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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: LCQ19: Facilitating admission of high-calibre overseas students and scholars to Hong Kong

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

         Following is a question by the Hon Tang Fei and a written reply by the Secretary for Education, Dr Choi Yuk-lin, in the Legislative Council today (June 18):
     
    Question:
     
         It has been reported that the United States (US) Government has recently barred Harvard University from enrolling international students. There are views that, due to political factors, it is expected that more top-tier institutions will face restrictions on international student recruitment in the future. This could lead to significant shifts in the global talent mobility within the higher education sector. As such, Hong Kong, as an international education hub, should seize the opportunity to actively attract and retain high-calibre international students and scholars, so as to consolidate its position as a regional hub for knowledge, innovation and technology. In this connection, will the Government inform this Council:
     
    (1) whether, in the face of the aforesaid abrupt change in overseas higher education policies, the Government has formulated a systematic plan to assist Hong Kong institutions in attracting high-calibre students affected by the turbulent international situation to pursue studies in Hong Kong, and to ensure that they can stay in Hong Kong for career development after graduation; if so, of the details; if not, the reasons for that;
     
    (2) how the University Grants Committee (UGC) will avoid resource misallocation and vicious competition in the course of promoting talent competition among the eight UGC-funded universities, and whether UGC will take the lead in establishing a unified platform to foster collaboration among institutions, so as to enhance their overall international competitiveness; if so, of the details; if not, the reasons for that; and
     
    (3) whether, in the face of the China-US confrontation and competition, the Government will introduce specific policy measures to encourage Hong Kong’s higher education institutions to capitalise on new opportunities arising from the shifting geopolitical landscape, with a view to further strengthening Hong Kong’s position as an international education hub; if so, of the details; if not, the reasons for that?
     
    Reply:
     
    President,
     
         Hong Kong’s overall competitiveness in education ranks among the top five in the world, and our post-secondary education is highly internationalised and diversified. To date, five University Grants Committee (UGC)-funded universities have been ranked among the top 100 in the world, six are ranked among the top 50 in Asia, a number of them have been ranked among the top universities in the most international universities ranking, and they have excellent research talent, which make them attractive to students and scholars from all over the world. Under the leadership of the Committee on Education, Technology and Talents led by the Chief Secretary for Administration, the Government will continue to promote Hong Kong as an international hub for high-calibre talent, co-ordinate and drive the integrated development of education, technology and talent, expand connections, formulate policies to attract and cultivate talent, and foster the co-ordinated development of technologies, so as to strengthen Hong Kong’s position as an international post-secondary education hub and an international innovation and technology centre.
     
         Our reply to the Hon Tang Fei’s question is as follows:
     
    (1) and (3) In the light of the changes in the global higher education landscape, the Education Bureau (EDB) has promptly called on all universities in Hong Kong to introduce facilitation measures for affected students and scholars with a view to safeguarding their legitimate rights and interests, while attracting top talent in accordance with their diversified admissions and talent policies. The EDB is pleased to see that local universities are responding proactively and closely monitoring the situation, fully utilising the Government’s facilitation initiatives that support the capacity expansion and quality enhancement of post-secondary institutions in Hong Kong.
     
         We will continue to keep a close eye on the development and accordingly consider support measures for them in a holistic approach so as to give full play to Hong Kong’s role as an international post-secondary education hub. Apart from the recruitment measures of the institutions, the Government attracts more top talent to pursue their studies in Hong Kong through a range of initiatives, including doubling the cap on non-local students in publicly funded post-secondary institutions to 40 per cent, increasing scholarship quotas, and gradually increasing the number of places under the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme. We remain committed to pursuing various policies and initiatives, fostering networks and partnerships at the national, regional, and international levels, and will continue to work collaboratively with stakeholders to promote the “Study in Hong Kong” brand. These efforts align with the national strategies to invigorate the country through science and education, cultivate high-calibre talent, and advance innovation and development, thereby contributing to meeting the needs of our country.
     
    (2) The EDB and the UGC have been actively fostering collaboration among the eight UGC-funded universities, including supporting the jointly-established Heads of Universities Committee’s Standing Committee on Internationalisation (HUCOMSCI) to promote the “Study in Hong Kong” brand around the world. We will continue to deepen institutional collaboration through the HUCOMSCI to attract more talent from around the world and accelerate the development of Hong Kong into an international post-secondary education hub.
     
         Each of the eight UGC-funded universities has its own strengths and characteristics, and is making full use of the Government’s facilitation policies and measures to bring their strengths into full play in recruiting and attracting more outstanding students and academics. With the Government increasing the non-local student quota for UGC-funded universities from 20 per cent to 40 per cent from the 2024/25 academic year onwards, the proportion of non-local students enrolled in UGC-funded undergraduate programmes has increased from about 19.9 per cent in 2023/24 academic year to 23.2 per cent. Universities will adopt the principle of meritocracy to attract more non-local students to study in Hong Kong. Non-local students will also make choices of further studies that suit their own strengths and interests.
     
         As for academic staff, the UGC-funded universities have also been actively expanding capacity while enhancing quality by increasing the number of academic staff in the UGC-funded universities from 4 974 in the 2021/22 academic year to 5 398. The universities will continue to recruit top scholars from around the world through various measures to create a favourable environment for scientific research and contribute to the development of our country and Hong Kong.

    MIL OSI Asia Pacific News –

    June 18, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Video: Combating hate in society: How people are shaping EU policies

    Source: European Commission (video statements)

    Imagine the EU asks you to help with combating hate in society by shaping its policies. Do you say yes?

    Gemma – a lovely Italian grandma, Martin – an actor and drag performer from Slovakia, Daniel – a cargo office agent from Germany, and 147 other randomly selected EU citizens didn’t just imagine it—they lived it. Over three weekends in Brussels, they engaged in fruitful debates and discussions on how to tackle hatred in society.
    The result? 21 concrete recommendations presented to the European Commission.

    Want to discover how their insights influenced the discussion? Follow their journey on the European Citizens’ Panel on Tackling Hatred in Society.
    ▬▬ Contents of this video ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

    00:00 Introduction
    01:57 The state of Hate in Society
    03:36 Bringing people together
    04:12 Going beyond prejudice
    04:55 How hate can take lives
    05:49 Accepting Differences
    06:50 People’s recommendations

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    June 18, 2025

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: PM meeting with President Lee Jae Myung of the Republic of Korea: 17 June 2025

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    Press release

    PM meeting with President Lee Jae Myung of the Republic of Korea: 17 June 2025

    The Prime Minister met President Lee Jae Myung of the Republic of Korea at the G7 Summit

    The Prime Minister met President Lee Jae Myung of the Republic of Korea at the G7 Summit this afternoon and congratulated him on his recent election victory.

    Both leaders agreed to aim to complete the upgrade the existing Free Trade Agreement between the two countries as soon as possible.

    They also agreed on the need to cooperate on addressing the climate crisis and reducing carbon emissions. 

    Finally, the leaders discussed support for Ukraine and the challenges posed by Democratic People’s Republic of Korea.

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    June 18, 2025

  • MIL-OSI United Nations: 18 June 2025 News release WHO calls for global expansion of midwifery models of care

    Source: World Health Organisation

    The World Health Organization (WHO) today released new guidance to help countries adopt and expand midwifery models of care – where midwives serve as the main care provider for women and babies throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and the postnatal period.

    The guidance promotes strong communication and partnership between women and midwives, and offers proven health benefits for both women and their babies. Women who received care from trusted midwives are statistically more likely to experience healthy vaginal births and report higher satisfaction with the services they receive.

    “Expanding and investing in midwifery models of care is one of the most effective strategies to improve maternal and newborn health globally,” said Dr Anshu Banerjee, Director for Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent Health and Ageing at WHO. “These approaches improve outcomes, maximize resources, and can be adapted to all countries. Crucially, they also enhance women’s and families’ experiences of care– building trusted partnerships for health at this critical life stage.”

    A proven, cost-effective solution

    Despite progress, maternal and newborn deaths remain unacceptably high—particularly in low-income and fragile settings. Recent modelling suggests that universal access to skilled midwives could prevent over 60% of these deaths, amounting to 4.3 million lives saved annually by 2035.

    Midwifery care models emphasize informed choice as well as communication and non-invasive techniques—such as mobility during labour, breathing guidance, varied birthing positions and emotional support— that seek to empower women, and reduce the likelihood of invasive procedures.

    Midwifery models of care are also an important response to the growing concern of over-medicalization in childbirth. While medical interventions such as caesarean sections, inductions, and use of forceps are essential and life-saving when clinically indicated, their routine or excessive use creates short and long-term health risks. In some countries, caesarean rates now exceed 50%, suggesting high rates of medically unnecessary procedures.

    “Skilled midwives help women trust in their bodies, their abilities, and their care,” said Ulrika Rehnstrom Loi, Midwifery expert at WHO and technical lead for the guidance. “This is why investing in midwifery models of care is so important – it not only improves health but builds a cadre of experts equipped to provide individualized, respectful care, ensuring women are consistently part of decision making and have access to the information they need as well as vital emotional support.”

    Practical tools for implementation

    The new guidance provides practical tools and real-life examples to help countries structure a transition toward midwifery models of care. As part of this process, it calls for strong political commitment, strategic planning and long-term financing for implementation — with dedicated budget lines. It also stresses the importance of high-quality midwifery regulation and education in line with international standards, supporting autonomous, evidence-based practice.

    Successful implementation requires strong collaboration, the guidance notes. Midwives should be empowered to work independently while also integrated into broader healthcare teams alongside doctors and nurses. In the event of complications, midwives should be able to work in partnership with these other professionals to ensure quality multidisciplinary care for every woman and baby.

    A global imperative

    Globally, millions of women still give birth without a skilled health worker by their side, and one-third do not receive even four of WHO’s recommended eight pregnancy checks. Progress in reducing maternal and newborn mortality has largely stagnated since 2016.

    “Midwifery models of care are not just smart solutions – they are a necessity,” said Anna Ugglas, Chief Executive of the International Confederation of Midwives, which supported the development of the guidance. “In a world where childbirth is increasingly medicalized, they offer a person-centred, evidence-based approach that respects the physiological process of birth, restores dignity and autonomy to maternity care, and helps ensure safety for women and newborns everywhere.”

    The guidance outlines several adaptable models of midwifery care, including:

    • Continuity of care, where women are supported by a known midwife, or small team of midwives, throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postnatal period.
    • Midwife-led birth centres, dedicated facilities where midwives provide intrapartum care for women at low risk of complications. They sometimes offer other services such as antenatal and postnatal care or family planning.
    • Community-based approaches where midwives deliver services directly in communities—for example, via mobile units or local health centres.
    • Private practice, where private midwives operate independently or through organizations. To be effective, these services must be regulated and integrated into national health systems. 

    MIL OSI United Nations News –

    June 18, 2025

  • MIL-OSI: Agentic AI integration set to accelerate this year among Gen AI early adopters

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Press contact: 
    Antara Nandy
    Tel.: +91 9674515119  
    Email: antara.nandy@capgemini.com

    Agentic AI integration set to accelerate this year among Gen AI early adopters

    • Two in five organizations expect to achieve positive return on their AI investments in 1-3 years
    • By embedding a targeted set of AI capabilities into core business processes such as procurement, customer service, supply chain optimization, and finance operations, organizations are already achieving significant cost efficiencies

    Paris, June 18, 2025 – A Capgemini Research Institute report published today, ‘AI in action: How Gen AI and agentic AI redefine business operations,’ finds that AI is now driving positive returns on investment (ROI), with the average being nearly a 1.7 times return. The report highlights that this has now laid the groundwork for widespread agentic AI implementation. Among those early adopter organizations that have implemented generative AI (Gen AI), around 30% have already integrated AI agents into their business operations. Agentic AI projects are expected to rise by 48% by the end of 2025. The research also finds that one in five organizations already use AI agents or multi-agent systems, with Gen AI and agentic AI already delivering significant cost savings and operational efficiencies in business functions.

    With businesses planning investments in AI infrastructure, some organizations had expressed concerns about achieving ROI from their large-scale AI and Gen AI rollouts. However, the report finds that these initial concerns are fading fast, as enterprises are now seeing substantial returns, with those surveyed achieving a 1.7 times ROI from their Gen AI and AI investments. As a result, enterprises are increasing their Gen AI investments, with 62% of those surveyed growing their investment in Gen AI this year as compared to last year.

    “Gen AI and agentic AI can truly transform business services – enabling the shift from traditional cost-focused models towards an AI-enabled, value and insight driven business. Those that adopt an integrated approach with data and AI at its core will be set to achieve a truly connected, frictionless enterprise,” said Oliver Pfeil, CEO of Business Services at Capgemini and Member of the Group Executive Committee. “While the research suggests increased adoption of AI agents, organizations still face numerous barriers to implementation at scale. Adopting a pragmatic approach, fostering trust in AI, and creating a strong data foundation will go a long way in transforming business services into a strategic powerhouse to fuel any enterprise.”

    Gen AI adoption has laid the groundwork for agentic AI implementation
    Gen AI is expected to drive improvements in key metrics such as insight accuracy, productivity, time to market, and customer and employee experience over the next three years. As a result, more businesses are seeing the value of Gen AI, with 36% of organizations already implementing it, up from 20% last year. Among those that have adopted Gen AI at a limited or full scale, around 30% have integrated AI agents into their operations.
    The total number of AI agent projects in an average organization are expected to grow 48% in 2025.

