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California Music Producer Unveils Documentary Highlighting Cape Verdean Leader, Amílcar Cabral
A tribute to one of the most impactful visionaries in the African liberation movement OAKLAND, CA, UNITED STATES, June 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Filmmaker and music producer, Rahkii “Hyp” Holman of Assinyeola Music Publishing is screening...

Global Electric Vehicle Market to Reach USD 2.73 Trillion by 2029, Says Mordor Intelligence
The major trends driving the electric vehicle market growth are government incentives, sustainable shift, OEM expansion, tech upgrades, and digital mobility. HYDERABAD, TELANGANA, INDIA, June 2, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Electric Vehicles...

Trade and Gender Group discusses new work programme, potential MC14 outcomes
The co-Chairs of the Informal Working Group (IWG), Ambassador Clara Delgado of Cabo Verde, Ambassador Patricia Benedetti of El Salvador and Ambassador Simon Manley of the United Kingdom, reported on the consultations held with members to shape the...

Trade and Gender Group launches new edition of equality prize, consultations on future work
The co-chairs of the Informal Working Group (IWG) — Ambassador Clara Delgado of Cabo Verde, Ambassador Patricia Benedetti of El Salvador and Ambassador Simon Manley of the United Kingdom — looked back at key achievements in 2024. They highlighted...

UNITAR, The Atlantic Centre, and IMO Announce Conference on Maritime Security “Innovations and Partnerships for The Future” In Cabo Verde
2 October 2024, Cidade da Praia, Cabo Verde - The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), the Atlantic Centre, and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) are pleased to announce a major forthcoming event called...

Cabo Verde: AfDB-supported Tech Park Impresses International Delegation with Rapid Growth and Economic Impact
A high-level donor delegation that included the African Development Bank has expressed strong admiration for the Cabo Verde Tech Park during a recent visit, highlighting its rapid growth, full occupancy, and role in diversifying the country's...

Trust Wallet Launches Buy+, Powered by Binance Connect, to Simplify Crypto Access
Users can buy tokens on BNB Chain, Base and Solana directly with cards, local currency and more - all without leaving the Trust Wallet app. DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, June 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trust Wallet, the world’s leading...

Informal Working Group on Trade and Gender reviews 2024 achievements on advancing equality
The Co-Chairs of the Informal Working Group — Ambassador Clara Delgado of Cabo Verde, Ambassador Patricia Benedetti of El Salvador and Ambassador Simon Manley of the United Kingdom — said that the adoption of the Abu Dhabi Ministerial Declaration...

WTO advanced course on trade in services concludes in Geneva
The LDCs participating in the course were Bangladesh, Madagascar, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Nepal, Tanzania, The Gambia and Zambia. The acceding country was Bhutan. The full list of participating economies is available here. Over five...

Mayor Michelle Wu Announces Launch of Annual Legacy Business Awards Nominations
Residents are encouraged to nominate iconic, long standing businesses located within the city by November 1, 2024 Today, Mayor Michelle Wu and the Economic Opportunity and Inclusion Cabinet announced that the nomination period for the third annual...

Israeli Ambassador Flees Senegal Campus Amid Pro-Palestine Protest
(MENAFN) Israel’s ambassador to Senegal, Yuval Waks, was compelled to exit Cheikh Anta Diop University (UCAD) in Dakar on Tuesday after student-led demonstrations erupted in response to his visit, according to video clips circulating widely on...

Informal Working Group on Trade and Gender welcomes new member, launches online policy tool
The formal participation of the Gambia in the IWG officially became effective on 1 July 2024. “This milestone reflects our commitment to promoting gender equality and empowering women,” said Kemo Janka of the Gambia's Ministry of Trade, Industry,...

Thirty years of WTO accessions
Since its establishment on 1 January 1995 to oversee the multilateral trade agreements negotiated by its 128 original members, the WTO has seen an ongoing expansion of its membership and continued interest from many economies seeking to join the...

African Development Bank and African Solidarity Fund seal strategic partnership
The African Development Bank and the African Solidarity Fund (ASF) have signed a letter of intent to strengthen the two institutions’ working relationship and synergy. The partnership was ratified by Aida Ngom, Director of the Private Sector...

Informal Working Group on Trade and Gender launches Prize for Gender Equality in Trade
WTO members and observer governments are invited to apply for the Prize using the application form available here. Applicants must demonstrate how their initiative is providing solutions to empower women through trade. They must also describe how...

The Monetary Authority of Macau organized the “High-Level Training and Study Visit” for the regulators of the “Association of Lusophone Insurance Supervisors” (ASEL)
MACAU, May 20 - The Monetary Authority of Macau organized the “High-Level Training and Study Visit” for the regulators of the “Association of Lusophone Insurance Supervisors” (ASEL) To leverage Macao’s role as the “Financial Services Platform...

Mayor Wu and Mayor's Office of Immigrant Advancement Announce $2.1 Million Investment to Strengthen Support Services for Immigrant Communities
Mayor Michelle Wu and the Mayor’s Office for Immigrant Advancement (MOIA) today announced $2.1 million in grant funds and contracts awarded to support access to critical services and resources for Boston’s immigrant communities. This announcement...

Global vehicle-smuggling ring revealed in Africa
(MENAFN) An international car-smuggling operation involving vehicles stolen from Europe and Canada has been uncovered in West Africa, according to Afrique-sur7 on Sunday. Interpol's joint initiative, dubbed Operation ‘Safe Wheels’, led to the...

US Lowers Diplomatic, Development Engagement in Africa
(MENAFN) The United States is significantly scaling back its diplomatic and development efforts in Africa, leading to increasing worries about the future of the region’s progress in health, education, and economic growth. This reduction in...

U.S. Slashes Development Programs in Africa
(MENAFN) The United States is significantly scaling back its development and diplomatic efforts in Africa, causing growing concerns about the region’s future in areas like health, education, and economic growth. A leaked executive order from the...