 25-22, 19-17) on the final day of the FIVB Men’s Volleyball Nations League preliminary phase in Gdansk, Poland, on Sunday.

    Outside hitter Wang Bin powered Vital Heynen’s side with 26 points, while captain Jiang Chuan added 13. Despite a dominant 31-point performance from Cuba’s Marlon Yant, including 29 kills, China held their nerve to complete the turnaround.

    Cuba came out strong, racing to a 5-1 lead and taking the first set 25-20, with Yant and Miguel Angel Lopez combining for 12 points. China responded in the second set, pulling ahead 20-17 on Wang’s ace. Although Cuba leveled at 21-21, Wang’s decisive spike and a successful challenge on the final point secured a 25-23 equalizer.

    The momentum swung back to Cuba in the third set as they cruised to a 25-15 win. But China refused to fold, erasing a 9-4 deficit in the fourth set to tie the score at 15-15. Wang Hebin’s attack capped a 25-22 win, forcing a tiebreak.

    In the final set, Rao Shuhan’s blocking and clutch attacks from Jiang Chuan pushed China ahead 4-1. Cuba fought back with Javier Concepcion’s late point, but Ji Daoshuai’s spike sealed China’s 19-17 victory.

    Despite the loss, Cuba qualified for the finals with six wins. China finished 17th in the preliminary phase with three victories.

    “China did a great job today. They fought for every point, all the time. We didn’t push enough to win the game. We need to be better at this as well, as sometimes we don’t do enough,” Cuba’s opposite spiker Jose Masso Alvarez told the official website of the Volleyball Nations League after the game.

    Elsewhere on the day, Iran beat Bulgaria in straight sets. Amin Esmaeilnezhad produced 19 points for the winners, while Amirhossein Esfandiar added 14.

    In the last game of the week in Gdansk, Poland edged past France 32-30, 20-25, 25-20, 23-25, 15-12. Wilfredo Leon earned 30 points for the winners, while Theo Faure poured in two points less for France. Both teams have booked their spot in the best eight earlier.

    The final round of the Men’s Volleyball Nations League will be played in Ningbo, China, from July 30 to August 3. 

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  • MIL-OSI: Mint Miner cloud mining fully upgrades new asset appreciation methods: free APP + stablecoin automatic income distribution

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    New York City, NY, July 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In the context of global digital assets moving towards mainstream and institutionalization, Mint Miner is reshaping the definition of cloud mining with a revolutionary product structure and technology stack. Its newly upgraded smart mining platform integrates free application entry, stablecoin automatic income system, flexible contract mechanism and global incentive matrix to build a more transparent, smarter and global user-friendly asset appreciation solution.

    Free threshold, open a path for the steady growth of digital assets

    Different from the high threshold and heavy configuration of traditional mining platforms, Mint Miner launched a full-featured free App that allows users to “mine on the chain” with zero hardware and zero technical threshold. The application has a built-in multi-currency asset management module, supporting mainstream crypto assets such as BTC, ETH, XRP, USDT, USDC, etc. Users can choose different mining contracts on demand, and daily income will be automatically issued through the on-chain stablecoin smart contract, without manual operation and waiting for confirmation cycle, realizing true “passive income automation”.

    Join Mint Miner to experience the stablecoin automatic income system

    In order to further improve transparency and user experience, Mint Miner fully connects to the on-chain stablecoin income settlement system. All mining returns are priced in real time in US dollar stablecoins and automatically collected to the user’s wallet to ensure that the income is not affected by the price fluctuations of the crypto market, achieving low risk and stable returns. Register now to get an exclusive novice reward-a cloud mining computing power worth $15, and you can log in every day to receive a $0.6 stable income benefit, without investing money, and start daily income immediately.

    Flexible contract matrix + continuous reward mechanism to release the financial value of computing power

    Mint Miner introduces the “cloud computing power assetization” model in the new version: users can not only freely choose flexible contracts with different terms, currencies, and yields.

    It can also continuously accumulate its own “computing power net value” through invitation mechanisms, renewal rewards and periodic computing power increase plans, which essentially builds an upgradeable and recyclable cloud mining ecological asset.

    Safe, green and compliant: building a digital income portal trusted by global users

    In the context of increasingly stringent global supervision, Mint Miner took the lead in completing multi-country compliance filings and established local nodes in countries such as the United Kingdom, Estonia, the United Arab Emirates, and Singapore, working closely with local governments to ensure that the platform has cross-border legitimacy in data processing, tax declaration, and anti-money laundering.

    At the same time, the green mines deployed by Mint Miner are mainly hydropower, wind power, and geothermal energy, with a carbon footprint close to zero, which meets the requirements of the United Nations’ “2030 Sustainable Development Goals” and also meets the new standards for ESG investment by large institutions.

    Conclusion:

    Mint Miner is breaking down the barriers between retail investors and the long-term appreciation of digital assets with its core architecture of “free entry + stable income + contract incentives + green compliance”, and promoting the transformation of cloud mining from a speculative tool to a truly inclusive financial infrastructure**.

    Download the Mint Miner app for free now, receive an exclusive mining contract, and start a new era of wealth growth in the stablecoin era with global users.
    Official website: https://mintminer.com
    Email:info@mintminer.com

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  • MIL-OSI China: Iran’s FM warns E3 against sanctions revival

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

    Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi warned on Sunday that Britain, France, and Germany (E3) should not undermine the credibility of the UN Security Council (UNSC) by triggering the snapback mechanism to reinstate sanctions on Tehran.

    In a post on X, Araghchi said the E3 lacks the “legal, political, and moral standing” to invoke the 2015 nuclear deal’s provisions or the UNSC Resolution 2231, which permit the reimposition of international sanctions if Iran is found in non-compliance with the agreement.

    He noted that after the U.S. withdrew from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action in 2018, Iran exhausted dispute resolution mechanisms before taking remedial measures, while the E3 failed to honor their commitments and even backed the U.S. “maximum pressure” policy.

    “The E3 must refrain from any action that would only deepen divisions in the Security Council or that would have serious adverse consequences on its work,” Araghchi said, noting that Iran is ready for “meaningful diplomacy,” but will resist hostile measures.

    Earlier in the day, a media report said Iran and the E3 have agreed to resume negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear program.

    Quoting an “informed source” without giving the name, the semi-official Tasnim news agency said Iran and the E3 are holding consultations on the date and venue of the negotiations. The upcoming negotiations are expected to be held at the level of deputy foreign ministers, it said. 

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  • MIL-OSI China: Shi, An triumph at badminton Japan Open

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

    China’s Shi Yuqi claimed the men’s singles title at badminton’s Japan Open on Sunday, while Olympic champion An Se-young of South Korea secured the women’s crown in a dominant display.

    Facing defending champion Alex Lanier of France, Shi seized control when tied 17-17 in the first game, reeling off four straight points to claim it before clinching the second 21-15 for the victory.

    An Se-young of South Korea competes in the final. [photo:xinhua]

    An Se-young continued her remarkable season, overpowering China’s Wang Zhiyi in just 42 minutes. The Olympic champion triumphed 21-12, 21-10, capturing her sixth title from seven BWF World Tour tournaments entered this year.

    China emerged as the most successful team overall. Alongside Shi’s gold and Wang’s silver, they secured victories in two doubles events.

    Liu Shengshu and Tan Ning successfully defended their women’s doubles title, defeating Malaysia’s Pearly Tan and Thinaah Muralitharan 21-15, 21-14. In the mixed doubles, Jiang Zhenbang and Wei Yaxin overcame Thailand’s Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Supissara Paewsampran in a 62-minute thriller, winning 21-19, 16-21, 21-15.

    The men’s doubles title went to South Korea’s Kim Won-ho and Seo Seung-jae, who defeated Malaysia’s Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin 21-16, 21-17.

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  • MIL-OSI China: Global athletics talents descend on Bochum for University Games

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

    A star-studded athletics roster offers a taste of the Olympics, with Olympians and defending champions set to compete from July 21 to 27 at the FISU World University Games.

    The throwers’ showdown between Cierra Jackson of the United States and Antonia Kinzel of Germany in the women’s discus on July 24 will be a highlight on the field in the Lohrheidestadion in Bochum.

    Jackson, 22, set a championship record of 65.82 meters on her way to grabbing the 2025 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championship title this summer. That prompted the former Fresno State student to turn professional and then, in her first outing as a full-time athlete, Jackson improved her personal best to 67.82m, just 1.68m short of her compatriot Valarie Allman’s gold-winning distance of 69.50m at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

    Defending champion Kinzel, who set her own PB of 62.64m in May, can be counted as a potential challenger to Jackson while competing on home soil.

    “It’s a special feeling to compete in this internationally renowned event in your own country,” Kinzel said.

    “I want to build on my experiences from two years ago in Chengdu, defend my title in the discus throw, and I am really looking forward to the special atmosphere of the FISU Games, giving a little taste of the Olympics.”

    Bayanda Walaza of South Africa is a notable name on the track. He claimed silver in the men’s 4x100m relay at Paris 2024. Aged just 18, and originally a reserve, Walaza ran the leadoff leg in the final, as South Africa won its first ever medal in the event.

