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Without greater Access to humanitarian Aid, Gaza will face complete Famine by November
On Saturday, Norway issued sharp criticism of Israel’s “brutal war” in Gaza, accusing Tel Aviv of violating the rules of warfare.
“Israel’s brutal war in Gaza involves indiscriminate and disproportionate attacks, along with measures that…
World Bank Appoints Yasser El-Gammal as Country Manager for Romania and Hungary – India Education |…
BUCHAREST, October 11, 2024 – Mr. Yasser El-Gammal is the new World Bank Country Manager for Romania and Hungary, effective October 1.
Based in Bucharest, Mr. El-Gammal will oversee the World Bank’s program in Romania and Hungary and lead…
State pension age could rise to 71 under proposal but hike may’ increase poverty rate’
Analysts are calling on the Government to consider raising the state pension age to 71 but a leading think tank has warned this could increase the "poverty rate" among over 60s.Currently, the age threshold for receiving the retirement…
Somalia and Turkey Boost Humanitarian Cooperation Efforts
MOGADISHU, Somalia — In a step forward for disaster management and humanitarian aid, Somalia’s Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) Commissioner, Mahamuud Moallim, chaired a significant meeting today aimed at deepening…
Over 25% of M’sian graduates face mismatched employment
PETALING JAYA: A rising number of degree holders in Malaysia are in job fields that do not match their qualifications, according to a World Bank report. The Malaysian Economic Monitor report found that over a quarter of graduates in the…
Fair Trade Act amendments would create flaws
By Lazar RadicSouth Korea recently abandoned plans for the Platform Competition Promotion Act (PCPA), legislation inspired by the European Union’s landmark Digital Markets Act (DMA), which aimed to establish strict competition rules for…
From dependence to independence: GCF farmer field schools address climate change, poverty in Matobo
This has not only improved their economic standing but has also led to a significant reduction in gender-based violence.…
Enhancing School Health and Nutrition in Africa: Insights from the regional workshop
In a significant stride towards improving School Health and Nutrition (SHN) across Africa, a Regional Workshop held on October 5-6, 2024, brought together key stakeholders, including…
World Bank warns that 6 billion people are “trapped” in middle income
Q24N (EFE) Approximately 6 billion people are “trapped” in middle-income countries, but it is key that they reach a significant level of income before transitioning to aging, which increases social security expenses for countries, said a…
UN seeks to address current global challenges
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While at the United Nations (UN) headquarters in New York for the high level week, including the 79th General Assembly of the UN, the Sunday Observer had an opportunity to meet Maher Nasser, Director of Outreach Division,…