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Start-Up Nation Central hosted a delegation of UN ambassadors as part of a visit to Israel led by Ambassador Gilad Erdan

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Wednesday, December 22, 2021
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The delegation that included ambassadors to the United Nations from Argentina, Albania, Croatia, Uruguay, Ecuador, Republic of Korea, Hungary, Nauru, Palau, Samoa, and Zambia participated in a tour hosted by Israel's Ambassador to the UN Gilad Erdan.

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  • The delegation that included ambassadors to the United Nations from Argentina, Albania, Croatia, Uruguay, Ecuador, Republic of Korea, Hungary, Nauru, Palau, Samoa, and Zambia participated in a tour hosted by Israel's Ambassador to the UN Gilad Erdan.
  • Israel's Ambassador to the UN Gilad Erdan: "One of my main goals at the United Nations has been to illustrate how Israeli innovation is helping people all over the world.
  • After spending a week in Israel, the ambassadors were able to see the innovative spirit that is infused throughout the people.
  • About Start-Up Nation Finder Start-Up Nation Finder is a free online platform for identifying and engaging Israeli tech organizations based on customers' specific interests.

PhosAgro PJSC: Correction: PhosAgro Board of Directors Approves 2022 Budget

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Wednesday, December 22, 2021
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Moscow - The Board of Directors of PhosAgro (Moscow Exchange, LSE: PHOR), one of the world's leading vertically integrated phosphate-based fertilizer producers, has approved the Company's draft budget for 2022.

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  • Moscow - The Board of Directors of PhosAgro (Moscow Exchange, LSE: PHOR), one of the world's leading vertically integrated phosphate-based fertilizer producers, has approved the Company's draft budget for 2022.
  • These and other projects will be included in the updated version of the Strategy to 2025, which will be submitted to the Board of Directors for approval next spring."
  • PhosAgro Board of Directors Chairman Xavier Rolet congratulated PhosAgro employees on the Company's outstanding operating performance and thanked them for their strict adherence to measures to protect against coronavirus.
  • The meeting participants reviewed information about work-related injuries and the development of a project management system in organisations affiliated with PhosAgro.

SPIC Releases Report on Sustainable Development Committed by Chinese Companies in Turkey

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Wednesday, December 22, 2021
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BEIJING, Dec. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- State Power Investment Corporation (SPIC), one of China's five largest state-owned electricity producers, released Report On Sustainable Development Committed By Chinese Companies In Turkey (hereafter referred to as the Report) at a press briefing in Beijing on Monday.

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  • BEIJING, Dec. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- State Power Investment Corporation (SPIC), one of China's five largest state-owned electricity producers, released Report On Sustainable Development Committed By Chinese Companies In Turkey (hereafter referred to as the Report) at a press briefing in Beijing on Monday.
  • Turkish and Chinese scholars including Altay Atli, a renowned Turkish Economist and Steven Dong, a professor of Communication University of China attended online.
  • Zu Bin, Board Director of SPIC, said that many Chinese companies have been taking root in Turkey in the energy, construction, and transportation fields in recent years.
  • He said, the Report was a demonstration of achievements already made by Chinses companies in contributing to Turkey's sustainable development, as well as a promotion of Chinese companies' pursuit of sustainable development in Turkey.

PhosAgro PJSC: PhosAgro Board of Directors Approves 2022 Budget

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Wednesday, December 22, 2021
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Moscow - The Board of Directors of PhosAgro (Moscow Exchange, LSE: PHOR), one of the world's leading vertically integrated phosphate-based fertilizer producers, has approved the Company's draft budget for 2022.

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  • Moscow - The Board of Directors of PhosAgro (Moscow Exchange, LSE: PHOR), one of the world's leading vertically integrated phosphate-based fertilizer producers, has approved the Company's draft budget for 2022.
  • These and other projects will be included in the updated version of the Strategy to 2025, which will be submitted to the Board of Directors for approval next spring."
  • The meeting participants reviewed information about work-related injuries and the development of a project management system in organisations affiliated with PhosAgro.
  • The Board of Directors approved the work plan and budget the Internal Audit Directorate for 2022, the Information Security Policy of the Company, as well as the Transparency Statement regarding the UK Modern Slavery Act, and the amended Code of Ethics of the Company.

PhosAgro PJSC: Correction (Xavier Rolet quote added): PhosAgro Board of Directors Approves 2022 Budget

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Wednesday, December 22, 2021
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Moscow - The Board of Directors of PhosAgro (Moscow Exchange, LSE: PHOR), one of the world's leading vertically integrated phosphate-based fertilizer producers, has approved the Company's draft budget for 2022.

