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Eco Depot Inc receives endorsement from The Federation of Latin American Cities, Municipal Associations (FLACMA) as a result of United Nations Conference (UNWTO)

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021

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Likewise, it has participated in the activities of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and the United Nation's Children's Fund (UNICEF).

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Likewise, it has participated in the activities of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and the United Nation's Children's Fund (UNICEF).
The Latin American Federation of Cities, Municipalities and Municipal Associations (FLACMA) is a proactive organization of free adherence representing the 16,132 municipalities, cities and local government associations, networks, and unions municipalities of Latin America and the Caribbean.
It is also an object of concern for the Municipal Associations in each of the Latin American countries.
Hence the interest of the Advisory Council of the Latin American Federation of Municipalities in this type of solution.

PharmaJet Announces Addition of Paul LaBarre as VP Global Business Development

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Tuesday, June 15, 2021

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PharmaJet , the maker of innovative, needle-free injection technology, today announced that Paul LaBarre has joined the leadership team as Vice President, Global Business Development.

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PharmaJet , the maker of innovative, needle-free injection technology, today announced that Paul LaBarre has joined the leadership team as Vice President, Global Business Development.
Mr. LaBarre is a global business executive with over 20 years of global health experience across the innovation value chain including strategy, research, product development, and strategic business development, most notably with UNICEF and PATH.
Chris Cappello, President and CEO, PharmaJet Inc. said, We are very pleased to add Mr. LaBarre to the PharmaJet leadership team.
Since 1997 Mr. LaBarre has held key business development roles at prominent healthcare support organizations including UNICEF and PATH, in addition to other health related organizations.

CGTN: Peng Liyuan calls for global efforts in AIDS and TB prevention and treatment

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Tuesday, June 8, 2021

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Peng said the global fight against AIDS and TB has achieved remarkable results in recent years thanks to the concerted efforts made by the international community.

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Peng said the global fight against AIDS and TB has achieved remarkable results in recent years thanks to the concerted efforts made by the international community.
China has gradually established a cooperation mechanism between prevention and control institutions of AIDS and TB, she said.
Peng also shared some touching stories and expressed her respect for people and volunteers worldwide who have contributed to the prevention and treatment of the diseases.
Major communicable diseases are among the common challenges facing mankind, and it is people's common wish to end the threats of AIDS and TB, said Peng.

CGTN: Peng Liyuan calls for global efforts in AIDS and TB prevention and treatment

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Tuesday, June 8, 2021

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Peng said the global fight against AIDS and TB has achieved remarkable results in recent years thanks to the concerted efforts made by the international community.

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Peng said the global fight against AIDS and TB has achieved remarkable results in recent years thanks to the concerted efforts made by the international community.
China has gradually established a cooperation mechanism between prevention and control institutions of AIDS and TB, she said.
Peng also shared some touching stories and expressed her respect for people and volunteers worldwide who have contributed to the prevention and treatment of the diseases.
Major communicable diseases are among the common challenges facing mankind, and it is people's common wish to end the threats of AIDS and TB, said Peng.

A Vision for Canada’s Children, Youth and Families Released Today

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Friday, May 14, 2021

Articles, UNICEF, United Nations Development Group, United Nations Economic and Social Council, Organizations, Millennials

b'OTTAWA, May 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- To mark International Day of Families, an unprecedented, collaborative vision for Canada\xe2\x80\x99s future was released, creating a foundation for a better tomorrow for generations to come.

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b'OTTAWA, May 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- To mark International Day of Families, an unprecedented, collaborative vision for Canada\xe2\x80\x99s future was released, creating a foundation for a better tomorrow for generations to come.
\xe2\x80\x9cThis pandemic has been really hard, and having a way forward means a lot to my generation.\xe2\x80\x9d\nYou can read the Inspiring Healthy Futures vision: here\nUNICEF Canada\xe2\x80\x99s One Youth is working to make Canada the best place in the world to grow up in.
UNICEF Canada\xe2\x80\x99s One Youth brings that work to Canada by measuring child and youth well-being, and advocating for the right to a childhood.\nChildren\xe2\x80\x99s Healthcare Canada is a national association representing health service delivery organizations serving children and youth across the continuum of care.
Through purposeful partnerships, Children\xe2\x80\x99s Healthcare Canada accelerates excellence and innovation in health systems caring for children and youth.\n'

Love My Neighbour Partners with UNICEF to Invite Every Canadian to Gift A Vaccine Forward

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Wednesday, May 5, 2021

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This includes the per-person cost to transport the vaccines, protect the cold chain, train health workers and safely dispose of waste.

