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The Government has recently approved a comprehensive security-settlement program to bolster Israel’s frontiers. The plan calls for establishing new communities, army farming outposts and yeshivas including for ultra-Orthodox men on the borders. One of its leading proponents has been the Hashomer Hachadash. Reporter Arieh O’Sullivan spoke with Uri Sapir, Deputy Director General for Settlement Affairs for Hashomer Hachadash about the plan. (photo: hashomer hachash)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Minister of Employment and Labour, Nomakhosazana Meth has criticized the Democratic Alliance's decision to challenge the Employment Equity Amendment Act in court. The DA is set to present its case in the Pretoria High Court today. Minister Meth argues that the challenge threatens transformation and progress made since 1994. To discuss the implications, Elvis Presslin spoke to Thembinkosi Mkalipi, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Employment and Labour

This week on The Long Form, Sanny Ntayombya sits down with Ivan Murenzi, the Director General of the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR), for an unfiltered conversation on data, development, and the truth behind Rwanda's numbers.

According to the U.S. State Department, three-fifths of global GDP, three-quarters of world trade, and 90 percent of official development assistance can be accounted for in 38 countries. Those countries are members of the Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development – or OECD. Founded in 1961 and headquartered in Paris, the OECD's goals include stimulating global economic growth by providing a forum for intergovernmental collaboration. It's also the focus of this episode of Stats and Stories with guest Steve MacFeely. Steve MacFeely is, chief statistician at the Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development and adjunct professor at University College Cork. MacFeely joined OECD in August of last year as chief statistician and director of statistics and the data directorate. Before joining the organization, MacFeely served as Director of Data and Analytics at the World Health Organization and as Director of Statistics and Information at U-N Trade and Development. He has also served as the Deputy Director-General at the Central Statistics Office (CSO) in Ireland.

In the next episode of the Energy Connects podcast, Chiranjib Sengupta sat down with Gauri Singh, Deputy Director-General of International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), to explore the pathway to tripling global renewable energy capacity by 2030. That was the target committed to by world leaders at COP28 in Dubai, a historic agreement that was in line with recommendations by IRENA on how to close the energy transition gap and stay on a 1.5°C pathway.Singh discusses the progress made on that journey and outlines actions for the global energy community to ensure we are on track with this target. She also highlights how consistently decreasing cost of renewables is helping speed up their deployment across the industry, and why the World Utilities Congress in May will help propel the industry towards a sustainable future.

Stephen Grootes talks to Dr. Nicholas Crisp, Deputy Director-General of the National Department of Health, about his career journey from medical doctor to senior government official and the valuable money lessons he learned along the way. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.Thank you for listening to The Money Show podcast.Listen live - The Money Show with Stephen Grootes is broadcast weekdays between 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) on 702 and CapeTalk. There’s more from the show at www.themoneyshow.co.za Subscribe to the Money Show daily and weekly newslettersThe Money Show is brought to you by Absa. Follow us on:702 on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2nd Biennial Africa Children's Summit starts today and runs through to April 7th. The Summit unites over 1,300 young delegates; 300 in Johannesburg and 1,000 online. Co-hosted by the Department of Social Development and the Nelson Mandela Children's Fund, it empowers youth to shape policies on education, technology, and human rights. Amid South Africa's rising sexual violence cases against minors, Siza Magangoe, Deputy Director General of Welfare Services, discusses this critical issue with Elvis Presslin

#EIB #SustainableFinance #ImpactInvesting #GreenFinance Season 10, Episode 04: How European Investment Bank is Redefining Investment for Good. In this episode, we sit down with Elina Roine, Deputy Director General at the European Investment Bank (EIB), to explore how the EIB is shaping the future of sustainable finance. From leading the EIB's transition into the EU Climate Bank to driving impact-driven investments, Elina shares insights on financing Europe's green transition, tackling global challenges, and ensuring real, measurable impact.

Half of the world's population cannot enjoy the night sky due to light pollution. Fortunately, South Africa has a significant geographic advantage, allowing us to experience our stunning night skies. The country aims to leverage this with its substantial investment in the Square Kilometre Array (SKA), a multi-billion-dollar initiative to construct the world's largest telescope. In an interview with Biznews, Shamilla Chettiar, the Deputy Director-General of the South African Department of Tourism, said that R352 million will be allocated to the project in the Northern Cape to stimulate economic growth and combat unemployment. Dr. Chettiar said that Sutherland, home to the largest optical telescope in the Southern Hemisphere, has seen a surge in tourism, generating R50 million annually for the region. A Science Exploratorium will be established in Carnarvon, where the SKA is located, and the astro-tourism strategy will include the indigenous storytelling traditions of the San people

“We're giving [companies] the avenue to take something that historically has been an inconvenience and turn that into an opportunity to make them some money, whether that be selling energy to the grid, or putting energy back into the operations of their facilities. So, what could have cost them money in the past can now be a huge benefit. At the same time, you're doing something great for the world and our future.” Autumn Huskins on Electric Ladies Podcast Addressing climate change presents two big questions: How do we reduce waste and keep it out of landfills, and how can we power our electricity-dependent economy without exacerbating climate change? An innovative waste-to-energy technology in San Luis Obispo, California is diverting waste from landfills, creating exciting new revenue streams – and even helping make wine! Listen to Autumn Hustins, Finance Director at Hitachi Zosen Inova (HZI), as she explores a renewable energy source that is providing clean power to ~600,000 homes and businesses in the local economy, with plans to grow. You'll hear about: How Hitachi Zosen Inova's waste-to-energy plant is converting agricultural and food waste into electricity for the local grid. New revenue streams that waste-to-energy innovations create for business and local communities. Impact of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) on the adoption of waste-to-energy projects. How the green energy transition is creating new jobs in places previously reliant on fossil fuels. Plus, the secret to a great career is surprisingly simple. "You go to work every day in the job that you're in. You do your absolute best. You give your all to that particular position, and the positions will follow. I don't care what your role is. I don't care if you're the janitor or the CEO, I think you approach the job the same way and do the best that you can possibly do, and it'll work out.” Autumn Huskins on Electric Ladies Podcast Read Joan's Forbes articles here. You'll also like: ICWS Webinar, Joan Michelson moderates an enlightening webinar with top leaders on The Future of the Energy Transition and the Grid. Gauri Singh, Deputy Director General of the International Renewable Energy Agency, on the deployment of clean energy around the world. Björk Kristjánsdóttir, COO/CFO of Carbon Recycling International, on turning CO2 into valuable products. Bethia Burke, President of The Fund For Our Economic Future, on the impact of green jobs on local economies. Vanessa Chan, former Chief Commercialization Officer of the Department of Energy, on funding the transition to clean energy. More from Electric Ladies Podcast!  Join us at The Earth Day Women's Summit on April 22, 2025, in Dallas, Texas! Register today with the code “EDWS” for the Women's Summit and a special rate. Elevate your career with expert coaching and ESG advisory with Electric Ladies Podcast. Unlock new opportunities, gain confidence, and achieve your career goals with the right guidance. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive our podcasts, articles, events and career advice – and special coaching offers. Thanks for subscribing on Apple Podcasts or iHeartRadio and leaving us a review! Don't forget to follow us on our socials Twitter: @joanmichelson LinkedIn: Electric Ladies Podcast with Joan Michelson Twitter: @joanmichelson Facebook: Green Connections Radio