    Walaza, who also won the individual sprint double at the U20 World Championships last year, has kicked on this year too. After becoming just the ninth South African to clock under 10 seconds for the 100m, he improved his PB to 9.94 seconds in Zagreb in May. Weeks earlier, Walaza set a South African junior record of 20.08s in the 200m.

    Both PBs meet the qualification criteria for the senior World Athletics Championships, taking place in Tokyo in September.

    Walaza, along with teammate Lythe Pillay, will be looking to secure a 100m-200m-400m clean sweep. Pillay is the 2022 400m U20 world champion and a reigning World Athletics Relays 4x400m gold medalist.

    Fellow South African sprinter Marlie Viljoen is back as the defending champion after she set a PB of 51.42s in the 400m in March.

    Laura Pellicoro (front) of Italy crosses the finish line during the athletics women’s 1500m final at the 31st FISU Summer World University Games in Chengdu, southwest China’s Sichuan Province, Aug. 6, 2023. (Xinhua/Wang Xi)

    The other returning champion is Laura Pellicoro of Italy. Now 24, she won the middle-distance double two years ago and is part of a stellar Italian lineup.

    Dalia Kaddari (Italy) is expected to add something to her long list of achievements which already includes being a two-time Olympian (Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024), European Championship bronze medal in 2022 (4x100m relay), European U23 champion in 2021 (200m) and Youth Olympic Games silver medal in 2018 (200m).

    Edoardo Scotti has been at the center of an impressive 12 months for Italian athletics. He helped his nation finish sixth in the 4x400m mixed relay and seventh in the men’s 4x400m relay at Paris 2024. Then he inspired the team to double silver in the 4x400m mixed and 4x400m men’s relays at the 2024 European Championships in Rome.

    China’s Shu Heng, who is the Asian men’s long jump champion, will try to improve on his PB of 8.22m achieved in May at the Asian Athletics Championships.

    India’s Pooja Singh, at just 1.70 meters tall, will compete as the newly crowned women’s Asian high jump champion. Singh grew up in rural India, with her father taking out loans to fund an athletics journey that began with bamboo poles as crossbars and landing mats fashioned from rice husk and hay.

    Bridget Mbwali from Uganda, a double sprint gold medal winner at last year’s East African University Games, is another decorated runner from Africa. 

    MIL OSI China News –

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Fundamental lethality shift for British Army spearheaded by novel targeting tech ‘ASGARD’

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    Press release

    Fundamental lethality shift for British Army spearheaded by novel targeting tech ‘ASGARD’

    British Army showcase new technology that improves the accuracy of targeting enemies and reduces decision-making time for strikes.

    A pioneering digital targeting web, called ASGARD, has been showcased this week, following successful trials by British soldiers deployed on NATO’s eastern flank. The project will enable soldiers to rapidly find and strike enemy targets at greater distances than ever before.  

    Following the Strategic Defence Review, the Army will deliver a tenfold increase in lethality over the next ten years by harnessing firepower, surveillance technology, autonomy, digital connectivity, and data – leading the way in NATO in its use of technology to change how it fights, improving speed and accuracy. ASGARD will exploit AI and novel communications networks, providing rapid targeting and decision-support to personnel.        

    The Ministry of Defence is committing funding for the next phase of ASGARD’s development. This will allow the Army to expedite its lethality and deepen its links with society through partnership with British industry, delivering on the Government’s Plan for Change by keeping the UK secure at home and strong abroad.           

    Minister for Defence Procurement and Industry, Rt Hon Maria Eagle MP said: 

    We are learning the lessons from Ukraine so our frontline personnel can strike further and faster and maintain advantage over our adversaries.  

    ASGARD exemplifies the vision of the Strategic Defence Review, with speed and world-class capability achieved by bringing together military, Government and industry professionals with a focus on rapid frontline delivery.

    ASGARD forms part of the work to create a wider digital targeting web across the UK’s Armed Forces by 2027, backed by more than £1 billion in funding. It will better connect military weapons systems and allow battlefield decisions for targeting enemy threats to be made and executed faster.   

    ASGARD was showcased this week to international allies and industry partners in London, with participants shown the capability in action, including its overwhelming effect on adversaries. 

    Chief of the General Staff, General Sir Roly Walker said:  

    Project ASGARD proves we can do things differently. It’s not just a pathfinder for transformation; it’s a transformation in how we find, fund, and fight with cutting-edge capabilities. 

    ASGARD helps double our lethality and exponentially reduces the time to see, decide, and strike. What took hours, now takes minutes. Today, the UK possesses a similar Recce-Strike system to the one used by Ukraine to maul Russian forces in the Donbas. That system now sits at the heart of our Forward Land Forces in Estonia. 

    We are particularly proud of the collaboration between tacticians and technicians, between Defence and Industry, and the support of and to small and medium enterprises and jobs across the UK.

    Using a novel acquisition approach, ASGARD was first announced by the Defence Secretary in October 2024 and progressed at an unprecedented pace, with contracts awarded in January 2025 and a prototype capability deployed only four months later for NATO Exercise Hedgehog in Estonia. ASGARD’s capabilities were successfully tested, increasing the UK and NATO Armies’ lethality by improving targeting precision and significantly cutting decision-making time. 

    This quick turn-around was achieved through a collaboration between industry technicians and military tradecraft experts, bringing together a consortium of military, civil service and industry partners to deliver the best possible product in the shortest amount of time. 

    The Strategic Defence Review recommended a shift towards greater use of autonomy and Artificial Intelligence within the UK’s conventional forces, facilitated by a Digital Targeting Web. The next phase of ASGARD will deliver on this, focusing on enhancing the lethality at the Corps and Divisional levels as the Army’s contribution to the Defence Targeting Web. It will exploit the Digital Decision Accelerators from the Defence Commercial framework to harness the talents across a broader array of industry partners to improve core capability. 

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    Published 20 July 2025

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Iran, E3 countries agree to resume nuclear talks – media

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

    An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

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

    TEHRAN, July 20 (Xinhua) — Iran and three European countries — France, Germany and Britain, known as the E3 group — have agreed to resume talks on Tehran’s nuclear program, the semi-official Tasnim news agency reported Sunday.

    As the agency reports, citing an anonymous “informed source,” Iran and the E3 are holding consultations on the date and place of the talks.

    The upcoming talks are expected to take place at the level of deputy foreign ministers.

    Since September 2024, Iran and the E3 have held several rounds of talks on Iran’s nuclear program and the lifting of sanctions against it.

    In recent months, three European countries have threatened Tehran with triggering the snapback mechanism under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, signed in 2015 between Iran and world powers. The mechanism allows other parties to restore all international sanctions if Iran fails to comply with the agreement.

    Tehran has repeatedly warned that it will respond decisively to the E3’s actions if this mechanism is launched. –0–

    Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

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  • MIL-OSI: Atos Group publishes estimated 2025 half-year liquidity position reflecting limited cash consumption in the half

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Press Release

    Atos Group publishes estimated
    2025 half-year liquidity position
    reflecting limited cash consumption in the half

    Paris, July 20th, 2025 – Atos Group (Euronext Paris: ATO) today publishes an estimated 2025 half-year liquidity position. This publication is part of the regular reporting requirements defined and agreed with the Group’s financial creditors.

    Net change in cash1 in the first half of 2025 is estimated at c. €-96 million (vs €-686 million in the first half of 2024), without any usage of account receivable factoring or specific optimization on trade payables. This is before the estimated impact of exchange rate fluctuation of €-103 million (mainly driven by the EUR/USD evolution during the half) and excluding the €-175 million variance in payments received in advance of invoice payment due date.

    As at June 30, 2025, Atos Group liquidity2 is estimated at €1,804 million, compared to €2,179 million as of December 31, 2024 and more than €1.1 billion above the minimum €650 million level required by credit documentation. It was comprised of:

    In € million June 30, 2025 (estimated) Dec 31, 2024 (actuals) Variation
    Cash & cash equivalent 1,364 1,739 (374)
    Of which payments received in advance of invoice payment due date 143 319 (175)
    Undrawn revolving credit facility 440 440 –
    Total liquidity2 1,804 2,179 (374)

    The liquidity report is available on the company website (https://atos.net/en/investors/financial-reports-for-creditors)

    Disclaimer

    This document contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including references, concerning the Group’s expected growth and profitability in the future which may significantly impact the expected performance indicated in the forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties are linked to factors out of the control of the Company and not precisely estimated, such as market conditions or competitors’ behaviors. Any forward-looking statements made in this document are statements about Atos’s beliefs and expectations and should be evaluated as such. Forward-looking statements include statements that may relate to Atos’s plans, objectives, strategies, goals, future events, future revenues or synergies, or performance, and other information that is not historical information. Actual events or results may differ from those described in this document due to a number of risks and uncertainties that are described within the 2024 Universal Registration Document filed with the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF) on April 10, 2025 under the registration number D.25-0238. Atos does not undertake, and specifically disclaims, any obligation or responsibility to update or amend any of the information above except as otherwise required by law.