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This includes the per-person cost to transport the vaccines, protect the cold chain, train health workers and safely dispose of waste.
We must be better neighbours," said Sara Hildebrand, Executive Director of Millennium Kids and Project Coordinator of the Love My Neighbour project.
We work in the most challenging areas to provide protection, healthcare and immunizations, education, safe water and sanitation and nutrition.
While part of the UN system, UNICEF relies entirely on voluntary donations to finance our life-saving work.

CIBC donates $100,000 to UNICEF to support COVID-19 relief efforts in India

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Friday, April 30, 2021

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"We are committed to doing our part to help those who are working tirelessly to provide immediate relief and save lives.

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"We are committed to doing our part to help those who are working tirelessly to provide immediate relief and save lives.
Together, we will work to increase access to critical life-saving medical care and supplies,"said David Morley, President and CEO, UNICEF Canada.\nCanadians wishing to support relief efforts can donate to UNICEF Canada .
With UNICEF\'s established supply chains and expertise, teams in 14 field offices across India are ready to procure and distribute these life-saving essentials.
Ongoing news releases and more information about CIBC can be found at www.cibc.com/en/about-cibc/media-centre.html .\n'

For the First Time the Unions of Arab Banks, Technology and Chambers Operating Under the League of Arab States Join Forces with GCEL to Empower The Digital Economy Between the Arab Nations and Their Trade Partners

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Wednesday, March 31, 2021

The DEP innovation will increase the Arab goods and services trade by USD 1.1 trillion and generate more than 20 million jobs by 2031.

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The DEP innovation will increase the Arab goods and services trade by USD 1.1 trillion and generate more than 20 million jobs by 2031.
The three Unions and GCEL announced the MOU execution during the UAB-IMF High-Level Virtual Conference 'Financing Growth by Empowering the Digital Economy.
Conference attendees included officials from 10 Arab Central Banks and the Arab League.
During the conference, Mr. Wissam Fattouh, UAB Secretary-General, called for the Arab region's Digital Economy transformation to diversify its economies and achieve sustained economic growth.

Global Civic Services Market Report 2021-2030 Featuring Major Players - Southern Baptist Churches; World Food Programme; UNICEF; The Salvation Army and Feeding America

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Thursday, March 18, 2021

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DUBLIN, March 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Civic Services Global Market Report 2021: COVID-19 Impact and Recovery to 2030" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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DUBLIN, March 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Civic Services Global Market Report 2021: COVID-19 Impact and Recovery to 2030" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
Major companies in the civic services market include Southern Baptist Churches; World Food Programme; UNICEF; The Salvation Army and Feeding America.
Asia Pacific was the largest region in the global civic services market, accounting for 36% of the market in 2020.
North America was the second largest region accounting for 32% of the global civic services market.

Press Release - The Republic of Suriname

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Wednesday, March 17, 2021

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PARAMARIBO, Suriname, March 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Republic of Suriname (the "Republic") is in the process of reaching consensus with the International Monetary Fund (the "IMF") staff on the macro-fiscal framework and policy commitments to underpin an IMF-supported program.

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PARAMARIBO, Suriname, March 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Republic of Suriname (the "Republic") is in the process of reaching consensus with the International Monetary Fund (the "IMF") staff on the macro-fiscal framework and policy commitments to underpin an IMF-supported program.
The IMF staff conducted an official virtual mission between January 25 and February 9, 2021, where the IMF team met with officials of the Republic, as well as a broad set of representatives of the private sector, members of the parliament, labor unions, and civil society.
The extended payment deferral period will provide additional time for the Republic to conduct orderly negotiations with the holders of the 2023 Notes, 2026 Notes, and other international creditors after staff-level agreement is reached with the objective of defining a sustainable, comprehensive and consensual treatment of the Republic's external debt.
The Republic remains committed to a good faith and transparent restructuring process with all of the Republic's creditors.