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Dr Anban Pillay, Deputy Director General for Health Regulations at the National Department of Health, to discuss the reasons behind the recently gazetted regulations prohibiting the sale, importation, and manufacture of food products containing cannabis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“I think there needs to be more women stepping up and realizing that they proudly should play the game…I hear a lot of women second guessing themselves before they step out on their own. And that is what we have to recognize. We have so much to offer, and half this battle is just us opening our mouths and letting it out.” Majora Carter on Electric Ladies Podcast This Women's History Month takes place amid significant changes to women everywhere, from political headwinds threatening progress, to rollbacks in corporate support. Women leadership has shown to be valuable in driving revenue, growth, profitability, innovation and recruitment. Just ask the 75-80% of respondents in a LinkedIn study that say support for women is a deciding factor for the companies they choose.   In our quarterly career collage, we're celebrating valuable advice from five extraordinary women who are advancing today, and in energy, climate, sustainability and ESG – environment, social, governance – careers and industries. They share actionable tips that every woman can apply to their professional development and everyday life, and a powerful message: We're not going anywhere.   This episode brings you advice from: Kate Williams, CEO of 1% For The Planet Björk Kristjánsdóttir, COO/CFO of Carbon Recycling International Gauri Singh, Deputy Director-General of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Dr. Stephanie Hare, Researcher, Broadcaster and Author Majora Carter, Urban Revitalization Expert   You'll also like: The Most Important Advice For Women In 2025 Career Advice For Times Of Great Change – From 5 Electric Ladies Unusual Career Advice – Powerful Insights From 5 Renowned Electric Ladies Guests Top Women In Energy & Climate Share Career Advice Career Advice Collage Time! Powerful Insights From 5 Extraordinary Women Changemakers in 2023 Read Joan's Forbes piece on How Women Can Boost Their Careers Despite Headwinds — Women's History Month, and more of her articles here. More from Electric Ladies Podcast! Join us at The Earth Day Women's Summit on April 22, 2025, in Dallas, Texas! Register today with the code “EDWS” for the Women's Summit and a special rate.    Elevate your career with expert coaching and ESG advisory with Electric Ladies Podcast. Unlock new opportunities, gain confidence, and achieve your career goals with the right guidance. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive our podcasts, articles, events and career advice – and special coaching offers.. Thanks for subscribing on Apple Podcasts or iHeartRadio and leaving us a review!  Don't forget to follow us on our socials Twitter: @joanmichelson LinkedIn: Electric Ladies Podcast with Joan Michelson Twitter: @joanmichelson Facebook: Green Connections Radio

The Department of Communications and Digital Technologies says it welcomes the decision of the National Treasury to assist the South African Post Office with 150 Million rands. These funds are expected to help address the Post Office's immediate financial pressures. This follows threats by the Communication Workers Union to close down all branches of the Post Office countrywide demanding a fifteen percent salary increase. It is also alleged that SAPO has in recent weeks failed to make medical aid contributions of their workers. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Deputy Director General at Department of Communications and Digital Technologies, Omega Shilembe...

Minister of Trade and Industry, Parks Tau has established a fund aimed at addressing challenges linked to foodborne illnesses, particular in township stores, including spaza shops. This was announced by Minister Tau during his briefing to the Select Committee on Economic Development and Trade in Parliament yesterday. The fund's implementation will be led by the National Empowerment Fund and the Small Enterprise Development and Finance Agency. Jon Gericke spoke to Susan Mangole, acting Deputy Director-General for Incentives at the Trade and Industry department...

"The audio is an interview with Luis Jiménez, Deputy Director-General of the National Cryptologic Center (CCN-CERT), and Enrique Pérez de Tena, Head of International Relations and Cooperation of the Joint Cyber Command, about the 18th STIC CCN-CERT Conference and the 6th Cyber Defense Conference of the Joint Cyber Command. This annual event, jointly organized, seeks to be a meeting point for the entire cybersecurity and cyber defense sector, bringing together public administrations, private companies, the academic world, and international organizations. This year's edition, with the theme "Active Cyber Defense for a Digital World," stands out for its growing popularity, with more than 6,000 in-person attendees and 7,000 online, addressing key topics such as artificial intelligence, the NIS2 regulations, talent acquisition, cybercrime, military operations in cyberspace, and quantum technology. Twitter: @ciberafterwork Instagram: @ciberafterwork Panda Security: https://www.pandasecurity.com/es/ +info: https://psaneme.com/ https://bitlifemedia.com/ https://www.vapasec.com/ VAPASEC https://www.vapasec.com/ https://www.vapasec.com/webprotection/

