Global politics

China Daily: China, US advised to refresh ties

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Thursday, January 28, 2021

Addressing the virtual Vision China event organized by China Daily on Thursday, Vice-Foreign Minister Le Yucheng expressed hope that the new year will bring a new start to China-US relations.

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  • Addressing the virtual Vision China event organized by China Daily on Thursday, Vice-Foreign Minister Le Yucheng expressed hope that the new year will bring a new start to China-US relations.
  • This year marks the 50th anniversary of former US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger's historic visit to China as well as the famous "ping-pong diplomacy".
  • The Vision China event, with the theme "Moving Forward: The Future of China-US Relations", was broadcast online to a global audience.
  • Relations between China and the US are so important because they affect not only themselves but also the world, Ross said.

TBD Media Group: Brands and Businesses Building a Blueprint for a Green and Sustainable Future

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Wednesday, December 9, 2020

Responding to the results of climate change and the call to action from governments, the general public, and organisations like the United Nations with its Sustainable Development Goals; businesses around the globe are launching into action to lead the world in creating a positive and sustainable future.

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  • Responding to the results of climate change and the call to action from governments, the general public, and organisations like the United Nations with its Sustainable Development Goals; businesses around the globe are launching into action to lead the world in creating a positive and sustainable future.
  • However, the actions of these companies cannot and must not go unnoticed; such ground-breaking steps must be made public and clear to provide a blueprint to others in their respective sectors.
  • At TBD Media Group, we are dedicated to discovering the human stories and inspirational visions that motivate such incredible brands to commit to making a difference in today's world.
  • TBD Media Group is an international purpose driven media group that helps companies, organisations and governments tell their brand stories in a human and direct way.

TBD Media Group: Brands and Businesses Building a Blueprint for a Green and Sustainable Future

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, December 9, 2020

Responding to the results of climate change and the call to action from governments, the general public, and organisations like the United Nations with its Sustainable Development Goals; businesses around the globe are launching into action to lead the world in creating a positive and sustainable future.

Key Points: 
  • Responding to the results of climate change and the call to action from governments, the general public, and organisations like the United Nations with its Sustainable Development Goals; businesses around the globe are launching into action to lead the world in creating a positive and sustainable future.
  • However, the actions of these companies cannot and must not go unnoticed; such ground-breaking steps must be made public and clear to provide a blueprint to others in their respective sectors.
  • At TBD Media Group, we are dedicated to discovering the human stories and inspirational visions that motivate such incredible brands to commit to making a difference in today's world.
  • TBD Media Group is an international purpose driven media group that helps companies, organisations and governments tell their brand stories in a human and direct way.

Sigma is Awarded a Binding Commitment for a Development Bank Credit Line of C$18,750,000 on ESG Attributes and Publishes Third Quarter Results

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Monday, December 7, 2020

The closing of the Development Credit Line is subject to the negotiation of definitive documentation and other customary closing conditions, followed by final credit approval for draw-drowns.

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  • The closing of the Development Credit Line is subject to the negotiation of definitive documentation and other customary closing conditions, followed by final credit approval for draw-drowns.
  • Undoubtedly, supporting the mining industry with an ESG perspective is one of the catalysts for sustainable development.
  • As a development bank, we are confident in the success of the Sigma project, which has proved effective in aligning the economic value creation with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.
  • The funds for the Development Credit Line are being provided by global multilateral agencies for which the BDMG acts as a disbursement agent.

Honduras announces reconstruction and recovery plan after major natural disaster amid the pandemic

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Friday, November 20, 2020

During the virtual conference, Hernndez outlined the roadmap to be followed and the urgent need for resources to complement humanitarian aid and undertake the reconstruction of the affected areas.

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  • During the virtual conference, Hernndez outlined the roadmap to be followed and the urgent need for resources to complement humanitarian aid and undertake the reconstruction of the affected areas.
  • "I feel there is a strong will at the multilateral credit organizations and the G-16 group in assisting Honduras" President Hernandez said.
  • Honduras action plan for the recovery consists of 3 stages: an immediate response to take care of the basic need of the affected population, the rehabilitation of damaged infrastructure and last, the plan will focus on the reconstruction of Honduras.
  • "Our goal is to attend the basic needs of about 60,000 to 70,000 families who practically lost everything.