    According to the report, AI agents are already delivering significant benefits across business functions, with agents and multi-agent systems reducing errors, improving customer satisfaction levels, increasing operational efficiency, and reducing operational costs. The top five industries adopting AI agents are high tech, industrial manufacturing, consumer products, energy & utilities, and pharma & healthcare.

    Strong leadership and workforce transformation are key to faster returns
    To achieve strong ROI on Gen AI investments, organizations should focus on developing strong leadership, governance, and AI readiness. According to the report, organizations who establish this foundation achieve ROI 45% faster. However, most enterprises currently lack this strong leadership, with only one in three leaders being a strong advocate of Gen AI.

    In addition, organizations must also transform their workforce to derive business value cites the report. In the past two years, enterprises that introduced automation and AI-based use cases have been able to automate 30% of operational tasks, and expect to automate further in the next two years. As responsibilities evolve, organizational upskilling, reskilling, training and job role transitions will feature highly, with almost two-thirds of employees expecting to see their job descriptions altered by 2028. According to the report, employee interaction with AI agents is expected to increase by 2028, so training and upskilling will be needed to prepare workforces for effective human-AI collaboration.

    Report Methodology
    The Capgemini Research Institute conducted a survey of 1,607 executives from organizations with at least $1 billion in global revenue in the last financial year, who are responsible and accountable for one or more AI and gen AI initiatives in business operations. Executives were from supply chain & procurement, finance & accounting, people operations, customer operations, AI leadership and strategy, AI application development and maintenance, AI ethics, regulations, and compliance functions. The executives were from 15 countries across multiple regions and spanning 13 industries. The Institute also interviewed 15 senior executives leading business operations and AI implementation at their respective organizations from across sectors and countries.

    About Capgemini
    Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem. The Group reported 2024 global revenues of €22.1 billion.

    Get The Future You Want | www.capgemini.com

    About the Capgemini Research Institute
    The Capgemini Research Institute is Capgemini’s in-house think-tank on all things digital. The Institute publishes research on the impact of digital technologies on large traditional businesses. The team draws on the worldwide network of Capgemini experts and works closely with academic and technology partners. The Institute has dedicated research centers in India, Singapore, the United Kingdom and the United States. It was ranked #1 in the world for the quality of its research by independent analysts for six consecutive times – an industry first.

    Visit us at https://www.capgemini.com/researchinstitute/

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    June 18, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Russia: The Moskino Cinema Park filmed a TV series based on the film Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

    The eight-part musical series “Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears. It’s Just Beginning” based on the cult Soviet film was filmed in the Moskino cinema park. Some scenes for the project were filmed in the center of the capital. The work was supported by the Moscow film cluster and the Moskino film commission.

    The story of three friends

    Vladimir Menshov’s melodrama Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears was released in 1979 and won an Oscar. The new series also centers on the fate of three friends who come to Moscow in the early 2000s in search of love and happiness. However, viewers will see not just a modern version of the Soviet film, but a completely new story that promises to surprise everyone.

    One of the main roles in the series was played by actor Andrei Maksimov, familiar to viewers from the images of villains in the projects “The Word of a Boy. Blood on the Asphalt” and “Fisher”. He not only appears on screen in a new role, but also sings.

    “I am very interested in how the audience will perceive me, not only in a positive capacity, but also in a singing one. Playing a positive character is just as interesting as playing a negative one. In my opinion, we managed to create an ambiguous image of the hero, and I hope that the audience will relate to him. In the cinema park, I really enjoyed working in “Cowboy Town”. I think that on this site everyone can feel like a child and imagine themselves as some kind of character in a western. All the interiors are first-class, and this is delightful,” said Andrey Maksimov.

    The main roles in the new series were also played by Ivan Yankovsky, Anastasia Talyzina, Maria Kamova, Tina Stoyilkovich, Ruzil Minekaev and other actors. The directors were Olga Dolmatovskaya and Zhora Kryzhovnikov.

    According to Olga Dolmatovskaya, one of the main themes in the project is female friendship that has lasted through the years, where each heroine finds herself with age. Several scenes for the series were filmed in the Moskino cinema park on the sites of Cowboy Town and Provincial Towns of Europe. These sets made a huge impression with their detailed development, solidity and realism. In addition to the cinema park, filming took place on several sites in Moscow: on Kotelnicheskaya Embankment, Pushkinskaya Square and in the Ostankino television center. The creators of the series felt a big difference – it was much easier to organize filming on the equipped territory of the cinema park.

    All approvals in record time

    The filming of the final scene of the series took place on Tverskoy Boulevard. 200 dancers, 100 actors and 100 crew members took part in the work.

    The most complex filming in the city center from an organizational point of view was coordinated in less than a month.

    “The Moscow Film Commission managed to do the almost impossible – conduct mass filming without disrupting the main life processes in the city center. In record time, a series of complex approvals were made with the city departments of trade, transport, health care, housing and utilities, mass events, as well as the prefecture. As a result, it was possible not only to film all the necessary scenes, but also to create a wonderful image of Moscow in the project,” the press service of the Moscow film cluster noted.

    Most of the filming took place near the Russian Academic Youth Theatre, the high-rise building on Kotelnicheskaya Embankment, the Ostankino TV Centre and Pushkinskaya Square, where one of the most striking episodes of the series was filmed, involving 200 dancers and more than 100 extras.

    To recreate the atmosphere of the 2000s, the artists studied costumes and fashion of the time. More than 250 outfits were sewn for the filming, and about a thousand more complex stage costumes were found in clothing rental stores.

    The project was created by the film companies Vodorod and NMG Studio with the support of the Internet Development Institute (ANO IRI). The series will be released in the online cinema Wink, and the TV premiere will take place on the STS TV channel.

    How the first shift of the creative camp “Youth of Moscow” wentThe Moskino Cinema Park will host the “School of Vocals and Music” shift of the creative camp

    The Moskino cinema park is part of Sergei Sobyanin’s “Moscow – City of Cinema” project and an object of the Moscow cinema cluster, which is being developed by the capital Department of Culture. The first stage of development has already been completed here: 24 natural sites, four pavilions and six infrastructure facilities have been built. Among them are the sets “Center of Moscow”, “Moscow of the 1940s”, “Vitebsk Station”, “Yurovo Airport”, “Cathedral Square of Moscow”, “Deaf Village”, “Partisan Village”, “County Town”, “Cowboy Town”, “Petersburg Bar” and other spaces.

    The Cinema Park is actively developing as a cultural and leisure venue. Exhibitions, master classes, lectures, meetings with famous actors and other events for Muscovites and guests of the capital are held here.

    The Moscow Film Cluster is an infrastructure facility, services and facilities for filmmakers, which are being developed by the Moscow Government within the framework of the Moscow — City of Cinema project. Its structure includes the Moskino Film Park, the Gorky Film Studio (sites on Sergei Eisenstein Street and Valdaisky Proyezd), the Moskino Film Factory, the Moskino Cinema Network, the Film Commission and the Moskino Film Platform.

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    June 18, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Russia: A modern residential area will appear in Biryulyovo Vostochny under the KRT program

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

    Under the integrated territorial development program (ITD), three sites with a total area of almost 37 hectares will be reorganized in the Biryulevo Vostochnoye district. The corresponding draft resolution posted on the Moscow Government website. This was reported by Vladimir Efimov, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Urban Development Policy and Construction.

    “The next project for the integrated development of territories in the south of Moscow involves the reorganization of three sites with a total area of 36.99 hectares. They are located on part of the former Lenino industrial zone in Biryulyovo Vostochny. A modern multifunctional residential quarter will be built here, including for the purposes of the renovation program. Three kindergartens for 850 children, an indoor skating rink with an area of at least six thousand square meters and other infrastructure facilities will be built next to the new houses. In total, almost 5.2 thousand jobs will be created within the framework of the project. Investments in the implementation are estimated at more than 140.6 billion rubles, and the annual budget effect will be over 2.5 million rubles,” said Vladimir Efimov.

    The work will be carried out in the area of the intersection of Lipetskaya Street and 6th Radialnaya, not far from the territory of the Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve.

    “The inclusion of depressed areas of the Lenino industrial zone in the KRT program will allow them to be transformed and integrated into the overall fabric of the city. The project will also help speed up the renovation program in Biryulyovo Vostochny: 35.17 thousand square meters of housing will be built here for its implementation. This will provide new apartments for about 800 Muscovites. The KRT project also provides for the construction of modern treatment facilities and a traction substation for the Moscow Metro, which is necessary for the power supply of trains of the future Biryulevskaya line, which will pass through this area. The entire territory will be greened, improved, and modern streets and roads will appear on it,” he noted.

    Vladislav Ovchinsky, Minister of the Moscow Government, Head of the Moscow Department of Urban Development Policy.

    According to the KRT program, multifunctional city blocks are being created, where roads, comfortable housing and all the necessary infrastructure are being designed on the site of former industrial zones and inefficiently used areas. Currently, 302 integrated development projects with a total area of about 4.2 thousand hectares are at various stages of development and implementation in the capital. This work is being carried outon behalf of Sergei Sobyanin.

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    June 18, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Capital chemical companies ramp up production

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

    In the first four months of this year, the capital saw a more than 40 percent increase in the production of chemicals and products compared to the same period in 2024. This was reported by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry Maxim Liksutov.

    “Companies in the chemical sector produce critically important products that are widely used in the economy of the entire country. On behalf of Sergei Sobyanin, the city provides comprehensive support to plants, thanks to which the capital is actively developing its own technological competencies and increasing the production of high-quality goods, which helps strengthen the independence of the domestic industry. Thus, in the first four months of 2025, the production of chemical products in Moscow increased by 42.8 percent compared to the same period last year,” said Maxim Liksutov.

    In particular, companies began to produce more paints, varnishes and other coating materials, as well as soaps, detergents, cleaning and polishing agents, perfumes and cosmetics.

    “Today, more than 260 industrial companies are involved in the chemical complex of Moscow – these are high-tech enterprises with high social responsibility, which actively implement the principles of sustainable development and care about the environment. Manufacturers regularly improve the quality of their products, which are in demand not only in the capital, but also in other regions of the country, as well as abroad. This is confirmed by the growing volume of shipments. In January – April 2025, it exceeded 103 billion rubles – 38.2 percent more than last year’s figures,” said the Minister of the Moscow Government, head of the capital’s Department of Investment and Industrial Policy

    Anatoly Garbuzov.

    For example, the scientific and production enterprise “Neftekhimiya” produces polypropylene in Moscow – a key component for the production of medical products, reliable packaging, building materials, tableware, kitchen utensils, children’s toys, as well as fibers, threads, non-woven materials and stationery. Today, the plant’s product line includes about 60 different brands of polymer.

    The medical and cosmetic company “Geltek-Medika” produces gels for medical research, as well as highly effective cosmetics for home care and hardware cosmetology.

    A comfortable investment climate has been created in Moscow to develop production potential. More than 20 comprehensive support measures are available to enterprises. These include preferential investment loans, the opportunity to lease land from the city at a preferential rate when building an enterprise as part of large-scale investment projects, the assignment of special statuses, and other tools.

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    June 18, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Russia: 35 new houses will receive convenient access roads under the renovation program

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

    This year, specialists from the city services complex will build convenient access roads to 35 buildings under the renovation program. This was reported by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Housing and Public Utilities and Improvement Petr Biryukov.

    “Work is planned on local arrangement and expansion of access roads to 35 houses that were built as part of the renovation program. In the east, 10 such roads will appear, in the Southern, South-Eastern and North-Western administrative districts – five each, in the South-West and North – three each, two in the Western and one each in the North-Eastern district and Zelenograd. Work is already underway at 16 sites,” noted Pyotr Biryukov.

    The construction of residential buildings under the renovation program is taking place not only on starting sites in areas of existing development, but also on the site of demolition of previously vacated houses. Yard areas designed more than 60 years ago are often not suitable for the passage of construction and modern fire-fighting equipment. The arrangement of access roads helps to solve this issue, subsequently they are included in the transport system of the districts. All objects have their own configuration, they have different widths of the roadway and sidewalks.

    In total, about 10 kilometers of roads will be built, with a total area of almost 63 thousand square meters, with a roadway width of six meters. The width of the new sidewalks will be on average 1.2 meters, their total length will be about 23 kilometers, the area – about 27 thousand square meters.

    The head of the city economy complex emphasized that an important component of comfort and safety is good lighting. When arranging access roads to the renovation sites, almost 230 lanterns with energy-efficient lamps will be installed. Overhead lines will be transferred to cable ducts.

    The projects include laying out almost 60 thousand square meters of lawn and planting additional trees and shrubs.

    Renovation program approved in August 2017. It concerns about a million Muscovites and provides for the resettlement of 5,176 houses.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Sobyanin announced the inclusion of 50 objects in the Unified Register of Cultural Heritage

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

    The Unified Register of Cultural Heritage Sites in Moscow has been expanded with 50 architectural monuments. This was reported in its telegram channel Sergei Sobyanin reported.

    “We continue to work on preserving the historical memory of our city. 50 objects have been entered into the Unified Register of Cultural Heritage of Moscow. Among them are buildings that are associated with the fates of famous people and significant events,” the Mayor of Moscow wrote.

    Source: Sergei Sobyanin’s Telegram channel @mos_sobyanin 

    The register now contains 3,833 historical buildings and structures. All monuments are under state protection. Their owners and tenants are obliged to ensure the preservation of cultural heritage sites and maintain them in accordance with the approved subject of protection.

