World still has the chance to end Aids pandemic by 2030, says UN
The United Nations says “the end of Aids” is still possible by 2030, but only if leaders grasp the opportunity to halt the world’s deadliest pandemic.
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UN says 165 million people fell into poverty in past 3 years of crisis
The Covid-19 pandemic, the cost-of-living crisis and the war in Ukraine have pushed 165 million people into poverty since 2020, the United Nations said on Thursday. The UN is calling for the world’s wealthiest economies to pause debt repayments by dev…
Beijing’s top diplomat asks EU to clarify its new China strategy
The European Union must not “vacillate” and needs to “clarify” its strategic relationship with Beijing, top diplomat Wang Yi said during a meeting with EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell, China’s foreign ministry said Saturday.
EU Commission rebuffs Paris demand to ‘reconsider’ American hire
The European Commission on Friday rejected a demand from France that it “reconsider” its appointment of an American to the key position of chief economist in the EU executive dealing with the regulation of US tech giants.
White House Launches Cybersecurity Implementation Plan
The White House has announced the first iteration of the National Cybersecurity Implementation Plan. Read on to learn more about the plan and alignment with the five essential pillars.
Arms deals overshadow rights concerns as France welcomes India’s PM Modi
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be guest of honour as France celebrates its national Bastille Day holiday – a tribute to the country’s historic commitment to human rights. Despite the symbolism, the French government is expected to overlook c…
House NDAA Debate Moves To ‘Extreme’ GOP Amendments, Calls To Cut Ukraine Aid
The House picked up consideration of the fiscal year 2024 National Defense Authorization on Thursday debating more contentious Republican-led measures, to include provisions aimed at cutting the U.S.’ security assistance […]
How Google Keeps Company Data Safe While Using Generative AI Chatbots
Google’s Behshad Behzadi weighs in on how to use generative AI chatbots without compromising company information.
France blocks NATO plan for a liaison office in Tokyo
French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday opposed a NATO push to open a liaison office in Japan, as the alliance’s head said he wanted to strengthen ties to counter China’s growing influence in the region.
Macron says path for Ukraine accession to NATO is ‘open’, as Biden wraps up Vilnius summit
French President Emmanuel Macron has called for sustained international military support for Ukraine as Russia show signs of “weakness and division”, as US President Joe Biden concluded a NATO summit denouncing Russia’s PresidentPutin as “craven”.