India has become the third-largest technology startup hub in the world, surpassing Germany and France, according to a report by market intelligence platform Tracxn. In the first nine months of 2025, Indian startups raised a total of $7.7 billion, driven by several large funding rounds. Notable among these were Erisha E Mobility’s $1 billion Series… [Read More]
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Audrey Azoulay Advocates for Unhindered Access to Education for Girls in Science and Technology
Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO, and Professor Peng Liyuan, Special Envoy of the Organization, marked the 10th anniversary of the UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education, supported by China. During her visit, Azoulay will also sign agreements to establish a new UNESCO Institute in Shanghai focused on science and technology education, a field where… [Read More]
Peru Partners with IDB to Advance Fiscal Reforms and Stimulate Economic Growth
Peru has secured a $550 million loan from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) to implement fiscal reforms designed to stimulate economic growth by enhancing productivity and encouraging private investment. This operation is the first of two under a broader program aimed at addressing structural gaps in state capacity. The reforms focus on strengthening fiscal policy… [Read More]
IDB Provides Funding to Enhance Jamaica’s Cybersecurity Capabilities
The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has approved a US$6.5 million loan to help Jamaica strengthen its cybersecurity capabilities, benefiting over 2.8 million people by improving the resilience of public institutions and critical infrastructure against cyber threats. Including US$3.5 million in counterpart funding, the total US$10 million operation will support the modernization of cybersecurity governance, enhance… [Read More]
IDB Lab Backs Latin American Startups with $2M Investment in 500 LatAm Seed Fund IV
IDB Lab, the innovation and venture capital arm of the Inter-American Development Bank Group, has announced a $2 million strategic investment in the 500 LatAm Seed Fund IV, managed by 500 LatAm. The fund aims to support approximately 40 early-stage technology startups across Latin America and the Caribbean, including emerging ecosystems in Costa Rica, the… [Read More]
Boosting Infrastructure in Latin America: CABEI and CIFI Form Strategic Alliance
The Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI) has approved a loan of up to US$13.2 million to the Inter-American Infrastructure Finance Corporation (CIFI) to support private sector-led infrastructure projects in its member countries. This initiative aims to finance strategic projects across sectors such as energy, transportation, tourism, telecommunications, and water, enhancing regional competitiveness and… [Read More]
CABEI Launches First Healthcare Bond to Fund Regional Health Projects
The Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI) has successfully issued its first Healthcare Bond in the international capital markets, raising US$70 million with a 15-year maturity. The bond was purchased by an Asian investor under CABEI’s Sustainable Bond Framework, rated SQS2 by Moody’s, with support from Barclays Bank PLC. This issuance reinforces CABEI’s strong… [Read More]
COP30 Brazil: A Potential Turning Point for the Planet’s Climate Future
COP30, scheduled for November 2025 in Belém, Brazil, is poised to be a pivotal moment for global climate action. It will be the first major summit following the Paris Agreement’s Global Stocktake at COP28, signaling a shift from pledges to concrete delivery. Observers note that Belém will test whether the climate community can transform promises… [Read More]
Ontario Invests $9M to Enhance Dementia Care Services Across the Province
The Ontario government is investing $9 million over three years to launch the Improving Dementia Care Program (IDCP), aimed at enhancing care for residents with dementia in long-term care homes. This program employs emotion-based models of care, focusing on the needs of residents and fostering strong relationships between staff, residents, and families. The initiative is… [Read More]
World Maritime Day 2025: Advancing Safety, Security, and Environmental Protection at Sea
The theme for World Maritime Day 2025, “Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity,” underscores the critical importance of maritime safety, security, and environmental protection. This year, the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) highlights the UK’s ongoing commitment to these priorities, reflecting the central role of shipping in global trade and marine conservation. Over the past… [Read More]
Mitsubishi Estate to Invest £800 Million, Creating 4,000 Jobs in UK Creative Industries
Mitsubishi Estate has announced an £800 million investment to transform the former ITV Studio on London’s Southbank into a major hub for the creative industries, creating 4,000 new jobs. The redevelopment, named ‘Vista,’ will provide 600,000 square feet of commercial and cultural space, including 40,000 square feet of affordable workspace designed to support Lambeth’s emerging… [Read More]
£214 Million Boost for Welsh Communities to Enhance Neighbourhoods and Restore Local Pride