    The building of the Hermitage Theatre (Karetny Ryad Street, Building 3, Building 1)

    Among the 50 objects included in the register is the Hermitage Theatre building.

    The history of this building in the Hermitage Garden dates back to December 16, 1894, when the famous Moscow patron and theater figure Yakov Shchukin founded the New Hermitage Theater. In 1897, Savva Mamontov’s private opera performed there. Famous performances were also staged here, one of them being Faust with Fyodor Chaliapin.

    On October 14, 1898, the premiere performance of the Art and Public Theatre of Konstantin Stanislavsky and Vladimir Nemirovich-Danchenko (the future Moscow Art Theatre) took place on the stage of the New Hermitage Theatre — Tsar Fyodor Ioannovich with Ivan Moskvin in the leading role. The premiere of Anton Chekhov’s play Three Sisters also took place in this theatre.

    In 1913, the Free Theatre opened here under the direction of Konstantin Mardzhanov and Alexander Sanin. In the 1920s, director Sergei Eisenstein staged the play “The Mexican”, his first theatrical production, on its stage. Then the Mossovet Theatre settled in the Hermitage.

    In 1978, a young director, Mikhail Levitin, began working here and later became its permanent artistic director. Thanks to him, the theater’s repertoire changed from variety to drama, and the stage hosted performances based on the works of Daniil Kharms for the first time.

    The building retained its architectural appearance, which was formed in the 1950s – then it was reconstructed according to the design of architects Mikhail Posokhin and Ashot Mdoyanets. The main façade was decorated with a double colonnade and crowned with a triangular pediment.

    When included in the register of cultural heritage sites in Moscow, the decorative design of the building’s facades will be included in the subject of protection.

    Apartment building of A.V. Krasnogorova – Blinovs (Starosadsky Lane, Building 10, Building 1)

    Now it is a residential building, standing on the corner of Starosadsky Lane and Zabelina Street. The building was erected in two stages. In the 1880s, merchant Akulina Krasnogorova built a two-story apartment building. In 1900, its new owner, merchant Ivan Blinov, who sold candles and incense, added four floors to the building.

    During World War I, the Moscow branch of the Jewish Committee for Aid to War Victims who had fled from their places of settlement in the western provinces was opened here. During the Soviet era, the apartments of the former apartment building were compacted and converted into communal housing.

    In the 1920s and early 1930s, Osip Mandelstam lived in the first entrance in apartment 3 with his brother Alexander. At that time, the poet created several works, and the hero of one of the poems (“Alexander Gertsevich Lived…”) was his neighbor in the communal apartment, amateur pianist Alexander Bekkerman. Mandelstam was visited here by Anna Akhmatova, Arseny Tarkovsky and Boris Klyuyev.

    Mandelstam’s entrance and its ceremonial decoration with stucco, twisted staircase railings, and Mettlach tiles have survived to this day. This house is the poet’s only surviving address in Moscow. There is now a park in front of the building and a monument to Mandelstam.

    When included in the register of cultural heritage sites of Moscow, the subject of protection will include the design of the building’s facades and the first entrance, the fence with a gate and the gatehouse.

    Decorations of the Sofia Embankment: Which Houses Became Cultural Heritage SitesObjects of the old estate in the Yakimanka district are recognized as architectural monuments

    Kokorevskoe Podvorye (Sofia Embankment, Building 34, Building 1)

    This is a unique architectural complex built by order of the famous entrepreneur and philanthropist Vasily Kokorev. The courtyard became the first business center in Russia, combining a luxury hotel with restaurants, shops and warehouses.

    The construction of the courtyard began in 1860 on the site between Sofiyskaya and Bolotnaya embankments, opposite the Kremlin. The project was developed by the architect Ivan Chernik, and the construction was supervised by Anton Bulgarin. The courtyard included seven buildings, including a hotel with 315 rooms, shops, warehouses, a reading room, and a restaurant.

    The hotel building was equipped with the latest technology of the time: steam elevators, oven heating, telegraph and water supply. Technical innovation was combined with the expressive architecture of the hotel in the Russian style, which echoed the appearance of the Kremlin. One of the most striking details of the hotel was the openwork cast-iron gallery with a balcony on elegant pillars, stretching along the entire main facade of the building, facing the Sofiyskaya Embankment.

    The Kokorevskoe Podvorye became the most modern and fashionable hotel in Moscow of its time. In the summer of 1866, a delegation from the United States Congress was accommodated here, having arrived in Russia on an official mission of sympathy regarding the assassination attempt on Emperor Alexander II. This visit was widely covered in the press and was an important stage in strengthening Russian-American relations after the end of the American Civil War.

    At various times, the hotel was home to artists Ivan Kramskoy and Vasily Polenov, and writer Dmitry Mamin-Sibiryak. In 1867, Leo Tolstoy stayed here. In addition, Pyotr Tchaikovsky visited here many times during his visits to Moscow.

    During the Soviet period, the building was used by various departments, and in the first half of the 20th century, several floors were added to it, which changed its historical appearance.

    In 2015–2017, a large-scale restoration was carried out: the architectural decoration of the building and its main decoration, the cast-iron gallery, were restored. The work performed was highly praised: the building became a laureate of the Moscow Government’s “Moscow Restoration” competition.

    When included in the register of cultural heritage sites of Moscow, the subject of protection will include the architectural design of the facades at the level of the first four floors and the cast-iron gallery with a balcony.

    Apartment building of Princess A.P. Golitsyna (Bolshaya Nikitskaya Street, Building 24/1)

    The building is located at the intersection of Bolshaya Nikitskaya Street and Khlynovsky Tupik. Since the end of the 18th century, Bolshaya Nikitskaya Street has become a place popular with the nobility, as can be judged by the number of noble estates built on it at that time.

    Manor life did not involve any business activity, but in 1836 the owner of the plot was Princess Alexandra Golitsyna, who was one of the first nobles to decide to use her land to generate income. In 1839, a four-story apartment building with retail space on the ground floor was built specifically for this purpose according to the design of the architect Mikhail Bykovsky, the author of a number of large buildings in Moscow, including the Sheremetev House on Vozdvizhenka.

    The building has retained its original configuration and facade design from the first third of the 19th century. During the Soviet era, only the balconies were lost. The design of the fourth floor is interesting: the severity of the rectangular windows is slightly smoothed out by pilasters with molded capitals, and the side windows have an arched finish. The crowning cornice of the large projection on brackets also attracts attention.

    In the 1860s, the Moscow Conservatory was opened on Bolshaya Nikitskaya Street. The proximity of the apartment building to the music school explains why Pyotr Tchaikovsky lived here in 1877, working on the opera Eugene Onegin at the time. This house became the composer’s last refuge in his homeland.

    Another creative name is associated with the A.P. Golitsyna apartment building. In the 1880s, the building housed the studio of fashionable dressmaker Olga Suvorova, who ran a school of cutting and sewing. The future famous couturier Nadezhda Lamanova studied there. Here she also opened a small tailoring establishment — her first work address.

    When the apartment building of Princess A.P. Golitsyna is included in the register of cultural heritage sites of Moscow, the design of the street facades, the vaults in the basement and the cast-iron staircase will be included in the subject of monument protection.

    House of the architect S.M. Goncharov (Trekhprudny Lane, Building 2a)

    The building on the corner of Trekhprudny and Bolshoy Palashevsky Lanes is the mansion of the famous Moscow Art Nouveau architect Sergei Goncharov, which he built on his family plot in 1885.

    Situated near Patriarch’s Ponds, the house stands out for its original design of the main façade, which combines features of two architectural styles – eclecticism and Art Nouveau. The classical portico above the main entrance and rusticated platbands are adjacent to square semi-columns of window openings on the upper floors, interpreted in the spirit of the new era.

    The owners of the house, the Goncharovs, moved to Moscow in 1891 from their estate in the Tula province. Sergei Goncharov’s genealogy is interesting: he was related to Natalia Pushkina – his great-grandfather was her father.

    However, the house is famous not only for Sergei Goncharov and his ancestors. It became the studio of two famous avant-garde artists at once – Natalia Goncharova (the architect’s daughter) and her husband Mikhail Larionov, as well as a kind of center of cultural life, where the entrepreneur and philanthropist Sergei Diaghilev, artists Aristarkh Lentulov, Ilya Mashkov, Pyotr Konchalovsky and others visited.

    The house on Trekhprudny Lane remained a studio until 1915. Avant-garde artists created many famous works, including the paintings “Resting Soldier”, “Spring. From the “Seasons” Cycle”, “Still Life with Pineapple”, and “Emptiness” kept in the Tretyakov Gallery.

    After the return of the wounded Mikhail Larionov from the fronts of the First World War, the family left for Paris forever at the invitation of Sergei Diaghilev to work on the Russian Seasons.

    When the house of the architect S.M. Goncharov is included in the register of cultural heritage sites of Moscow, the design of the street façade will be included in the subject of monument protection.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Job fairs to be held on June 20

    Source: Hong Kong Information Services

    The Labour Department will hold two job fairs, where job seekers can submit applications and may be selected for on-the-spot interviews, this Friday.

    The Creating New Opportunities Job Fair, to be held at the Sau Mau Ping Community Hall in Kwun Tong will offer 700 job vacancies, including more than 500 in the catering, real estate and retail industries.

    Around 15 organisations are hiring for a wide variety of positions including branch manager, concierge officer, property officer, guest services agent, sales coordinator, artisan, taxi driver, cleaner, chef, security guard, baker, airport cargo cleaner, shop assistant, and technician.

    Around 92% of the vacancies are full-time jobs. Most vacancies offer monthly salaries ranging from $12,000 to $22,000. About 97% of the roles require a Secondary 7 education level or below, and around 72% are open to job seekers without relevant work experience.

    The other job fair due to be held on the same day is the Youth Recruitment Day at Southorn Stadium, Wan Chai. It targets young people aged 15 to 29 with educational attainment at sub-degree level or below.

    A total of 27 organisations from various industries, including transport, airline services, public services, retail, catering and property management, will participate.

    The vacancies cover a wide variety of positions that do not require relevant work experience, including supervisor trainee, aircraft maintenance mechanic trainee, barista, cargo services officer, technical trainee, engineering technician and sales associate. 

    The event also features career talks on the prospects and characteristics of different industries. Artist Cheung Tin-fu and billiards player Ng On-yee have been invited to share their own career development stories.

    Priority admission will be given to eligible candidates under the Youth Employment & Training Programme.

    Various service providers will assist young people on site in selecting and enrolling in suitable training courses and provide career guidance and advice on resume preparation.

    Both events will be held from 11am to 5.30pm and admission is free.

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  • MIL-OSI: Inside information: Morten Thorsrud to succeed Torbjörn Magnusson as CEO of Sampo Group

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Sampo plc, inside information, 18 June 2025 at 9:20 am EEST

    Inside information: Morten Thorsrud to succeed Torbjörn Magnusson as CEO of Sampo Group

    Torbjörn Magnusson, the CEO of Sampo Group, has informed the Sampo Board of his intention to retire from his role. Morten Thorsrud, the CEO of Sampo’s largest operating entity, If P&C, has today been appointed as his successor. The change in Group CEO will become effective on 1 October 2025, after which Magnusson will stay within the group as a Senior Advisor until 31 December 2025.

    “I want to thank Torbjörn for his extraordinary contribution to the success of Sampo, both in leading the recent strategic transformation as Group CEO and in laying the foundations of our outstanding success in the Nordic P&C insurance market. He leaves the group in excellent condition and with a compelling set of opportunities.

    The appointment of If’s CEO Morten Thorsrud as Group CEO represents continuity and reflects our commitment to operational excellence. Morten, who has been within the group for 23 years, has taken If’s performance to new heights as CEO. I am delighted to have been able to appoint Torbjörn’s successor from a strong set of high-quality internal candidates”, says Antti Mäkinen, Chair of the Board of Sampo plc.

    “With the strategic transformation of Sampo complete and the business in excellent shape, I have come to the conclusion that it is time for me to hand over to the next generation of leadership. Together with my colleagues, we have achieved more than I could have ever imagined when I joined the group in 1999. Morten has played a crucial role in the success of If P&C and I am confident he will excel as Group CEO of Sampo”, says Torbjörn Magnusson, CEO of Sampo Group.

    “I am honored to be given the opportunity to lead Sampo. As CEO of If, I have continued our efforts on being the most caring and customer centric P&C insurer and on delivering operational excellence through extensive investments in our digital capabilities. I intend to bring the same energy to my work as CEO of Sampo Group”, says Morten Thorsrud, Appointed CEO of Sampo Group and CEO of If P&C

    Further information about remuneration related matters can be found on www.sampo.com.

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    Curriculum Vitae of Morten Thorsrud

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    Appendix: Curriculum Vitae

    Morten Thorsrud
    Born 1971

    Education

    Norwegian School of Management
    – Master of Business and Economics 1996

    Career

    If P&C Insurance Holding Ltd
    – President and CEO 2019-

    Sampo plc
    – Member of the Sampo Group Executive Committee 2006-

    If P&C Insurance Ltd (publ)
    – Group Executive Vice President, Head of BA Private 2013-2019
    – Head of BA Industrial 2005-2013
    – Head of Industrial Underwriting and Claims 2004-2005
    – Head of Corporate Strategy 2002-2004

    McKinsey & Company, Inc. Norway/Europe
    – Associate Partner 2001-2002
    – Engagement Manager 1999-2001
    – Associate 1997-1999
    – Junior Associate 1996-1997

    Positions of trust

    Topdanmark
    – Topdanmark Forsikring A/S: Deputy Chairman 2024–
    – Topdanmark A/S: Board Member 2019-

    Hastings Group
    – Board Member 2020-

    Euronext
    – Member of the Supervisory Board 2019-

    Finance Norway (Finans Norge)
    – Member of the Executive Committee, 2019-
    – Other roles, 2013-2019

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  • MIL-Evening Report: Iran’s long history of revolution, defiance and outside interference – and why its future so uncertain

    Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Amin Saikal, Emeritus Professor of Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies, Australian National University; and Vice Chancellor’s Strategic Fellow, Victoria University

    Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has gone beyond his initial aim of destroying Iran’s ability to produce nuclear weapons. He has called on the Iranian people to rise up against their dictatorial Islamic regime and ostensibly transform Iran along the lines of Israeli interests.