“Renewable energy is women-friendly. It has the potential to be customised for every use case, but I don't think enough has been done. Women have always been both producers and consumers of energy, from gathering firewood to cooking. What's needed is for women to understand that this is an area where they can make a difference and adopt this energy source that is modular and customizable [for their needs].” Gauri Singh on Electric Ladies Podcast COP28 set an ambitious goal to triple renewable energy capacity by 2030. Achieving this target requires countries to deploy clean energy to billions of people around the world. With investments in regulatory frameworks and grid infrastructure, there is a critical opportunity for women around the world to be involved in - and benefit from - the transition to clean energy. Listen to Gauri Singh, Deputy Director-General of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), who is leading the way in the deployment of renewable energy in more countries. She has over 30 years of experience in renewable energy and sustainable development, including the development of India's National Solar Mission.  You'll hear about: How is IRENA working with countries to develop tailored policy and regulatory frameworks to support their renewable energy goals. The shift in focus from renewable energy costs to issues around grid integration, storage, and flexibility. The unique opportunities renewable energy presents for women's economic empowerment and food security. Plus, career advice on getting out of your comfort zone, breaking out of career stereotypes, and finding good mentors. "It's important to get out of your comfort zone. You really need to push yourself to get out of the comfort zone because that's what gives you growth. Every woman has within her the potential to break boundaries. These boundaries are there to be broken.” Gauri Singh on Electric Ladies Podcast Read Joan's Forbes articles here. You'll also like: ICWS Webinar, moderated by Joan Michelson, on the future of the energy transition and the grid. Bjork Kristjansdottir, COO/CFO of Carbon Recycling International, on how carbon recycling is accelerating the energy transition Halla Hrund Logadottir, Director-General, Iceland's National Energy Authority, on how the country has become 85% renewable energy. Inna Braverman, Founder/CEO of Eco Wave Power, on how wave power works and her powerful personal story that reflects today's geopolitical dynamics. Want to hear more from us? Subscribe to our newsletter to receive our podcasts, blog, events and special coaching offers.

In this enlightening episode of The Brand Called You, Tamym Abdessemed, Dean of Excelia Business School in France shares the future of business education, the role of digital transformation, sustainability, and the importance of international cooperation. Tamym shares his vision for Excelia and his passion for shaping future leaders with a global perspective. Tune in to explore the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for aspiring business professionals. 00:39- About Prof Tamym Abdessemed Professor Tamym Abdessemed is the dean of the Excelia Business School. He is the Director General of Excelia in France. He is an author of different articles in journals and business cases in his areas of interest.

Trailblazer in Sustainability and Gender Diversity: Seema AroraSeema Arora serves as the Deputy Director General of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), where she has been a driving force in championing sustainable business practices and enhancing gender diversity within the workforce.  Since joining CII in 1991, she has led transformative initiatives, pioneering services focused on sustainable development and engaging Indian industry for the Earth Summit in 1992.Her leadership portfolio at CII includes:  CII FoundationCentre of Excellence for Sustainable DevelopmentCII Development InitiativesIndian Women Network, which empowers women to unlock their economic potential.  Seema designs innovative frameworks to make sustainability and corporate social responsibility integral to business strategies. Her work not only promotes equal opportunities but also fosters collaboration and develops solutions to societal challenges.  Through her vision and persistence, she has become a key voice in shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future for India's industries.In this podcast, Seema Arora shares her invaluable insights on driving sustainable development and promoting gender diversity in the workforce. Don't miss her perspective on building a future that is both inclusive and sustainable.  

In this insightful episode of Building Doors, we're joined by Priscilla Radice, the Deputy Director General of Health Infrastructure in Queensland, as she shares her wealth of experience in leadership, collaboration, and trust-building in government and private sector organisations. From her sociology roots to leading major health infrastructure projects, Priscilla offers practical advice on stakeholder engagement, aligning diverse teams, and embracing inclusive leadership. Whether you're navigating large-scale project collaborations or looking for inspiration in your career path, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways.Key Takeaways from This EpisodeThe Power of Trust: How trust and compromise can lead to successful collaborations.Inclusive Leadership: Embracing diversity and mentorship to foster growth.Effective Collaboration Strategies: Aligning teams around shared goals and principles.Balancing Priorities: Managing human and financial needs in large-scale projects.Episode Highlights [00:00] Introduction to Collaboration and TrustDiscover why trust and compromise are foundational in Australian culture.[01:40] Priscilla's Career JourneyExplore her diverse path, from sociology to leadership in health infrastructure.[04:21] Challenges in CollaborationKey challenges and how to overcome them when managing large teams.[08:35] Building Trust in TeamsPractical strategies to foster trust and strengthen team dynamics.[11:42] Balancing Human and Financial Needs in Health InfrastructureInsights into addressing competing priorities in large-scale projects.[15:20] Design Principles for Health InfrastructureWhy good design matters and how to align around a common purpose.[24:11] Mentorship and Career ReflectionsThe role of inclusive leadership and mentoring in Priscilla's success.Priscilla reminds us in this episode about the importance of recognising infrastructure as a social structure and how fostering collaboration across client and customer relationships is essential for the legacy build of health infrastructure projects. Connect with Priscilla Radice LinkedInFurther ResourcesHow to build trust with stakeholders for better outcomes: https://www.mural.co/blog/stakeholder-trustThe keys to stakeholder engagement- start with building trust: https://trellis.net/article/keys-stakeholder-engagement-start-building-trustEight ways to build collaborative teams: https://hbr.org/2007/11/eight-ways-to-build-collaborative-teamsWe think you'll love these previous episodes:Episode 48. Mastering Leadership – No Bullsh%t Strategies with Martin Moore Listen HereEpisode 50. Building a Better Future- Productivity, Innovation and Industry Insights with Andrew Chapman Listen HereFollow Building Doors on LinkedIn and Instagram for behind-the-scenes updates and future episode teasers.Subscribe to our Karan & Co Subscribe on LinkedIn Newsletter for exclusive hiring content and leadership resources.Share this episode with your network to inspire trust and collaboration in teams.Don't miss out Next Episode"In our next episode, we're talking to an expert in business development to uncover strategies for thriving in a challenging economic landscape—don't miss it!"About your host:Lauren Karan, Director, and Founder of Karan & Co.With over a decade of experience as a recruiter and development coach, Lauren Karan found that her priorities rapidly changed after the birth of her two children. In 2022 she founded Karan & Co flipping the outdated recruitment model with a focus on retention through career coaching and development.Lauren believes that if opportunity doesn't knock, you have to build a door – and it's this same philosophy that inspired her to create the Building Doors Podcast. The Building Doors Podcast is for leaders and professionals who want to unlock their potential, overcome challenges, and create meaningful impact in their careers.Help someone else Build Doors in their career:

