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The United States Institute of Peace (USIP) is honored to announce the six finalists for the 2022 Women Building Peace Award. The Women Building Peace Award is given each year to a woman peacebuilder who has made a major contribution to preventing...

The Center for Justice and Accountability, along with its partners the Institute for Human Rights and Development in Africa (IHRDA) and Debevoise & Plimpton LLP, have filed suit against the government of Liberia on behalf of survivors of a brutal...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the 1,000th day since the egregious downing of Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752: "One thousand days ago today, the Iranian regime unlawfully and horrifically shot...

Perhaps the most extraordinary secret of the Middle East was the long-reigning mighty Christian dynasty of the Ghassanid...

The UAE Minister of Economy, H.E. Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, held bilateral meetings, at the UAE Pavilion in Thessaloniki International Fair TIF 86, with several high-ranking Greek Ministers & officials to boost cooperation & bilateral relations...

The Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) participated in the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, to foster collaboration among nations around the digital economy and enable digital prosperity for all. DCO Secretary-General Deemah...

This is an opinion piece by Josef Gregory Mahoney, a professor of politics and international relations at East China Normal University, for Beijing Review:  We've reached the first anniversary of the China-led Global Development Initiative (GDI), a...

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, concluded his visit to Japan where he represented the Government of Canada at the state funeral of Abe Shinzo, former prime minister of Japan. Minister...

The U.S. Freight Railcar Coupler Coalition, a coalition of U.S. freight railcar coupler manufacturer and workers, today filed petitions to counter unfairly traded imports that are injuring the American freight railcar coupler industry. The coalition...

Today The Economist launched a new 8-episode narrative podcast called The Prince, exploring the life and rise to power of China's leader, Xi Jinping. The podcast debuts ahead of the Chinese Communist Party congress, the most important event on the...

The Foreign Exchange Professionals Association (FXPA) is pleased to announce that Board member, Chip Lowry, Senior Managing Director, State Street Global Markets, has been selected as a member of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission's (CFTC)...

Akin Gump welcomes Jan Walter as a senior policy advisor to the firm's Washington, D.C.-based public law and policy (PLP) practice. Based in Geneva, Jan is the first member of the PLP group located outside the United States, a strategic expansion of...

The Foreign Policy Research Institute (FPRI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. James Ryan as Director of Research and Director of the Middle East Program. In this capacity, Dr. Ryan will oversee all research and analysis at FPRI. "I am...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the results of Russia's sham referendums in occupied regions of Ukraine: "The so-called referendums held by Russia in the illegally occupied regions of Donetsk, Luhansk,...

In a new "Great Minds...

Tiba Biotech , a preclinical biopharmaceutical company, today announced it has entered into a five-year, multi-million US dollar agreement with the Australian state government of New South Wales (NSW) to develop next-generation mRNA vaccines against...

President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa received a warm welcome from San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo and other local officials when he touched down late Saturday night after a whirlwind trip across the country as he begins a very busy trip through California. ...

Dr. Pang Yiu-kai, Chairman of the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), welcomed the Government's announcement on September 23 (HKT) on the new "0+3" arrangements from September 26 for inbound travellers from overseas and Taiwan through Hong Kong...

We, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of Canada and President Yoon Suk Yeol of the Republic of Korea (ROK), met today in Ottawa to celebrate and strengthen a vibrant friendship that is reflected in the depth and diversity of our ties. On the eve of the...

A world rich in biodiversity and free of plastic waste will provide the kind of environment that best supports the health and economic security of Canadians. Both these goals help in the fight against climate change at home and globally to build a...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the appointment of Jennifer May as Canada's Ambassador to China. Ms. May's experience with the Public Service of Canada has spanned over 30 years across three continents. She was most recently...

The International Disability Alliance (IDA) calls on the government of Pakistan, the United Nations, the international humanitarian community, and donor agencies to ensure maximum inclusion of persons with disabilities in the humanitarian response....

The Türkiye-U.S. Business Council (TA?K) yesterday hosted its first ever Türkiye Business Roundtable, a closed-door, intimate forum for Türkiye's political leadership and decision-makers from top businesses in the...

Media representatives are advised that the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, will hold a media call-back to conclude his participation at the 77th United Nations General Assembly and Climate Week NYC. Event:...

A coalition of leading Canadian aid organizations will be extending the Aid for Afghanistan Campaign following the Government of Canada's disheartening lack of urgency in acting to remove the barriers so lifesaving humanitarian assistance can...

Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi is attending the general debate of the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly from September 18 to 25. On the margins of the general debate, Wang is hosting meetings with various...

When:  New York, NY September 20, 2022 Where:  CFA Society New York ? 1540 Broadway, #1010.  New York, NY  10036 What:  CFA Society New York, the local Society of the CFA Institute, was honored to host the African Heads of State and Asset Owners...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today concluded his participation in the 77th Session of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly (UNGA) high-level week, where he worked closely with our global partners to address the world's biggest challenges...

During United Nations General Assembly week, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation?alongside governments, philanthropies, the private sector, NGOs, and global and community leaders?announced commitments totalling $1.27 billion to improve and save...

Canada recognizes strong partnerships are key to addressing shared challenges and advancing the common objective of building a more peaceful, equitable and prosperous post-pandemic world. During Canada's tenure as chair of the Comprehensive Regional...

During United Nations General Assembly week, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation?alongside governments, philanthropies, the private sector, NGOs, and global and community leaders?announced commitments totalling $1.27 billion to improve and save...

The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) convened the inaugural meeting of its newly formed Global Leadership Council today during the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York City. Co-chaired by Jonas...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the International Day of Peace: "Today, on the International Day of Peace, we reflect on the efforts we have made to make peace a reality around the world. In the face of...

Media representatives are advised that the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, will hold a media call-back to conclude his participation at the 77th United Nations General Assembly and Climate Week NYC. Event:...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced he will travel to Japan, from September 24 to 28, to attend the funeral of former Japanese Prime Minister Abe Shinzo. The Prime Minister will convey Canadians' condolences for the loss of a strong...

Note: All times local New York City, United States of America 8:00 a.m.    The Prime Minister will attend a meeting of the High Level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy entitled "Financing Ocean Solutions for People and Planet: Delivering on SDG...

Note: All times local New York City, United States of America 8:00 a.m.    The Prime Minister will attend a meeting of the High Level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy entitled "Financing Ocean Solutions for People and Planet: Delivering on SDG...

Note: All times local New York City, United States of America 8:30 a.m. The Prime Minister will attend the opening of the High-Level General Debate of the 77th Session of the United Nations General Assembly. Minister of Foreign Affairs Mélanie Joly...

Note: All times local New York City, United States of America 8:30 a.m. The Prime Minister will attend the opening of the High-Level General Debate of the 77th Session of the United Nations General Assembly. Minister of Foreign Affairs Mélanie Joly...

CGTN America releases "What has China proposed at SCO Summit in Samarkand, Uzbekistan?" It was the most important gathering of Eurasian heads of state this year ? an opportunity to bolster unity, cooperation, and a vision for...

Chinese President Xi Jinping and other leaders of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states on Friday made fruitful achievements by signing the Samarkand Declaration and a raft of documents and statements for not only regional...

Note: All times local London, United Kingdom 9:00 a.m.        The Prime Minister will meet with the Prime Minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese. Note for media:  Pooled photo opportunity1:00 p.m.        The Prime Minister will meet with the Prime...

Note: All times local London, United Kingdom 9:00 a.m.        The Prime Minister will meet with the Prime Minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese. Note for media:  Pooled photo opportunity1:00 p.m.        The Prime Minister will meet with the Prime...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced that he will travel to New York City, from September 20 to 22, 2022, to participate in the 77th Session of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly. During his visit, the Prime Minister will...

On the afternoon of September 15 local time, Chinese President Xi Jinping held a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, to exchange views on China-Russia relations and international and regional issues of...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced that the President of South Korea, Yoon Suk Yeol, will visit Toronto and Ottawa, on September 22 and 23, 2022. This will be President Yoon's first bilateral visit abroad since he was elected in...

In his first trip overseas since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Chinese President Xi Jinping went to Central Asia to attend the annual summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), held this year in the Uzbek city of Samarkand. Calling...

Today, September 16, 2022, members of the media are invited to join a virtual media availability with two members of the Musical Ride ? the Officer in Charge and the Riding Master ? who are among 5 members in London to participate in Her late...

During its first year and a half in office, the Biden-Harris administration has created an unprecedented border, immigration, national security, public health, and humanitarian crisis along our southern border. Some 5 million illegal entries have...

Chinese President Xi Jinping is now paying his first foreign visit since the COVID-19 pandemic to Central Asia, and to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit. This major diplomatic activity has drawn attention around the globe and...