    United States President Donald Trump is now weighing possible military action in support of Netanyahu’s goal and asked for Iran’s total surrender.

    If the US does get involved, it wouldn’t be the first time it’s tried to instigate regime change by military means in the Middle East. The US invaded Iraq in 2003 and backed a NATO operation in Libya in 2011, toppling the regimes of Saddam Hussein and Muammar Gaddafi, respectively.

    In both cases, the interventions backfired, causing long-term instability in both countries and in the broader region.

    Could the same thing happen in Iran if the regime is overthrown?

    As I describe in my book, Iran Rising: The Survival and Future of the Islamic Republic, Iran is a pluralist society with a complex history of rival groups trying to assert their authority. A democratic transition would be difficult to achieve.

    The overthrow of the shah

    The Iranian Islamic regime assumed power in the wake of the pro-democracy popular uprising of 1978–79, which toppled Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi’s pro-Western monarchy.

    Until this moment, Iran had a long history of monarchical rule dating back 2,500 years. Mohammad Reza, the last shah, was the head of the Pahlavi dynasty, which came to power in 1925.

    In 1953, the shah was forced into exile under the radical nationalist and reformist impulse of the democratically elected Prime Minister Mohammad Mosaddegh. He was shortly returned to his throne through a CIA-orchestrated coup.

    Despite all his nationalist, pro-Western, modernising efforts, the shah could not shake off the indignity of having been re-throned with the help of a foreign power.

    The revolution against him 25 years later was spearheaded by pro-democracy elements. But it was made up of many groups, including liberalists, communists and Islamists, with no uniting leader.

    The Shia clerical group (ruhaniyat), led by the Shah’s religious and political opponent, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, proved to be best organised and capable of providing leadership to the revolution. Khomeini had been in exile from the early 1960s (at first in Iraq and later in France), yet he and his followers held considerable sway over the population, especially in traditional rural areas.

    When US President Jimmy Carter’s administration found it could no longer support the shah, he left the country and went into exile in January 1979. This enabled Khomeini to return to Iran to a tumultuous welcome.

    Birth of the Islamic Republic

    In the wake of the uprising, Khomeini and his supporters, including the current supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, abolished the monarchy and transformed Iran to a cleric-dominated Islamic Republic, with anti-US and anti-Israel postures. He ruled the country according to his unique vision of Islam.

    Khomeini denounced the US as a “Great Satan” and Israel as an illegal usurper of the Palestinian lands – Jerusalem, in particular. He also declared a foreign policy of “neither east, nor west” but pro-Islamic, and called for the spread of the Iranian revolution in the region.

    Khomeini not only changed Iran, but also challenged the US as the dominant force in shaping the regional order. And the US lost one of the most important pillars of its influence in the oil-rich and strategically important Persian Gulf region.

    Fear of hostile American or Israeli (or combined) actions against the Islamic Republic became the focus of Iran’s domestic and foreign policy behaviour.

    A new supreme leader takes power

    Khomeini died in 1989. His successor, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has ruled Iran largely in the same jihadi (combative) and ijtihadi (pragmatic) ways, steering the country through many domestic and foreign policy challenges.

    Khamenei fortified the regime with an emphasis on self-sufficiency, a stronger defence capability and a tilt towards the east – Russia and China – to counter the US and its allies. He has stood firm in opposition to the US and its allies – Israel, in particular. And he has shown flexibility when necessary to ensure the survival and continuity of the regime.

    Khamenei wields enormous constitutional power and spiritual authority.

    He has presided over the building of many rule-enforcing instruments of state power, including the expansion of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and its paramilitary wing, the Basij, revolutionary committees, and Shia religious networks.

    The Shia concept of martyrdom and loyalty to Iran as a continuous sovereign country for centuries goes to the heart of his actions, as well as his followers.

    Khamenei and his rule enforcers, along with an elected president and National Assembly, are fully cognisant that if the regime goes down, they will face the same fate. As such, they cannot be expected to hoist the white flag and surrender to Israel and the US easily.

    However, in the event of the regime falling under the weight of a combined internal uprising and external pressure, it raises the question: what is the alternative?

    The return of the shah?

    Many Iranians are discontented with the regime, but there is no organised opposition under a nationally unifying leader.

    The son of the former shah, the crown prince Reza Pahlavi, has been gaining some popularity. He has been speaking out on X in the last few days, telling his fellow Iranians:

    The end of the Islamic Republic is the end of its 46-year war against the Iranian nation. The regime’s apparatus of repression is falling apart. All it takes now is a nationwide uprising to put an end to this nightmare once and for all.

    Since the deposition of his father, he has lived in exile in the US. As such, he has been tainted by his close association with Washington and Jerusalem, especially Netanyahu.

    If he were to return to power – likely through the assistance of the US – he would face the same problem of political legitimacy as his father did.

    What does the future hold?

    Iran has never had a long tradition of democracy. It experienced brief instances of liberalism in the first half of the 20th century, but every attempt at making it durable resulted in disarray and a return to authoritarian rule.

    Also, the country has rarely been free of outside interventionism, given its vast hydrocarbon riches and strategic location. It’s also been prone to internal fragmentation, given its ethnic and religious mix.

    The Shia Persians make up more than half of the population, but the country has a number of Sunni ethnic minorities, such as Kurds, Azaris, Balochis and Arabs. They have all had separatist tendencies.

    Iran has historically been held together by centralisation rather than diffusion of power.

    Should the Islamic regime disintegrate in one form or another, it would be an mistake to expect a smooth transfer of power or transition to democratisation within a unified national framework.

    At the same time, the Iranian people are highly cultured and creative, with a very rich and proud history of achievements and civilisation.

    They are perfectly capable of charting their own destiny as long as there aren’t self-seeking foreign hands in the process – something they have rarely experienced.

    Amin Saikal 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. Iran’s long history of revolution, defiance and outside interference – and why its future so uncertain – https://theconversation.com/irans-long-history-of-revolution-defiance-and-outside-interference-and-why-its-future-so-uncertain-259270

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    June 18, 2025

  • MIL-OSI USA: Reps. Cleaver, Harshbarger Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Paramedicine Services Nationwide

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Emanuel Cleaver II (5th District Missouri)

    (Washington, D.C.) – U.S. Representatives Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) and Diana Harshbarger (R-TN) have introduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen and expand paramedicine services in rural communities across the country. The Community Paramedicine Act of 2025 (CPA) would expand the scope of rural health grants to include mobile integrated health and community paramedicine grantees, enabling Americans in rural communities to receive centralized, mobile, and preventative care through local paramedics, an increasingly popular initiative in healthcare known as Community Paramedicine.

    “Across Missouri, rural communities are struggling to access quality healthcare that is both affordable and convenient, with far too many Missourians having to travel long distances to get the care they need, which can often be as costly as it is frustrating for families,” said Congressman Cleaver. “This challenge requires innovative solutions that help bring physicians directly to the people—and that’s precisely what community paramedicine seeks to do. I’m proud to introduce the Community Paramedicine Act with Congresswoman Harshbarger to expand this popular and growing practice to more communities, so Missouri families can get the care they deserve at lower costs and right at their door.”

    “Mobile Integrated Healthcare-Community Paramedicine is a smart, innovative solution that delivers the right care at the right time — especially for patients with chronic conditions or in rural and underserved areas,” said Rep. Harshbarger. “As co-chair of the Congressional Bipartisan Rural Health Caucus, I’m proud to help introduce this budget-neutral bill, which will empower our emergency medical services professionals and firefighters to build these community programs for reducing unnecessary emergency room visits, improving health outcomes, and potentially saving billions in healthcare costs.”

    “Early medical intervention can save the health care system billions by addressing time-critical issues and preventing costly emergency care and hospitalizations,” said Chief Chris Way, President of the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians. “Mobile Integrated Healthcare-Community Paramedicine (MIH-CP) is an innovative way for EMTs and Paramedics to provide patient-centered mobile care outside the hospital to lower health care costs and improve patient outcomes. MIH-CP helps to address the gaps in patient care and prevent acute exacerbations of illness, instead of waiting to provide medical care until patients need 911 response. NAEMT applauds Representative Diana Harshberger (R-TN) and Representative Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO) for introducing the Community Paramedicine Act, which would provide funding opportunities for EMS agencies across the nation to provide evidence-based, cost-saving, and innovative ways for EMTs and Paramedics to provide patient-centered care outside of the hospital and improve patients’ health status, in collaboration with other health care professionals and providers. We ask Congress to pass this bill and help create, maintain, and sustain MIH-CP programs across our country.”

    For some patients – including those who are uninsured, underinsured, homebound, medically fragile, or live in rural areas – their access to care relies primarily on 9-1-1, EMTs, and the hospital emergency room. Over 57 million Americans must travel a lengthy distance to reach their nearest physician, with rural Americans experiencing the most travel time, as only 11% of physicians work in rural settings. With a demand for physician services that outpaces available appointments, many residents are currently left medically underserved. 

    Community Paramedicine combats this by improving care accessibility for underserved communities and bringing health care to Americans’ doorsteps. Community Paramedicine programs can provide check-ups, health education, preventative care, and transportation. These services improve patient access to diagnostic testing, specialized service referrals, and transportation to medical appointments. 

    Moreover, studies have shown that Community Paramedicine programs can save thousands of dollars per year per patient by helping people lead healthier lives and decreasing healthcare emergencies. For example, Community Paramedicine visits can help a person living with heart failure, asthma, COPD, or diabetes avoid acute emergencies. A study in eastern Massachusetts showed that their Community Paramedicine model saved over $1,900 per case and nearly $6 million in a year.

    The Community Paramedicine Act of 2025 would expand the scope of rural health grants authorized under Sec. 330A of the Public Health Services Act to include mobile integrated health and community paramedicine grantees. As of now, Rural Health Care Services Outreach Grants, Rural Health Network Development Grants, and Small Health Care Provider Quality Improvement Grants share the authorization under Sec. 330A. None of these, however, address community paramedicine. The Community Paramedicine Act of 2025 would add a fourth grant program to the existing authorization. The legislation budget neutral and does not authorize any new spending.

    The Community Paramedicine Act of 2025 is endorsed by the American Ambulance Association (AAA), National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT), International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF), International Association of Fire Chiefs, National Rural Health Association, Mid-America Regional Council Emergency Rescue (MERCER), Missouri Ambulance Association, Missouri Emergency Medical Services Association, Kansas Emergency Medical Services Association, Tennessee Association of EMS Providers.

    Official text of the Community Paramedicine Act of 2025 is available here.

    Emanuel Cleaver, II is the U.S. Representative for Missouri’s Fifth Congressional District, which includes Kansas City, Independence, Lee’s Summit, Raytown, Grandview, Sugar Creek, Greenwood, Blue Springs, North Kansas City, Gladstone, and Claycomo. He is a member of the exclusive House Financial Services Committee and Ranking Member of the House Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance.

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    June 18, 2025

  • MIL-OSI China: China’s consumer spending growth among world’s highest: FT

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

    China’s private consumption has grown faster than that in any other major economy in the 21st century, according to a recent column in the Financial Times.

    In real terms, private consumer spending in China has grown more than 8 percent annually this century, faster than in any other major economy, the paper said.

    The myth that Chinese consumption is weak is largely based on its relatively low share of GDP — about 40 percent, noted columnist Ruchir Sharma, also chair of Rockefeller International. However, this ratio is influenced by the exceptionally high rate of capital investment in the economy, he said.

    “The reason for this anomaly is not that consumption has grown slowly,” he explained, “it is that the other big component of GDP, investment — in infrastructure, real estate, export industries — has grown even faster, averaging 10 percent a year in this century.”

    When adjusted for these factors, Sharma argued, the share of consumption in China’s GDP would be closer to 55 percent, a level more consistent with international norms.

    He also noted that China’s consumer spending has outpaced that of both established and emerging Asian manufacturing powers, from Japan and South Korea to Indonesia and Malaysia.

    “When the original miracle economies were reaching the level of development in China today, they too saw sharp slowdowns in consumer spending growth,” said Sharma.

    Recent signs of deceleration in consumption, Sharma argued, are concentrated in specific sectors and should not be overinterpreted.

    “Drill down into consumer spending, and growth looks to be weakening mainly for services, not goods,” he wrote. “But this, too, is partly illusory. If one factors in services provided by China’s government at little or no charge, including healthcare and education, consumption rises significantly as a share of GDP.”