The report of Mario Draghi, first published in September 2024, states that competition policy must adapt to ensure greater focus on fostering innovation and restoring the EU's long-term competitiveness. Many of the ideas in this report have featured heavily in the mission letters sent by European commission President Ursula von der Leyen to Commissioners-designate. This panel of experts explores how concepts in the Draghi report may be incorporated into any future Commission guidelines and how the report will influence the new Commission's approach to competition enforcement. The panel also reflects on whether Europe's competition policy harms its competitiveness or whether it offers an avenue through which to boost Europe's competitiveness. This panel event is hosted in conjunction with the Economic Regulators Network (ERN). About the Speakers: Olivier Guersent is the Director-General of the Directorate General for Competition. He joined the European Commission in 1992 and was initially with the “Merger Task Force” in the Directorate-General for Competition. From 2010 to 2014, he was the head of the private office of Michel Barnier, Commissioner for Internal Market and Service. Having held the position of Deputy Director-General since July 2014, Olivier has been Director-General of the Directorate-General for Financial Stability, Financial Service and Capital Markets Union from September 2015 to December 2019. Brian McHugh was appointed Chair of the Irish NCA, the CCPC in August 2023, having previously served as a Member of the CCPC from 2017. Prior to his appointment to the CCPC, he spent 15 years in Northern Ireland's Utility Regulator, the body responsible for both regulating the gas, electricity and water utility industries in Northern Ireland. During his time at the Utility Regulator, Brian was Director of Gas and Director of Finance & Network Assets. Brian holds a BA in Economics from Trinity College, Dublin, and an MSc in Energy Economics from the University of Surrey. Professor Imelda Maher is the Sutherland Full Professor of European Law and Director of the UCD Dublin European Institute. She is a member of the Royal Irish Academy and has been Senior Vice President since 2023. She is an honorary bencher of Middle Temple London, and she serves on the Advisory Board of the Cambridge Centre for European Legal Studies, the Max Planck Institute of Innovation and Competition, Munich, and the Institute for Consumer Antitrust Studies, Loyola University, Chicago. Professor Maher was the first Irish woman to become President of the Society of Legal Scholars of the UK and Ireland (2016-2017), the largest scholarly society of common law lawyers in Europe and is a founding member of the European Law Institute, Vienna. Loretta O'Sullivan is the Chief Economist and Partner at EY Ireland. Loretta has been working in the economics field for almost 20 years in both the public and private sectors, on a wide range of Irish, European and global issues. She was previously the Chief Economist at Bank of Ireland and the Senior Economist in the Monetary Policy and International Relations Division at the Central Bank of Ireland. Loretta holds a PhD in Economics from Trinity College Dublin and an MA in Policy, Management and Government from the University of York.

The Government is looking at overhauling its approach to conservation. The current Conservation Act hasn't been touched in 37 years. Proposed changes include charging for access to Department of Conservation land, simplifying rules to make protecting natural areas easier, and reducing red tape for tourism opportunities. Deputy Director-General Policy and Regulatory Services at Department of Conservation, Ruth Isaac tells Heather du Plessis-Allan the government has been looking at what is being done overseas to generate the revenue needed to maintain and support conservation areas. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are the key reforms needed to take our education system into the future? In this forum, we gathered policymakers, education experts, and industry leaders to deliberate on curriculum innovation, the integration of technology, strengthening STEM education, and enhancing access to early childhood and vocational training. How can we achieve the country's goal to align Malaysia's education system with global standards, and prepare future generations for the demands of the 21st century, in line with the Malaysia MADANI vision? Our guests, Yang Berusaha Tuan Zainal Abas, Deputy Director General of Education Malaysia (School Operations Sector), Ministry of Education Malaysia and Datin Haryati Binti Mohamed Razali, Deputy Director, Educational Planning and Research, Ministry of Education Malaysia join BFM's Sharaad Kuttan to outline the priority areas in education transformation, as identified by the Ministry of Education, Malaysia.

Climate change and nature loss are affecting all aspects of our lives, including our economies. What is the latest research telling us, and what is the cost to the economy? Stefania Secola talks to Executive Board member Frank Elderson and Deputy Director General and researcher Livio Stracca about how rising physical risks will affect our economies. The views expressed are those of the speakers and not necessarily those of the European Central Bank. This episode was recorded before the tragic floods in Spain. Published on 1 November. In this episode: 01:42 Floods, wildfires and droughtsHow do climate change and nature degradation affect our economies? And how high was the economic loss caused by recent extreme weather events ? 05:52 Catastrophe insuranceWhat is it? How many people have it? And what does it mean for our preparedness if disaster were to strike? 06:57 Adapting to a changing economyIt's clear that our environment is changing. How can we adapt our activities in the face of these changes? 10:05 The Network for Greening the Financial SystemWhat is it, and what does it do? And what does it have to do with central banks and supervisors? 12:32 How do climate change and nature loss affect our economies?How much higher are the expected losses than we previously thought? What's the latest scientific research telling us? 14:58 Climate messages during the Conference of the Parties (COP) meetingsWhich topics need more attention? And what can we do about it? 19:19 Our guests' hot tips Further reading: The impact of climate change and policies on productivity https://www.ecb.europa.eu/pub/pdf/scpops/ecb.op340~0173592e52.en.pdf Policy options to reduce the climate insurance protection gap https://www.ecb.europa.eu/pub/pdf/other/ecb.policyoptions_EIOPA~c0adae58b7.en.pdf Managing climate-related risks https://www.ecb.europa.eu/ecb/climate/managing_mitigating_climatel_risk/html/index.en.html Living in a world of disappearing nature: physical risk and the implications for financial stability https://www.ecb.europa.eu/pub/pdf/scpops/ecb.op333~1b97e436be.en.pdf What to do about Europe's climate insurance gap https://www.ecb.europa.eu/press/blog/date/2023/html/ecb.blog.230424~4cdc3a38ba.en.html Failing to plan is planning to fail – why transition planning is essential for banks https://www.bankingsupervision.europa.eu/press/blog/2024/html/ssm.blog240123~5471c5f63e.en.html The climate insurance protection gap https://www.ecb.europa.eu/ecb/climate/climate/html/index.en.html The Network for Greening the Financial System https://www.ngfs.net/en Measuring economic losses caused by climate change https://cepr.org/voxeu/columns/measuring-economic-losses-caused-climate-change “Know thyself” – avoiding policy mistakes in light of the prevailing climate science https://www.bankingsupervision.europa.eu/press/speeches/date/2024/html/ssm.sp240412~c256dc168c.en.html Hothouse Earth by Gill McGuire https://www.google.com/search?safe=active&sca_esv=0d2d5197637c41d9&rlz=1C1GCEA_enDE1060DE1060&q=hothouse+earth+bill+mcguire&udm=3&fbs=AEQNm0Aa4sjWe7Rqy32pFwRj0UkWd8nbOJfsBGGB5IQQO6L3J_86uWOeqwdnV0yaSF-x2jqw-AzvpDFRWNmLZKilfTrfO0pl9dtT9e2t2elzSdzPviJlaPtdkm_zev73LcACj_Zt3WoLu1loKbhUBQ0BvD6_OC9OERnpW26hAPVqw_fTJrjRkQgEJf5SXlzvVj2JhcxyIvER&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi2yfiVobGJAxX6_7sIHZckMjAQs6gLegQIExAB&biw=1280&bih=665&dpr=1.5 Climate Change 2023 Synthesis Report https://www.ipcc.ch/report/ar6/syr/downloads/report/IPCC_AR6_SYR_LongerReport.pdf Headline statements of the Synthesis Report https://www.ipcc.ch/report/ar6/syr/resources/spm-headline-statements Climate Change 2023: Synthesis Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9CeECpxtx8 European Central Bank https://www.ecb.europa.eu European Banking Supervision https://www.bankingsupervision.europa.eu/home/html/index.en.html

