Grand Croix of the Légion d'honneur

Rainbow PUSH Coalition And Rev. Jesse Jackson To Hold 55th Annual Convention To Focus On Leveling The Playing Field In The Era Of COVID-19

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., is a multi-racial, multi-issue, progressive, international membership organization fighting for social change.

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  • Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., is a multi-racial, multi-issue, progressive, international membership organization fighting for social change.
  • RPC today announces upcoming sessions in this year's convention, Beyond Freedom to Equality: Leveling the Playing Field in the Era of COVID.
  • This year's conference addresses critical issues such as voter suppression, education equality, access to healthcare, inclusion in corporate America, employment and housing.
  • Jesse L. Jackson Sr. who is receiving the highest French order of Merit from the President of France, Emmanuel Macron.

His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco Receives 2021 Indianapolis Prize Jane Alexander Global Wildlife Ambassador Award

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021

INDIANAPOLIS, July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The reigning Monarch of Monaco His Serene Highness Prince Albert II is an ocean conservationist, a philanthropist for protection of human rights, a five-time Olympian, and the 2021 Jane Alexander Global Wildlife Ambassador Award recipient.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The reigning Monarch of Monaco His Serene Highness Prince Albert II is an ocean conservationist, a philanthropist for protection of human rights, a five-time Olympian, and the 2021 Jane Alexander Global Wildlife Ambassador Award recipient.
  • In 2006, His Serene Highness proved his passion for wildlife conservation by establishing the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation to address the planet's alarming environmental situation.
  • "It is a great honor to welcome him as the recipient of the Global Wildlife Ambassador Award for 2021."
  • Prince Albert II will be honored on Sept. 25, 2021, at the Indianapolis Prize Gala presented by Cummins Inc., to be held in downtown Indianapolis.

Message to Canadians from the Administrator

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

OTTAWA, ON, July 20, 2021 /CNW/ - Dear Canadians,

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  • As my tenure draws to a close, I wanted to share with you what I have learned and gained from my experience.
  • On any given day, this means signing official documents, Orders in Council, letters to Heads of State and more.
  • I likewise had the privilege of honouring Canadians for lifetime achievements, for bravery, as well as for their talents and contributions to society.
  • I performed my duty as Administrator with great pride.

Mastercard Foundation Appoints Robin Washington to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021

Robin L. Washington was appointed to the Board and long-time Board member President Festus G. Mogae will be retiring.

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  • Robin L. Washington was appointed to the Board and long-time Board member President Festus G. Mogae will be retiring.
  • "I'm thrilled to welcome Robin Washington to the Board," says Zein M. Abdalla, Mastercard Foundation Board Chair.
  • Robin L. Washington is currently a member of the Board of Directors of Alphabet, Inc., Honeywell International, Inc., and Salesforce.com.
  • "The Mastercard Foundation does not shy away from the complex challenges facing the world in these unprecedented times," says Washington.

Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s Jarkko Havas Discusses Circular Economy on the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021

Jarkko Havas, Lead of Insights & Analysis for the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, is a featured guest this week on the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian .

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  • Jarkko Havas, Lead of Insights & Analysis for the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, is a featured guest this week on the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian .
  • On the show, Havas shares more about Circulytics and other important initiatives the Foundation is involved with.
  • "I really enjoyed the conversation with John Shegerian on the Impact Podcast, said Havas.
  • It was an honor to have a sustainability and circularity thought leader such as Jarkko on our show, said Shegerian.

French President Macron Confronts Antisemitism in Address to AJC Global Forum

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021

PARIS, June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --French President Emmanuel Macron, in an historic address to the American Jewish Committee (AJC) Virtual Global Forum, reaffirmed his commitments to combat antisemitism, strengthen France's relations with Israel and the United States, and ensure that Iran's ballistic missile and regional activities are addressed in any agreement.

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  • PARIS, June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --French President Emmanuel Macron, in an historic address to the American Jewish Committee (AJC) Virtual Global Forum, reaffirmed his commitments to combat antisemitism, strengthen France's relations with Israel and the United States, and ensure that Iran's ballistic missile and regional activities are addressed in any agreement.
  • It was Macron's first address to an American Jewish organization since his election as president four years ago.
  • "Antisemitism is, as it always has been, an unacceptable, unjustifiable menace, in the face of which we must relentlessly mobilize all our energies," said Macron.
  • The president praised the AJC Paris office, initially set up after World War II, and today directed by Anne-Sophie Sebban-Bcache.