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    June 18, 2025

  • MIL-OSI: CEA-Leti and Soitec Announce Strategic Partnership to Leverage FD-SOI for Enhanced Security of Integrated Circuits

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    CEA-Leti and Soitec Announce Strategic Partnership to Leverage FD-SOI for Enhanced Security of Integrated Circuits

    Focus Is on Protecting Critical Markets Such as
    Automotive, Industrial IoT, and Secure Infrastructure

    GRENOBLE, France – June 18, 2025 – CEA-Leti and Soitec today announced a strategic partnership to enhance the cybersecurity of integrated circuits (ICs) through the innovative use of fully depleted silicon-on-insulator (FD-SOI) technologies. This collaboration aims to position FD-SOI as a foundational platform for secure electronics by leveraging and extending its inherent resistance to physical attacks.
    At the heart of the initiative is a joint effort to experimentally validate and augment the security benefits of FD-SOI—from the substrate level up to circuit design. The project aims to deliver concrete data, practical demonstrations, and roadmap guidance to meet the surging cybersecurity demands in critical markets such as automotive, industrial IoT, and secure infrastructure.
    Combining Expertise to Secure the Future of Electronics
    The partnership, which will utilize GlobalFoundries’ advanced chip manufacturing capabilities, will address a growing need for trusted components in embedded and cyber-physical systems—systems that must deliver security services and withstand both software- and hardware-level attacks. With FD-SOI’s proven advantages against laser fault injection (LFI) attacks due to its thin-film architecture and channel isolation, the technology presents a compelling foundation for next-generation secure IC design.
    Key goals of the partnership include:

    • Highlighting FD-SOI’s existing strengths in cybersecurity.
    • Co-developing innovations across the substrate-design stack to boost physical robustness and meet security requirements in automotive and other embedded systems.
    • Demonstrating empirical security data to reinforce FD-SOI’s credibility in certification contexts such as SESIP and Common Criteria.

    Context: Rising Threats, Rising Demand
    “In an era marked by increasing attacks on connected systems and autonomous vehicles, the need for embedded hardware capable of resisting physical tampering has never been greater,” said CEA-Leti CTO Jean-René Lequepeys. “FD-SOI’s unique combination of performance, energy efficiency, and attack resistance offers an ideal answer for industries that demand both trust and efficiency. This project will leverage research results from the FAMES Pilot Line.”
    FD-SOI’s critical benefits include:

    • Physical attack resistance, enabled by electrical isolation between the channel and substrate.
    • Power-performance optimization, vital for battery-constrained applications like automotive ECUs and industrial sensors.
    • Security design enablement, allowing tailored countermeasures such as fault detection and isolation of sensitive circuit domains.

    Long-Term Vision: Toward a New Cyber-Substrate
    While the initial phase focuses on leveraging existing FD-SOI capabilities, the project sets the stage for long-term innovation. The envisioned next-generation cyber-substrate would expand upon FD-SOI’s strengths by incorporating:

    • Enhanced protection against backside and invasive physical attacks.
    • Embedded anti-tamper features and physical unclonable functions (PUFs) for hardware fingerprinting.
    • Dynamic response mechanisms to detect and counter emerging threats.

    This future-oriented work will address both cyber and supply-chain vulnerabilities—making FD-SOI not only more secure, but also more indispensable.
    Soitec’s Senior Executive Vice President in charge of Innovation and Chief Technology Officer Christophe Maleville said: “This partnership with CEA-Leti reflects our strategic ambition to position FD-SOI as a reference platform for secure and energy-efficient electronics. By combining our substrate innovation capabilities with CEA-Leti’s research excellence, we aim to demonstrate the full potential of FD-SOI in addressing today’s most pressing security challenges. Together, we are paving the way for a new generation of trusted technologies that are essential to the future of connected systems.”
    About CEA-Leti (France)
    CEA-Leti, a technology research institute at CEA, is a global leader in miniaturization technologies enabling smart, energy-efficient and secure solutions for industry. Founded in 1967, CEA-Leti pioneers micro-& nanotechnologies, tailoring differentiating applicative solutions for global companies, SMEs and startups. CEA-Leti tackles critical challenges in healthcare, energy and digital migration. From sensors to data processing and computing solutions, CEA-Leti’s multidisciplinary teams deliver solid expertise, leveraging world-class pre-industrialization facilities. With a staff of more than 2,000 talents, a portfolio of 3,200 patents, 11,000 sq. meters of cleanroom space and a clear IP policy, the institute is based in Grenoble, France, and has offices in Silicon Valley, Brussels and Tokyo. CEA-Leti has launched 76 startups and is a member of the Carnot Institutes network. Follow us on www.leti-cea.com and @CEA_Leti.

    Technological expertise
    CEA has a key role in transferring scientific knowledge and innovation from research to industry. This high-level technological research is carried out in particular in electronic and integrated systems, from microscale to nanoscale. It has a wide range of industrial applications in the fields of transport, health, safety and telecommunications, contributing to the creation of high-quality and competitive products.

    For more information: www.cea.fr/english 

    About Soitec
    Soitec (Euronext – Tech Leaders), a world leader in innovative semiconductor materials, has been developing cutting-edge products delivering both technological performance and energy efficiency for over 30 years. From its global headquarters in France, Soitec is expanding internationally with its unique solutions, and generated sales of 0.9 billion Euros in fiscal year 2024-2025. Soitec occupies a key position in the semiconductor value chain, serving three main strategic markets: Mobile Communications, Automotive and Industrial, and Edge and Cloud AI. The company relies on the talent and diversity of more than 2,200 employees, representing 50 different nationalities, working at its sites in Europe, the United States and Asia. Nearly 4,300 patents have been registered by Soitec.
    Soitec, SmartSiC™ and Smart Cut™ are registered trademarks of Soitec.
    For more information: https://www.soitec.com/en/ and follow us on LinkedIn and X: @Soitec_Official
    Soitec, SmartSiC™ and Smart Cut™ are registered trademarks of Soitec.
    For more information: https://www.soitec.com/en/ and follow us on LinkedIn and X: @Soitec_Official

    Press Contact                                                                                

    CEA-Leti
    Sarah-Lyle Dampoux
    sldampoux@mahoneylyle.com
    +33 6 74 93 23 47

    Soitec
    Relations Media : media@soitec.com
    Relations Investisseurs : investors@soitec.com

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  • MIL-OSI: CEA-Leti and Soitec Announce Strategic Partnership to Leverage FD-SOI for Enhanced Security of Integrated Circuits

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    CEA-Leti and Soitec Announce Strategic Partnership to Leverage FD-SOI for Enhanced Security of Integrated Circuits

    Focus Is on Protecting Critical Markets Such as
    Automotive, Industrial IoT, and Secure Infrastructure

    GRENOBLE, France – June 18, 2025 – CEA-Leti and Soitec today announced a strategic partnership to enhance the cybersecurity of integrated circuits (ICs) through the innovative use of fully depleted silicon-on-insulator (FD-SOI) technologies. This collaboration aims to position FD-SOI as a foundational platform for secure electronics by leveraging and extending its inherent resistance to physical attacks.
    At the heart of the initiative is a joint effort to experimentally validate and augment the security benefits of FD-SOI—from the substrate level up to circuit design. The project aims to deliver concrete data, practical demonstrations, and roadmap guidance to meet the surging cybersecurity demands in critical markets such as automotive, industrial IoT, and secure infrastructure.
    Combining Expertise to Secure the Future of Electronics
    The partnership, which will utilize GlobalFoundries’ advanced chip manufacturing capabilities, will address a growing need for trusted components in embedded and cyber-physical systems—systems that must deliver security services and withstand both software- and hardware-level attacks. With FD-SOI’s proven advantages against laser fault injection (LFI) attacks due to its thin-film architecture and channel isolation, the technology presents a compelling foundation for next-generation secure IC design.
    Key goals of the partnership include:

    • Highlighting FD-SOI’s existing strengths in cybersecurity.
    • Co-developing innovations across the substrate-design stack to boost physical robustness and meet security requirements in automotive and other embedded systems.
    • Demonstrating empirical security data to reinforce FD-SOI’s credibility in certification contexts such as SESIP and Common Criteria.

    Context: Rising Threats, Rising Demand
    “In an era marked by increasing attacks on connected systems and autonomous vehicles, the need for embedded hardware capable of resisting physical tampering has never been greater,” said CEA-Leti CTO Jean-René Lequepeys. “FD-SOI’s unique combination of performance, energy efficiency, and attack resistance offers an ideal answer for industries that demand both trust and efficiency. This project will leverage research results from the FAMES Pilot Line.”
    FD-SOI’s critical benefits include:

    • Physical attack resistance, enabled by electrical isolation between the channel and substrate.
    • Power-performance optimization, vital for battery-constrained applications like automotive ECUs and industrial sensors.
    • Security design enablement, allowing tailored countermeasures such as fault detection and isolation of sensitive circuit domains.

    Long-Term Vision: Toward a New Cyber-Substrate
    While the initial phase focuses on leveraging existing FD-SOI capabilities, the project sets the stage for long-term innovation. The envisioned next-generation cyber-substrate would expand upon FD-SOI’s strengths by incorporating:

    • Enhanced protection against backside and invasive physical attacks.
    • Embedded anti-tamper features and physical unclonable functions (PUFs) for hardware fingerprinting.
    • Dynamic response mechanisms to detect and counter emerging threats.

    This future-oriented work will address both cyber and supply-chain vulnerabilities—making FD-SOI not only more secure, but also more indispensable.
    Soitec’s Senior Executive Vice President in charge of Innovation and Chief Technology Officer Christophe Maleville said: “This partnership with CEA-Leti reflects our strategic ambition to position FD-SOI as a reference platform for secure and energy-efficient electronics. By combining our substrate innovation capabilities with CEA-Leti’s research excellence, we aim to demonstrate the full potential of FD-SOI in addressing today’s most pressing security challenges. Together, we are paving the way for a new generation of trusted technologies that are essential to the future of connected systems.”
    About CEA-Leti (France)
    CEA-Leti, a technology research institute at CEA, is a global leader in miniaturization technologies enabling smart, energy-efficient and secure solutions for industry. Founded in 1967, CEA-Leti pioneers micro-& nanotechnologies, tailoring differentiating applicative solutions for global companies, SMEs and startups. CEA-Leti tackles critical challenges in healthcare, energy and digital migration. From sensors to data processing and computing solutions, CEA-Leti’s multidisciplinary teams deliver solid expertise, leveraging world-class pre-industrialization facilities. With a staff of more than 2,000 talents, a portfolio of 3,200 patents, 11,000 sq. meters of cleanroom space and a clear IP policy, the institute is based in Grenoble, France, and has offices in Silicon Valley, Brussels and Tokyo. CEA-Leti has launched 76 startups and is a member of the Carnot Institutes network. Follow us on www.leti-cea.com and @CEA_Leti.

    Technological expertise
    CEA has a key role in transferring scientific knowledge and innovation from research to industry. This high-level technological research is carried out in particular in electronic and integrated systems, from microscale to nanoscale. It has a wide range of industrial applications in the fields of transport, health, safety and telecommunications, contributing to the creation of high-quality and competitive products.

    For more information: www.cea.fr/english 

    About Soitec
    Soitec (Euronext – Tech Leaders), a world leader in innovative semiconductor materials, has been developing cutting-edge products delivering both technological performance and energy efficiency for over 30 years. From its global headquarters in France, Soitec is expanding internationally with its unique solutions, and generated sales of 0.9 billion Euros in fiscal year 2024-2025. Soitec occupies a key position in the semiconductor value chain, serving three main strategic markets: Mobile Communications, Automotive and Industrial, and Edge and Cloud AI. The company relies on the talent and diversity of more than 2,200 employees, representing 50 different nationalities, working at its sites in Europe, the United States and Asia. Nearly 4,300 patents have been registered by Soitec.
    Soitec, SmartSiC™ and Smart Cut™ are registered trademarks of Soitec.
    For more information: https://www.soitec.com/en/ and follow us on LinkedIn and X: @Soitec_Official
    Soitec, SmartSiC™ and Smart Cut™ are registered trademarks of Soitec.
    For more information: https://www.soitec.com/en/ and follow us on LinkedIn and X: @Soitec_Official

    Press Contact                                                                                

    CEA-Leti
    Sarah-Lyle Dampoux
    sldampoux@mahoneylyle.com
    +33 6 74 93 23 47

    Soitec
    Relations Media : media@soitec.com
    Relations Investisseurs : investors@soitec.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Novian’s consolidated revenue increased 2.4% in 2024 to EUR 38.9 million

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    The Novian IT group’s consolidated revenue in 2024 amounted to EUR 38.9 million and grew 2.4% compared to 2023. The group’s EBITDA for the 12-month period was EUR 2.57 million and was 2.1 times the previous year’s figure. The operating profit for last year was EUR 1.5 million, or 14.3 times the amount in 2023.

    Novian last year earned most of its revenue – 59% – from activities related to IT solutions, with another 24% coming from software development and 17% from IT services. Its companies conducted operations in 37 countries, earning 77% of their revenue in Lithuania, 12% elsewhere in Europe, and 11% in other countries of the world.

    “We are pleased with last year’s results, which again show that the success of an IT business depends not just on experience and the application of relevant innovations but also work together with clients to create innovations. I am grateful to the team, which has contributed to this,” says Tomas Vitkus, the CEO of the Novian group.

    He says that, looking forward, the priority areas for Novian’s work include not only projects for national institutions and businesses, but also defence projects, artificial intelligence and high-performance computing solutions to address the challenges of climate change, and potential applications of quantum technologies.

    “In the context of the digital era, with Lithuania and Europe actively considering ways to strengthen their defences, advanced technological and programming solutions that leverage artificial intelligence and other innovations should be among the top priorities for the country and the region. We are confident that Novian’s experience and know-how can be useful, and we are ready to contribute to projects in this area,” Vitkus says.