In this extended Frontline conversation the Deputy Director General at London's Royal United Services Institute, Malcolm Chalmers, discusses Ukraine's capability to hit Russia without western support, the damage Vladimir Putin's taking every day he fails to take major Ukrainian cities like Odesa and Kyiv, and why Putin will still believe there's a plausible path to Russian victory.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode was recorded live at the World Trade Organization's headquarters in Geneva. The live taping coincided with the WTO's "Public Forum," a week-long gathering of civil society at the WTO's headquarters. It's a major event, with around 5,000 people registered from around the world, attending a series of meetings, workshops, speeches, panel discussions, and, of course, our live Global Dispatches taping. This episode features two guests. First up is the WTO's chief economist, Ralph Ossa, who discusses his research on the global implications of widening trade disputes between major powers, such as the United States and China. I'm then joined by Anabel Gonzalez, the Vice President for Countries at the Inter-American Development Bank and a former Deputy Director General of the World Trade Organization, who offers her ideas on how trade may be harnessed to promote global equality and prosperity.

Agronomy and Policy Solutions for Effective Implementation of the African Fertilizer and Soil Health Action Plan Co-organized by IFPRI, CGIAR, Germany's Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), and Africa Network of Agricultural Policy Research Institutes (ANAPRI) September 10, 2024 CGIAR is pleased to support our regional and national partners in their implementation of the action plan emerging from the May 2024 African Fertilizer and Soil Health (AFSH) Summit. As the seventh policy seminar in the CGIAR series on Strengthening Food Systems Resilience, this event will examine the outcomes of the AFSH Summit and consider how to achieve the goals of the 10-year AFSH Action Plan. Bringing together diverse set of speakers, it will provide a platform for expertise exchange, collaboration, and actionable progress in advancing soil health and agricultural productivity in sub-Saharan Africa. Featured speakers from the research, policy, nongovernmental, and private sectors will highlight agronomy solutions and policy frameworks that can bolster stakeholder resilience. These experts will draw on the work of two CGIAR research initiatives, Excellence in Agronomy and National Policies and Strategies, to explore the potential of agronomy at scale solutions and present strategies for developing effective policy frameworks in support of soil health, balanced plant nutrition, and increased agricultural productivity and livelihoods. Opening Remarks Charlotte Hebebrand, Director of Communications and Public Affairs, IFPRI Antony Chapoto, Executive Director, Secretariat, Africa Network of Agricultural Policy Research Institutes (ANAPRI) Outcome of the AFSH and Next Steps Wole Fatunbi, Ag. Director of Research and Innovation, Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) Oumou Camara, Vice President of Programs, International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) Bernard Vanlauwe, Deputy Director General, Research for Development, International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) Felicitas Röhrig, Senior Policy Officer, Division “Agriculture, rural development”, German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) Habiba Mouttaki, Chief Commercial Officer, Office Chérifien des Phosphates (OCP) Africa Supporting Agronomic Solutions at Scale and Enabling Policy Frameworks for Sustainable Fertilizer Management and Soil Health Job Kihara, Agronomist, Alliance Bioversity International and CIAT; Excellence in Agronomy (EiA), CGIAR John Olwande, Research Fellow, Tegemeo Institute of Agricultural Policy and Development; National Policies and Strategies, CGIAR Claudia Ringler, Director, Natural Resources and Resilience (NRR), IFPRI Kibrom Abay, Senior Research Fellow, IFPRI Madhur Gautam, Senior Research Fellow, IFPRI Discussion Richard Mkandawire, Africa Director, Alliance for African Partnership, Michigan State University (MSU); National Planning Commissioner, Malawi Maria Wanzala, Vice President, Policy Services, African Fertilizer and Agribusiness Partnership (AFAP) Moderator Charlotte Hebebrand, Director of Communications and Public Affairs, IFPRI Links: More about this Event: https://www.ifpri.org/event/agronomy-and-policy-solutions-for-effective-implementation-of-the-african-fertilizer-and-soil-health-action-plan/ Subscribe IFPRI Insights newsletter and event announcements at www.ifpri.org/content/newsletter-subscription

  Clement Manyathela speaks to Dr Evelyn Masotja, Deputy Director General for Regulation at the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition and Matthew Parks, COSATU Parliamentary Coordinator about the signing of laws by President Ramaphosa, highlighting pay disparities & promoting ease of doing business. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to State of Seed, a four-part series about how seeds feed and sustain the planet in surprising and complicated ways. On this first episode, host Laura Rosbrow-Telem visits a Rijk Zwaan lettuce plant breeding facility in the Netherlands, watching seeds pollinate in real-time. She then goes to Rotterdam to attend the centennial World Seed Congress, an annual gathering of seed leaders. Here, she interviews Beth Bechdol, Deputy Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. Bechdol comes from a grain farming family, going back seven generations. She reflects on what the policy world misunderstands about agriculture and the key barriers farmers face in accessing quality seed.  State of Seed is a show from the International Seed Federation, with production services by FP Studios.

