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Mary Robinson, the esteemed Chair of the Elders, recently voiced her frustrations regarding the ongoing COP29 climate talks in Baku, Azerbaijan. During her address, she pointed her finger at several nations, notably the Vatican, Russia, and Saudi Arabia, accusing them of hindering progress on a vital gender-focused climate action strategy. Robinson didn’t hold back her disappointment about Azerbaijan's selection as the host for this significant global conference. She claimed that an overwhelming presence of fossil fuel…

António Guterres, the Secretary-General of the United Nations, has called on G20 leaders to tackle the pressing crisis of global hunger, a plight afflicting one out of every eleven individuals around the globe last year. This plea comes amid alarm over rising food insecurity, worsened by a medley of conflicts, climate change, and economic inequalities. South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has also chimed in, pushing global leaders to ramp up efforts to eradicate poverty and hunger. "Achieving gender equality is vital.…

At the COP29 summit, countries are grappling with the daunting challenge of securing up to $1 trillion in climate financing for the globe's most vulnerable populations, all while political tensions cast a shadow over the discussions. With a staggering seventy-two thousand individuals registered for COP29, many are likely to be disheartened by the latest findings from Climate Action Tracker. According to their analysis, despite relentless efforts, the world is still on a trajectory toward a concerning 2.7 degrees Celsius…

In the bustling city of Riyadh, an urgent summit has convened under the auspices of Saudi Arabia, bringing together voices from across the Arab and Islamic sphere. Among the distinguished attendees is Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, who has traveled to Saudi Arabia to address the rising turmoil in Gaza and Lebanon. CREDIT/ Villa Somalia RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AX) — With a backdrop of heightened tension, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud from Somalia touched down in Riyadh this Monday. He joins an assembly of prominent…

Leaders from the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) are being called upon to engage in crucial conversations aimed at halting the violence in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo, while also exploring strategies to safeguard civilians caught in the turmoil in Sudan. These discussions are set to unfold at the forthcoming summit in Burundi. "This summit presents a vital platform for African leaders to confront the ongoing crises in Congo and Sudan, among others. They must create tangible,…

Turkey Sets Its Sights on Building Stronger Bonds with Africa at the Djibouti Summit Next week, Turkey's top diplomat, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, will set out for Djibouti to engage in significant dialogues at the Turkey-Africa ministerial meeting, aiming to strengthen ties between Ankara and the African continent, as officials noted. Turkey, a NATO ally, has been increasingly active on African soil in recent times. Its presence is marked by a hefty climb in trade — nearly eight times higher than before. It's also known…

The BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia, saw leaders issue a comprehensive declaration on crucial matters, including UN reform and global strife.There were a total of 134 provisions listed; one focused on transforming the United Nations."We reiterate our endorsement of a full-scale overhaul of the UN, especially its Security Council, aiming to enhance democracy, representation, efficacy, and efficiency," the document declared. This move seeks to amplify the presence of developing nations to more effectively tackle global…

Chatfest Between Putin and Ethiopian Leader Abiy Ahmed Rocks the BRICS Bash KAZAN, Russia — In the bustling metropolis of Kazan, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed huddled during the BRICS shindig, diving into ways to solidify their alliance and dig up new collaborative ventures within the ever-growing BRICS family. Spanning from October 22 to 24, this pow-wow was one of the headline events at this year’s summit, featuring movers and shakers from 36 nations. Russia has pulled out all…

At the recent BRICS summit, Russian President Vladimir Putin advocated for the idea of a new "multipolar world order." This gathering of global leaders, he hopes, will demonstrate that Western efforts to exclude Russia due to its invasion of Ukraine have ultimately failed. Taking place in Kazan, this summit represents the most significant diplomatic event in Russia since Mr. Putin initiated military action in Ukraine in 2022, an act that resulted in extensive Western sanctions and widespread international rebuke.…

Putin Shrugs Off Western Estrangement at BRICS Gathering, Plays Host to 36 Dignitaries to Boost Worldwide Clout KAZAN, Russia — Russian President Vladimir Putin made a splashy comeback on the world platform, gathering 36 international figures at the 16th BRICS summit in Kazan. His move highlights Russia's undiminished sway, despite global attempts to sideline the nation over the Ukraine conflict. Held from October 22 to 24, 2024, this summit is a strategic gambit by Putin, signaling unity with the broadened BRICS posse…