    This document does not contain or constitute an offer of Atos’s shares for sale or an invitation or inducement to invest in Atos’s shares in France, the United States of America or any other jurisdiction. This document includes information on specific transactions that shall be considered as projects only. In particular, any decision relating to the information or projects mentioned in this document and their terms and conditions will only be made after the ongoing in-depth analysis considering tax, legal, operational, finance, HR and all other relevant aspects have been completed and will be subject to general market conditions and other customary conditions, including governance bodies and shareholders’ approval as well as appropriate processes with the relevant employee representative bodies in accordance with applicable laws.

    About Atos Group

    Atos Group is a global leader in digital transformation with c. 72,000 employees and annual revenue of c. €10 billion, operating in 68 countries under two brands — Atos for services and Eviden for products. European number one in cybersecurity, cloud and high-performance computing, Atos Group is committed to a secure and decarbonized future and provides tailored AI-powered, end-to-end solutions for all industries. Atos is a SE (Societas Europaea) and listed on Euronext Paris.

    The purpose of Atos is to help design the future of the information space. Its expertise and services support the development of knowledge, education and research in a multicultural approach and contribute to the development of scientific and technological excellence. Across the world, the Group enables its customers and employees, and members of societies at large to live, work and develop sustainably, in a safe and secure information space.

    Contact

    Investor relations: investors@atos.net

    Individual shareholders: +33 8 05 65 00 75

    Media relations: globalprteam@atos.net

    1 Net change in cash is defined as the variance in cash and cash-equivalent – before impact of exchange rate fluctuation – excluding (i) the variance of the drawn portion of the RCF and (ii) the variance in working capital optimization actions (which include cash in advance received from customers, account receivable factoring and specific optimization of trade payables)

    2 Liquidity is defined as the sum of (i) the consolidated cash and cash-equivalent position of the Group and (ii) the amounts available under any undrawn committed facilities (including committed overdrafts). Consolidated cash and cash-equivalent includes trapped cash and unpooled cash and excludes cash held in escrow accounts in order to provide cash collateral.

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  • MIL-OSI: Atos Group publishes estimated 2025 half-year liquidity position reflecting limited cash consumption in the half

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Press Release

    Atos Group publishes estimated
    2025 half-year liquidity position
    reflecting limited cash consumption in the half

    Paris, July 20th, 2025 – Atos Group (Euronext Paris: ATO) today publishes an estimated 2025 half-year liquidity position. This publication is part of the regular reporting requirements defined and agreed with the Group’s financial creditors.

    Net change in cash1 in the first half of 2025 is estimated at c. €-96 million (vs €-686 million in the first half of 2024), without any usage of account receivable factoring or specific optimization on trade payables. This is before the estimated impact of exchange rate fluctuation of €-103 million (mainly driven by the EUR/USD evolution during the half) and excluding the €-175 million variance in payments received in advance of invoice payment due date.

    As at June 30, 2025, Atos Group liquidity2 is estimated at €1,804 million, compared to €2,179 million as of December 31, 2024 and more than €1.1 billion above the minimum €650 million level required by credit documentation. It was comprised of:

    In € million June 30, 2025 (estimated) Dec 31, 2024 (actuals) Variation
    Cash & cash equivalent 1,364 1,739 (374)
    Of which payments received in advance of invoice payment due date 143 319 (175)
    Undrawn revolving credit facility 440 440 –
    Total liquidity2 1,804 2,179 (374)

    The liquidity report is available on the company website (https://atos.net/en/investors/financial-reports-for-creditors)

    Disclaimer

    This document contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including references, concerning the Group’s expected growth and profitability in the future which may significantly impact the expected performance indicated in the forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties are linked to factors out of the control of the Company and not precisely estimated, such as market conditions or competitors’ behaviors. Any forward-looking statements made in this document are statements about Atos’s beliefs and expectations and should be evaluated as such. Forward-looking statements include statements that may relate to Atos’s plans, objectives, strategies, goals, future events, future revenues or synergies, or performance, and other information that is not historical information. Actual events or results may differ from those described in this document due to a number of risks and uncertainties that are described within the 2024 Universal Registration Document filed with the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF) on April 10, 2025 under the registration number D.25-0238. Atos does not undertake, and specifically disclaims, any obligation or responsibility to update or amend any of the information above except as otherwise required by law.

    This document does not contain or constitute an offer of Atos’s shares for sale or an invitation or inducement to invest in Atos’s shares in France, the United States of America or any other jurisdiction. This document includes information on specific transactions that shall be considered as projects only. In particular, any decision relating to the information or projects mentioned in this document and their terms and conditions will only be made after the ongoing in-depth analysis considering tax, legal, operational, finance, HR and all other relevant aspects have been completed and will be subject to general market conditions and other customary conditions, including governance bodies and shareholders’ approval as well as appropriate processes with the relevant employee representative bodies in accordance with applicable laws.

    About Atos Group

    Atos Group is a global leader in digital transformation with c. 72,000 employees and annual revenue of c. €10 billion, operating in 68 countries under two brands — Atos for services and Eviden for products. European number one in cybersecurity, cloud and high-performance computing, Atos Group is committed to a secure and decarbonized future and provides tailored AI-powered, end-to-end solutions for all industries. Atos is a SE (Societas Europaea) and listed on Euronext Paris.

    The purpose of Atos is to help design the future of the information space. Its expertise and services support the development of knowledge, education and research in a multicultural approach and contribute to the development of scientific and technological excellence. Across the world, the Group enables its customers and employees, and members of societies at large to live, work and develop sustainably, in a safe and secure information space.

    Contact

    Investor relations: investors@atos.net

    Individual shareholders: +33 8 05 65 00 75

    Media relations: globalprteam@atos.net

    1 Net change in cash is defined as the variance in cash and cash-equivalent – before impact of exchange rate fluctuation – excluding (i) the variance of the drawn portion of the RCF and (ii) the variance in working capital optimization actions (which include cash in advance received from customers, account receivable factoring and specific optimization of trade payables)

    2 Liquidity is defined as the sum of (i) the consolidated cash and cash-equivalent position of the Group and (ii) the amounts available under any undrawn committed facilities (including committed overdrafts). Consolidated cash and cash-equivalent includes trapped cash and unpooled cash and excludes cash held in escrow accounts in order to provide cash collateral.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Russian President’s Press Secretary Calls Trend of “Militaristic Ecstasy” in Europe Dangerous

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

    An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

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

    Moscow, July 20 /Xinhua/ — Russian presidential press secretary Dmitry Peskov, speaking about the “anti-Russian militaristic ecstasy” in Europe over the issue of arms supplies to Ukraine, called this a very dangerous trend in general, which Russia takes into account and makes its plans based on it.

    “Anti-Russian and militaristic ecstasy, thank God, has not yet found common understanding.” “But the trend as a whole is, of course, very bad and very dangerous,” the Kremlin spokesman said in an interview with the author and co-host of the program “Moscow. Kremlin. Putin” Pavel Zarubin.

    “And we see this, we take this into account and proceed from this when drawing up our future plans,” D. Peskov pointed out.

    As he noted, a number of Western countries “are creating an enemy for themselves, conducting such concentrated professional work both in their own society and abroad in order to present Russia as the spawn of hell.” “And in order to ensure the continuation of the war, in order to suppress Russia, this discussion is taking place about who will pay for the holiday,” added the press secretary of the Russian president.

    D. Peskov noted that Germany is the economic locomotive of Europe, but it cannot bear the burden of paying for arms supplies to Ukraine alone.

    Commenting on the statements of US President Donald Trump on the Ukrainian settlement, D. Peskov stated that “Russia is ready to move quickly. The main thing for us is to achieve our goals.”

    “Our goals are clear, they are obvious, they do not change,” he emphasized.

    According to Russian media, in March the European Union, under the pretext of a threat from Russia and Belarus, agreed on a plan to militarize Europe. The EU announced an increase in military spending and the development of circular defense plans.

    D. Trump announced on July 14 that the United States would sell modern weapons to NATO member states for delivery to Ukraine. Western media reported that Hungary, Italy and France refused to finance such purchases. –0–

    Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Chairman of the Minsk City Executive Committee: Cooperation between Belarus and China in the field of culture is becoming closer

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

    An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

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

    QINGDAO, July 20 (Xinhua) — Belarus-China cultural cooperation has become closer in recent years. The forms of cultural interaction between the two countries are constantly updated, and the content of exchanges is enriched, Vladimir Kukharev, Chairman of the Minsk City Executive Committee (Minsk City Executive Committee), said Saturday while delivering a speech at the opening ceremony of the event titled “Qingdao-Overseas Sister Cities Exchange Month.”

    V. Kukharev listed the results of fruitful Chinese-Belarusian cooperation in the cultural sphere. According to him, in order to deepen the cultural dialogue, Belarus regularly hosts events organized jointly with the Chinese Embassy in Minsk and the Chinese Cultural Center.

    He highlighted events such as the Happy Spring Festival, Chinese Language Day, regular exhibitions of traditional and contemporary Chinese art, as well as festivals of national cuisine and arts and crafts.

    V. Kukharev particularly noted the important role of Confucius Institutes in the development of Chinese-Belarusian relations. “Currently, there are six Confucius Institutes operating in the Republic of Belarus. Their main efforts are aimed at studying and popularizing the language and culture of both countries, promoting intercultural dialogue, strengthening academic and scientific ties, as well as implementing joint research and educational projects,” he explained.

