Ambassador

From Runway to Reef: JetBlue Flights Take Off to Belize Today

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, December 6, 2023

JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) today announced it has officially launched service between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) in Belize City, Belize, with the first flight arriving in Belize this afternoon.

Key Points: 
  • JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) today announced it has officially launched service between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) in Belize City, Belize, with the first flight arriving in Belize this afternoon.
  • “We’re thrilled to add Belize to our growing network and offer our customers more choices to experience unique and popular destinations,” said David Jehn, vice president, network planning and airline partnerships, JetBlue.
  • This year alone, already over 250,000 Americans and counting have passed through this airport, representing two-thirds of all overnight visitors to Belize.
  • With JetBlue’s entrance into Belize City, JetBlue becomes the only airline to offer nonstop service from New York’s JFK to Belize.

Saudi Fund for Development Provides $100 Million Development Loan for the Rogun Hydropower Project

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Sultan Al-Marshad, signed a new development loan agreement with the Minister of Finance of the Republic of Tajikistan, H.E.

Key Points: 
  • Sultan Al-Marshad, signed a new development loan agreement with the Minister of Finance of the Republic of Tajikistan, H.E.
  • Kahhorzoda Fayziddin Sattor, through which SFD is contributing $100 million USD to fund the Rogun Hydropower Project, a landmark initiative that will enhance energy, food, and water security, and foster sustainable development in the country.
  • With this landmark development loan, SFD is not just supporting Tajikistan's energy future, but also its sustainable development and the well-being of its people.
  • The Rogun Hydropower Project is a beacon of hope for a bright future that is powered by clean, renewable energy.

African Development Bank, African Guarantee Fund Kick Off Affirmative Finance Action for Women in Africa (AFAWA) Finance Series in Kenya to Unlock Financing for Women-Led Enterprises

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, November 23, 2023

The AFAWA initiative seeks to increase women’s access to finance in the continent by bridging the $42 billion financing gap for women-led and owned small and medium enterprises.

Key Points: 
  • The AFAWA initiative seeks to increase women’s access to finance in the continent by bridging the $42 billion financing gap for women-led and owned small and medium enterprises.
  • The AFAWA Finance Series will emphasise the tangible benefits of gender financing for women-led small and medium enterprises, financial institutions, the Kenyan Government and policymakers.
  • The Series explores ways to enhance regulatory frameworks that can boost access to finance for women-led small and medium enterprises.
  • Roberto Natali, Ambassador of Italy to Kenya and Her Excellency Caroline Vicini, Ambassador of Sweden to Kenya.

Dubai International Chamber Enhances Its Presence in Asia With Inauguration of New International Representative Office in Japan

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, November 16, 2023

Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has enhanced its growing presence in Asia with the official launch of a new office in Japan.

Key Points: 
  • Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has enhanced its growing presence in Asia with the official launch of a new office in Japan.
  • The move further strengthens the emirate’s robust economic relationship with Japan and will facilitate the growth of bilateral business, trade, and investments.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231116011420/en/
    Ribbon-cutting ceremony during the inauguration of Dubai International Chamber’s new office in Tokyo yesterday with the participation of Mr. Ishii Taku, Parliamentary Vice-Minister of Economy, Trade, and Industry; H.E.
  • Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, said: “Establishing a presence in Japan represents a significant step in our global expansion strategy.

KAILASA Collaborates with UN for Free Education Globally

Retrieved on: 
Monday, December 18, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On December 8, 2023, Princesses and Ambassadors from the United States of KAILASA represented The Supreme Pontiff of Hinduism (SPH) Bhagavan Nithyananda Paramashivam at the "GEN Z take on education" event at the United Nations, Geneva. Hosted by the United Nations Human Rights Office, the event commemorated the 25th anniversary of the Special Rapporteur on the right to education.

Key Points: 
  • Hosted by the United Nations Human Rights Office, the event commemorated the 25th anniversary of the Special Rapporteur on the right to education.
  • KAILASA's Nithyananda Raja Vidya Gurukul, an ancient Hindu enlightenment-based education system within KAILASA, revived by SPH Bhagavan Nithyananda Paramashivam, has provided free quality education, E-learning, accommodation, and support to thousands for decades.
  • The Princesses of KAILASA advocated for the inclusion of Hindu enlightenment-based education to empower current and future generations with conscious education.
  • KAILASA's commitment to global free education aligns with its vision to cultivate an enlightened civilization, contributing significantly to the broader global economy.

EUROPEAN INITIATIVE FOR ENERGY SECURITY LAUNCHES EFFORT TO STRENGTHEN GLOBAL, ALLIED ENERGY AND INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY CHAINS

Retrieved on: 
Friday, December 15, 2023

The new geopolitical and economic reality has compelled Europe's leaders to broaden their focus, balancing national and economic security alongside energy transition goals.

