International organizations

UNESCO lauds the return of "historic" Saudi-initiated cultural meeting during Italian G20

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Saturday, July 31, 2021
Countries, World, International organizations, Saudi Arabia, G20

A Ministerial Declaration on culture will be adopted by the G20 members.

Key Points: 
  • A Ministerial Declaration on culture will be adopted by the G20 members.
  • It is expected that Ministers will agree to strengthenrulescombattingillicit trafficking of cultural propertyand give greater prominenceto the role ofcultureas a driver ofclimate action, particularly the preservation of cultural heritage.
  • They are also likely to promise greater investmentin culture-related education, training, employmentand provide greater access to culture online.
  • Saudi Arabia, which is undergoing a cultural transformation as part of Vison 2030, has made great strides towards preserving and developing its cultural sector.

The Canadian Steel Producers Associations Applauds Federal Investment in Green Steel at ArcelorMittal Dofasco

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Friday, July 30, 2021
Countries, International organizations, World, Advanced Micro Devices, Canada

“As evidenced by today’s announcement at AMD, Canada’s steel producers will continue to play a significant role in the greening of critical supply chains across North America. All segments of the economy -- from automotive to manufacturing and from construction to energy -- are looking for green solutions,” said Cobden. “Canadian steel producers are committed to being the green supplier of choice.”

Key Points: 
  • Todays announcement builds on Canadas existing, impressive track record of producing some of the greenest, cleanest steel in the world.
  • This investment will deliver substantial climate improvements for AMD, the City of Hamilton and our country as a whole.
  • Canadian steel producers are committed to being the green supplier of choice.
  • Canadian steel producers are integral to Canada's economy and a vital supplier to many segments of North American industry, including the automotive, energy, construction, and transportation sectors.

Key Trends and Opportunities in the Brazilian Construction Market to 2025: Despite Ongoing COVID-19 Crisis, 4.1% Growth is Forecast for 2021 and 3.6% for 2022 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, July 30, 2021
Construction & Property, Other Construction & Property, Countries, International organizations, World, CAC 40, Vinci SA, Brazil

The "Construction in Brazil - Key Trends and Opportunities to 2025 (Q2 2021)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Construction in Brazil - Key Trends and Opportunities to 2025 (Q2 2021)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Brazil's construction output is now forecast to grow by 4.1% in 2021 and 3.6% in 2022, following a decline of 7% last year.
  • Vinci, the French construction, and concessions company won seven of the 22 airport concessions, while Brazilian companies won the remainder.
  • Historical (2016-2020) and forecast (2021-2025) valuations of the construction industry in Brazil, featuring details of key growth drivers.

Emeakpo Ojonah Leads Business Development at Energy Quest

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Countries, Articles, International organizations, Energy economics, Energy development, Energy industry, Petroleum, Nigeria

ALPHARETTA, Ga., July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Emeakpo Ojonah, an energy executive with more than 15 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, has joined Energy Quest as Business Development Manager.

Key Points: 
  • ALPHARETTA, Ga., July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Emeakpo Ojonah, an energy executive with more than 15 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, has joined Energy Quest as Business Development Manager.
  • Energy Quest, founded in 2013, is currently operating in Nigeria, where it provides oilfield services to some of the world's largest oil companies, as well as local, independent operators.
  • In his new role, Mr. Ojonah is responsible for diversifying Energy Quest's product lines within Nigeria and expanding the company's services to other sub-Saharan African countries and North America.
  • Mr. Ojonah is a member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers and has contributed original scientific advancements to the energy industry.

Federal Government of Nigeria Unveils Its VOARS London Declaration Facilities

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Countries, International organizations, World, Economic Community of West African States, Nigeria, Abuja

LONDON, July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Federal Government of Nigeria today unveiledits VOARS London Declaration Facilities which administer, in London, the VoluntaryOffshoreAssetsRegularization Scheme of Nigeria .

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Federal Government of Nigeria today unveiledits VOARS London Declaration Facilities which administer, in London, the VoluntaryOffshoreAssetsRegularization Scheme of Nigeria .
  • Declarations of offshore assets held anywhere in the world may be made at any of the declaration facilities in Abuja, Dubai or London.
  • All proceeds are transparently invested in infrastructure development in Nigeria through the Nigeria Essential Infrastructure Fund (NEIF).
  • Gary Ashford, a Tax Partner of London law firm Harbottle & Lewis, which hosts VOARS Special Clearance Facility highlighted the global drive against undeclared assets, the benefits to United Kingdom as a jurisdiction for VOARS Declaration Facilities and the similarity between UK's Lichtenstein Disclosure Facility of past years and Nigeria's VOARS London Declaration Facilities.

Esther Benyeogo Emerges as the Winner of the Voice Nigeria Season 3

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Sunday, July 25, 2021
Countries, International organizations, World, Airtel Networks Limited, Bharti Airtel, Nigeria, Baba Ijebu, Lagos

LAGOS, Nigeria, July 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Esther Benyeogo emerged the winner of season 3 of the international talent show, The Voice Nigeria, on Saturday, 24 July 2021, after 18 weeks of breathtaking performances.

