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Closing the Climate Finance Gap: Indonesia’s Ministry of Finance and Green Finance Institute, UK, Develop Governance Blueprint for the Sustainable Finance Committee
The Ministry of Finance, OJK, and Bank Indonesia are working to establish the Sustainable Finance Committee (SFC), as mandated by Law No. 4/2023, and are currently drafting a supporting government regulation. The Green Finance Institute (GFI), a...

Portuguese ship leads the inaugural parade of the UN Conference
The historic Portuguese cod fishing ship, built in 1937 and renovated in 2022, departed from Monaco late in the morning, arriving around 5 PM local time in Nice (4 PM Lisbon time) to participate in a parade. The fleet also included vessels from...

UN Ocean Conference sets sail in France on World Oceans Day
NICE, France — A fleet of 30 research and exploration vessels from around the world will set sail just off the French coastal city of Nice on Sunday to kick off the third United Nations Ocean Conference and pay tribute to World Oceans Day. The...

UN Ocean Conference sets sail off France on World Oceans Day
NICE – A fleet of 30 research and exploration vessels from around the world set sail just off the French coastal city of Nice on Sunday to kick off the third U.N. Ocean Conference and pay tribute to World Oceans Day. The event themed “Ocean...

UN Ocean Conference sets sail in France on World Oceans Day

IIT Bhilai partners with French Institute for International degree collaboration
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhilai has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Institut Mines-Tlcom (IMT) Nord Europe in France to enhance academic and research cooperation between India and France. The agreement was signed by...

Why Did the World Bank Visit Indonesia's Nusantara Capital City?
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Director of Global World Bank's Global Water Global Practice, Saroj Kumar Jha, visited the Nusantara Capital City (IKN) in East Kalimantan, Indonesia, on Sunday, June 8, 2025. Head of IKN Authority, Basuki Hadimuljono, said...

How Geopolitics is Shaping Global Trade in 2025
In 2025, geopolitics is deeply reshaping global trade wars, leading to both prospects and risks for all sizes of businesses. The growing trade protection, fragmentation of trade blocs, and geopolitical tensions are causing disruptions and...

'It just makes so much sense:' UBC economics expert continues push for high seas 'bank' to protect fish, ahead of UN conference
Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News Sunday is World Oceans Day and next week the third United Nations Ocean Conference will be held in France. Published Jun 08, 2025 • Last updated 12 hours ago • 3 minute read You can save this article by...

World News | Colombian President Vows to Find Mastermind After Senator Miguel Uribe Shot by Teen at Campaign Event
Bogota [Colombia], June 8 (ANI): Colombian senator and presidential hopeful Miguel Uribe is in critical condition after being shot at a campaign event in Bogota, allegedly by a 15-year-old boy, according to CNN. The 39-year-old opposition leader...

World News | Afghanistan: Retirees in Kabul Complain About Difficult Economic Situation, Demand Payment of Pensions
Kabul [Afghanistan], June 8 (ANI): A number of retirees in Afghanistan's capital, Kabul, complained about their difficult economic situation on the first day of Eid al-Adha, Tolo News reported. They criticised the delay in getting their pensions...

Rare global league: Rs 10,000 crore I-STAR project to put India in elite club of airborne battlefield intel
In a significant leap for India’s defense capabilities, the Indian Air Force is on the brink of acquiring advanced I-STAR (Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance) aircraft through a Rs 10,000 crore project soon to be...

Andhra Pradesh Government Increases Maximum Working Hours From 9 to 10 as Part of Ease of Doing Business and Attracting Investments
Amaravati, June 7: The TDP-led NDA government in Andhra Pradesh has decided to raise the maximum working hours from nine to 10 per day as part of ease of doing business and attracting investors. The Information and Public Relations (I&PR) Minister...

Op Sindoor feather in cap of Modi government? 100%, says Chandrababu Naidu
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Sunday endorsed India's Operation Sindoor, saying it was a feather in the cap for the government and praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling him a "global leader". In an exclusive...

REPORT: Evidence Suggests LA “Riots” Over ICE Raids Could Be Government‑Funded
What began as a so-called “spontaneous protest” against ICE enforcement operations in Los Angeles has now been exposed as something far more insidious: a well-funded, coordinated riot, with ties to radical left-wing organizations,...

andy harris reflects on d-day and critiques government spending
Rep. Andy Harris, MD, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Maryland’s 1st district since 2011, shared his views on several topics via social media posts. These posts highlight his perspectives on historical events, fiscal policies, and...

NGO working for welfare of PwD invited to UN to present its work
Jaipur, NGO Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklang Sahayata Samiti , renowned for its work for the welfare of persons with disabilities , has been invited to the United Nations headquarters in New York to present its work for the welfare of people with...

Somalia: Militia leader disputes government claim of killing senior Al-Shabaab leaders
Al-Shabaab did not down AU helicopter, says Somali defense minister MOGADISHU, Somalia - Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, Somalia’s defence minister, has dismissed claims that Al-Shabaab militants downed the African Union (AU) helicopter which had gone to pick...

Turks and Caicos International Music Festival returns in 2025 with Kes as headliner
The Turks and Caicos International Music Festival is officially back for 2025—and it’s coming back bigger than ever. Set for July 31 to August 3, the four-day event promises a high-energy blend of live music, cultural experiences, beauty...

Government Urged to Enforce Permanent Mining Ban in Raja Ampat
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Gadjah Mada University (UGM) Economics Lecturer Fahmy Radhi urged the government to revoke the mining permit in Raja Ampat, South West Papua. This is because mining activities in the area would damage the environment....