Ireland has joined a European-wide effort to underscore the importance of plant health. The #PlantHealth4Life campaign is led by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), the European Commission (EC), and is active in 22 European member states. PlantHealth4Life, European Initiative Speaking about the campaign, Senator Pippa Hackett, Minister of State for Land Use and Biodiversity with special responsibility for Horticulture at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine said: "We are proud to stand alongside our European partners to raise awareness of the profound interdependence between plant health and our collective well-being. This collaborative effort is a unique opportunity to engage citizens from all walks of life - be it the intrepid traveller, the conscientious gardener, or the vigilant parent - in safeguarding plant health." Ms Louise Byrne, Chief Plant Health Officer for Ireland, added that the Department of Agriculture, Food & the Marine conducts comprehensive inspections on imports of regulated plants and plant products. Importantly however, a critical element is educating the public across all spectrums, from commercial importers to amateur gardeners on the need for heightened awareness of the issues at stake and to not attempt to import unchecked plants and plant products that pose a risk to Ireland. The campaign urges travellers not to bring back any plants, flowers, seeds, fruits, or vegetables from outside the EU, as these items may harbour plant pests or diseases detrimental to native flora. Additionally, consumers are advised to buy plants and seeds online only if accompanied by a valid phytosanitary or plant health certificate. Embracing good plant hygiene practices and promptly addressing signs of plant pests or diseases in home gardens and communal outdoor spaces will also prevent their spread to neighbouring plants and natural habitats. Speaking on Ireland's involvement in the campaign, leading Irish garden designer Diarmuid Gavin, who was appointed as the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations' Goodwill Ambassador for Ireland in May 2022, said: "Safeguarding Irish plant health is paramount. As gardeners, we hold the power to effect change - by allowing our gardens to flourish naturally, propagating your own plants from seeds, sourcing plants responsibly, and vigilantly monitoring for abnormalities, we can collectively protect our botanical heritage." Tobin Robinson, Head of EFSA's PLANTS Unit added: "Plant health impacts not only the environment, the economy, and the European food chain but also our present and our future - by keeping plants healthy, we are protecting life. It is therefore a source of pride to see how Europeans are engaged in the topic, as demonstrated by the unprecedented participation of Member States in the #PlantHealth4Life campaign." Claire Bury, Deputy Director-General for Food Sustainability of DG SANTE stated: "Informed European citizens armed with accurate information on plant health can help protect and preserve our biodiversity. Plant health is a priority for the European Commission within the One Health approach. By informing people about the importance of not importing pests into the European Union and empowering them with the knowledge to take appropriate actions, we can make a difference." Visit the #PlantHealth4Life campaign at www.efsa.europa.eu/en/plh4l and discover how to safeguard plant health. About the campaign #PlantHealth4Life is a multi-year and multinational campaign developed at the request of the EC and based on an in-depth analysis of perceptions and behaviour on plant health across the EU. This year, the campaign involves 21 Member States and a candidate country, doubling the reach from the previous year: Belgium, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Montenegro. About EFSA The European Foo...

An agnostic by disposition, Jagadeesan was all of 32, successful and highflying, when a challenge to Bhagawan and the spontaneous grace sowed the seeds of faith in him. He went on to build an illustrious career, eventually becoming a Consultant to the United Nations for Economic and Trade Development, and a Deputy Director General, at Malaysia Industrial Development Authority, and being conferred the title, 'Dato' in Malaysia. Even as he saw success professionally, Mr Jagadeesan, fondly referred to as Brother Jega travelled widely spreading Swami's message and inspiring devotees across the globe. In this conversation recorded with Mr Jagadeesan in March 2024, he takes us on the remarkable journey that brought him closer to Swami, one step at a time.

Bongani Bingwa chats with Dr Nicholas Crisp, Deputy Director-General of National Health Insurance, about the signing of the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill into law, whether individuals should continue to pay their medical aid premiums, and where the money will come from to support the bill.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are the key technological integrations and partnerships that are reshaping regional Islamic asset management, and how are regulators responding to innovation? How are AI and machine learning remodeling asset allocation and how is the implementation of tokenization set to change the industry? What represent the latest Shariah compliant digital assets in use today, and are ECF and P2P platforms fulfilling their potential regionally? What are recent product innovations based on precious metals, and are they significant?Moderator:Shah Fahad, Deputy Director-General, BTD International Fund HousePanelists:Ali Allawala, Head Islamic Banking – UAE and Head Wealth and Retail Banking – Group Islamic Banking, Standard Chartered SaadiqKhalid Howladar, Chairman, MRHB DeFiPaula Tavangar, Chief Investment Officer, Injaz CapitalSaleh Al-Tamami, Co-Founder and CEO, MamunUmair Javed, Chief Business Officer, Fasset

What represents a holistic and efficient Islamic investment ecosystem, and what is an effective regulatory environment to foster growth for the sector? What are notable recent developments in global Islamic investment management, including those influencing investment patterns, asset allocation and product innovation? What role is technology playing in the evolution of Islamic asset management, and what are the key challenges and opportunities? How are savings and investment rates being stimulated in the GCC, and are suitable Shariah compliant products being developed to meet market needs? We ask an expert panel.Moderator:Frederik Wijsenbeek, Partner and Chief Investment Officer, Ethos InvestPanelists:Arsalan Tariq, Partner and Head of Banking and Finance, BSA LawFahd Chaudhry, Director, Client Coverage MENA, CIS and Turkey, S&P Dow Jones IndicesHakan Ozyon, CEO, Hejaz Financial ServicesMariam Veronica Abu Bakkar Seddek, Director, Group Head Institutional and Islamic Asset Management, Kenanga InvestorsOliver von Wolff, Founder and CEO, Helion CapitalShah Fahad, Deputy Director General, BTD International Fund House

Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey appeared blindsided by news that the Suicide Prevention Office was closing. Doocey insisted the office would remain open despite Deputy-Director General of Health announcing the office would merge into a wider directorate.  Labour health spokesperson Ayesa Verall weighed in that the closure was at the behest of the Government.   LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recently, the team has the pleasure of speaking with Frank Wouters, a true visionary in hydrogen as well as the untapped potential of deserts. Chris Jackson, Alicia Eastman, and Patrick Molloy delve into some timely topics including offsets and the Zero Emissions Trading Alliance (ZETA) as well as the newly funded EU MED-GEM Network.About Frank Wouters:Frank has been leading renewable energy projects, transactions, and technology development for more than thirty years and played a lead role in the development of renewable energy projects all over the world.Frank was the Deputy Director-General of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) from 2012 to 2014 and has sat on the boards of energy companies in Europe, Asia, the US, and Africa. He currently serves as:• Chairman of the MENA Hydrogen Alliance, Dubai• Chairman of the Dii Advisory Board, Dubai• Director of the EU MED-GEM Network, Brussels• Fellow, Payne Institute, Colorado School of Mines, Denver• Chairman of the Benelux Business Council Abu Dhabi• Chairman of the HyET Group Advisory Board, The Netherlands• Non-Executive Board Director of Gore Street Capital, LondonFrank has authored several books on renewable energy and green hydrogen and lives in Abu Dhabi. He has a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Delft University.About MENA Hydrogen Alliance: The organization aims to create the Middle East North Africa hydrogen community with a regional focus and global scope to accelerate the deployment of li-carbon hydrogen. The Alliance provides a platform for partners to meet and discuss pathways forward, to formulates common studies and connect producers and off-takers.About the EU MED-GEM Network:The EU MED-GEM project, supporting the development of Green Electrons and Molecules (GEM) in the Southern Mediterranean area, is an initiative funded by the European Union that aims to create and operate a sustainable and self-sustaining network in the Southern Neighbourhood region. By convening dialogue and collaborative activities between key energy stakeholders, MED-GEM activities facilitate and promote the growth of the GEM industry, in particular Renewable & Green Hydrogen, at regional level. The Network also aims at raising awareness on the imperative need for an accelerated clean energy transition. About ZETA:The Zero Emissions Trade Alliance (ZETA) was founded nearly ten years ago by Jan Haizmann. As an impartial and technically neutral platform for actors in the market of clean/low/no emissions energy carriers, it is intended to encourage and facilitate standards, certification, data exchange, and any related technologies and rules. --Links:MENA Hydrogen Alliance - https://dii-desertenergy.org/mena-hydrogen-alliance/EU MED-GEM Network - https://med-gem.eu/home-pageZETA - https://www.zeta2030.org/

AgendaIntroductory RemarksJames J. Carafano Ph.D., Senior Counselor to the President and E.W. Richardson Fellow, The Heritage FoundationKeynote AddressPéter Törcsi, Deputy Director General, Center for Fundamental RightsPanel I: Perspectives from EuropeJay Richards, Ph.D., Director, Richard and Helen DeVos Center for Life, Religion, and Family, The Heritage Foundation (Moderator)Ernesto Araújo, International Advisor, Fundación DisensoJerzy Kwaśniewski, President, Ordo Iuris Institute for Legal CultureDaniele Scalea, Founder and President, Centro Studi MachiavelliGergely Szilvay, Journalist and Senior Fellow, Mandiner Panel II: Perspectives from the Western HemisphereGrace Melton, Senior Associate, Richard and Helen DeVos Center for Life, Religion, and Family, The Heritage Foundation (Moderator)Ellie Cohanim, Senior Fellow, Independent Women's ForumShelley Crowley, Cofounder and Vice President, Women's Rights Matter CanadaEmilie Kao, Senior Counsel, Vice President for Advocacy Strategy, Alliance Defending FreedomJulio Pohl, Legal Counsel, Latin America, Alliance Defending Freedom InternationalThe infusion of gender ideology into foreign policy and international affairs is both inappropriate and dangerous, promoting notions antagonistic to traditional concepts of marriage, family, and sex, threatening to erode hard-won civil liberties and national sovereignty, and threatening mental and physical harm to children and young adults. No responsible government should advocate for these policies.Join us as panels of experts from Europe and the Western Hemisphere discuss the destructive impact of these government initiatives and the need for an international coalition to combat gender ideology. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vienna has set up a carrier-neutral parcel locker network called Wienbox. Some of Wienbox's key proponents discuss the parcel locker network's development and future. Monika Unterholzner, Deputy Director General of the Wiener Stadtwerke Group, whose responsibilities include logistics, Prof. Dr. Andreas Breinbauer, Head of the Logistics Department at the University of Applied Sciences BFI Vienna, who led academic support for Wienbox project, and David Strauß, Researcher Logistics and Transport Management, University of Applied Sciences BFI Vienna cover: City issues such as emissions, public transport, and city logistics Creating a framework for city logistics Creating a parcel locker policy for City of Vienna Testing parcel lockers as a city logistics instrument Use of public space Developing a masterplan for city logistics in Vienna Involving various stakeholders in creating policy Using parcel lockers as micro hubs for logistics Developing use cases for parcel lockers, including public transport lost and found City utilities and municipal departments involved in Wienbox Backing up the project with science and academic research Parcel locker partners Looking for best practice in white label parcel lockers worldwide Critical factors for parcel locker network success - cost, location, environment, and customer satisfaction Customer perspectives of parcel lockers Results of customer survey Factors that increase likelihood of customers using parcel lockers Realising potential environmental benefits of parcel lockers Who can use Wienbox parcel lockers (including delivery companies) Criteria for parcel locker locations Lockers excluded from public space in Vienna Relationship between parcel locker network density and speed of parcel collection Future developments planned for Wienbox parcel lockers Size and spread of the Wienbox parcel locker network Mobile app for parcel locker access  

“There are about 258 million people in over 50 countries in the world who are at crisis level of hunger.  …Two thirds of those people are farmers themselves.”  What is the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), and why does it exist?  To answer that, two very special guests are joining us for today's episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.  Harold Cooper joins hosts Ryan Priest and Sal Sama in the podcast room, and Beth Bechdol joins us virtually all the way from Rome, Italy.  If you've tuned in for a while, you may recall that Harold is the CEO of Premier Companies, and Beth is the Deputy Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.You'll hear from Harold regarding some of Beth's successes in the agriculture industry within the state of Indiana and the United States, and Beth will explain what the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations is, and some of what her role involves.  You'll also hear about why the organization was founded and how the FAO works to eliminate hunger and food insecurity across the globe.  “There's something that connects us as a part of agriculture, and I think that really is something that, on a human level, really needs to be prioritized and something that we don't lose sight of.” 