Key Points: 
  • LAGOS, Nigeria, July 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Esther Benyeogo emerged the winner of season 3 of the international talent show, The Voice Nigeria, on Saturday, 24 July 2021, after 18 weeks of breathtaking performances.
  • Speaking on her win, Esther stated: "I am grateful to The Voice Nigeria and my fans out there for this amazing experience.
  • The Voice Nigeria Season 3 with all its excitement was produced for the first time in Nigeria by Livespot360 and UN1TY Limited.
  • The Voice Nigeria Season 3 was proudly sponsored by First Bank, Baba Ijebu, Airtel Nigeria, and snack sponsor Minimie.

Esther Benyeogo Emerges as the Winner of the Voice Nigeria Season 3

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Sunday, July 25, 2021
Countries, International organizations, World, Airtel Networks Limited, Bharti Airtel, Nigeria, Baba Ijebu, Lagos

LAGOS, Nigeria, July 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Esther Benyeogo emerged the winner of season 3 of the international talent show, The Voice Nigeria, on Saturday, 24 July 2021, after 18 weeks of breathtaking performances.

Key Points: 
  • LAGOS, Nigeria, July 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Esther Benyeogo emerged the winner of season 3 of the international talent show, The Voice Nigeria, on Saturday, 24 July 2021, after 18 weeks of breathtaking performances.
  • Speaking on her win, Esther stated: "I am grateful to The Voice Nigeria and my fans out there for this amazing experience.
  • The Voice Nigeria Season 3 with all its excitement was produced for the first time in Nigeria by Livespot360 and UN1TY Limited.
  • The Voice Nigeria Season 3 was proudly sponsored by First Bank, Baba Ijebu, Airtel Nigeria, and snack sponsor Minimie.

Highlights - Frontex Scrutiny Working Group - Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs

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Sunday, July 25, 2021
Organizations, Articles, International organizations, Agencies of the European Union, European Border and Coast Guard, European Border and Coast Guard Agency, Strik, Tineke, European Union, Border control

The report with conclusions and recommendations, was drafted by Tineke STRIK (Greens, NL) and was discussed in the Civil Liberties Committee on 15 July 2021.

Key Points: 
  • The report with conclusions and recommendations, was drafted by Tineke STRIK (Greens, NL) and was discussed in the Civil Liberties Committee on 15 July 2021.
  • You can find the report below.
  • The annex of the report will be soon published here, as well.
  • The Frontex Scrutiny Working Group's mandate is to permanently monitor all aspects of the functioning of Frontex, including its reinforced role and resources for integrated border management, the correct application of the EU acquis, and its execution of Regulations (EU) 2019/1896 and 656/2014.

Air Canada Reports Second Quarter 2021 Results

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Friday, July 23, 2021
Countries, Airlines, International organizations, Air Canada, Saint-Laurent, Quebec, Star Alliance, Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization, Canada, Line 5 Eglinton

MONTREAL, July 23, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada today reported financial results for the second quarter 2021.

Key Points: 
  • MONTREAL, July 23, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada today reported financial results for the second quarter 2021.
  • In the second quarter of 2021, Air Canada increased its ASM capacity by 78 per cent compared to the second quarter of 2020 (a reduction of 86 per cent when compared to the second quarter of 2019).
  • In the second quarter of 2021, Air Canada concluded the following financing transactions:
    On April 12, 2021, Air Canada entered into a series of debt and equity financing agreements with the Government of Canada (acting through Canada Enterprise Emergency Funding Corporation) which allows Air Canada to access up to $5.879 billion in liquidity through the Large Employer Emergency Financing Facility (LEEFF) program.
  • Air Canada excludes special items from EBITDA as these items may distort the analysis of certain business trends and render comparative analysis to other airlines less meaningful.Refer to the "Non-GAAP Financial Measures" section in Air Canada's Second Quarter 2021 MD&A for a discussion of special items relating to the second quarter of 2021.

Government of Canada making significant progress and investments to protect Canada's oceans

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
Countries, International organizations, World, Canada, Conservation biology, Water supply and sanitation in Canada, Sustainable Development Goal 14

Canada has made significant progress in marine conservation in the last six years, working in partnership with coastal communities and provincial, territorial, and Indigenous governments.

Key Points: 
  • Canada has made significant progress in marine conservation in the last six years, working in partnership with coastal communities and provincial, territorial, and Indigenous governments.
  • In 2015, the Government of Canada announced a target to protect ten per cent of our oceans by 2020.
  • The Government of Canada has made significant commitments to protect not only 25% of our oceans, but also 25% our land and freshwater.
  • The Government of Canada has committed to conserving 25 per cent of Canada's land and oceans by 2025.