The UK Government has launched a £214 million Pride in Place programme to empower Welsh communities to transform their local areas, enhance neighbourhoods, and restore pride. This funding allows residents to decide how money is spent, enabling them to clean up streets, tackle anti-social behaviour, and save valued local facilities such as pubs and libraries…. [Read More]
UNESCO Hails Historic Entry into Force of BBNJ Treaty for Ocean Protection
UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay welcomed the entry into force of the BBNJ agreement, a landmark treaty aimed at strengthening protection for the high seas, which cover nearly half of the Earth and have long lacked enforceable safeguards. Adopted in 2023 after almost two decades of negotiation, the treaty reached the required threshold of 60 ratifications,… [Read More]
150th Anniversary: Carlsberg Foundation Pledges DKK 150 Million to Advance Research Centres
The Carlsberg Foundation is preparing to celebrate its 150th anniversary in 2026 by awarding DKK 150 million in funding for interdisciplinary research centres, reinforcing its long-standing commitment to advancing Danish basic research. Established by brewer J.C. Jacobsen on 25 September 1876, the foundation was created to channel part of the brewery’s resources into scientific progress… [Read More]
Early Talk Boost’ Programme Gets Expansion to Support Children with Language Delays, Announces Minister Foley
Minister for Children, Disability and Equality, Norma Foley, has announced the expansion of the Early Talk Boost programme, which addresses language delays among young children, with the recruitment of up to 50 additional tutors. The programme is already operational in 108 early learning and care settings across 18 counties and is set to reach more… [Read More]
Youth Demand Action at UN: “Listen, Invest, Partner” for Global Impact
At an event commemorating the 30th anniversary of the World Programme of Action for Youth, General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock emphasized that youth participation must go beyond mere attendance at meetings. She highlighted the importance of integrating young people’s lived experiences and expertise to shape policies that affect their lives. The framework, which spans 15… [Read More]
Africa’s Leaders Demand Equity, Justice, and Global Recognition
On the third day of the United Nations General Assembly’s high-level debate, African leaders delivered a unified call for meaningful reform of the UN and a reshaping of the global order to ensure fairness, equity, and proper representation for all nations. They emphasized the urgency of reform in the face of a polycrisis marked by… [Read More]
How Contraceptives Empower Women’s Health and Socioeconomic Status
A new evidence brief from the United Nations’ Special Programme in Human Reproduction (HRP) and the World Health Organization (WHO) highlights the transformative impact of contraceptive use on women’s health and socioeconomic outcomes. Drawing on six systematic reviews, the report consolidates evidence showing that modern contraception not only reduces health risks but also strengthens women’s… [Read More]
Leading Health Funders Pledge to Strengthen Clinical Trials Worldwide
Several of the world’s leading medical research funders have signed a joint statement committing to strengthen clinical trial systems globally, following WHO standards. The agreement aims to integrate clinical trials into sustainable national infrastructures, enhance trial design, ensure diverse and representative participant populations, and embed best practices in transparency, data management, and public engagement. This… [Read More]
Strengthening Health Systems in Africa: WHO and China Join Forces
In Addis Ababa on 23 September 2025, Professor Francis Kasolo, WHO Representative a.i. to Ethiopia and the African Union, met with H.E. Ambassador Jiang Feng, Head of Mission of the People’s Republic of China to the AU, to reaffirm the longstanding partnership between WHO and China in advancing public health across Africa and explore deeper… [Read More]
Inaugural Sierra Leone Workshop Strengthens Death Certification and ICD-11 Adoption
The Ministry of Health (MoH) and the National Civil Registration Authority (NCRA), in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), concluded Sierra Leone’s inaugural two-day workshop of the death reporting sub-committee on 25 September 2025. This meeting brought together health professionals, civil registration experts, academia, and partners to initiate efforts aimed at institutionalizing the Medical… [Read More]
BFA and WHO Collaborate to Strengthen Health Systems in Angola
Banco de Fomento Angola (BFA) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have formalized a strategic partnership to support Angola’s national response to the ongoing cholera outbreak, which has affected thousands of families across the country. The agreement, signed in Luanda, includes BFA’s contribution of 30 million kwanzas to purchase essential medical supplies such as rehydration… [Read More]
Empowering Migrant Workers in Thailand’s Rubber Sector with Labour Rights and Social Protection
The International Labour Organization (ILO) is collaborating with Thailand’s rubber sector to strengthen social protection for migrant workers and promote responsible business practices across the industry. A workshop held in Rayong on 25 September 2025 brought together over 100 participants from plantations, processing plants, manufacturing facilities, and related sectors nationwide to enhance understanding of labour… [Read More]
