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Taiwan-U.S. Synergy Expands EV Supply-chain Collaboration

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Monday, April 15, 2024

TAIPEI, April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To promote closer cooperation between Taiwan-U.S. auto-electronics supply chain, technology, and regulations, SAE Taipei Section of Taiwan– the sole organization directly linking the vehicle domain with the U.S. –will soon lead a delegation to participate in the "2024 World Congress Experience (WCX)", powered by SAE International.

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  • Taiwan's vehicle industry, leveraging its leading position in semiconductors, robust chip design capabilities, and mature vehicle communication technology, provides a solid foundation for autonomous driving, auto-electronics, and EV technology.
  • Chairman Wang states that research institutions estimate EV penetration will reach 60% by 2040, with a market size approaching US$2 trillion.
  • Taiwan boasts a complete EV industry supply chain, backed by international delivery records and abundant ICT capabilities.
  • The journey extends to California, where they will visit Tesla in San Francisco, further exploring opportunities for Taiwan-U.S. collaboration in the ADAS supply chain.

Press release - European Parliament Press Kit for the Special European Council of 17 and 18 April 2024

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Thursday, April 18, 2024

In this press kit, you will find a selection of the European Parliament’s press releases reflecting MEPs’ priorities for topics on the summit agenda. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

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In this press kit, you will find a selection of the European Parliament’s press releases reflecting MEPs’ priorities for topics on the summit agenda. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Electric Hydrogen receives $18.3M transferable DOE tax credit for its gigafactory in Massachusetts, bringing total Department of Energy support to $65M

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

“We are honored and thrilled that the DOE has recognized the value of our scaled manufacturing approach,” noted Jigish Trivedi, Electric Hydrogen’s SVP of Manufacturing.

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  • “We are honored and thrilled that the DOE has recognized the value of our scaled manufacturing approach,” noted Jigish Trivedi, Electric Hydrogen’s SVP of Manufacturing.
  • Electric Hydrogen is headquartered in Natick, Massachusetts and its gigafactory expands its investment and presence in the Massachusetts community.
  • “We congratulate Electric Hydrogen and thank the Biden-Harris administration and our Congressional Delegation for making this exciting award possible.
  • Electric Hydrogen manufactures, delivers and commissions the world’s most powerful electrolyzers for critical industries to produce the lowest cost green hydrogen.

GREATER DES MOINES PARTNERSHIP ANNOUNCES 2024 FEDERAL POLICY AGENDA

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

GREATER DES MOINES, Iowa, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Greater Des Moines Partnership has approved its 2024 Federal Policy Agenda.

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  • GREATER DES MOINES, Iowa, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Greater Des Moines Partnership has approved its 2024 Federal Policy Agenda.
  • This year's agenda includes five featured priorities:
    The Partnership supports closing the funding gap for the Des Moines International Airport's Terminal Project through the Airport Terminals Program.
  • The Partnership supports designating U.S. 65 as an interstate and supporting a federal increase in weight and size limits and exemptions on the corridor.
  • "We're proud of the collaborative efforts of our Partnership Investors and Members to complete our 2024 Federal Policy Agenda and identify five actionable featured priorities," said Anne Roth, Assistant Vice President of Government Relations at Hy-Vee and 2024 Chair of The Partnership's Government Policy Council.

FIFA World Cup 2026™ Miami Host Committee gears up for seven epic matches with unprecedented public collaboration

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

MIAMI, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Miami Host Committee proudly unveils a historic alliance between Florida state officials, city, and county leaders, establishing an executive advisory board. Led by Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, this distinguished group includes Broward County Mayor Nan Rich, Palm Beach County Mayor Maria Sachs, Monroe County Mayor Holly Merrill Raschein, Miami Gardens Mayor Rodney Harris, Miami Mayor Francis Suarez, Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner and State Senator and Miami-Dade Legislative Delegation Chair Ana Maria Rodriguez, who will play a pivotal role orchestrating the world's largest sporting event scheduled for the summer of 2026.

