eyesoneast-timor 1. A Platform for Ambitious Climate Goals The COP29 Climate Change Conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, is set to be a pivotal event in the global fight against climate change. With nearly 200 countries participating, the conference aims to secure a new collective quantified goal for climate finance, ensuring that every nation has the means…
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Historic Wonders and Cultural Treasures eyesoneast-timor Amsterdam, November 6th, 2024 – Dili, the capital city of Timor Leste, is a treasure trove of history and culture. Start your journey at the Cristo Rei Statue, a towering 27-meter-high statue of Jesus Christ offering panoramic views of the city and the sea. Don’t miss the Resistance Museum,…
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$1bn US-backed loan eyesonsuriname / financial times Amsterdam, 23 October 2024– El Salvador has refinanced $1bn of its debt with a US government-backed loan from JPMorgan Chase linked to promises of river conservation, as President Nayib Bukele seeks to put the country on a stronger economic footing. The Central American nation said on Thursday that…
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Social Protection and Education in what once was the 7th richest country on earth eyeson..project Amsterdam, 23 october 2024– Carlos Felipe Jaramillo, World Bank’s (WB) Vice President announced Tuesday on several social media as well as on the website of the Bank, that his entity was “ready to accompany Argentina with more than US$ 2 billion…
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A Harmonious Metropolis eyesonindonesia The Wild Heart of Singapore: Bukit Timah Nature Reserve Amsterdam, October 16th, 2024 – Nestled in the heart of Singapore, Bukit Timah Nature Reserve is a testament to the city’s commitment to preserving its natural heritage. This lush, verdant sanctuary is home to a rich diversity of flora and fauna, including…
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Leadership strategy. AI touches us and our lives everywhere. by Steffan Heuer / theeyesonproject Artificial intelligence is opening up a brave new world. Think:Act assesses four key areas which the nascent technology will transform: the boardroom, the workplace, society and ourselves. How we respond collectively and individually to intelligent machines is set to have a long-lasting…
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Uniquely surprising or is it surprisingly unique? eyesonindonesia Amsterdam, Oct. 7th 2024– The Hotel Majapahit in central Surabaya on East Java, Indonesia, is much more than just any luxury hotel. What else can we say? It is a living symbol of Indonesia’s rich history, culture, and resilience. For those who would want to know and are interested of course. Under…
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eyesoneast-timor A New Era of Tourism: China’s Direct Airline Amsterdam, October 1, 2024 – With the recent introduction of direct flights from China to Timor-Leste, the country is set to become a top destination for nature lovers. This new connection facilitates access to one of Southeast Asia’s hidden gems, where natural beauty and vibrant culture…
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French Group invests in Brazil eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, 24 september 2024 — Nestled between one of the Americas largest cities, São Paulo, and the Atlantic Ocean, the Port of Santos is a sprawling port that continues to grow. It is the second busiest container port in Latin America after Panama’s Port of Colón and acts as the…
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Risk Mitigation the eyesproject Amsterdam, 21 September 2024– When it comes to climate change, less developed and poorer countries, mostly in the Global South face a double set back: Not only do they experience some of the worst impacts of global warming, they then struggle to access the big sums of money needed for climate solutions because of risk-shy investors. …
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