Together for Safer Roads (TSR) Along with Partners AB InBev, PepsiCo & Republic Services Announce Launch of Future Fleets: Truck of the Future Initiative

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Monday, November 16, 2020

Partners and advisors include UPS, the NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services, which oversees the city's fleet, and experts from leading truck safety research agencies.

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  • Partners and advisors include UPS, the NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services, which oversees the city's fleet, and experts from leading truck safety research agencies.
  • We must make meaningful progress towards the 2030 agenda, and bringing together these influential partners is part of our unique contribution."
  • "Republic Services operates one of the nation's largest fleets, and safety is our number one priority," said Jim Olson, Republic Services vice president of safety.
  • TSR's members include AB InBev, AT&T, CalAmp, Geotab, Lyft, Marsh, PepsiCo, Republic Services, Samsara, UPS and others.

ADTRAN First to Release Immersive Smart Home Service Delivery Gateway Portfolio Based on Open Standards

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Tuesday, November 10, 2020

ADTRAN, Inc. , (NASDAQ:ADTN), a leading provider of innovative business and residential connectivity solutions, today announced its portfolio of Service Delivery Gateways (SDGs).

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  • ADTRAN, Inc. , (NASDAQ:ADTN), a leading provider of innovative business and residential connectivity solutions, today announced its portfolio of Service Delivery Gateways (SDGs).
  • The portfolio will seamlessly integrate with Mosaic One, offering ISPs a comprehensive single pane view of their access and smart home network.
  • This streamlines network management and troubleshooting, as well as the analysis of bandwidth usage patterns to support a more immersive broadband environment.
  • ADTRAN solutions are currently in use by service providers, private enterprises, government organizations and millions of individual users worldwide.

Honduras and IMF successfully concluded third review of the economic program under the Stand-By Arrangement

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Monday, November 2, 2020

IMF mission highlighted the commitment of Honduras Government to fiscal prudence responses to the pandemic needed to foster strong and inclusive growth.

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  • IMF mission highlighted the commitment of Honduras Government to fiscal prudence responses to the pandemic needed to foster strong and inclusive growth.
  • 'IMF staff and the Honduran authorities held productive discussions regarding Fund support for the authorities' economic policies, including the evolving policy response to the pandemic.
  • Subject to approval by the IMF Executive Board, staff proposes completing the third review, which would allow a disbursement of SDR 62.5 million (about $88 million)" said the statement.
  • Minister of finance Marco Midence highlighted that this agreement is an outstanding achievement and it will allow Honduras to access concessional credit amidst the economic social and economic reactivation of the country.

Snyk Achieves CarbonNeutral® Company Certification

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Wednesday, October 21, 2020

BOSTON, Oct. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Cloud native application security company Snyk , has achieved CarbonNeutral company certification in accordance with The CarbonNeutral Protocol , the leading global framework for carbon neutrality.

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  • BOSTON, Oct. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Cloud native application security company Snyk , has achieved CarbonNeutral company certification in accordance with The CarbonNeutral Protocol , the leading global framework for carbon neutrality.
  • To achieve this certification, Snyk worked with Natural Capital Partners, the leading experts on carbon neutrality and climate finance.
  • Snyk announces this certification during SnykCon , its first virtual user conference, free to all registrants and with 100% of proceeds benefiting the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, an organization committed to tackling society's toughest challenges.
  • The company works with global customers of all sizes to empower developers to automatically integrate security throughout their existing workflows.

WJD Management Celebrates 36 Years Supporting Foreign Service Officers and their Residential Property Management needs

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Tuesday, October 20, 2020

FAIRFAX, Va., Oct. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --WJD Management is proud to announce 36 years supporting Foreign Service Officers (FSOs) and their residential property management needs.

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  • FAIRFAX, Va., Oct. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --WJD Management is proud to announce 36 years supporting Foreign Service Officers (FSOs) and their residential property management needs.
  • WJD is honored to reflect upon their excellent reputation in the Foreign Service Community marked by years of commitment and service in residential property management.
  • Based in Old Town Fairfax, Virginia, WJD Management is particularly focused on the needs of FSOs because they recognize that when a FSO homeowner has to relocate overseas, they need to locate a property management firm quickly.
  • He explains, "By definition, people in the Foreign Service don't live here so if they've made the decision to hire professional property management, they want to hire the best.