    Meanwhile, he also named cinema, theatre arts and tourism as promising areas for cooperation.

    According to V. Kukharev, in the context of global challenges, it is cooperation

    in the field of culture and tourism contributes to the formation of a common cultural space, expanding opportunities for interpersonal communication and mutual enrichment.

    “By developing such partnerships, states not only stimulate economic growth, but also contribute to the strengthening of peace, friendship and tolerance between peoples, which is the most important basis for the stable and harmonious development of modern society,” he concluded.

    The event, “Qingdao Overseas Sister Cities Exchange Month,” is being held in Qingdao City, Shandong Province, East China. It is attended by representatives from 19 cities and organizations from 17 countries, including Belarus, Ethiopia, Cambodia, Hungary, Germany, Greece, Japan, New Zealand, etc. -0-

    Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

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  • MIL-OSI: Bitcoin Solaris Presale Projects 4x Gains with Guaranteed $20 Launch Price

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TALLINN, Estonia, July 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitcoin Solaris (BTC-S) is stealing the spotlight in the crypto world as more analysts point toward its potential to turn a modest $1,000 into $4,000 at launch. While the market continues throwing out new tokens every week, few bring the combination of strong fundamentals, breakthrough technology, and sheer investor momentum like BTC-S. This is not your typical presale project hoping for a lucky break. It is built to deliver.

    Why Bitcoin Solaris Is the Standout in 2025

    Bitcoin Solaris does not rely on empty promises. Its strength comes from its hybrid Proof-of-Work and Delegated Proof-of-Stake consensus, delivering lightning-fast speeds while maintaining security at scale. This dual-consensus architecture brings scalability and decentralization together in a way few projects achieve.

    • The Base Layer uses Proof-of-Work for maximum security
    • The Solaris Layer operates Delegated Proof-of-Stake, hitting over 10,000 transactions per second with 2-second finality
    • Validator rotation occurs every 24 hours to ensure fairness
    • Zero-Knowledge Proofs provide optional privacy without sacrificing performance
    • Rust-based smart contracts support a wide range of use cases from DeFi to enterprise

    Through the exciting release of the upcoming Solaris Nova App, Bitcoin Solaris takes mining mainstream. Mobile, desktop, and browser mining means users can participate without expensive rigs or technical headaches.

    Influencers Are Highlighting BTC-S Potential

    Influencers and crypto reviewers are spotlighting Bitcoin Solaris as one of the smartest plays this cycle.

    • Crypto Show covers how BTC-S brings innovation back to blockchain
    • Token Empire highlights the scalability and investor confidence
    • Crypto Vlog discusses the real-world benefits of mobile mining
    • Token Galaxy breaks down how BTC-S combines accessibility with serious tech

    This Time It’s Not Just a Boom It’s the Rise of Bitcoin Solaris

    Presale Momentum Shows No Signs of Slowing

    Bitcoin Solaris is moving fast through Phase 12 of its presale. With just around 2 weeks left before launch on July 31, 2025, investor interest keeps rising.

    • Current price is $12
    • Next phase will jump to $13
    • A 4% bonus remains active during this phase
    • Launch price is fixed at $20 with an expected 150% return

    Over 14,200 unique investors have already joined. More than $6.6M has been raised, making this one of the most explosive presales of the year.

    Wallets like Trust Wallet and Metamask are recommended for receiving tokens on launch day. BTC-S makes it clear these wallets are for delivery, not presale purchasing.

    Secure your allocation through Bitcoin Solaris.

    Mining for Everyone Made Simple

    Bitcoin Solaris is rewriting the rules on mining with the upcoming Solaris Nova App. Forget expensive equipment and complex setups.

    • Cross-platform mining available on mobile, desktop, and browser
    • Adaptive algorithms optimize mining per device
    • Mining Power Marketplace allows users to rent or sell computational power
    • Supports ASICs, GPUs, desktops, laptops, and smartphones
    • Biometric login and encryption ensure top-tier security
    • Leaderboards, achievements, and in-app education drive community engagement

    Users can calculate their mining potential using the BTC-S calculator.

    Sustainable Tokenomics for Long-Term Value

    Bitcoin Solaris ensures a balanced distribution model focused on growth and sustainability. More details are available at the BTC-S Tokenomics.

    • 66.66% allocated for mining over 90 years
    • 20% reserved for the presale
    • 5% for liquidity pools
    • 2% for ecosystem development
    • 2% for community rewards
    • 2% for staking rewards
    • 2% for marketing
    • 0.33% for the team and advisors

    This structure guarantees BTC-S stays decentralized and in the hands of participants who build its future.

    Final Thoughts: BTC-S Is Built to Deliver

    Bitcoin Solaris is not just another crypto presale. It is an ecosystem built for scale, accessibility, and long-term adoption. With its dual-consensus model, mobile-first mining, and tokenomics designed for sustainability, BTC-S is positioned to turn small investments into substantial returns. The $20 launch price is around the corner, and this presale window will not last much longer.

    For more information on Bitcoin Solaris:
    Website: https://www.bitcoinsolaris.com/
     Telegram: https://t.me/Bitcoinsolaris
     X: https://x.com/BitcoinSolaris

    Media Contact:
    Xander Levine
    press@bitcoinsolaris.com
    Press Kit: Available upon request

    Disclaimer: This content is provided by Bitcoin Solaris. The statements, views, and opinions expressed in this content are solely those of the content provider and do not necessarily reflect the views of this media platform or its publisher. We do not endorse, verify, or guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information presented. We do not guarantee any claims, statements, or promises made in this article. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial, investment, or trading advice. Investing in crypto and mining-related opportunities involves significant risks, including the potential loss of capital. It is possible to lose all your capital. These products may not be suitable for everyone, and you should ensure that you understand the risks involved. Seek independent advice if necessary. Speculate only with funds that you can afford to lose. Readers are strongly encouraged to conduct their own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. However, due to the inherently speculative nature of the blockchain sector—including cryptocurrency, NFTs, and mining—complete accuracy cannot always be guaranteed. Neither the media platform nor the publisher shall be held responsible for any fraudulent activities, misrepresentations, or financial losses arising from the content of this press release. In the event of any legal claims or charges against this article, we accept no liability or responsibility. GlobeNewswire does not endorse any content on this page.

    Legal Disclaimer: This media platform provides the content of this article on an “as-is” basis, without any warranties or representations of any kind, express or implied. We assume no responsibility for any inaccuracies, errors, or omissions. We do not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information presented herein. Any concerns, complaints, or copyright issues related to this article should be directed to the content provider mentioned above.

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  • MIL-OSI United Nations: UNESCO World Heritage: 26 new sites inscribed

    Source: UNESCO World Heritage Centre

    The 47th session of the World Heritage Committee came to a close in Paris, France, with the inscription of 26 new cultural and natural properties on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Once again this year, the spotlight was on African heritage, with the inclusion of 4 new sites from the continent and the removal of three others from the List of World Heritage in Danger.

    “With 196 States Parties, the World Heritage Convention is one of the most universally ratified in the world – proof …

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  • MIL-OSI China: Ukraine proposes fresh talks with Russia next week

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

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is seen before a European Council summit in Brussels, Belgium, June 27, 2024. [Photo/Xinhua]

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Saturday that Kiev has proposed to hold a new round of peace talks with Moscow next week.

    Rustem Umerov, who headed the Ukrainian delegation in the previous two talks in Istanbul, had sent the Russian side the offer to hold the meeting next week, Zelensky said in his evening address to the nation.

    “The momentum of the negotiations must be stepped up,” Zelensky said. “Everything should be done to achieve a ceasefire.”

    Umerov, the former defense minister, was just appointed by the Ukrainian president as secretary of the National Security and Defense Council on Friday.

    Russia on Tuesday rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s 50-day ultimatum to agree to a Ukraine ceasefire, dismissing the threat of “severe tariffs” as unacceptable.

    Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov emphasized that Moscow favors a diplomatic resolution to the Ukraine conflict and is ready to negotiate.

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  • MIL-OSI China: China wins first women’s solo technical title at World Aquatics Championships

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

    Gold medalist Xu Huiyan (C) of China, silver medalist Vasilina Khandoshka (L) of Belarus and bronze medalist Iris Tio Casas of Spain pose with medals during the awarding ceremony of the women’s solo technical final of artistic swimming at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore, July 19, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]

    China’s world junior champion Xu Huiyan became a senior world champion on Saturday, capturing the country’s first women’s solo technical gold medal at the World Aquatics Championships.

    Xu, 19, who won four gold medals at the Artistic Swimming World Cup Super Final in China’s Xi’an this June, claimed the victory with 272.9917 points. Competing as a neutral athlete, Belarus’ Vasilina Khandoshka took silver with 260.5416, and Spain’s Iris Tio Casas earned bronze with 260.2917.

    Xu Huiyan of China performs during the women’s solo technical final of artistic swimming at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore, July 19, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]

    Xu also competed earlier in the day in the team free preliminaries, helping China qualify first for the final.

    In the men’s solo technical event, China’s Guo Muye finished fourth with a score of 235.0725. Russia’s Aleksandr Maltsev, competing as a neutral athlete, won gold with 251.7133 points in his solo debut. The artistic swimming veteran and multiple world champion in mixed duet was followed by Spain’s Dennis Gonzalez with 241.1667 and Mexico’s Diego Carrillo with 238.1600.

