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UK — June 5, 2026 — A new report from the TRANSECTS programme, led by Heriot-Watt University, warns that current governance arrangements risk leaving coastal communities to bear the costs of the clean energy transition with limited long-term benefits. Funded by UK Research and Innovation, the project examines over 200 years of marine industry development — from… [Read More]

A worsening Ebola outbreak in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is placing extreme pressure on an already underfunded and fragile health system, according to a CARE report issued on 4 June 2026. Health workers in affected regions are facing severe shortages of essential medical supplies, including personal protective equipment, diagnostic tools, and… [Read More]

Samarkand — June 3, 2026 — The Government of Uzbekistan, in partnership with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), has officially launched the Nature4Health Uzbekistan Scoping Phase during the 71st Global Environment Facility (GEF) Council Meeting. The initiative marks Uzbekistan’s entry into Nature4Health Phase II and sets the stage for a multi-stakeholder process to integrate… [Read More]

The World Bank Group has endorsed a new Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for Uganda, setting out a 10-year development strategy from 2026 to 2035 aimed at accelerating economic transformation, job creation, and private sector-led growth. The announcement was made in Kampala on 4 June 2026 and reflects a long-term commitment to supporting Uganda’s development priorities…. [Read More]

Samarkand — June 5, 2026 — The Global Environment Facility (GEF) has approved nearly US$23 million for a portfolio of projects led by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) across Asia, Africa, and the Pacific. The investments aim to reverse forest degradation, restore freshwater and coastal ecosystems, and strengthen resilience in vulnerable communities. IUCN Director… [Read More]

Limerick — June 4, 2026 — The Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board (ETB) has joined the national conversation on youth food poverty, participating in the ETBI Youth Work Matters conference where the growing issue of holiday hunger was placed under the spotlight. At the event, Minister for Education and Youth Hildegarde Naughton TD launched the… [Read More]

The World Bank has approved a $250 million Development Policy Loan (DPL) for the Republic of Moldova to support reforms aimed at boosting economic growth, job creation, market efficiency, and resilience. The announcement was made on 4 June 2026 in Chișinău, marking a key step in Moldova’s ongoing EU integration process. The financing is the… [Read More]

Far North Queensland — June 5, 2026 — Disaster resilience in the Daintree Coast is set to improve with new investments from the Albanese and Crisafulli Governments to strengthen crucial access links for remote communities. The project, delivered under the Crucial Access Links Program through the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA), will include a new barge access… [Read More]

The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group has announced a new financing agreement with Allianz Bank Bulgaria that will unlock approximately €340 million in support for Bulgarian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and mid-cap companies over the next three years. The deal, announced on 5 June 2026, is designed to expand access to credit and stimulate… [Read More]

Sunshine Coast — June 5, 2026 — A vital coastal protection project at Golden Beach has been completed, delivering stronger resilience against erosion and extreme weather while enhancing community access to the water. The Sunshine Coast Council received $6.3 million in joint funding from the Albanese and Crisafulli Governments through the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) to… [Read More]

The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group has strengthened its partnership with Ireland through a new advisory agreement aimed at accelerating the rollout of a nationwide electric vehicle charging network. The initiative, announced in Dublin on 4 June 2026, brings together the EIB, the Department of Transport, Transport Infrastructure Ireland, and Zero Emission Vehicles Ireland (ZEVI)… [Read More]

Paro — June 2, 2026 — Bhutan has restarted its accession process to the World Trade Organization (WTO), marking a significant step in its economic transition after graduating from Least Developed Country (LDC) status in 2023. The move reflects Bhutan’s ambition to strengthen competitiveness, deepen global engagement, and build resilience in an increasingly fragmented global trade environment…. [Read More]

June 4, 2026 — London — A major initiative to introduce a standard digital identity scheme for house buying and selling has been scrapped, reflecting growing political uncertainty and doubts over its benefits. The project, backed by leading property sector organizations, aimed to streamline transactions by creating a unified digital ID system for buyers and sellers. However,… [Read More]

The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group and Irish government representatives have reaffirmed their strong investment partnership following a high-level meeting of the EIB Ireland Financing Group in Dublin on 4 June 2026. The meeting, chaired by Ireland’s Tánaiste and Minister for Finance Simon Harris, focused on expanding collaboration across key sectors including transport, housing, innovation,… [Read More]

The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Roma Capitale have signed a new advisory agreement aimed at supporting the development of Rome’s Social Residential Housing Plan (ERS). The initiative focuses on increasing the supply of affordable housing for households that are not eligible for public housing but are struggling to access the private rental market. The… [Read More]

June 2026 – The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has unveiled a National Cryptography Discovery Platform, a strategic initiative designed to accelerate the country’s transition to post-quantum security. Developed in partnership between the UAE Cyber Security Council and QuantumGate, the platform provides nationwide visibility of cryptographic assets, helping critical infrastructure operators prepare for the emerging risks… [Read More]

The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the United Nations Green Climate Fund (GCF) have signed their first financing agreement to scale up climate action in developing countries. The partnership is designed to mobilise private investment and expand funding for sustainable infrastructure through a new EU-backed initiative. Under the agreement, the GCF will commit €200 million… [Read More]

June 2026 – Four new research projects are set to begin under the KIC call Data sharing for the energy transition: sociotechnical challenges. With €5.7 million in funding from NWO and additional co-funding bringing the total to over €8 million, the programme will tackle critical issues around data use in the energy transition, including privacy,… [Read More]

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) and the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) have completed a three-year initiative aimed at improving the livelihoods, nutrition and resilience of refugees and host communities in Egypt. The programme, supported by a USD 6 million contribution from KOICA, focused on vulnerable populations in Greater Cairo, Alexandria, Damietta and… [Read More]

June 2026 – The Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO) has awarded €2 million in funding under the KIC mission call Future plastics: development of safe plastics for a sustainable future. The initiative supports two pioneering projects that aim to transform the plastics industry by focusing on recyclability, biodegradability, and safety. The first project, led… [Read More]

June 2026 – The Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO) has awarded more than €15 million in funding under the KIC call High-performance materials for Defence and Security. This investment will enable ten cutting-edge research projects to begin, each focused on developing advanced materials for the Ministry of Defence. An additional €4 million in co-funding… [Read More]

The International Labour Organization (ILO), together with the Government of Ukraine and representatives of employers and workers, has launched a new Decent Work Country Programme for 2026–2029 aimed at supporting Ukraine’s economic recovery and strengthening its labour market institutions. The agreement, signed during the International Labour Conference in Geneva, marks the first such programme for… [Read More]

June 2026 – In today’s digital age, where information is abundant and often overwhelming, storytelling is increasingly seen as a way to cut through the noise. Yet in humanitarian and development contexts, storytelling is more than a communication strategy. It is a mechanism for building trust, accountability, and human connection. The challenge lies in how… [Read More]