All articles tagged with #international cooperation
Originally Published 2 days ago — by UN News
The US plans to withdraw from several UN bodies involved in climate, development, and other global issues, which could impact international cooperation and progress in these areas, although the full effects remain uncertain as funding and participation are being reviewed.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by UN News
Former UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon warns that without reform, the Security Council risks becoming irrelevant due to its failure to adapt to worsening global crises and internal dysfunction, emphasizing the need for changes in veto power and the Secretary-General selection process to strengthen the UN's effectiveness and independence.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by European Commission
The European Commission and High Representative announced a new strategic approach to bolster Europe's economic security by proactively addressing risks, reducing dependencies, and enhancing coordination with member states and partners, with a focus on critical sectors and technologies to ensure resilience and openness in global trade.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by bgr.com
The article details the 10 most expensive space missions, highlighting their historical significance, technological advancements, and costs, including projects like the Apollo Moon landings, Hubble and James Webb telescopes, and the International Space Station, emphasizing the immense financial and scientific investments in exploring space.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by theregister.com
SpaceX and Elon Musk are being called upon to rescue China's Shenzhou-20 crew, stranded on the Tiangong space station due to suspected space debris damage, but a rescue using Crew Dragon faces technical, logistical, and political challenges, highlighting issues of space debris and international cooperation in space rescue efforts.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Europol
Operation Chargeback, led by Europol and German authorities, successfully dismantled three major criminal networks involved in credit card fraud affecting over 4.3 million cardholders across 193 countries, with damages exceeding EUR 300 million, through coordinated international law enforcement actions and asset seizures.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by SpaceNews
The article argues that comparing the moon to the South China Sea is flawed because the moon is governed by international law that prohibits sovereignty claims, and the current lunar efforts are more collaborative than competitive. It emphasizes that the real challenge is managing shared access and resources, and advocates for a race towards restraint and shared stewardship rather than dominance, highlighting the importance of viewing Earth as one from the lunar surface.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by WION
China, India, and Russia have detected 3I/ATLAS using their observatories but have not shared their findings publicly, highlighting issues of data fragmentation and the need for global cooperation in tracking interstellar objects.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Jerusalem Post
The US Central Command has established the Civil-Military Coordination Center in Israel to facilitate international, humanitarian, and military efforts aimed at stabilizing Gaza and promoting civilian governance, with full operational capacity expected within two weeks.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CBS News
Pakistani navy, in collaboration with the U.S. and other nations, seized nearly $1 billion worth of meth and cocaine from two sailboats in the Arabian Sea, highlighting ongoing efforts to combat maritime drug smuggling.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by South China Morning Post
China and Canada are working to mend their strained relations through renewed dialogue and cooperation, with Beijing expressing willingness to rebuild trust and engage at all levels, marking a pragmatic shift by Ottawa amidst broader US tensions.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News
South Korea and Cambodia have agreed to strengthen cooperation to combat online scams, following the death of a South Korean student in Cambodia linked to scam operations. The countries are working together to address the transnational industry, repatriate involved South Koreans, and improve safety measures, amid concerns over the widespread and lucrative nature of cybercrime in Southeast Asia.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Washington Post
Qatar is establishing an air force training facility at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho, which will remain under U.S. jurisdiction, as part of a defense cooperation agreement signed by U.S. and Qatari officials.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Space
Artist Ashley Zelinskie has launched a three-part exhibit titled 'Unfolding the Universe,' celebrating the James Webb Space Telescope through artwork, sculptures, textiles, and VR experiences, highlighting NASA, ESA, and CSA contributions to space exploration.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by NBC News
The U.S. opposed international AI oversight at the UN, emphasizing national sovereignty over centralized governance, while other nations and the UN promote global cooperation and dialogue on AI regulation and development.