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Cameroon, Chad Seal Military Cooperation Agreement
(MENAFN) Cameroon and Chad have formalized a new military cooperation agreement designed to reinforce security measures along their shared border, according to an announcement by Cameroon's Ministry of Defense on Wednesday. The accord was signed...
Owner: Sawsan Dababneh & Ramzi AbdelJaber
EU MARITIME BORDERS: Several tragedies in the Mediterranean ― First footage of Libyan militiamen in brutal people smuggling operations ― Spanish Navy chief issues stark reminder about the Law of the Sea ― Fatal accident in the Aegean ― French police ac…
There have been 1,288 registered deaths so far this year in the Mediterranean, including in a number of recent tragedies. A journalist has recorded footage of Libyan government-backed militiamen actively participating in people smuggling in the...
Owner: ECRE (Non-profit)
UXLINK CEO Rolland Saf Announces Candidacy for 2032 Cameroonian Presidential Election
TOKYO, Sept. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On his 35th birthday, Rolland Saf, fintech entrepreneur and CEO of UXLINK, officially declared his candidacy for the next Cameroonian presidential election. This announcement marks the start of a six-year...
DG Okonjo-Iweala welcomes calls of support for WTO, urges meaningful MC14 outcomes
DG Okonjo-Iweala said that during her recent mission to New York to attend the UN General Assembly, leaders, ministers and stakeholders all expressed sentiments of support for the organization. "I was heartened by the amount of unwavering support...
Liver Cancer Rates Continue to Rise - Know Your Risks
Washington, D.C., Oct. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today is the start of Global Liver Institute’s annual #OctoberIs4Livers campaign, a global effort to raise awareness about liver cancer and unite patients, caregivers, and advocates in driving...
WTO members prepare to advance e-commerce discussions as MC14 approaches
The facilitator of the Work Programme on Electronic Commerce, Ambassador Richard Brown of Jamaica, in summing up, noted that a group of members expressed at the meeting their intention to submit a draft ministerial text. Several members said they...
Turkish Furniture Exports Gain Momentum in Africa, Asortie Among Leading Contributors
Turkey strengthens its position in Africa’s growing furniture market, with Asortie delivering projects in over 15 countries across the continent. ISTANBUL, ISTANBUL, TURKEY, September 29, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Furniture exports from Turkey...
Smart Water Meter Market Size to Reach USD 5.35 Billion by 2032, Driven by IoT Adoption and Sustainable Water Practices
Europe led the market in 2018 with a 34.7% share, while the U.S. market is expected to reach USD 662.17 million by 2032. PUNE, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, September 25, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The global smart water meter market has gained...
Agriculture negotiations Chair reports on prospects for progress for MC14
Ambassador Hussain told members he had held consultations to survey their positions and that there was a strong sense of realism and pragmatism among delegations, but that there was also scepticism that divergences could be overcome in time for...
Importing Furniture from Turkey to Africa is Now Easier Than Ever
For African investors and consumers, the reality is clear: buying furniture from Turkey is easier, of higher quality, and significantly more advantageous. ISTANBUL, İSTANBUL, TURKEY, September 21, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- ith rapid...
Lula Declares BRICS as “New Name for Defense of Multilateralism”
(MENAFN) Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Monday warned that a rising tide of unilateral actions threatens the foundations of global governance, declaring that the BRICS coalition now stands as a critical defender of...
Owner: Sawsan Dababneh & Ramzi AbdelJaber
DG Okonjo-Iweala urges parliamentarians to step up support for multilateralism, WTO reform
In her opening address, the Director-General highlighted the entry into force of the WTO’s Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies following ratification of the Agreement by two-thirds of WTO members. Hailing it as a landmark for sustainability, she...
Two Minnesota Men Arrested for Funding and Directing Kidnappings, Bombings, and Killings Overseas
A federal grand jury in Minnesota has returned an eight-count indictment charging naturalized U.S. citizens Benedict Nwana Kuah, 51, and Pascal Kikishy Wongbi, 52, with organizing, financing, and directing kidnappings, bombings, and killings in...
Owner: American Government
DG Okonjo-Iweala: Partnerships are vital for needs assessments to implement IFD Agreement
In her opening remarks, Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala praised the 127 WTO members participating in the IFD Agreement for their successful conclusion of the first agreement to set global benchmarks for enhancing the transparency of...
DG Okonjo-Iweala stresses important role of partnerships to boost opportunities for LDCs
Co-organized by The Gambia (Coordinator of the WTO LDC Group), Germany (EIF Funding Partner Coordinator) and the Executive Secretariat of the EIF, the event was held as part of the EIF Global Forum 2025 entitled "Accelerating Impact – On the Road...
Toledo Zoo Celebrates 125 Years with Three-Day Conservation Symposium
TOLEDO, OH, UNITED STATES, September 4, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Toledo Zoo will celebrate its 125th anniversary with a landmark three-day international symposium Oct. 21-23, bringing together leading conservationists, scientists and...
Before 70,000 Fans in Las Vegas, Terence Crawford is Crowned Undisputed Super Middleweight Champion of the World
On a historic night in Las Vegas, as part of Riyadh Season 2025, Terence Crawford became the undisputed super middleweight champion before 70,000 fans LAS VEGAS, NV, SAUDI ARABIA, September 14, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In front of more than...
NetDragon Showcases AI-Powered Education Solutions at UNESCO Digital Learning Week 2025
Paris, France, Sept. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited (“NetDragon” or the “Company”; Hong Kong Stock Code: 777), a global leader in building internet communities, was invited to participate in UNESCO’s Digital...
UNESCO launches collaboration with the College of African Wildlife Management in Tanzania to safeguard African heritage
On 25 August 2025, the College of African Wildlife Management (MWEKA) in Tanzania and UNESCO officially launched a collaboration initiative that aims to support capacity development to strengthen conservation of Africa’s natural heritage. This new...
Owner: United Nations