Arnerich Massena Expands Diverse Leadership Team

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Tuesday, May 25, 2021

PORTLAND, Ore., May 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Arnerich Massena, a Portland, Oregon-based boutique investment firm announced two promotions that further strengthen the firm's already experienced, diverse, and talented leadership team.

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  • PORTLAND, Ore., May 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Arnerich Massena, a Portland, Oregon-based boutique investment firm announced two promotions that further strengthen the firm's already experienced, diverse, and talented leadership team.
  • Kapoor first joined the Arnerich Massena team in 2019 and brings more than 20 years of experience to the firm.
  • Arnerich Massena prides itself on having an ownership, leadership, and advisory team that is gender diverse and we look forward to seeing them continue to excel in their new roles."
  • The firm prides itself on having an ownership, leadership, and advisory team that is gender diverse.

Western Union Expands in South Korea with Korea Investment & Securities

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Monday, May 10, 2021

b'Western Union , a global leader in cross-border, cross-currency money movement and payments, and Korea Investment & Securities (Korea I&S) , one of the leading providers of financial services in South Korea, collaborate to offer Western Union consumer-to-consumer money transfers, via retail and digital channels.\nKorea I&S account holders in South Korea may choose to send Western Union money transfers via truefriend.com or the company\xe2\x80\x99s mobile app (available for Android and iOS ), or send and receive at more than 88 Korea I&S locations across the nation.

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  • b'Western Union , a global leader in cross-border, cross-currency money movement and payments, and Korea Investment & Securities (Korea I&S) , one of the leading providers of financial services in South Korea, collaborate to offer Western Union consumer-to-consumer money transfers, via retail and digital channels.\nKorea I&S account holders in South Korea may choose to send Western Union money transfers via truefriend.com or the company\xe2\x80\x99s mobile app (available for Android and iOS ), or send and receive at more than 88 Korea I&S locations across the nation.
  • Western Union\xe2\x80\x99s platform provides seamless cross-border flows and its leading global financial network bridges more than 200 countries and territories and over 130 currencies.
  • Western Union connects the world to bring boundless possibilities within reach.
  • Based on FY2019 financial data, Korea I&S\xe2\x80\x99 total asset is US$ 37 Billion, and revenue is US$ 6.7 Billion.\nView source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210509005025/en/\n'

DefinedCrowd's Founder and CEO Received by the President of Portugal

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Monday, April 19, 2021

b'SEATTLE, April 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --In the current context, His Excellency the President of Portugal received entrepreneur Dr. Daniela Braga during a hearing concerning the economic future of Portugal and the Recovery and Resilience Plan, which will be sent to Brussels by the end of the month.\n"I deeply admire the President of Portugal, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa.

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  • b'SEATTLE, April 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --In the current context, His Excellency the President of Portugal received entrepreneur Dr. Daniela Braga during a hearing concerning the economic future of Portugal and the Recovery and Resilience Plan, which will be sent to Brussels by the end of the month.\n"I deeply admire the President of Portugal, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa.
  • It was a great honor to meet and talk with His Excellency, especially about a subject that\'s so close to my heart," said Dr. Braga after the hearing.
  • Regarding Portugal\'s economic and social future, Dr. Braga said: "With the world still reeling from the impact of a global pandemic, social and economic concerns are understandably at the top of every country\'s agenda.
  • "\nThe hearing took place last FridayApril 16at 3 p.m. GMT, via videoconference.\n'

2021 Report on The Arctic: A New State Priority - State Programs, Regulation Development, Main Oil & Gas Projects, Elite Players - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, March 15, 2021

The Arctic is gradually turning into one of the main economic stakes of Russian state authorities.

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  • The Arctic is gradually turning into one of the main economic stakes of Russian state authorities.
  • Oil and gas companies feel that President Vladimir Putin is interested in this region, and they deliberately ignite his interest.
  • There are debates about the development of gas chemicals and even hydrogen production in the Arctic.
  • The reshuffle of ministers and the drafting of different Arctic development programs were also aimed at fulfilling Arctic ambitions.