International organizations

Malaysia Data Center Market Investment Report 2021-2026 Featuring Key Investors Such as AIMS Data Centre, Bridge Data Centres, Keppel Data Centres, NTT Global Data Centers, Regal Orion, & VADS

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Thursday, June 17, 2021
Countries, Computer data storage, Computer storage devices, International organizations, Non-volatile memory, Solid-state drive, Malaysia

Malaysia data center market size will witness investments of USD 1.4 billion by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 7% during 2021-2026.

Key Points: 
  • Malaysia data center market size will witness investments of USD 1.4 billion by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 7% during 2021-2026.
  • Malaysia is a mature market for data centers and has a strong presence in the Southeast Asian region.
  • The Malaysia data center market will witness the installation of hybrid storage systems that include high-performance HDD and SSDs.
  • Malaysia data center market comprises several IT infrastructure providers, construction contractors and sub-contractors, support infrastructure providers, and investors.

assistek Announces Official Partnership with Denmark-Based Crown Tech to Expand Footprint on a Global Scale

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Thursday, June 17, 2021
Organizations, Articles, International organizations, Confederations, European Union

This partnership will further expand the global capabilities of assisTek and give our EU partners enhanced, on-the-continent resources to leverage in their research trials," stated Jon Osifchin, Vice President of Technology for assisTek.

Key Points: 
  • This partnership will further expand the global capabilities of assisTek and give our EU partners enhanced, on-the-continent resources to leverage in their research trials," stated Jon Osifchin, Vice President of Technology for assisTek.
  • With extensive investment into the platform in recent years, this partnership marks yet another milestone in a long history of solid performance from assisTek.
  • Crown Tech will bring design, technology, and a regional presence into the EU as assisTek expands its global reach.
  • Therefore, Crown Tech strengthened the collaboration with assisTek throughout this partnership."

Women of Commonwealth Initiative Emphasizes Commitment to Inclusion and Community

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Finance, Consulting, Women, Consumer, Professional services, Intergovernmental organizations, Commonwealth of Nations, Political history of Canada, International organizations

With this goal in mind, the Women of Commonwealth initiative launched earlier this year.

Key Points: 
  • With this goal in mind, the Women of Commonwealth initiative launched earlier this year.
  • Backed by a dedicated internal steering committee that shares ideas, knowledge, and talent, as well as an advisory council of 17 women advisors, whose varied backgrounds and expertise provide unique perspectives, the Women of Commonwealth initiative supports women advisors in achieving their personal and business-related goals, builds allies, and strengthens the Commonwealth community as a whole.
  • Women are uniquely positioned to excel within the financial advisory industry, but are significantly underrepresented, said Jessica Fougere, vice president, conferences, events, and community engagement.
  • Continuing to level the playing field is not only the right thing to do; investing in this community will undeniably lead to a stronger Commonwealth and better world.

LuminUltra named 2021 Company of the Year by Water Canada

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Countries, International organizations, World, Canada, UST

FREDERICTON, NB, June 16, 2021 /CNW/ - LuminUltra has been named '2021 Company of the Year' by Water Canada's Water's Next awards program, which recognizes individuals, projects, and technologies that have made significant contributions to the water industry in Canada and beyond.

Key Points: 
  • FREDERICTON, NB, June 16, 2021 /CNW/ - LuminUltra has been named '2021 Company of the Year' by Water Canada's Water's Next awards program, which recognizes individuals, projects, and technologies that have made significant contributions to the water industry in Canada and beyond.
  • LuminUltra is proud to be recognized by Water Canada for our most recent innovations in world-class environmental testing for COVID-19, building on our decades-long position as leaders in the global water industry.
  • When the Prime Minister of Canada asked businesses in Canada for help in the fight against COVID-19 in early 2020, we responded immediately.
  • "It is an honour to once again be recognized by Water Canada, and LuminUltra is very proud to continue to be part of innovations and excellence in Canada's water community."

Latest news - BECA focusses on National Cancer Control Programmes (NCCPs) on 16 June 2021 - Special Committee on Beating Cancer

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Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Organizations, Articles, International organizations, Confederations, European Union

On Wednesday 16 June, the BECA Committee will discuss National Cancer Control Programmes with representatives of the WHO Regional Office for Europe, the coordinator of the European Partnership for Action Against Cancer (EPAAC

Key Points: 
  • On Wednesday 16 June, the BECA Committee will discuss National Cancer Control Programmes with representatives of the WHO Regional Office for Europe, the coordinator of the European Partnership for Action Against Cancer (EPAAC

    ), the European Guide on Quality Improvement in Comprehensive Cancer Control (CanCon

    ) and Innovative Partnership for Action Against Cancer (iPAAC

    ) Joint Actions, representatives of selected EU Member States, as well as the Portuguese Presidency and the European Commission.