    Maltsev, 30, is Russia’s first male artistic swimmer and previously won silver in the mixed duet at the 2015 Kazan World Championships, where male athletes were included for the first time.

    Gonzalez, despite falling short of gold, expressed admiration for his rival.

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  • MIL-OSI China: China’s AI tech boosts global trade efficiency, facilitates supply chain

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

    A visitor tries a pair of glasses at the booth of TCL in the Digital Technology Chain area of the third China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) in Beijing, capital of China, July 19, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]

    To provide a quick overview of what its digital technology can do for China’s many small and medium-sized exporters, a Nanjing-based software firm put up nine striking Q&A posters at an ongoing trade fair in Beijing.

    “Where is my product most in-demand overseas?” “How can I ensure my product passes customs compliance?” “Customers want low carbon and what should I do?” “How can I make global supply chain more cost-effective?” — SKYTECH’s AI tools can quickly provide tailored solutions to these questions.

    During discussions about fragile global supply chains at the third China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE), participants noted that China’s AI technology is a source of confidence and a promising avenue for building resilience in global trade.

    Qiu Weiwen, a manager from SKYTECH, demonstrated the intelligent system in front of a large screen. “China has the most complete industrial chain in the world, which makes its export product system rather complex, and that’s why we’ve designed an AI system,” he explained.

    For new energy vehicle products, it is necessary to input the origins of components like tires, bearings, and battery cells. Even small changes in parameters can result in different solutions from the large model.

    “The country where the product is assembled might be different from where its components are produced. We can help you analyze which scenario is more advantageous,” Qiu said.

    Another service from the Nanjing firm in east China supports European Union-bound exporters by automating carbon footprint reporting and carbon tariff calculations. Beyond compliance, SKYTECH further delivers strategic guidance enabling clients to capture revenue opportunities through carbon trading schemes.

    At a CISCE roundtable on Friday, SKYTECH spotlighted a success story. Under its support, Chinese solar-panel maker Trina Solar built a low-carbon, digitally optimized line that slashes the carbon footprint of its modules well below France’s entry threshold, unlocking instant access to the European market.

    In the neighboring booth, tech stars from east China’s Zhejiang Province were unveiling their smart new products, and one of them was NetEase’s AI agent for foreign trade firms.

    The NetEase Foreign Trade Express uses “AI employees” to develop overseas customers, with precise inquiries increasing by 30% The AI can automatically identify target customers with an accuracy rate of over 95%, saving foreign trade companies up to 1.5 working days per week in customer search time.

    Last October, Alibaba International updated its “AI Business Assistant,” enabling real-time optimization of product titles, keywords, images and selling points to drive more online exposure for home-made products for overseas market.

    Veteran Chinese mechanics maker Xu Jingqian recalled a puzzling challenge with his screw compressors: strong website traffic in the United States but poor buyer inquiries on Alibaba.

    As an early adopter of Alibaba’s AI tool launched in 2023, he received targeted recommendations: Add U.S. specifications, showcase product certifications and clarify door-to-door delivery costs. After implementing these changes, Xu saw his sales more than double.

    “AI now auto-translates Chinese small enterprises’ product descriptions into export-ready visuals and listings, making global sales as easy as domestic ones,” said Fan Min, general manager of public affairs at Alibaba 1688, at a CISCE event.

    Open Source

    The introduction of these new products underscores China’s ongoing efforts to sustain the global trade system via digital tools despite increasing uncertainties. Empowered especially by AI technology, the thriving digital trade is emerging as a bright spot in global trade landscape.

    At the five-day expo, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang praised China’s global leadership in AI models, engineering talent and industrial applications. “The supply chain of China is a miracle. It is the largest and most complex in the world, not just about labor, but built on deep technology, AI and software,” said Huang.

    In a dialogue event on Thursday, Huang said China is clever about open-source engineering. “Open source has many global implications. It’s not just helping the Chinese ecosystem; it’s helping ecosystems around the world.”

    China’s open-source AI models like DeepSeek, Kimi and Qwen are powering supply chains across China and the rest of the world. In February, the NetEase Foreign Trade Express fully integrated with DeepSeek.

    China’s digitally deliverable service import and export value in 2024 grew by nearly 40% compared to 2020, as shown by figures released by the country’s Ministry of Commerce.

    Last year, China’s digital economy core industries contributed about 10% of its GDP, while cross-border e-commerce exports grew by 16.9% year on year, according to China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, who organized the CISCE.

    An initiative launched at the expo calls for the digitalization and intelligent upgrading of supply chains, promoting interconnected data across the entire chain to create better conditions for international trade and investment cooperation.

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  • MIL-OSI: As Market Volatility Rises, Bitcoin Solaris Emerges as a Safe Haven with Guaranteed $20 Launch Price

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TALLINN, Estonia, July 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With the cryptocurrency market facing renewed volatility, investors are seeking solid opportunities with long-term potential. Bitcoin Solaris (BTC-S), an emerging blockchain project, is capturing attention for all the right reasons. As it nears the end of its presale phase, Bitcoin Solaris offers a guaranteed launch price of $20—positioning itself as a secure and forward-looking investment in uncertain times.

    Why Bitcoin Solaris Stands Out from the Rest

    Bitcoin Solaris is not just another chain trying to make headlines. It is a purpose-built blockchain combining the best of both security and scalability. The project runs on a hybrid Proof-of-Work and Delegated Proof-of-Stake consensus, delivering fast, secure, and energy-efficient performance at scale.

    • Base Layer, powered by SHA-256 Proof-of-Work, ensures security and resilience
    • Solaris Layer handles scalability with 10,000+ transactions per second and 2-second finality
    • Active validator rotation maintains decentralization and fairness
    • Rust-based smart contracts open the door to fast-growing sectors like DeFi, gaming, and enterprise adoption
    • Optional Zero-Knowledge Proofs offer privacy to users who want it

    Through the exciting release of the upcoming Solaris Nova App, mining becomes simple and accessible to everyone. Whether from a phone, desktop, or browser, Bitcoin Solaris puts crypto mining into the hands of everyday users.

    Influencers are taking notice. A detailed review by Crypto Show breaks down why Bitcoin Solaris has gained so much attention during this cycle and why its future looks bright for long-term investors.

    The Presale Is Driving Unmatched Momentum

    The BTC-S presale has entered Phase 12 and continues to draw attention from retail and institutional investors alike. With around 2 weeks left until launch, momentum is surging fast.

    • Current price sits at $12
    • Next phase increase brings it to $13
    • A 4% bonus remains active for this round
    • Launch price is locked at $20 with an estimated 150% return

    Bitcoin Solaris is making headlines for what some call the shortest presale in crypto history. Over $6.6M has already been raised and more than 14,200 unique users have secured their positions.

    Don’t Just Invest Lead the Movement With Bitcoin Solaris

    Wallets like Trust Wallet and Metamask are recommended for seamless token delivery on launch day. BTC-S makes it clear these wallets are only for receiving tokens, not for buying into the presale.

    Secure your position through Bitcoin Solaris.

    Mining Made for Everyone, Everywhere

    Bitcoin Solaris is rewriting the rules of mining with the Solaris Nova App and its revolutionary approach to accessible, mobile-first mining.

    • Cross-platform mining through mobile, desktop, and browser
    • Adaptive algorithms maximize efficiency on any device
    • Mining Power Marketplace allows users to rent or sell computational power
    • Supports ASICs, GPUs, desktops, laptops, and smartphones
    • Biometric security and encrypted storage protect user assets
    • Community-driven features including achievements, leaderboards, and educational content

    BTC-S has removed the barriers to entry for mining. Now, anyone with a device can participate and benefit. For potential profitability estimates, Bitcoin Solaris provides a simple calculator for user convenience.

    A Roadmap Designed for Long-Term Growth

    Bitcoin Solaris is building towards long-term adoption with a detailed and realistic development plan. You can view the full breakdown at the Bitcoin Solaris Roadmap.

    • Phase 1 focuses on finalizing the whitepaper and core protocol
    • Phase 2 brings testnet launch, wallet development, and Solana integration
    • Phase 3 prepares for the mainnet and exchange listings
    • Phase 4 delivers the Solaris Nova App and governance systems
    • Phase 5 expands the ecosystem with Mining Power Marketplace and cross-chain features
    • Phase 6 adds advanced technologies like quantum-resistant cryptography
    • Phase 7 focuses on enterprise partnerships and institutional tools
    • Phase 8 shifts to global impact with education and AI integration

    Final Thoughts: Bitcoin Solaris Is the Smart Move for 2025 and Beyond

    Bitcoin Solaris is more than just a hot presale. It is an ecosystem designed to help users build wealth through innovation, accessibility, and scalability. With mobile-first mining, lightning-fast transactions, and a roadmap to global adoption, BTC-S is positioned to be one of the standout projects in crypto’s next growth cycle. For anyone asking which crypto to buy today for long-term success, the answer is becoming clear.

