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Women in the Digital Economy Fund: USAID, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and Partners Launch WiDEF

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

We need a future in which women are empowered to participate as equal citizens in our increasingly digital world.

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We need a future in which women are empowered to participate as equal citizens in our increasingly digital world.
"I'm proud of our support for the Women in the Digital Economy Fund.
Overcoming the gender digital divide is crucial to unlock the potential of women in the digital era.
"Launching WiDEF is indeed a special moment, one that reflects real commitment and determination to address the stubborn gender digital divide and open the possibilities for women in the digital economy.

Masdar signs 1GW Clean Energy Agreement in Azerbaijan following Presidential Inauguration of Garadagh Solar Park, Largest in the Region

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

BAKU, Azerbaijan, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, the UAE's clean energy powerhouse, has signed agreements for solar and onshore wind projects with a total capacity of 1 gigawatt (GW) in Azerbaijan, following the inauguration of the region's largest operational solar plant, the 230MW Garadagh Solar Park.

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This follows the successful development of Garadagh, Azerbaijan's first foreign investment-based independent solar power project, and the largest solar plant in the region.
The 1GW clean energy agreements were signed by Masdar Chief Executive Officer, Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, Azerbaijan Minister of Energy, HE Parviz Shahbazov and Azerbaijan Minister of the Economy, HE Mikayil Jabbarov.
"The UAE is proud to support Azerbaijan's clean energy goals, to generate more than 30 percent of its overall energy capacity from renewables by 2030.
Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, Chief Executive Officer of Masdar, said: "The inauguration of Garadagh, the largest operational plant in the region, is a milestone achievement.

Masdar signs 1GW Clean Energy Agreement in Azerbaijan following Presidential Inauguration of Garadagh Solar Park, Largest in the Region

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

BAKU, Azerbaijan, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, the UAE's clean energy powerhouse, has signed agreements for solar and onshore wind projects with a total capacity of 1 gigawatt (GW) in Azerbaijan, following the inauguration of the region's largest operational solar plant, the 230MW Garadagh Solar Park.

Key Points:

This follows the successful development of Garadagh, Azerbaijan's first foreign investment-based independent solar power project, and the largest solar plant in the region.
The 1GW clean energy agreements were signed by Masdar Chief Executive Officer, Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, Azerbaijan Minister of Energy, HE Parviz Shahbazov and Azerbaijan Minister of the Economy, HE Mikayil Jabbarov.
"The UAE is proud to support Azerbaijan's clean energy goals, to generate more than 30 percent of its overall energy capacity from renewables by 2030.
Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, Chief Executive Officer of Masdar, said: "The inauguration of Garadagh, the largest operational plant in the region, is a milestone achievement.

Kyrgyzstan, Ukraine, and Uzbekistan Update National Guidelines for Drug-Resistant TB Treatment to Advance National Rollout of Three-Drug, Six-Month Regimen

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Monday, September 18, 2023

PRETORIA, South Africa, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kyrgyzstan, Ukraine, and Uzbekistan — participants in the LIFT-TB project — have updated their National Tuberculosis (TB) Clinical Guidelines to endorse the all-oral, six-month BPaL/M (bedaquiline + pretomanid + linezolid ± Moxifloxacin) regimen(s) as the national standard for treating most patients with drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB).

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Launched in 2020 , LIFT-TB is a program intended to broaden adoption and scale-up of innovative TB cures.
As part of LIFT-TB, Kyrgyzstan, Ukraine and Uzbekistan each completed operational research of the BPaL regimen.
They have also all committed to scaling up use of the treatment for drug-resistant TB.
"It is heartening to see countries participating in LIFT-TB emerge as leaders in scaling up access to new DR-TB treatments.

Kyrgyzstan, Ukraine, and Uzbekistan Update National Guidelines for Drug-Resistant TB Treatment to Advance National Rollout of Three-Drug, Six-Month Regimen

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Monday, September 18, 2023

PRETORIA, South Africa, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kyrgyzstan, Ukraine, and Uzbekistan — participants in the LIFT-TB project — have updated their National Tuberculosis (TB) Clinical Guidelines to endorse the all-oral, six-month BPaL/M (bedaquiline + pretomanid + linezolid ± Moxifloxacin) regimen(s) as the national standard for treating most patients with drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB).

Key Points:

Launched in 2020 , LIFT-TB is a program intended to broaden adoption and scale-up of innovative TB cures.
As part of LIFT-TB, Kyrgyzstan, Ukraine and Uzbekistan each completed operational research of the BPaL regimen.
They have also all committed to scaling up use of the treatment for drug-resistant TB.
"It is heartening to see countries participating in LIFT-TB emerge as leaders in scaling up access to new DR-TB treatments.

Global Sae-A's Decade-long Educational Endeavor in Haiti Bears Fruit: First Ever Graduation at S&H School

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

Last year, Global Sae-A pioneered internships for aspiring graduates at Sae-A Trading's international branches, providing a seamless transition into society.