  • The discussion will focus on the preparation and implementation of the National Cancer Control Programmes (NCCPs), the role of the WHO and the Joint Actions, Member States' efforts, and the role of NCCPs in Europe's Beating Cancer Plan.

Introduction of Bill C-32, an Act for the Substantive Equality of French and English and the Strengthening of the Official Languages Act

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Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Countries, Bilingualism in Canada, Government of Canada, International organizations, English language in Canada, French language in Canada, Official bilingualism in Canada, Official Languages Act, Substantive equality, Canada, Official language

The introduction of the bill is a major milestone in paving the way for substantive equality of Canada's two official languages.

Key Points: 
  • The introduction of the bill is a major milestone in paving the way for substantive equality of Canada's two official languages.
  • I am proud to introduce this bill that aims to advance the equality of status and use of our two official languages.
  • The first federal Official Languages Act, adopted in 1969, declared English and French as the two official languages of Parliament and of the Government of Canada.
  • On June15, the Government of Canada introduced Bill C-32, an Act for the Substantive Equality of French and English and the Strengthening of the Official Languages Act.

Highlights - Opinion to AFCO on the 2021 Report on European Political Parties - Committee on Budgetary Control

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Monday, June 14, 2021
Organizations, Articles, European political party, International organizations, European Union

EP

Key Points: 
  • EP
    Pursuant to Article 38 of the Regulation 1141/2014 on the statute and funding of European political parties and European political foundations, Parliament has to adopt a report on its application before the end of 2021 and every year thereafter.
  • The report may include suggestions for amendments, where appropriate.
  • In her draft opinion, the Draftsperson notably highlighted that the funding of EU political parties and foundations had to be transparent and also to support exclusively political activities in line with EU values.
  • She also stressed that the co-funding level can be challenging for EU political parties and called for a reduction of the required own resources for parties to 5% of the eligible expenditure.

Metaspectral Wins Competitive Canadian Defence Contract

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Monday, June 14, 2021
Countries, International organizations, World, Department of National Defence, Tissera, Canada, Computer security, Canadian Armed Forces

A lookout must spot and quickly identify navigational hazards or other threats," said Metaspectral CTO, Migel Tissera.

Key Points: 
  • A lookout must spot and quickly identify navigational hazards or other threats," said Metaspectral CTO, Migel Tissera.
  • "Metaspectral is proud to be supporting the important safety and security operations of our brave Canadian armed forces," added Tissera.
  • Learn more: https://metaspectral.com/
    IDEaS is a defence innovation program announced in Canada's defence policy: Strong, Secure, Engaged.
  • It commits the Canadian government to $1.6 billion of investment in innovations for defence and security over the next 20 years.

G7 Carbis Bay Health Declaration’s Commitment to Respond to Future Pandemics in 100 Days Commendable, says PGPHC

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Monday, June 14, 2021
Public policy, Government, Infectious diseases, Health, Other Policy Issues, Group of Seven, World, International organizations

We also support the G7 leaders call for an expert-driven, transparent and independent process to investigate outbreaks of unknown origin.

Key Points: 
  • We also support the G7 leaders call for an expert-driven, transparent and independent process to investigate outbreaks of unknown origin.
  • We are concerned that the G7 Declaration suggests that accountability and compliance can be achieved through existing evaluation methods.
  • We are encouraged by the G7 leaders commitment to a multilateral consensus for health security by supporting a potential treaty.
  • Pandemics affect all of government and all of society, including security, finance, economy, health, labor, education, social welfare, and much more.

Canada Life calling for input to help shape new Student Success Drive

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Monday, June 14, 2021
Countries, International organizations, World, Canada, Great-West Lifeco, Teacher

WINNIPEG, MB, June 14, 2021 /CNW/ - Today, Canada Life is calling on students, teachers, and communities across Canada to provide input to help shape their new Student Success Drive, which will collect donations for much needed programs or school supplies.

Key Points: 
  • WINNIPEG, MB, June 14, 2021 /CNW/ - Today, Canada Life is calling on students, teachers, and communities across Canada to provide input to help shape their new Student Success Drive, which will collect donations for much needed programs or school supplies.
  • That's why for our annual Student Success Drive, this year we're asking all Canadians, including teachers, students, and their families exactly what students need to succeed in virtual or in-person classes," said Jeff Macoun, President and COO, Canada, for Canada Life.
  • Canada Life employees and the public will have the opportunity to donate to the Student Success Drive, which will run from Aug. 2 to 11, 2021.
  • On January 1, 2020, Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life became one company Canada Life, and today, we proudly serve more than 12 million customer relationships from coast to coast to coast.