    For more information on Bitcoin Solaris:
    Website: https://www.bitcoinsolaris.com/
     Telegram: https://t.me/Bitcoinsolaris
     X: https://x.com/BitcoinSolaris


    Media Contact:
    Xander Levine
    press@bitcoinsolaris.com
    Press Kit: Available upon request

    Disclaimer: This content is provided by Bitcoin Solaris. The statements, views, and opinions expressed in this content are solely those of the content provider and do not necessarily reflect the views of this media platform or its publisher. We do not endorse, verify, or guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information presented. We do not guarantee any claims, statements, or promises made in this article. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial, investment, or trading advice.Investing in crypto and mining-related opportunities involves significant risks, including the potential loss of capital. It is possible to lose all your capital. These products may not be suitable for everyone, and you should ensure that you understand the risks involved. Seek independent advice if necessary. Speculate only with funds that you can afford to lose. Readers are strongly encouraged to conduct their own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. However, due to the inherently speculative nature of the blockchain sector—including cryptocurrency, NFTs, and mining—complete accuracy cannot always be guaranteed.Neither the media platform nor the publisher shall be held responsible for any fraudulent activities, misrepresentations, or financial losses arising from the content of this press release. In the event of any legal claims or charges against this article, we accept no liability or responsibility.Globenewswire does not endorse any content on this page.

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Qatar Announces Facilitation of Return of Second Group of Afghan Nationals from Germany

    Source: Government of Qatar

    Doha / 18 July 2025

    The State of Qatar announces that it has facilitated the return of a second group of Afghan nationals from the Federal Republic of Germany to their country, as part of its ongoing commitment to mediating and facilitating communication between Afghanistan and the international community.

    The Ministry of Foreign Affairs notes that the second group, comprising 81 Afghan nationals, is the result of logistical coordination and pivotal diplomatic efforts undertaken by the State of Qatar to bridge views by hosting a series of meetings in Doha. These efforts aimed to establish clear frameworks for safe and orderly returns, with a shared commitment to ensuring that all returnees are treated with the utmost dignity and provided with the necessary support for their reintegration.

    The Ministry also notes that the facilitation of the return of this group represents further confirmation of the success and sustainability of this initiative, following the repatriation of 28 Afghan nationals in the first group last year.

    In this context, His Excellency Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi, Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, affirmed that to ensure the sustainability of this initiative, a specialized follow-up mechanism will continue after the repatriation process is completed. This mechanism aims to monitor the conditions of returnees, support reintegration efforts, and maintain open channels of coordination between all concerned parties.

    His Excellency reiterated the State of Qatar’s commitment to effectively contributing to addressing the humanitarian issues related to the situation in Afghanistan through constructive cooperation with international partners, within the framework of its broader diplomatic approach, which is based on dialogue and coordination as a means of providing practical solutions to complex global challenges.

    His Excellency also expressed his country’s appreciation to the Afghan caretaker government and the Federal Republic of Germany for their confidence in Qatar’s mediation and the speed with which it responded to the requirements for the success of this process.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK Government backs bid to bring World Athletics Championships back to London in 2029

    Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements

    Press release

    UK Government backs bid to bring World Athletics Championships back to London in 2029

    A successful bid would see the biggest global athletics event return to the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

    • Government also supports bid for the 2029 World Para Athletics Championships to be staged in the UK
    • Championships would boost economy and strengthen UK standing as world-class sporting hosts

    The Government has today confirmed its support for bids to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships and the 2029 World Para Athletics Championships; setting out our ambition to see the sport’s pinnacle events return to the UK for the first time since the summer of 2017.

    A bid would aim to boost the UK economy, further strengthen the country’s outstanding reputation for hosting the biggest and best events, and encourage more people to get involved in track and field.

    Prime Minister Keir Starmer said:

    Bringing the World Athletics Championships to the UK would be moment of great national pride, building on our global reputation for hosting memorable sporting events that showcase the very best talent.

    Hosting these championships would not only unlock opportunities for UK athletes but it would inspire the next generation to get involved and pursue their ambitions.

    The event would provide a boost for UK businesses and support jobs as well as bring our communities together. I’m delighted to support the bid.

    The London Stadium, etched into the public’s memory for hosting the iconic 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games as well as the hugely successful 2017 World Championships, is the proposed venue for the 2029 World Athletics Championships.

    Meanwhile, the Government is committed to taking the World Paras beyond the capital, with a host city to be confirmed in due course.

    Subject to funding from partners being confirmed, the Government has agreed to provide significant funding for both bids, reflecting the UK’s ambition to once again bring the world’s greatest athletes to UK shores.

    This major commitment comes with London today set to host a sold-out Diamond League event, the world’s biggest one-day athletics meet.

    The UK Government will work hand-in-hand with the bidder Athletic Ventures, UK Sport, and host cities – including the Greater London Authority for the World Athletics Championship – to unlock a wide range of social, economic and sporting benefits, from boosting tourism and local economies to fostering healthier, more active communities through elite sport.

    Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, Lisa Nandy, said:

    Major sporting events deliver unforgettable moments and have the power to bring our country together like little else.

    That’s why we’re excited to be backing a bid to bring the World Athletics and World Para Athletics Championships back to the UK in 2029. As part of our Plan for Change, we want to build on our world class reputation as hosts, delivering not just economic benefits for the country but engaging communities, inspiring the next generation and showcasing the best of Britain to the world.

    Simon Morton, Director of Events at UK Sport, said:

    Live sport matters. It brings people together in ways few other things can, creating happiness, pride and lasting memories. Hosting the 2029 World Athletics Championships and World Para Athletics Championships gives us the chance to once again unite the nation around these genuinely global events.

    We welcome the Government’s commitment to extend our pipeline of hosted events, as we move forward with this bold and collaborative bid.

    Jack Buckner, CEO of UK Athletics, said:

    We’d like to thank the Government for supporting these bids. Staging these events in the UK will not only inspire today’s elite athletes, but those of tomorrow, and will engage millions in our sport.

    After superb medal hauls over the last few years on the World, Olympic and Paralympic stage, athletics in the UK is on an upward trajectory, with new partners, record participation and sold-out stadia. This support will drive the sport on to new heights.

    Sanjay Bhandari, Chair at Athletic Ventures, said:

    We are absolutely delighted that the Government has recognised the enormous value that the World Athletics Championships and World Para Athletics Championships can deliver for Britain — from jobs and investment to inspiring young people to get active.

    Central government support is a catalytic first step enabling us to build further dialogue with potential host cities and build compelling bids for both championships. We will seek to create spectacular events that leave a lasting legacy for our communities. We’re excited to work with partners across sport, government and our potential host cities to make that vision a reality.

    Josh Kerr, 1500m world champion and double Olympic medallist, said:

    London 2017 was my first senior World Championships, and it lit a fire in me. Being part of a home team in that kind of atmosphere was incredible — it made me hungrier than ever to become a world champion and chase Olympic medals.

    Having the government support to bid for 2029 and potentially bring that experience back to London would be massive. It would inspire so many young athletes and give the sport the platform it deserves. I’m proud to support the bid and hope we get the chance to show the world what we can do on home soil.

    If successful, the Championships would mark another milestone in the UK’s exceptional record of hosting world-class events and its enduring commitment to investing in sport as a force for good.

    The pipeline of major events already secured includes this Summer’s Women’s Rugby World Cup in England, the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026, the European Athletics Championships 2026, the ICC T20 Cricket women’s and men’s World Cups (in 2026 and 2030 respectively), the Invictus Games 2027 in Birmingham, the Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes Grand Departs 2027, and EURO 2028.

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    Katarina Johnson Thompson, two-time heptathlon world champion, said:

    I’m so pleased to see the Government backing this bid — hosting a home World Championships would be incredible for our sport and for the country.

    I still remember the buzz of competing in front of a home crowd in London in 2012 and 2017 — nothing compares to that feeling. It gave me a huge lift, and I’d love the next generation of athletes to experience that same atmosphere on the world stage.

    Bringing the Championships back to London would inspire so many people and show what British athletics is all about.

    Zak Skinner, two-time European T13 Gold medallist, said:

    It’s great that the Government is backing the bid to bring the World Para Athletics Championships back to the UK. Competing at London 2017 was one of the most unforgettable moments of my life. That home crowd, that energy — it was electric, and it showed just how powerful para athletics can be when it’s centre stage.

    I’ve grown so much as an athlete since then, but that experience gave me belief and drive at a crucial time. Hosting the World Para Athletics Championships here again would be a huge statement — not just for our athletes, but for the next generation watching in the stands or at home. I’d love to see it come back to the UK.

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  • India sees strong 12.6% growth in investment confidence in Q3 2025, highest among 32 economies: report

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    Despite a marginal 1.4 per cent decline in business investment confidence, India recorded the highest year-on-year growth among 32 economies surveyed for Q3 2025, registering a strong 12.6 per cent increase, according to the Dun & Bradstreet (D&B) Global Business Investment Confidence Index.

    The report noted that the Global Business Investment Confidence Index fell by 13.1 per cent quarter-on-quarter (q/q) for Q3 2025, marking the third consecutive quarter of decline.

    This drop in confidence was broad-based, with sharp declines reported across all five sub-indices. This contrasts with Q2 2025, when only capital expenditure and workforce size were expected to decrease.