Key Points: 
  • The new geopolitical and economic reality has compelled Europe's leaders to broaden their focus, balancing national and economic security alongside energy transition goals.
  • "Europe has begun a rather steep curve of learning on how to deal with energy security issues," said Ambassador Piebalgs.
  • EIES's launch paper examines Europe's strategic energy supply chain dependencies and vulnerabilities, identifying a path for derisking the energy transition while safeguarding industrial competitiveness.
  • To achieve this, "leaders must prioritise a joint, whole-supply chain European energy security strategy," said EIES Executive Director Albéric Mongrenier, highlighting the report's recommendations.

EUROPEAN INITIATIVE FOR ENERGY SECURITY LAUNCHES EFFORT TO STRENGTHEN GLOBAL, ALLIED ENERGY AND INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY CHAINS

Retrieved on: 
Friday, December 15, 2023

The new geopolitical and economic reality has compelled Europe's leaders to broaden their focus, balancing national and economic security alongside energy transition goals.

Key Points: 
  • The new geopolitical and economic reality has compelled Europe's leaders to broaden their focus, balancing national and economic security alongside energy transition goals.
  • "Europe has begun a rather steep curve of learning on how to deal with energy security issues," said Ambassador Piebalgs.
  • EIES's launch paper examines Europe's strategic energy supply chain dependencies and vulnerabilities, identifying a path for derisking the energy transition while safeguarding industrial competitiveness.
  • To achieve this, "leaders must prioritise a joint, whole-supply chain European energy security strategy," said EIES Executive Director Albéric Mongrenier, highlighting the report's recommendations.

COP28: Canada Daily Highlights - December 10, 2023

Retrieved on: 
Sunday, December 10, 2023

This collaborative effort aimed to raise the visibility of carbon pricing as a critical strategy in the global fight against climate change.

Key Points: 
  • This collaborative effort aimed to raise the visibility of carbon pricing as a critical strategy in the global fight against climate change.
  • Canada announced a major step forward at COP28 with the introduction of a draft fourth protocol under the Greenhouse Gas Offset Credit System.
  • Read 'Government of Canada announces new economic incentive to reduce methane emissions from beef cattle' for more information .
  • We are actually warming in Canada at twice the global rate, and northern communities in Canada are warming at three times the global rate.

Citizen Capital Names Robert C. O'Brien and Zalmay M. Khalilzad Global Advisory Board Members

Retrieved on: 
Friday, December 8, 2023

OKLAHOMA CITY, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Citizen Capital, a global investment advisory firm, network capital provider, and merchant investor, today announces new Global Advisory Board members Robert C. O'Brien, who will serve as chairman, and Zalmay M. Khalilzad.

Key Points: 
  • OKLAHOMA CITY, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Citizen Capital, a global investment advisory firm, network capital provider, and merchant investor, today announces new Global Advisory Board members Robert C. O'Brien, who will serve as chairman, and Zalmay M. Khalilzad.
  • "Ambassadors O'Brien and Khalilzad bring unrivaled experience in national security and diplomacy, along with leadership at the highest levels of government," said Citizen Capital Executive Chairman S. Bond Payne.
  • Citizen Capital is an Oklahoma-based global investment advisory firm, network capital provider, and merchant investor.
  • As the only global investment advisory firm in Oklahoma, the company seeks to organize capital for economic development and wealth creation in the State of Oklahoma.

Acelen Renewables gathers strategic partners for an innovative energy transition project

Retrieved on: 
Friday, December 8, 2023

DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Acelen Renewables hosted an event on Thursday, December 7, at the Museum of the Future in Dubai, aiming to globally present its pioneering project that will propel Brazil a step forward in the global energy transition. Newly created and announced during COP-28, the company enters the market with investments exceeding $2.5 billion. The primary focus will be on the production of renewable fuels, Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), and Renewable Diesel, derived from the Macauba - a native Brazilian plant with high energy potential. The company is a subsidiary of Acelen and is sponsored by Mubadala Capital, a global asset management company.

Key Points: 
  • At Thursday's event, global authorities and leaders had the opportunity to closely explore Acelen Renováveis' key initiatives towards the energy transition.
  • Very pleased to say that Acelen Renewables is already part of the seed of the future," commented Luiz de Mendonça, the company's CEO.
  • It's an economy that, with natural capital for energy transition, is becoming healthier, growing more than the rest of Latin America.
  • Acelen Renewables seized the importance of COP-28 to promote the signing of several contracts with strategic partners.