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  • MIAMI, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Miami Host Committee proudly unveils a historic alliance between Florida state officials, city, and county leaders, establishing an executive advisory board.
  • This effort emphasizes regional unity in hosting FIFA World Cup 2026™, showcasing an unparalleled partnership and Florida's commitment to delivering a world-class event.
  • "I have no doubt that this executive advisory board has the leadership, commitment, and drive to deliver on this global event."
  • The FIFA World Cup 2026™ is anticipated to be one of the most significant sporting events globally, hosted jointly by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

WE ARE ALL HUMAN FOUNDATION AND BAIN & COMPANY ANNOUNCE A FRAMEWORK TO ENGAGE WITH HISPANICS AT THE 2024 WORLD ECONOMIC FORUM

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Monday, January 15, 2024

DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The We Are All Human Foundation (WAAHF) marks its fifth consecutive year at the World Economic Forum in Davos as an officially recognized Non-Governmental Organization (NGO).

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  • This year, in collaboration with Bain & Company, an updated 3.0 version will be introduced to follow up on the previous year's discussions and commitments.
  • "The Hispanic Promise Framework is helping leading companies in the United States recruit, hire, promote, and retain Latino talent," said Hernan Saenz, partner at Bain & Company.
  • "By doing so, they are tapping into one of the largest and fastest-growing talent and entrepreneurial pools in the market.
  • The Hispanic Promise 3.0: Hispanics at the Core of Your Global Strategy 2024 Session will take place on January 18 at 10:15 CET; the session will be live here .

Latest news - DMER Mission to Argentina from 18-21 December 2023 - Delegation for relations with Mercosur

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Monday, January 8, 2024

DMER Mission to Argentina from 18-21 December 2023

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  • DMER Mission to Argentina from 18-21 December 2023
    08-01-2024 - 11:57
    The European Parliament's Delegation for relations with Mercosur (DMER) travelled to Buenos Aires and Rosario from 18 to 21 December 2023.
  • The delegation organised meetings with governmental authorities, Members of the two branches of the Legislative, the social partners and representatives of civil society organisations in Buenos Aires.
  • During their visit to the city of Rosario, participating Members met with local authorities and with representatives of key economic sectors.

Faraday Future Hosts Chinese Automotive Supplier Delegation at its HQ, Discussing Strategic Cooperation Opportunities with the Chinese Supply Chain

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Thursday, January 4, 2024

Representatives from leading automotive supply chain and manufacturing entities such as Shanghai Yida Air Conditioning, Shanghai Suce Software, Lucky Yundu Auto, Zhi Xing Automotive Technology, Kunshan Guoli Yuantong New Energy Technology, among others, participated in this visit.

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  • Representatives from leading automotive supply chain and manufacturing entities such as Shanghai Yida Air Conditioning, Shanghai Suce Software, Lucky Yundu Auto, Zhi Xing Automotive Technology, Kunshan Guoli Yuantong New Energy Technology, among others, participated in this visit.
  • The delegation provided us with many insightful suggestions for supply chain management.
  • "Chinese supply chain enterprises are integral components of the global automotive industry, especially in the AI EV sector.
  • FF, which is rooted in the United States, will also provide unique value to China and the global automotive industry chain," expressed YT Jia.

Latest news - Next meeting: Thursday, 1 February 2024 in Brussels - Delegation for relations with Palestine

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024

Next meeting: Thursday, 1 February 2024 in Brussels

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Next meeting: Thursday, 1 February 2024 in Brussels
19-12-2023 - 11:54
The next meeting of the Delegation for relations with Palestine will take place on Thursday, 1 February 2024 from 14.00-15.30 in Brussels in meeting room ASP 1G3.
The draft agenda will be published end of January 2024.The draft agenda will be published end of January 2024.

Global Gateway Investment Forum: a gathering to explore new business horizons between the EU and Mozambique

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Monday, November 20, 2023

Mozambique - EU Global Gateway Investment Forum in Mozambique’s capital Maputo, under the theme "Creating business opportunities", on the 22-23 November, will bring together public and private sector stakeholders to look into the potential and investment opportunities that Mozambique has to offer.

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  • Mozambique - EU Global Gateway Investment Forum in Mozambique’s capital Maputo, under the theme "Creating business opportunities", on the 22-23 November, will bring together public and private sector stakeholders to look into the potential and investment opportunities that Mozambique has to offer.
  • EU Energy Commissioner Kadri Simson, will be present at the forum that will also gather Mozambican and European policy-makers, public sector agencies, EU Member States embassies, business associations, financial institutions, investors, and development partners widely.
  • Furthermore, the forum will advocate for value addition to products bearing the label "Made in Mozambique" through integrated industrialization efforts.
  • The forum’s 14 discussion panels will cover vital sectors such as industrialization, energy transition, agriculture, the blue economy, tourism, transport and logistics, and digital connectivity.