    The report also highlighted that nearly half of the surveyed businesses (46.8 per cent) cited supply chain stability as a key factor influencing investment decisions for Q3 2025. In contrast, tariff uncertainty and domestic interest rates were among the least influential factors. This aligns with earlier findings indicating that the Global Supply Chain Continuity Index remains the lowest among all indices, standing at 99.9 for Q3.

    Globally, the decline in investment confidence was steeper in advanced economies than in emerging ones. Even when excluding the U.S.—which saw a sharp 16.7 per cent q/q drop and holds the largest weight—confidence in advanced economies fell more significantly than in emerging economies. France, Japan, Germany, and Spain recorded the steepest declines among advanced economies, reversing the gains made in Q2.

    Among emerging markets, the Russian Federation (-26.1 per cent), Brazil (-23.9 per cent), and South Africa (-20.7 per cent) experienced the largest q/q drops. In Brazil, aggressive monetary tightening by the Central Bank, which has raised the Selic rate by 425 basis points since last year, has significantly dampened capital expenditure plans. In South Africa, exposure to U.S. tariffs—particularly on automobile exports—has contributed to the decline in confidence.

    In terms of sectors, the manufacturing industry recorded a steeper drop in investment confidence (-17.2 per cent) than the services sector (-10.8 per cent) for Q3 2025. Within manufacturing, the capital goods (-33.1 per cent), food (-26.9 per cent), and automotive (-26.4 per cent) sub-sectors saw the most significant declines. The chemicals manufacturing sub-sector reported the smallest decline at -14.8 per cent, potentially due to exemptions from new U.S. tariffs, particularly those affecting pharmaceutical products.

    On a positive note, the report stated that expected capacity utilisation for Q3 2025 rose to 68.9 per cent in the services sector and 69.3 per cent in the manufacturing sector—the first quarter-on-quarter increase since Q1 2024.

    “Though this is a positive signal for future capital expenditure, the level remains below the 2024 averages of 73.9% and 74.1% for services and manufacturing, respectively,” the report concluded.

    (ANI)

  • MIL-OSI China: China women’s basketball team kicks off Universiade title defense with easy win

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

    The Chinese women’s basketball team, the reigning champion, sealed a lop-sided 88-56 victory over Portugal in its first group match Friday at the FISU World University Games.

    Shooting guard Chen Yujie dished out 19 points for China with efficient 28 minutes on the court, making seven out of nine attempts, including a 3-pointer. Forward Li Xingnuo buried three 3-pointers out of six attempts to add 16 points. Three more Chinese players scored in double-digit points.

    Point guard Ines Ramos had a team-high 14 points from 11 shooting attempts. Forward Eva Carregosa was the only other Portuguese player contributing 10-plus points.

    China opened the game with a 3-0 run, all coming from free throws before Portugal reinforced its attacks to level the score 14-14 with Maria Do Camo Cruz’s field goal. Carregosa’s consecutive five points from a 3-pointer and two free throws gave Portugal a 23-20 lead to wrap up the first quarter.

    Starting strong in the second quarter with an 8-0 spurt, China contained Portugal to just four field goals throughout the quarter and built up a 46-33 advantage into the interval, outscoring Portugal by 26-10 in the period.

    China maintained its momentum back into the court with a 6-0 to start the third quarter. Five straight points from Ramos’ layup and 3-pointer helped Portugal narrow the deficit to 56-40, but a follow-up 3-pointer from Li Qingyang and a buzzer-beater from Zhang Zihan handed China an 18-point lead. The game went into the final period by 61-43.

    The final quarter was left to substitutes for both teams and the match ended with 88-56.

    China grabbed a total of 42 rebounds, 16 more than their opponents, which partly defined the direction of the game.

    “We met Portugal at the Chengdu Universiade in 2023, so we somehow know their style,” said Chinese coach Zhao Xuetong, a basketball trainer from Beijing Normal University, where most of the Chinese players come.

    “We are the (Universiade) titleholder, but the squad here is much different, and some top players called up two years ago are absent. Hopefully, we can play better and finish our campaign here on podium.”

    In the other match in Group D, Romania snatched a narrow win of 64-60 over Chile. China will meet Romania and Portugal is to take on Chile on Saturday.

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  • MIL-OSI United Nations: Secretary-General Announces Members of Independent Scientific Panel on Effects of Nuclear War

    Source: United Nations General Assembly and Security Council

    NEW YORK, 18 July (United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs) — On 17 July, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres announced the appointment of an independent scientific panel of experts tasked with examining the physical effects and societal consequences of a nuclear war on a local, regional and planetary scale in the days, weeks and decades following a nuclear war.

    The panel was established pursuant to General Assembly resolution 79/238, titled “Nuclear War Effects and Scientific Research”, and is mandated to examine “the physical effects and societal consequences” of a nuclear war “on a local, regional and planetary scale, including, inter alia, the climatic, environmental and radiological effects, and their impacts on public health, global socioeconomic systems, agriculture and ecosystems, in the days, weeks and decades following a nuclear war”.

    The panel is tasked with publishing a comprehensive report on these matters, making key conclusions, and identifying areas requiring future research.  The report will be considered by the UN General Assembly at its eighty-second session in 2027.

    The last cross-sectional United Nations study of this kind was undertaken almost four decades ago in 1988 (Study on the Climatic and Other Global Effects of Nuclear War, United Nations publication, Sales No. E.89.IX.1).

    The panel consists of 21 members drawn from a range of scientific fields, including:  nuclear and radiation studies; atmospheric sciences and climate; environment and environmental studies; agriculture, biology and life sciences; public health and medicine; and behavioural and social sciences and applied economics.

    As mandated by resolution 79/238, the Secretary-General selected members of the panel based on “their leading scientific expertise across relevant disciplines, while ensuring impartiality, and equitable geographical and gender balance”.  In selecting the panel, the Secretary-General drew on the expertise and recommendations of relevant agencies from the United Nations system.

    The panel will engage the widest possible range of stakeholders, including international and regional organizations, the International Committee of the Red Cross, civil society, affected communities, and peoples from around the world, in order to understand local, regional and global perspectives on the effects of nuclear war.  Member States, relevant international and regional organizations and others are encouraged to support the panel’s work.

    The independent Scientific Panel on the Effects of Nuclear War will consist of the following 21 members, each participating in their personal capacity:

    Arlene Alves dos Reis, Head, Division of Dosimetry at the Brazilian Nuclear Energy Commission (CNEN);

    Ana María Cetto Kramis, former Deputy Director General, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).  Full research professor at the Physics Institute of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM).  Founder and current holder of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Chair on Science Diplomacy and Heritage at UNAM;

    Manvendra K. Dubey, Senior Scientist and Fellow, Earth Systems Observations, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL);

    Friederike Renate Friess, Senior Scientist, BOKU University, Department of Landscape, Water and Infrastructure, Institute of Safety and Risk Sciences;

    Abel Gonzalez, Senior Adviser to the Argentina Nuclear Regulatory Authority, Olenum member of the National Academy of Sciences of Buenos Aires, the Argentine Academy of Environmental Sciences, the Argentine Academy of the Seas, and the International Nuclear Energy Academy;

    Md Ahsan Habib, Professor at the Department of Chemistry, University of Dhaka, Fellow, Chinese Academy of Sciences;

    Andrew Haines, Professor of Environmental Change and Public Health, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM), Co-Director World Health Organization (WHO) Collaborating Centre on Climate Change, Sustainable Development and Health;

    Gi Hoon Hong, former President and Research Professor, Korea Institute of Ocean Science and Technology;

    Togzhan Kassenova, Senior Fellow, Center for Policy Research, University at Albany, State University of New York, former member of the Secretary-General’s Advisory Board on Disarmament Matters (ABDM);

    Ausrele Kesminiene-Suonio, Senior Visiting Scientist, Environment and Lifestyle Epidemiology Branch, International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC/WHO), former head of the Lithuanian Chernobyl Medical Centre;

    Peter Klimek, Director of the Supply Chain Intelligence Institute, Austria, Associate Professor, Section for Science of Complex Systems, Medical University of Vienna;

    Karina Meredith, Director of Environment Research and Technology at Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO), Adjunct Professor in the Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences school at University of New South Wales;

    Thobela Nkukwana, Senior Lecturer, University of Pretoria, Sub-editor for the South African Journal of Animal Sciences, Editorial Board member and Sub-editor of Welwitschia International Journal of Agricultural Sciences;

    Sébastien Philippe, research scholar at the Princeton University Program on Science and Global Security, member of the Scientific Advisory Group of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons;

    Laura Revell, Associate Professor in Atmospheric Chemistry at the University of Canterbury, member of the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) Environmental Effects Assessment Panel (EEAP) panel;

    Neil Rowan, Professor, Faculty of Science and Technological Health, University of the Shannon, Adjunct Professor to the School of Medicine, Nursing and Biomedical Science at the University of Galway;

    Rabia Sa’id, Professor of atmospheric and space-weather physics and a researcher at Bayero University Kano, Co-founder of Nigeria’s Association of Women Physicists;

    Georgiy L. Stenchikov, Professor Emeritus at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, Professor of Earth Sciences, Division of Physical Sciences and Engineering, Earth Sciences and Engineering Program, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology;

    Masao Tomonaga, Emeritus Director, Atomic Bomb Hospital, former Director of the Japanese Red Cross Nagasaki Atomic Bomb (Genbaku) Hospital, President of Nagasaki Prefecture Hibakusha Association and current President of IPPNW Nagasaki Branch.  A hibakusha from Nagasaki;

    Hüseyin Yalçinkaya, Anakara University Institute of Medical Sciences, Department of Animal Nutrition and Nutritional Diseases, Veterinary Officer at the Turkish Directorate General for Food and Control/Department of Border Control for Animal and Animal Products; and

    Zhao Wuwen, Professor at the Center for Strategic Studies, China Academy of Engineering Physics.

