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ADB’s new loan will help deliver sustainable water supply services to rural communities in Georgia. At least 100 settlements will…

ADB’s new loan will help deliver sustainable water supply services to rural communities in Georgia.

At least 100 settlements will benefit from expanded and rehabilitated infrastructure, ensuring reliable access to safe drinking water.

Full article at source: Asian Development Bank (ADB)

During his visit to the United States, ADB Vice-President Scott Morris met with leaders from the University of Michigan and the Wi…

During his visit to the United States, ADB Vice-President Scott Morris met with leaders from the University of Michigan and the William Davidson Institute to strengthen partnerships on research, innovation, and skills development supporting Asia and the Pacific’s energy transition and resilience.

Full article at source: Asian Development Bank (ADB)

Glaciers are lifelines. They sustain agriculture, power communities, and support millions across Asia and the Pacific. But rising…

Glaciers are lifelines. They sustain agriculture, power communities, and support millions across Asia and the Pacific.

Full article at source: Asian Development Bank (ADB)

How can developing economies protect themselves from global shocks? ADB’s John Beirne shares how sound macroeconomic policies, str…

How can developing economies protect themselves from global shocks?

ADB’s John Beirne shares how sound macroeconomic policies, strong trade links, and resilient financial systems can help governments withstand volatility in global markets: https://ow.ly/MNTl50XfXVv

Full article at source: Asian Development Bank (ADB)

UN General Assembly 80th session: Statement at the Sixth Committee on the scope and application of the principle of universal jurisdiction

Chair,

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) welcomes the continued interest of the United Nations General Assembly in the principle of universal jurisdiction and takes note of the Secretary-General’s most recent report on this issue.

Full article at source: International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

ICRC president: Global IHL initiative testament to what is possible when states choose humanity over self-interest

Your Excellencies, distinguished co-chairs, distinguished founding members of the Global IHL initiative, dear colleagues,

It is an honour to be with you today at this milestone moment for the Global Initiative on International Humanitarian Law.

Full article at source: International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

Haiti: making impossible choices in a health-care system on the verge of collapse

As armed clashes between the Viv Ansanm coalition of armed groups and government forces increase in the capital, the glaring lack of resources and staff is forcing Port-au-Prince’s health-care workers to make impossible choices.

Full article at source: International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)