    In the area of software services, the past year stood out not only for the creation of modern national-level information systems, but also for advanced defence, aviation and space projects carried out together with European partners.

    Novian has undertaken a wide range of defence projects since as far back as 2004. In 2024 alone, Novian took part in a total of seven defence projects funded by the European Commission. This year it is continuing four such projects: PEONEER (implementing Activity Based Intelligence to complement geo-spatial activities), SESIOP (enhancing the interoperability of military Air C2 systems and integrating Single European Sky rules), FIRES 2 (developing next generation ammunition), and ODINS’ EYE 2 (developing a European space-based missile early warning system).

    Another project currently underway is HIPSTER, which is developing an innovative software solution for effectively identifying, analysing and resolving hybrid threats. Using advanced OSINT, SocMINT, NLP, and AI technologies, HIPSTER will automatically detect threats and deploy countermeasures to prevent potential damage. The project is linked to EU initiatives.

    “In the area of IT solutions and services, last year stood out for new public sector cloud computing architecture and procurement consulting projects in African countries. We also expanded our business client portfolio by offering IT infrastructure services and introduced high-performance computing solutions for weather forecasting and climate change modelling,” notes Gytis Umantas, the CEO of Novian Technologies. He says the company has played an active role too in creating a quantum technology ecosystem in Lithuania. Early this year, guidelines for the development of quantum technologies in Lithuania were presented, setting out the priorities and opportunities in that field.

    Also noteworthy with regard to innovations is Novian’s membership of a consortium for implementing the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) International Science and Technology Initiatives Programme (MISTI) in Lithuania. The consortium signed a cooperation agreement with MIT in early 2025. In the course of this project, Novian aims to expand the uses of AI-related innovations, to create technologies for increasing public safety and resilience and for using high-performance computing to combat climate change, and to develop quantum technologies.

    According to an independent valuation carried out by the financial consultancy Deloitte Verslo Konsultacijos, the fair value of the Novian group at the end of 2024 was almost EUR 22 million and was 11.7% higher than at the end of 2023. This figure reflects not only the financial performance of the group’s companies, but also the estimated one-off impact that could arise if there is an adverse court decision regarding the contract for a project undertaken by the group company Novian Systems to provide modernisation services for the Central Public Procurement Information System.

    The Novian group consists of Novian Technologies, Novian Systems and Novian Pro in Lithuania, Novian Eesti of Estonia, Andmevara of Moldova, Zissor of Norway, and Novian Rwanda of Rwanda. The Novian group’s results for 2024 are based on the audited results of Novian Technologies, Novian Systems, Novian Pro, and Zissor, and the unaudited results of the group’s other companies. The Novian group is owned by INVL Technology, a company that invests in IT businesses.

    The person authorized to provide additional information:
    Kazimieras Tonkūnas
    INVL Technology Managing Partner
    E-mail k.tonkunas@invltechnology.lt

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  • MIL-OSI: Ascom Myco 4 becomes the world’s first 5G phone certified for Mission-Critical Services

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Baar, Switzerland, June 18, 2025

    Ascom, a global leader in mission-critical communication and collaboration solutions across the healthcare and enterprise industries, announces that the Ascom Myco 4 has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the world’s first GCF MCS-certified 5G phone. This certification underscores Ascom’s dedication to innovation and excellence in mobile workflow solutions.

    The GCF MCS certification, a new component of the Global Certification Forum’s (GCF) program, sets an industry benchmark for robust and reliable solutions for Mission Critical Services (MCS) over 5G networks. This certification guarantees that the Ascom Myco 4 meets the highest standards of reliability, security, and performance, making it an ideal choice for critical communication in all mission-critical environments. With this accomplishment, Ascom is enhancing its offerings by providing robust and reliable communication solutions for emergency responders.

    “We are pleased to achieve this significant milestone as the world’s first GCF MCS-certified 5G phone provider,” stated Nicolas Vanden Abeele, CEO of Ascom. “This certification enhances our product credibility and reinforces our commitment to supporting professionals in the mission-critical healthcare and enterprise sectors with reliable and innovative solutions.”

    For more information about the Ascom Myco 4, please visit www.ascom.com/products-and-services/mobile-devices/smartphones/

    For more information about the Global Certification Forum and the certification itself (Ref. Number: 11758), please visit www.globalcertificationforum.org

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  • MIL-OSI: Business aviation leader Luxaviation and Haffner Energy join forces to accelerate SAF production and promotion

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Business aviation leader Luxaviation and Haffner Energy join forces to accelerate SAF production and promotion

    Luxaviation signals interest in active role in SAF-dedicated entity SAF Zero

    Vitry-le-François, France / Luxembourg (June 18, 2025, 8:00 am CEST) – 

    SAF Zero, a Haffner Energy initiative, is gaining momentum: Luxaviation Group, a leading global operator in the business aviation sector, is exploring an active role in the new entity, both companies announced today at the International Paris Air Show. Luxaviation potential involvement could take the form of cash funding to finance initial development activities, support in the strategic definition and global visibility as well as offtake agreements in relevant SAF Zero projects such as Paris-Vatry SAF. 
    SAF Zero is dedicated to fast-tracking the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by establishing an investment and project development platform that brings key stakeholders together. Combining Haffner Energy’s proprietary technologies and Luxaviation’s experience and strategic positioning in the aviation sector, SAF Zero is to finance and develop industrial SAF production projects. Operating under an exclusive license, SAF Zero will supply Haffner Energy’s technologies to third parties under license agreements, designing, delivering and potentially operating key equipment based on these technologies. 
    “We are thrilled to collaborate with Luxaviation, a powerful partner working alongside us to position SAF Zero as a cornerstone of Europe’s clean aviation strategy ,” said Philippe Haffner, co-founder and CEO of Haffner Energy.
    France-based Haffner Energy relies on its 32-year experience to design, manufacture, supply, license, and operate proprietary disruptive clean fuels solutions, including critical technologies for pathway-agnostic SAF production, using all types of residual biomass and municipal waste. The company has already announced the development of a number of SAF projects, notably Paris-Vatry SAF in France, where full scale production is expected to be reached by 2030 when the next stage of the European SAF mandate kicks in.  
    As a founding partner of SAF Zero, Haffner Energy will provide engineering support and supply of critical equipment as needed for the projects developed by SAF Zero.
    “At Luxaviation, we believe that the future of aviation must be sustainable, and that requires bold partnerships and innovative solutions. Our collaboration with Haffner Energy and our interest in SAF Zero reflect our commitment to accelerating the adoption of sustainable aviation fuel and driving meaningful change across the industry. By combining our operational expertise with Haffner Energy’s cutting-edge technology, we are taking a decisive step toward a cleaner, more responsible future for aviation,” said Patrick Hansen, CEO of Luxaviation Group. 
    Luxaviation operates one of the largest fleets of private aircraft worldwide. It is actively committed to the decarbonization of aviation through a three-pronged strategy: improving fuel efficiency; reducing emissions by actively increasing SAF use and electrification of ground operations; buying offsets for remaining GHG emissions. Since 2021, Luxaviation’s annual sustainability report tracks progress against targets. In 2023, Luxaviation launched “Go-to-Zero” Investment Fund to foster SAF production. 
    Both Luxaviation and Haffner Energy are members of Project SkyPower, an international CEO-led initiative dedicated to accelerating the development and adoption of SAF. 

    About Haffner Energy
    Haffner Energy designs, manufactures, supplies, and operates biofuel and hydrogen solutions using biomass residues. Its innovative, patented thermolysis technology produces Sustainable Aviation Fuel, as well as renewable gas, hydrogen, and methanol. The company also contributes to regenerating the planet through the co-production of biogenic CO2 and biochar. A company co-founded 32 years ago by Marc and Philippe Haffner, Haffner Energy has been working from the outset to decarbonize industry and all forms of mobility, as well as governments and local communities. More information is available at www.haffner-energy.com.

    About Luxaviation Group
    Headquartered in Luxembourg, Luxaviation Group comprises top-of-the line aviation brands, including Luxaviation, Starspeed, ExecuJet and Paragon, operating across five continents. Services include aircraft management for private and commercial aircraft, private air charter services, and the management and operation of VIP passenger terminals throughout an FBO network of over 110+ facilities worldwide. Luxaviation Group is actively committed to the decarbonization of aviation by supporting the development of sustainable fuels and green infrastructure. More information is available at www.luxaviation.com.

    Media relations
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    Laetitia Mailhes
    laetitia.mailhes@haffner-energy.com
    +33 (0)6 07 12 96 76

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    Juliane Thiessen
    Juliane.thiessen@luxaviation.com
    +41 76 356 8251

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    Haffner Energy
    investisseurs@haffner-energy.com 

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  • MIL-Evening Report: Victoria is looking into religious cults – here’s what it should examine

    Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Jaime Simpson, Doctoral Researcher, Domestic Family Violence Counsellor, University of Newcastle

    Paul shuang/Shutterstock

    The Victorian parliament has launched a long-overdue inquiry into abuse and coercive control within cults and religious fringe groups.

    It is a welcome acknowledgement of the damage that can flourish under the guise of faith, and the unquestioning obedience to authoritarian leaders in religious groups.

    The inquiry will hear victim-survivors can suffer a diverse range of harms, including sexual, financial and labour exploitation, spiritual manipulation, and institutional betrayal.

    Abusive practices

    Geelong state MP Christine Couzens says the Geelong Revival Centre has caused a great deal of hurt.
    Parliament of Victoria, CC BY

    The inquiry is the first of its kind in Australia.

    Prompted by recent events, including reports of coercive behaviour at the Geelong Revival Centre, the inquiry will examine “the methods used to recruit and control their members, and the impacts of coercive control”.

    According to the committee’s guidance note, the focus will be on techniques that can damage individuals emotionally, psychologically, financially and even physically.

    Importantly, the inquiry will interrogate “abusive practices”, not the beliefs behind them:

    There is a distinction between genuine religious practice and harmful behaviour. “Freedom of religion” is not freedom, for example, to defraud, nor is it freedom to cause significant psychological harm to any person.

    Consideration will be given to whether the law adequately protects people when cults and fringe groups cause the types of harm that should be criminalised.

    Sexual control

    My research examined the sexual exploitation of congregation members perpetrated by pastors within evangelical, Pentecostal faith communities in Australia.

    Respondents described feeling broken, shattered, and spiritually battered. The harms were similar to those experienced by survivors of incest, child sexual abuse and domestic violence.

    For example:

    • 72% of respondents were diagnosed with an anxiety disorder

    • 52% suffered Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

    • 48% were diagnosed with depression

    • 48% experienced suicidal ideation.

    As American sociologist and cult expert Janja Lalich explains:

    Sexual control is seen as the final step in the objectification of the cult member by the authoritarian leader, who is able to satisfy his needs through psychological manipulation leading to sexual exploitation.

    Power imbalance

    My research uncovered instances of sexual exploitation by pastors that constitutes a form of sexual violence and coercive control. The absence of a centralised reporting body means there is no accessible data on the extent of clergy sexual exploitation of adults in Australian faith communities.

    However, international research found around 3% of churchgoing women had been subjected to sexual advances from a married religious leader.

    Too often, institutions downplay the abuse as a “moral failing” or a mutual lapse into sin, ignoring the profound power imbalance that makes meaningful consent impossible.

    Pastor-congregant relationships are not consensual; they are violations of trust and authority. Survivors are often left with no pathways to justice or support because coercive control is not recognised in non-intimate settings.

    Search for belonging

    Victim-survivors would benefit from legal reform that formally recognises and criminalises this form of abuse.

    Coercive control legislation covering institutional and spiritual settings, would help protect congregation members targeted by predator pastors.

    I was recruited into a Pentecostal church as a teenager through a Bible college that was allowed into my public high school to “preach the gospel”. I know firsthand how easily these environments can entrap teenagers at an age when many are seeking identity outside of family.

    The parliamentary inquiry is not designed to question people’s religion, but to protect them from harmful behaviour.
    SibRapid/Shutterstock

    What began as a search for belonging led to years of grooming and coercion, and it took over two decades to name and report the abuse. The response from the church was just as harmful as the abuse itself.

    Fear and shame

    The harms often extend beyond sexual exploitation in many of these groups. Marginalised individuals are particularly vulnerable in these environments.

    LGBTQIA+ people in some evangelical churches have historically been subjected to conversion practices masquerading as prayer, counselling, or pastoral care. In one recent example, an evangelical church in New South Wales preached from the pulpit:

    A gay person is at least three times more likely to kill themselves. A transsexual is 15 times more likely to kill themselves. So if you are a parent and you love your kids make sure they are not gay or trans.

    This kind of messaging doesn’t protect children – it instils fear, shame, and self-hatred. It reflects a deeper pattern of spiritual abuse that pathologises identity and uses fear to exert control. The consequences are devastating, especially for young people already struggling to reconcile faith, identity, and belonging.

    Template for reform

    Many people fail to grasp how intelligent adults can become trapped in such environments.

    But coercive control is not about intelligence – it’s about power, dependency, and the slow erosion of critical thinking by spiritual authority.

    While coercive control in family violence is finally being addressed, spiritual and sexual coercive control within faith communities, cults, and fringe groups remains in a legal blind spot.

    This is exactly why the Victorian probe and follow-up law reform are both necessary.

    The inquiry should provide a framework for other states and territories to follow suit and scrutinise cults and organised fringe groups in their own jurisdictions.