    Questions regarding the panel can be addressed to:  nweffectspanel@un.org.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: German Chancellor Calls Situation in Gaza ‘Unacceptable’

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

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

    BERLIN, July 18 (Xinhua) — German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Friday called the current situation in the Gaza Strip “unacceptable,” calling for an immediate ceasefire and comprehensive humanitarian aid to the local population.

    Speaking at a press conference in Berlin, F. Merz said that Germany, together with its partners, is working in close coordination to resolve the conflict in Gaza.

    The Chancellor stressed that Germany clearly states its position on certain developments in Israel, including the policy of building settlements in the West Bank, which “does not find approval in the German government.”

    According to a statement from the German federal government, Merz expressed hope for a speedy ceasefire in the Gaza Strip in a telephone conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday.

    F. Merz said that urgently needed humanitarian aid must be delivered to the residents of the Gaza Strip in a safe and humane manner.

    According to the statement, the German Chancellor also stressed that there should be no steps towards annexation of the West Bank. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Russia withdrew from military-technical cooperation agreement with Germany

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

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

    Moscow, July 18 /Xinhua/ — Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin has ordered the termination of an agreement with the German government on military-technical cooperation.

    The government order of July 15, 2025 was posted on the official legal information portal. The Russian Foreign Ministry was instructed to notify the German side of the decision taken.

    On June 19, the Russian Foreign Ministry announced that Moscow intends to withdraw from the military cooperation agreement with Berlin. It is specified that in the current situation, given the anti-Russian attitude of Germany, the agreement has lost its meaning and practical significance.

    The agreement was signed in 1996. Moscow and Berlin then agreed that they would promote military-technical cooperation between Russian and German enterprises, organizations and departments. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Armenian National Extradited to the United States Faces Federal Charges for Ransomware Extortion Conspiracy

    Source: US FBI

    PORTLAND, Ore.—An Armenian national extradited from Ukraine to the United States faces federal charges for his role in Ryuk ransomware attacks and extortion conspiracy targeting companies throughout the United States, including a technology company operating in Oregon.

    Karen Serobovich Vardanyan, 33, an Armenian national, has been charged with conspiracy, fraud in connection with computers, and extortion in connection with computers. Vardanyan was extradited from Ukraine to the United States on June 18, 2025.

    Levon Georgiyovych Avetisyan, 45, an Armenian national, has been charged with conspiracy, fraud in connection with computers, and extortion in connection with computers. Avetisyan is the subject of a United States extradition request in France. 

    Oleg Nikolayevich Lyulyava, 53, and Andrii Leonydovich Prykhodchenko, 53, both Ukrainian nationals, have been charged with conspiracy, fraud in connection with computers, and extortion in connection with computers. Lyulyava and Prykhodchenko are not in custody.

    According to court documents, between March 2019 and September 2020, Vardanyan and co-conspirators are alleged to have illegally accessed computer networks of victim companies to deploy Ryuk ransomware on hundreds of compromised servers and workstations. Ryuk ransomware is a type of malicious software designed to encrypt data on a victim’s computer or network and prevents the victim from accessing the encrypted files until a ransom is paid.

    Ryuk has been used to target thousands of victims worldwide across a variety of sectors, including private industry, state and local municipalities, local school districts, critical infrastructure, and hospitals and other healthcare services and providers. Ryuk attacks have severely disrupted these entities’ abilities to function by restricting access to data and impacting communications.

    As part of the scheme, ransom payments were extorted from victim companies in exchange for decryption keys to regain access to their data. A ransom note was placed on the computer systems demanding ransom payments in Bitcoin, a form of cryptocurrency, and provided an email address that victims could use to communicate with the cybercriminals. Vardanyan and co-conspirators are alleged to have received approximately 1,610 bitcoins in ransom payments from the victim companies, which was valued at over $15 million at the time of payment.

    Vardanyan made his first appearance in federal court June 20, 2025, before a U.S. Magistrate Judge. He was arraigned, pleaded not guilty, and ordered detained pending a seven-day jury trial scheduled to begin on August 26, 2025.

    If convicted, Vardanyan faces a maximum sentence of five years in federal prison, three years’ supervised release, and a fine of $250,000 for each count.

    The case is being investigated by the FBI. It is being prosecuted by Katherine A. Rykken, Assistant U.S. Attorney for the District of Oregon.

    The Justice Department’s Office of International Affairs provided significant assistance in securing Vardanyan’s arrest and extradition from Ukraine. The U.S. Attorney’s Office thanks the Ukrainian authorities for their assistance in this matter.

    An indictment is only an accusation of a crime, and a defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Members call for reinvigorated work on technology transfer, elect new Chair

    Source: WTO

    Headline: Members call for reinvigorated work on technology transfer, elect new Chair

    Members welcomed the election of Ambassador Eheth, who succeeded Ambassador Raimondas Ališauskas of Lithuania, and expressed appreciation for the outgoing Chair’s leadership over the past year in advancing the Group’s work.
    In his opening remarks, Ambassador Eheth underscored the continued relevance and growing importance of the Group’s mandate. He noted that technology transfer is vital for “strengthening productive capacity, upgrading infrastructure, and building resilience,”. He also highlighted its role in “supporting structural transformation, responding to environmental challenges, and ensuring that the rapid deployment of artificial intelligence and its applications in trade benefit all and do not further widen the gap between members at different stages of development.”
    In a discussion initiated by India, members exchanged views on how to advance work on technology transfer and build momentum towards the 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14), to be held in Yaoundé, Cameroon, in March 2026.
    Ambassador Eheth encouraged members to “continue sharing national experiences on how trade has facilitated technology transfer and supported development”. He reaffirmed the value of the practice –  introduced by his predecessor – of hearing from chairs of other WTO bodies. This, he noted, “enriches the Group’s work by illustrating the cross-cutting nature of technology transfer and its relevance across the WTO’s agenda.”
    Looking ahead, the Chair announced his intention to hold informal consultations in September to hear members’ views on how best to advance the Group’s work. “I am committed to helping advance not only the mandate of this Group, but also the broader objectives of the Organization as set out in the preamble of the Marrakesh Agreement establishing the WTO: raising standards of living, ensuring steadily growing real income, and supporting sustainable development in a manner consistent with the needs and aspirations of all members,” he said.
    The next formal meeting of the working group is scheduled for November 2025.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: NASA-Derived Textiles are Touring France by Bike

    Source: NASA

    During the Tour de France, athletes have to maintain a constant speed while bike riding for dozens of miles through cold rains and summer heat. These cyclists need gear that adapts to the different environments they encounter. One company is using a material with NASA origins to ensure these athletes stay comfortable while taking their grand tours.
    Phase-change materials use basic properties of matter to maintain a steady temperature. When a substance melts from a solid to a liquid, the material absorbs heat, and when it becomes solid again, it releases that heat. In the 1980s, Triangle Research Corporation received a NASA Small Business Innovation Research award to explore how phase-change materials could be incorporated into textiles to control temperatures in spacesuit gloves. By placing phase-change materials in small capsules woven throughout a textile, these temperature-regulating properties can be tuned to the comfort of the human body. While these textiles weren’t incorporated into any gloves flown on NASA missions, they formed the basis for a new product, sold under the name Outlast.
    Outlast has since become one of the most widely distributed temperature-regulating fabrics, found in products such as bedding, loungewear, and office chairs. It has seen especially extensive use in activewear, ranging from jogging clothes to professional sports gear. 
    Founded in 2001 and based in Fréjus, France, the company Ekoï makes clothing and accessories for cyclists, particularly those who bike competitively. The company first encountered Outlast at the Performance Days fabric trade fair in Munich, Germany, and was impressed with its capabilities as well as its NASA heritage.
    “When you say NASA, it’s always impressive.” said Celine Milan, director of textiles at Ekoï. “At the beginning we were even saying in here in our offices, ‘Wow, this technology was developed by NASA.’ It’s on another level.”
    Ekoi’s Outlast line officially launched in July 2022, during that year’s Tour de France. Over the course of that race, the company found it improved cyclists’ performance in the event’s mountain stages, where elevation changes mean wide swings in temperature. It also improved athletes’ aerodynamics, as their jerseys could stay closed in warmer environments, rather than opening them to let in wind.
    Today, Ekoï sells several products that incorporate Outlast materials, including jerseys, gloves, and socks. These products are internationally known for their NASA heritage. Whether engineering for astronaut’s comfort in space or competitive athletes, NASA aims for excellence. 
    Learn more about NASA’s Spinoff Technologies: https://spinoff.nasa.gov/

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