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  • Moscow - The Board of Directors of PhosAgro (Moscow Exchange, LSE: PHOR), one of the world's leading vertically integrated phosphate-based fertilizer producers, has approved the Company's draft budget for 2022.
  • "We continue to implement our large-scale investment programme as part of the Strategy to 2025.
  • PhosAgro Board of Directors Chairman Xavier Rolet congratulated PhosAgro employees on the Company's outstanding operating performance and thanked them for their strict adherence to measures to protect against coronavirus.
  • The meeting participants reviewed information about work-related injuries and the development of a project management system in organisations affiliated with PhosAgro.

Zurn Water Solutions Joins the United Nations Global Compact

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Tuesday, December 21, 2021
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Zurn Water Solutions Corporation (NYSE: ZWS) announced today it joined the United Nations Global Compact Initiative a voluntary leadership platform for the development, implementation, and disclosure of responsible business practices.

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  • Zurn Water Solutions Corporation (NYSE: ZWS) announced today it joined the United Nations Global Compact Initiative a voluntary leadership platform for the development, implementation, and disclosure of responsible business practices.
  • Joining the initiative aligns with Zurn Water Solutions recent transition to a pure-play water solutions company that provides a premier ecosystem of products and solutions that protect human health and the environment.
  • Zurn Water Solutions operates as an inherently sustainable company by providing water solutions to customers while conducting business in a safe way for its employees and communities.
  • In addition to the UN Global Compact principles, Zurn Water Solutions has made sustainably inspired commitments to:
    Participation in the UN Global Compact further strengthens Zurn Water Solutions ongoing Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) strategy , which is overseen by the ESG Committee of the Board of Directors.

donut robotics, which has become world-famous for its smart masks, will be exhibiting at CES2022

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Tuesday, December 21, 2021
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When our smart mask was first announced, it drew so much attention from all quarters that an article about it even appeared in the New York Times.

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  • When our smart mask was first announced, it drew so much attention from all quarters that an article about it even appeared in the New York Times.
  • We are now taking the opportunity to announce our new earphone-like device that evolved from the smart masks.
  • donut robotics received an exhibition offer from CES management in 2020, and we have been in discussion with them over the last year.
  • To Be Exhibited: Cinnamon - the watch-over robot, C-FACE smart mask and reception set, and an earphone-type device

Voi raises $115m series D financing taking total capital raised in 2021 to $160m

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Monday, December 20, 2021
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Voi achieved 140% year on year revenue growth in 2021, as the company hit 90M+ rides since inception, while increasing margins and profitability.

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  • Voi achieved 140% year on year revenue growth in 2021, as the company hit 90M+ rides since inception, while increasing margins and profitability.
  • Voi also won more city tenders than any other operator in Europe, cementing its position as the most trusted micromobility partner across the continent.
  • Voi beat peers to reach operational profitability company-wide during summer 2020 and continued to improve gross margins and rides per scooter as it extended into new markets in 2021.
  • Vois achievements in 2021 have taken place against a backdrop where demand for micromobility is higher than ever.

LBank Exchange Will List Phaeton (PHAE) on December 16, 2021

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Tuesday, December 14, 2021
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Internet City, Dubai--(Newsfile Corp. - December 14, 2021) - LBank Exchange, a global digital asset trading platform, will list Phaeton (PHAE) coins on December 16, 2021.

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  • Internet City, Dubai--(Newsfile Corp. - December 14, 2021) - LBank Exchange, a global digital asset trading platform, will list Phaeton (PHAE) coins on December 16, 2021.
  • Accordingly, for all users of LBank Exchange, the PHAE/USDT trading pair will be officially available for trading at 18:00 (UTC+8) on December 16, 2021.
  • Approached by three stockbroking organizations to list on the Stock Exchange, including the ASX, TSX and NASDAQ, Phaeton is pursuing the latter intending to list in 2022 formally.
  • Some of the projects launching soon are Phaeton Real Estate, Phaeton identity, and Phaeton Smarter Homes.

UN General Assembly reaffirms Global Compact mandate

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Friday, December 17, 2021
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The resolution, under General Assembly agenda item 27 Towards global partnerships: A principle-based approach to enhanced cooperation between the United Nations and all relevant partners reiterates the mandate of the UN Global Compact, which is to advance United Nations values and responsible business practices within the United Nations system and among the global business community.

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  • The resolution, under General Assembly agenda item 27 Towards global partnerships: A principle-based approach to enhanced cooperation between the United Nations and all relevant partners reiterates the mandate of the UN Global Compact, which is to advance United Nations values and responsible business practices within the United Nations system and among the global business community.
  • The General Assembly expressed support for the implementation of the UN Global Compact Strategy 2021-2023, including the Africa Strategy 2021-2023 and SME Strategy 2021-2023.
  • Furthermore, Member States referred to UN Global Compact flagship Uniting Business Live events that occurred in the margins of the General Assembly.
  • UN Global Compact CEO & Executive Director Sanda Ojiambo commented: We thank the UN Member States for reaffirming their strong support for the UN Global Compact.