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Last year, Global Sae-A pioneered internships for aspiring graduates at Sae-A Trading's international branches, providing a seamless transition into society.
A meticulously crafted curriculum, elite faculty, multilingual subjects, and a focus on nourishing growth through balanced meals have made S&H School a unique educational haven in Haiti.
The incorporation of Hangul as an official curriculum subject since 2018 exemplifies Global Sae-A's commitment to cultural exchange, fostering a vibrant educational environment.
In summation, Global Sae-A's enduring impact traverses continents and scenarios, emboldening its status as a beacon of corporate benevolence.

NEC to deliver Communication and Automated Fare Collection Systems for the Philippines' North-South Commuter Railway

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023

NEC, Hitachi, NSCR, North–South Commuter Railway, Automated fare collection, Transport, ID, Sumitomo Corporation, ODA, Philippine Department, Rail Infrastructure projects in the United Kingdom, JICA, Telecommunications, Japan International Cooperation Agency, Korea International Cooperation Agency, Air pollution, TSE, Airline, Tunnel

TOKYO, July 19, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) and Sumitomo Corporation have received an order from Hitachi Rail STS S.p.A to deliver Communication Systems and an Automated Fare Collection System on the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) that is being developed by the Philippine Department of Transportation.

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TOKYO, July 19, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) and Sumitomo Corporation have received an order from Hitachi Rail STS S.p.A to deliver Communication Systems and an Automated Fare Collection System on the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) that is being developed by the Philippine Department of Transportation.
Leveraging its international experience in the construction of Communication Systems and Automated Fare Collection Systems, NEC will deliver these new systems in collaboration with partner companies and contracts that will include design, development, manufacturing, equipment procurement, installation, testing and commissioning.
In terms of Communication Systems, NEC will provide network infrastructure, radio systems, broadcasting systems for station buildings, and surveillance camera systems.
With regard to the Automated Fare Collection System, NEC will provide a central system for fare settlement and ID management for transit smartcards, as well as station equipment that includes ticket gates and ticket vending machines.

Quince Therapeutics to Acquire EryDel SpA and its Phase 3 Asset Targeting Ataxia-Telangiectasia with No Currently Approved Treatments and Estimated $1+ Billion Peak Sales Opportunity

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Monday, July 24, 2023

EryDel has developed an autologous intracellular drug encapsulation (AIDE) technology and a Phase 3 lead asset, EryDex, targeting a rare fatal pediatric neurological disease, Ataxia-Telangiectasia (A-T), which currently has no approved treatments.

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EryDel has developed an autologous intracellular drug encapsulation (AIDE) technology and a Phase 3 lead asset, EryDex, targeting a rare fatal pediatric neurological disease, Ataxia-Telangiectasia (A-T), which currently has no approved treatments.
Commercial version of EryKit treatment consumables approved in Europe and currently under partial clinical hold pending response to FDA query.
A-T population estimated to be approximately 10,000 patients in the U.S., U.K., and EU4 countries with no currently approved therapies and $1+ billion estimated peak sales opportunity globally.
MTS Health Partners, L.P. is serving as financial advisor and Cooley LLP is serving as legal counsel to Quince.

Mitsubishi Corporation Signs Loan Agreement for Monsoon Cross-border Wind Project in Laos

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Monday, April 10, 2023

Diamond, Asian Development Bank, ASEAN, Japan International Cooperation Agency, MC, Electricity, Carbon, Government, Wind, Mitsubishi Corporation, Economic development, Korea International Cooperation Agency, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, Vietnam Electricity, Renewable energy, Monsoon

Once the wind farm has been constructed, it will sell electricity to Vietnam's state-owned electric power company (Vietnam Electricity) under a 25-year power purchase agreement.

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Once the wind farm has been constructed, it will sell electricity to Vietnam's state-owned electric power company (Vietnam Electricity) under a 25-year power purchase agreement.
The Monsoon Wind Power Project is situated in southern Laos, and when completed will boast the largest installed capacity of any wind farm in Southeast Asia.
Furthermore, in strengthening cross-border power-transmission infrastructure, the Monsoon project should help to raise the average standard of living in Laos.
By participating in this project, MC is demonstrating a commitment to climate action, energy stability in Vietnam, and economic development in Laos.

Masdar Inaugurates 200MW Baynouna Solar Park, the Largest of Its Kind in Jordan

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Saturday, February 25, 2023

The ceremony was also attended by other high-level officials from the government of Jordan and senior executives from Masdar.

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The ceremony was also attended by other high-level officials from the government of Jordan and senior executives from Masdar.
HE Al Jaber, said, "In partnership with the Jordanian government, the Baynouna Solar Park will contribute to Jordan's climate targets, provide access to clean energy, create jobs and ensure economic growth.
The plant also displaces 360,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide per year, equivalent to taking nearly 80,000 cars off the road.
Peter Ramsay, Chief Executive Officer, Taaleri Group, said, "We are very excited to be inaugurating the largest solar park in Jordan.