    Lead author Jaime Simpson is a survivor of sexual exploitation in an evangelical community. The research mentioned is this article was conducted by her.

    Jaime Simpson received a Higher Degree Research tuition off-set to complete her Master in Philosophy

    Kathleen McPhillips receives funding from the Australian Research Theology Foundation ARTFinc), the Ian and Shirley Norman Foundation (ISNF) and the Australia-Germany Joint Research Cooperation Scheme.

    – ref. Victoria is looking into religious cults – here’s what it should examine – https://theconversation.com/victoria-is-looking-into-religious-cults-heres-what-it-should-examine-259152

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  • MIL-Evening Report: Victoria is looking into religious cults – here’s what it should examine

    Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Jaime Simpson, Doctoral Researcher, Domestic Family Violence Counsellor, University of Newcastle

    Paul shuang/Shutterstock

    The Victorian parliament has launched a long-overdue inquiry into abuse and coercive control within cults and religious fringe groups.

    It is a welcome acknowledgement of the damage that can flourish under the guise of faith, and the unquestioning obedience to authoritarian leaders in religious groups.

    The inquiry will hear victim-survivors can suffer a diverse range of harms, including sexual, financial and labour exploitation, spiritual manipulation, and institutional betrayal.

    Abusive practices

    Geelong state MP Christine Couzens says the Geelong Revival Centre has caused a great deal of hurt.
    Parliament of Victoria, CC BY

    The inquiry is the first of its kind in Australia.

    Prompted by recent events, including reports of coercive behaviour at the Geelong Revival Centre, the inquiry will examine “the methods used to recruit and control their members, and the impacts of coercive control”.

    According to the committee’s guidance note, the focus will be on techniques that can damage individuals emotionally, psychologically, financially and even physically.

    Importantly, the inquiry will interrogate “abusive practices”, not the beliefs behind them:

    There is a distinction between genuine religious practice and harmful behaviour. “Freedom of religion” is not freedom, for example, to defraud, nor is it freedom to cause significant psychological harm to any person.

    Consideration will be given to whether the law adequately protects people when cults and fringe groups cause the types of harm that should be criminalised.

    Sexual control

    My research examined the sexual exploitation of congregation members perpetrated by pastors within evangelical, Pentecostal faith communities in Australia.

    Respondents described feeling broken, shattered, and spiritually battered. The harms were similar to those experienced by survivors of incest, child sexual abuse and domestic violence.

    For example:

    • 72% of respondents were diagnosed with an anxiety disorder

    • 52% suffered Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

    • 48% were diagnosed with depression

    • 48% experienced suicidal ideation.

    As American sociologist and cult expert Janja Lalich explains:

    Sexual control is seen as the final step in the objectification of the cult member by the authoritarian leader, who is able to satisfy his needs through psychological manipulation leading to sexual exploitation.

    Power imbalance

    My research uncovered instances of sexual exploitation by pastors that constitutes a form of sexual violence and coercive control. The absence of a centralised reporting body means there is no accessible data on the extent of clergy sexual exploitation of adults in Australian faith communities.

    However, international research found around 3% of churchgoing women had been subjected to sexual advances from a married religious leader.

    Too often, institutions downplay the abuse as a “moral failing” or a mutual lapse into sin, ignoring the profound power imbalance that makes meaningful consent impossible.

    Pastor-congregant relationships are not consensual; they are violations of trust and authority. Survivors are often left with no pathways to justice or support because coercive control is not recognised in non-intimate settings.

    Search for belonging

    Victim-survivors would benefit from legal reform that formally recognises and criminalises this form of abuse.

    Coercive control legislation covering institutional and spiritual settings, would help protect congregation members targeted by predator pastors.

    I was recruited into a Pentecostal church as a teenager through a Bible college that was allowed into my public high school to “preach the gospel”. I know firsthand how easily these environments can entrap teenagers at an age when many are seeking identity outside of family.

    The parliamentary inquiry is not designed to question people’s religion, but to protect them from harmful behaviour.
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    What began as a search for belonging led to years of grooming and coercion, and it took over two decades to name and report the abuse. The response from the church was just as harmful as the abuse itself.

    Fear and shame

    The harms often extend beyond sexual exploitation in many of these groups. Marginalised individuals are particularly vulnerable in these environments.

    LGBTQIA+ people in some evangelical churches have historically been subjected to conversion practices masquerading as prayer, counselling, or pastoral care. In one recent example, an evangelical church in New South Wales preached from the pulpit:

    A gay person is at least three times more likely to kill themselves. A transsexual is 15 times more likely to kill themselves. So if you are a parent and you love your kids make sure they are not gay or trans.

    This kind of messaging doesn’t protect children – it instils fear, shame, and self-hatred. It reflects a deeper pattern of spiritual abuse that pathologises identity and uses fear to exert control. The consequences are devastating, especially for young people already struggling to reconcile faith, identity, and belonging.

    Template for reform

    Many people fail to grasp how intelligent adults can become trapped in such environments.

    But coercive control is not about intelligence – it’s about power, dependency, and the slow erosion of critical thinking by spiritual authority.

    While coercive control in family violence is finally being addressed, spiritual and sexual coercive control within faith communities, cults, and fringe groups remains in a legal blind spot.

    This is exactly why the Victorian probe and follow-up law reform are both necessary.

    The inquiry should provide a framework for other states and territories to follow suit and scrutinise cults and organised fringe groups in their own jurisdictions.

    Lead author Jaime Simpson is a survivor of sexual exploitation in an evangelical community. The research mentioned is this article was conducted by her.

    Jaime Simpson received a Higher Degree Research tuition off-set to complete her Master in Philosophy

    Kathleen McPhillips receives funding from the Australian Research Theology Foundation ARTFinc), the Ian and Shirley Norman Foundation (ISNF) and the Australia-Germany Joint Research Cooperation Scheme.

    – ref. Victoria is looking into religious cults – here’s what it should examine – https://theconversation.com/victoria-is-looking-into-religious-cults-heres-what-it-should-examine-259152

    MIL OSI Analysis – EveningReport.nz –

    June 18, 2025

  • MIL-Evening Report: Are Israel’s actions in Iran illegal? Could it be called self-defence? An international law expert explains

    Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Shannon Bosch, Associate Professor (Law), Edith Cowan University

    Israel’s major military operation against Iran has targeted its nuclear program, including its facilities and scientists, as well as its military leadership.

    In response, the United Nations Security Council has quickly convened an emergency sitting. There, the Israeli ambassador to the UN Danny Danon defended Israel’s actions as a “preventative strike” carried out with “precision, purpose, and the most advanced intelligence”. It aimed, he said, to:

    dismantle Iran’s nuclear programme, eliminate the architects of its terror and aggression and neutralise the regime’s ability to follow through on its repeated public promise to destroy the state of Israel.

    So, what does international law say about self-defence? And were Israel’s actions illegal under international law?

    When is self-defence allowed?

    Article 2.4 of the UN charter states:

    All members shall refrain in their international relations from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any state, or in any other manner inconsistent with the Purposes of the United Nations.

    There are only two exceptions:

    1. when the UN Security Council authorises force, and
    2. when a state acts in self-defence.

    This “inherent right of individual or collective self-defence”, as article 51 of the UN charter puts it, persists until the Security Council acts to restore international peace and security.

    So what’s ‘self-defence’ actually mean?

    The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has consistently interpreted self-defence narrowly.

    In many cases, it has rejected arguments from states such as the United States, Uganda and Israel that have sought to promote a more expansive interpretation of self-defence.

    The 9/11 attacks marked a turning point. The UN Security Council affirmed in resolutions 1368 and 1373 that the right to self-defence extends to defending against attacks by non-state actors, such as terrorist groups. The US, invoking this right, launched its military action in Afghanistan.

    The classic understanding of self-defence – that it’s justified when a state responds reactively to an actual, armed attack – was regarded as being too restrictive in the age of missiles, cyberattacks and terrorism.

    This helped give rise to the idea of using force before an imminent attack, in anticipatory self-defence.

    The threshold for anticipatory self-defence is widely seen by scholars as high. It requires what’s known as “imminence”. In other words, this is the “last possible window of opportunity” to act to stop an unavoidable attack.

    As set out by then-UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan in 2005:

    as long as the threatened attack is imminent, no other means would deflect it and the action is proportionate, this would meet the accepted interpretation of self defence under article 51.

    As international law expert Donald Rothwell points out, the legitimacy of anticipatory self-defence hinges on factual scrutiny and strict criteria, balancing urgency, legality and accountability.

    However, the lines quickly blurred

    In 2002, the US introduced a “pre-emptive doctrine” in its national security strategy.

    This argued new threats – such as terrorism and weapons of mass destruction – justified using force to forestall attacks before they occurred.

    Critics, including Annan, warned that if the notion of preventive self-defence was widely accepted, it would undermine the prohibition on the use of force. It would basically allow states to act unilaterally on speculative intelligence.

    Annan acknowledged:

    if there are good arguments for preventive military action, with good evidence to support them, they should be put to the Security Council, which can authorise such action if it chooses to.

    If it does not so choose, there will be, by definition, time to pursue other strategies, including persuasion, negotiation, deterrence and containment – and to visit again the military option.

    This is exactly what Israel has failed to do before attacking Iran.

    Lessons from history

    Israel’s stated goal was to damage Iran’s nuclear program and prevent it from developing a nuclear weapon that could be used against it.

    This is explicitly about preventing an alleged, threatened, future attack by Iran with a nuclear weapon that, according to all publicly available information, Iran does not currently possess.

    This is not the first time Israel has advanced a broad interpretation of self-defence.

    In 1981, Israel bombed Iraq’s Osirak nuclear reactor, which was under construction on the outskirts of Baghdad. It claimed a nuclear-armed Iraq would pose an unacceptable threat. The UN Security Council condemned the attack.

    As international law stands, unless an armed attack is imminent and unavoidable, such strikes are likely to be considered unlawful uses of force.

    While there is still time and opportunity to use non-forcible means to prevent the threatened attack, there’s no necessity to act now in self defence.

    Diplomatic engagement, sanction, and international monitoring of Iran’s nuclear program — such as through the International Atomic Energy Agency — remain the lawful means of addressing the emerging threat posed by Tehran.

    Preserving the rule of law

    The right to self-defence is not a blank cheque.

    Anticipatory self-defence remains legally unsettled and highly contested.

    So were Israel’s attacks on Iran a legitimate use of “self-defence”? I would argue no.

    I concur with international law expert Marko Milanovic that Israel’s claim to be acting in preventive self-defence must be rejected on the facts available to us.

    In a volatile world, preserving these legal limits is essential to avoiding unchecked aggression and preserving the rule of law.

    Shannon Bosch 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. Are Israel’s actions in Iran illegal? Could it be called self-defence? An international law expert explains – https://theconversation.com/are-israels-actions-in-iran-illegal-could-it-be-called-self-defence-an-international-law-expert-explains-259259

    MIL OSI Analysis – EveningReport.nz –

    June 18, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Residents of the Northern Administrative District will receive more opportunities for recreation and training — Sobyanin

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

    Last year, the Northern Administrative District of Moscow was improved two parks and two squares. In the new season, 10 more projects for the creation of high-quality public space will be implemented here. They were described in his blog Sergei Sobyanin.

    Savelovsky district

    In the Savelovsky District, work will take place in the Avtomobilist Park. The children’s playground will be renovated and adapted for children of all ages. Two complexes with slides and passages, swings and balance beams, a sandbox and trampolines for children will be installed here. In addition, the park will have a stylophone that develops musical abilities, a “Listen to the City” module and a module that allows you to study how a floating lighthouse works.

    The sports ground will feature workout complexes with horizontal bars, rings and a punching bag. In addition, parkour skills can be honed here.

    The area for four-legged pets will be equipped with modern equipment: a boom, rings and barriers.

    Several recreation areas with park sofas, small canopies and wooden decks will be created on the Vyatskaya Street side.

    Airport District

    In the Aeroport area, the territory of Golovanovsky Park will be improved. A sandbox, carousels, swings and spring swings will be installed on the children’s playground next to the play complex. Table tennis tables will be replaced on the sports ground.

    The recreation areas will feature park swings and benches. Additional landscaping will make the park even more comfortable.

    Khovrino district

    The Khovrin public park will also offer more opportunities for varied recreation. A large playground will be set up in its central part, designed for children of different ages. There will be play complexes in the form of houses and a locomotive with slides and passages. For older children, a playground with trampolines, balance beams, swings and carousels will be installed. Parents will be able to relax on semicircular benches and round benches.

    Large swings will be installed in the play area located at the entrance to the park from Festivalnaya Street. A multi-level amphitheater, recreation areas with umbrella awnings and round benches underneath them, as well as park swings under awnings will be located nearby.

    A modern dog walking area will be built nearby.

    “We will put the sports area in order from the Lyapidevskogo street side. We will equip a universal area for playing football and basketball, install strength training equipment, workout complexes with horizontal bars and rings, and tennis tables. And we will lay a convenient running track across the park territory,” the Moscow Mayor noted.

    Begovoy District

    Two projects are being implemented at once in the Begovaya area.

    Along the pedestrian zone from Leningradsky Prospekt to 2nd Botkinsky Proezd, there will be park gazebos, swings with canopies and sun loungers. Near the building of the Polytechnic College in 1st Botanichesky Proezd, a training area for pets will be equipped.

    The area near the Church of the Life-Giving Trinity on Leningradsky Prospekt (16, building 1) will also be improved. Nearby is an arts school, whose teachers have suggested creating a sports ground for children nearby. This summer, they will be able to play basketball and football, do pull-ups on horizontal bars, and develop agility on a mini-climbing wall.

    You can also relax on the children’s playground, where they will install a play complex with slides and ladders, swings, a carousel and a spring rocker.

    Molzhaninovsky district

    Residents of Molzhaninovsky District will also have new opportunities for recreation and exercise in the fresh air. A skate park will be built between buildings 6a and 6b of the Perspektiva school on 1st Sestroretskaya Street. The area near a small pond will also be tidied up. The route from the school to the 2nd Podrezkovskaya Street public transport stop will also be landscaped and greened.

    Beskudnikovsky district

    In Beskudnikovsky District, the area around residential buildings within the boundaries of Beskudnikovsky Boulevard, Svyatoslava Fedorov Street and Dmitrovskoye Highway will be transformed.

    Children’s and sports playgrounds near house 90 (buildings 1 and 2) on Dmitrovskoe Shosse, as well as in the courtyard of house 31 on Beskudnikovsky Boulevard will be put in order.

    A modern area for walking and training dogs will be set up in the green area adjacent to the houses located on Beskudnikovsky Boulevard. In addition, the area will have new pavement, park furniture, and additional landscaping.

    Golovinsky district

    In Golovinsky District, a space for recreation and sports will appear on Kronstadt Boulevard.

    “The transit area from public transport stops to residential buildings will be transformed. We will arrange parking space, organize paths for leisurely walks and a bike path,” concluded Sergei Sobyanin.

    Sergei Sobyanin approved plans for improvement in 2025

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    June 18, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Australia: ACT Government welcomes inclusive changes to blood and plasma donation rules

    Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

    As part of ACT Government’s ‘One Government, One Voice’ program, we are transitioning this website across to our . You can access everything you need through this website while it’s happening.

    Released 18/06/2025

    The ACT Government has today welcomed the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood’s announcement of significant and long-awaited changes to blood and plasma donation rules, which will make the donation process more inclusive and accessible for members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

    From 14 July 2025, Lifeblood will remove most sexual activity wait times for plasma donations, allowing more Australians – including gay and bisexual men and transgender women – to donate plasma without delay, provided they meet all other eligibility criteria.

    The Therapeutic Goods Administration has also approved a move to gender-neutral sexual activity assessments for blood donations, a shift expected to be implemented next year.

    Chief Minister Andrew Barr said the changes mark a historic milestone for equality and inclusion in Australia’s healthcare system, particularly for the LGBTIQA+ community.

    “These reforms are long overdue and represent a powerful step forward for equality, inclusion, and public health,” the Chief Minister said.

    “For decades, the LGBTIQA+ community has faced unjust restrictions when it comes to blood and plasma donation. Today’s announcement brings us closer to a system that treats people fairly and values their contribution to our health system. I thank all those who have worked to bring about this change.”

    Minister for Health Rachel Stephen-Smith acknowledged the years of advocacy and research that contributed to these changes.

    “This announcement is the result of years of hard work by researchers, health professionals, and LGBTIQA+ advocates who have pushed for donation policies grounded in evidence and fairness,” Minister Stephen-Smith said.

    “The plasma pathway is genuinely world-leading reform, but we know its development left many LGBTIQA+ people feeling frustrated and stigmatised when it came to blood donation.

    “We thank Lifeblood for recognising the need for change and for taking steps to increase the donor pool while continuing to safeguard the health of those who receive blood and plasma.”

    Minister Chris Steel, a long-time advocate for inclusive donation policies, said the new approach was not only fairer, but more effective.

    “Common sense has prevailed in enabling thousands of gay men to safely contribute to Australia’s blood supply like other countries around the world,” Minister Steel said.

    “The Australian Red Cross Blood Service currently relies on just three per cent of the population to maintain our nation’s blood supplies, yet Australia has been unnecessarily excluding thousands of healthy people in monogamous relationships from donating blood.”

    “I’m proud to have supported this push for reform, and I welcome Lifeblood’s leadership in moving to a more inclusive, evidence-based approach.”

    These reforms come at a critical time, with rising demand for plasma in Australia’s hospitals. Lifeblood anticipates the changes will enable an additional 24,000 donors and 95,000 more plasma donations each year. Eligible Canberrans are encouraged to consider donating blood or plasma. To book a donation, visit www.lifeblood.com.au or call 13 14 95.

    – Statement ends –

    Andrew Barr, MLA | Rachel Stephen-Smith, MLA | Chris Steel, MLA | Media Releases

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    June 18, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Australia: Man charged after police seize parcel containing half a kilo of ice

    Source: New South Wales Community and Justice

    Man charged after police seize parcel containing half a kilo of ice

    Wednesday, 18 June 2025 – 3:40 pm.

    A man has been charged with trafficking in a controlled substance and attempt to unlawfully import a controlled substance after police seized half a kilogram of methylamphetamine (ice).
    A parcel containing the highly addictive drug had been posted from Victoria to Tasmania, where it was intercepted by members of Northern Drugs and Firearms Unit.
    The parcel was seized at Pipers River on Monday 16 June, and a 38-year-old Underwood man was arrested, charged and detained to appear in court.
    The methylamphetamine seized was approximately 500 grams, and had the potential to cause significant harm to the Tasmanian community.
    Anyone with information about illicit substances should contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers anonymously on 1800 333 000 or online at crimestopperstas.com.au

    MIL OSI News –

    June 18, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Australia: Celebrating a Decade of the NTPFES Cadet Program

    Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

    The Northern Territory Police Force and the Northern Territory Fire and Emergency Services proudly celebrates the ten-year anniversary of its NT Police, Fire and Emergency Services (NTPFES) Cadet Program — a unique and impactful initiative that has provided over a decade of vocational training, personal growth, and career pathways for Territory students.

    Launched in 2015, the NTPFES Cadet Program has empowered students in Years 11 and 12 to gain firsthand experience in emergency services while achieving nationally recognised qualifications. The 18-month program includes the completion of the Certificate II in Community Engagement and the Certificate III in Business, delivered through the NTPFES College and Charles Darwin University.

    Over the past ten years, hundreds of young Territorians have graduated from the program across Darwin and Alice Springs, with the most recent squads graduating in Darwin this afternoon and in Alice Springs last Thursday 12 June. This program allows students to develop critical skills through outdoor leadership camps, cultural learning visits to Indigenous communities, community volunteering and immersive work placements within frontline services teams.

    Superintendent of Induction Division Christopher Board, reflected on the milestone, “The NTPFES Cadet Program is an outstanding initiative that has changed lives and strengthened our connection with the community. It gives young Territorians a rare opportunity to grow, learn and lead—while laying the groundwork for future careers in emergency services and beyond. Ten years on, we’re incredibly proud of what this program has achieved.

    “237 Cadets have graduated through this program from Darwin and Alice Springs since 2015, with at least 65 having progressed through civilian or uniformed employment within the NT Police Force and NT Fire and Emergency Services. 16 of these have become either Constables, Aboriginal Community Police Officers or Police Auxiliaries, and one has joined the NTES.”

    Acting Commissioner for NT Fire and Emergency Services Collene Bremner said the program gave the cadets a well-rounded understanding of the NT’s emergency services.

    “As part of the program, the cadets complete placements with the NT Fire and Rescue Service (NTFRS) and NT Emergency Service (NTES). With the NTFRS, they learn critical skills in road crash rescue and how to operate breathing apparatus (BA), and with NTES they complete necessary inductions, rescue foundations and gain boating experience to learn about vessels being used for evacuations, cargo transport and flood rescues.”

    Charles Darwin University (CDU) Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Scott Bowman AO said, “CDU is incredibly proud to support the NTPFES Cadet Program, which has delivered real-world skills, confidence and career opportunities to young Territorians for a decade.

    “Together with NTPFES and the NT Department of Education and Training, CDU is helping to build a skilled, community-minded workforce ready to lead in emergency services and beyond.”

    NT Department of Education and Training Deputy Chief Executive for Skills, Pathways and Quality, Cathy White said the cadet program helped shape the lives of many young Territorians.

    “The Department congratulates the Northern Territory Police Force, the Northern Territory Fire and Emergency Services and Charles Darwin University for their collaboration through this important training opportunity,” she said.

    “This cadet program opens many opportunities for young people who are now utilising their knowledge to pursue diverse careers in the Territory.”

    The Cadet Program not only fosters civic responsibility and leadership in participants, but also serves as a pathway into government careers.

    As we celebrate this important milestone, the organisation extends heartfelt thanks to all past and present cadets, parents, staff, schools and community partners who have contributed to the success of the program.

    MIL OSI News –

    June 18, 2025

  • Monterrey hold Inter Milan 1-1 at Club World Cup

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    UEFA Champions League finalists Inter Milan were held 1-1 by Mexican side Monterrey in their opening Group E game at the Club World Cup in Pasadena on Tuesday.

    Inter dominated possession at the outset but underdogs Monterrey struck first, grabbing the lead when 39-year-old defender Sergio Ramos leaped above two defenders to power home a header from a corner in the 25th minute.

    The Italians drew level three minutes before halftime when Kristjan Asllani’s floated free-kick into the box was played across the face of goal by Carlos Augusto to give Lautaro Martinez the easy tap-in.

    Nelson Deossa had a golden opportunity to win it for Monterrey in stoppage time but his shot ended up in the side netting on a hot day at the Rose Bowl, where plenty of empty seats were visible.

    “I think we could have scored a second goal, which we didn’t unfortunately,” said Inter’s Henrikh Mkhitaryan.

    “But this is football, we have to work hard, we have to do our best to win the next games because it’s a new competition and the teams are very motivated to get out of the group stage.

    “I think we have to be more aggressive in front of goal, we need to score more goals. Even today we had chances which we didn’t score, unfortunately.”

    Tuesday’s match, the first competitive meeting between the sides, saw both teams debuting new managers.

    Cristian Chivu took over from Simone Inzaghi at Inter Milan shortly after their crushing 5-0 Champions League final defeat by Paris St Germain, while Spaniard Domenec Torrent was brought in at Monterrey after their disappointing start to the season.

    Both teams are back in action on Saturday.

    Monterrey return to the Rose Bowl to face River Plate, who beat Urawa Reds 3-1 earlier in the day, while Inter take on the Japanese side in Seattle.

    (Reuters)

    June 18, 2025

  • MIL-OSI USA: Hoyer Tours YMCA Camp Letts, Touts Federal Investments in Maryland

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Steny H Hoyer (MD-05)

    EDGEWATER, MD — Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) recently toured the YMCA Camp Letts to hear directly from local leaders about the critical infrastructure needs of the campsite and how they serve Maryland youth. Congressman Hoyer has long championed improvements to the YMCA’s water infrastructure as it continues to improve health outcomes for Maryland’s children and families.

    “Since I came to Congress, one of my top priorities has been to ensure Maryland families have access to clean waters and recreational opportunities,” Congressman Hoyer said. “The good people of YMCA Camp Letts have helped youth develop new skills and a sense of self-confidence that will serve them down the line in good-paying jobs and fulfilling careers. As House Republicans and Donald Trump continue to cut vital programs and services in Maryland, I will continue to help YMCA Camp Letts serve its mission and ensure Maryland families have access to healthy air and clean water.”

    Founded in 1906, YMCA Camp Letts is the area’s oldest residential camp. Since its founding, YMCA Camp Letts has served hundreds of thousands of children and their families. As part of the 2026 Fiscal Year Government Funding Bill, Congressman Hoyer is working to secure $1 million in Community Project Funding for the YMCA to improve HVAC systems, plumbing, and more. Congressman Hoyer solicited requests on his website and submitted 15 projects to the House Appropriations Committee.

    MIL OSI USA News –

    June 18, 2025

  • MIL-OSI New Zealand: New Certification scheme unlocks $200M market for Kiwi cosmetics in China

    Source: New Zealand Government

    Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay and Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson have welcomed a new certification scheme, announced by the Prime Minister in Shanghai today, that unlocks access to China’s $200 million cosmetics and skincare market — a move that will drive stronger returns for New Zealand exporters and boost the economy.

    “This is a smart, practical step that removes a long-standing trade barrier and opens up valuable new channels for our exporters,” McClay says. 

    “It means more high-quality, innovative New Zealand products on shelves in China – not just online, but in stores across one of the world’s fastest-growing consumer markets.”

    The scheme, developed with International Accreditation New Zealand (IANZ) and the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE), provides exporters with a Government-issued Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) certificate that meets Chinese regulatory requirements.

    “This certification allows Kiwi-made cosmetics to be sold through traditional retail channels in China, significantly expanding market reach beyond cross-border e-commerce and supporting our goal of doubling exports by value in 10 years,” Mr McClay says.

    Minister Simpson says the scheme is a strong example of the Government’s commitment to backing New Zealand businesses and removing barriers to growth.

    “With global demand for health and beauty products rising, this gives our exporters the confidence to grow and compete in China; quickly, credibly, and at scale,” Mr Simpson says.

    “It’s another example of how we’re cutting red tape and aligning our standards with key trading partners to give Kiwi firms the certainty they need to succeed.”

    How it works:

    • Exporters complete an independent GMP assessment with IANZ.
    • If successful, MBIE confirms compliance with a certificate signed on behalf of the Government.

    New Zealand’s ban on animal testing for cosmetics remains in place, giving Chinese consumers assurance that Kiwi products are high-quality, safe, sustainable, and ethically produced.

    More information and application details will be available online soon.

    MIL OSI New Zealand News –

    June 18, 2025
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