“There are about 258 million people in over 50 countries in the world who are at crisis level of hunger.  …Two thirds of those people are farmers themselves.”  What is the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), and why does it exist?  To answer that, two very special guests are joining us for today's episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.  Harold Cooper joins hosts Ryan Priest and Sal Sama in the podcast room, and Beth Bechdol joins us virtually all the way from Rome, Italy.  If you've tuned in for a while, you may recall that Harold is the CEO of Premier Companies, and Beth is the Deputy Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.You'll hear from Harold regarding some of Beth's successes in the agriculture industry within the state of Indiana and the United States, and Beth will explain what the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations is, and some of what her role involves.  You'll also hear about why the organization was founded and how the FAO works to eliminate hunger and food insecurity across the globe.  “There's something that connects us as a part of agriculture, and I think that really is something that, on a human level, really needs to be prioritized and something that we don't lose sight of.” 

Cian McCormack speaks to Samir Zaquot, Deputy Director General of the Al Mezan Centre for Human Rights about their concerns around people in Gaza dieing from disease as well as bombing.

Deputy Director General of National Health Insurance Dr Nicholas Crisp joins Miketo discuss the unexpected postponement of the vote on the National HealthInsurance (NHI) Bill by one week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cian McCormack talks to Samir Zaquot, Deputy Director General of the Al-Mezan Centre for Human Rights, about the situation on the ground in Rafah, southern Gaza.

    Clement Manyathela speaks to Political Analyst, Dr Ralph Mathekga and Deputy Director General for Professional Support Services at the National School of Government, Dr Botshabelo Maja about the difference in roles for executive authority officials and accounting officers in government structures.. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Jamie McGoldrick speaks with Ugochi Daniels, Deputy Director General for Operations at the International Organization for Migration in the UN. They discuss a wide variety of topics related to migration. Jamie asks her about the impact the invasion of Ukraine is having as people are pushed into different parts of Europe. There is a conversation about political difficulties, as countries change policies to restrict or even ban migrants. Ugochi details working with governments to try and establish safe and orderly migration. They also talk about how rhetoric in the media can negatively influence the perception people have of migrants coming into their countries.

This week, Jamie and Jerri sit down with special guest Deb Dunstone! Joining the podcast from New Zealand, Deb shares her strategies for bringing the magic back to learning and nurturing student agency. Tune in to hear Deb discuss the essential ingredients to make learning captivating: fostering connections, empowering students, and embracing inclusive education. Plus, she'll share her thoughts on the importance of authentic assessment, social-emotional learning, and developing engaging student engagement plans. --- ABOUT OUR GUEST Deborah Dunstone is the CEO of The Learner First. Formerly, she served as Deputy Director-General, Early Childhood and Educational Improvement, and Assistant Director-General for Disability and Inclusion in the Queensland Education system in Australia. Her career spans over 30 years as a teacher, Principal, School Supervisor, Regional Director, and Senior Executive. She led the development of Queensland's Inclusive Education policy, resulting in significant cultural growth in school and early childhood settings. She is a recipient of the United Nations Zero Project Award for innovative policy. --- SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Overcast | RadioPublic FOLLOW US: Website | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink provides one-click single sign-on into web and Windows applications, and instant access to files at school and in the cloud. Accessible from any computer, tablet, or smartphone, ClassLink is ideal for 1to1 and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives. Learn more at classlink.com.

Episode Notes What would it take to increase the power of figure skaters so they can influence the decisions that govern their sport? Where else in the Olympic movement is progress being made? What can we learn from sports where players' unions and collective bargaining are common? To answer some of these questions, I turned to Rob Koehler, the Director General of Global Athlete, an organization that helps athletes to organize and speak out on the issues they care about. Rob was previously the Deputy Director General of the World Anti-Doping Agency, the most senior of many positions he held at WADA between 2002 and 2018. He was also vice-chair of the WADA Independent Observer team at the Sochi Olympics. Rob is based in Montreal, Canada. I hope this episode gives you a taste of what is possible when athletes organize and use their voices to push for fairer sport! Transcript is available here. You can follow Rob on Twitter at @RobKoehler2 and Global Athlete @GlobalAthlete. You can reach me with comments or suggestions for topics and people I should talk to, by email at fsfuturepodcast@gmail.com or on Instagram and Twitter @futurefspodcast   If you appreciate the podcast, you can also support my work with the Tip Jar at https://futureoffigureskating.pinecast.co Remember to subscribe and review The Future of Figure Skating podcast on whatever platform you use, and share it with your friends! Resources Olympic Commercialization and Player Compensation: A Review of Olympic Financial Reports. Report by The Ted Rogers School of Management in partnership with Global Athlete - April 2020 https://www.globalathlete.org/research-and-surveys/olympic-commericalization R2O: Effective Athlete Representation in Global Sport 2023. Survey by the World Players Association June 2023. https://uniglobalunion.org/report/r2o-effective-athlete-representation-in-global-sport-2023/ Athletes Germany https://athleten-deutschland.org/en/english/ Rule 40: Do athletes control their image during the Olympics https://athelogroup.com/blog/rule-40-and-the-olympics/ Rule 50: Athlete expression and protest https://olympics.com/athlete365/athlete-expression-rule-50/ Open Letter to the IOC:  https://www.globalathlete.org/our-word/open-letter-ioc-russia-belarus-june-2023 Open Letter Call for Skate Canada and the Government of Canada to Address Abuse in Figure Skating https://www.globalathlete.org/our-word/open-letter-call-for-skate-canada-and-the-government-of-canada-to-address-abuse-in-figure-skating Canadian Parliament Standing Committee on the Status of Women report, Time to Listen to Survivors: Taking Action Towards Creating a Safe Sport Environment for All Athletes in Canada, Recommends the “Government of Canada establish an independent national public inquiry into maltreatment in sports in Canada”. Athletics Association https://athleticsassociation.org/ THE ATHLETICS ASSOCIATION WELCOMES RETURN TO 32 EVENTS IN NEW DIAMOND LEAGUE FORMAT https://athleticsassociation.org/updates/the-athletics-association-welcomes-greater-inclusivity-in-new-diamond-league-format International Swimmers Alliance https://www.internationalswimmersalliance.org/ Aspen Institute, Project Play “Children's Rights in Sport”  https://projectplay.org/childrens-rights-and-sports Sharon Stoll, “What Kind of Character do Athletes Possess” https://thesportjournal.org/article/what-type-of-character-do-athletes-possess/ Evan Bates speaks out https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/olympics/2023/06/23/olympic-skaters-still-missing-medals-500-days-later/70349368007/ ISU Athletes Commission https://www.isu.org/inside-isu/about/athletes-commission ISU Statement on support for Ukrainian skaters and Russian/Belarussian Participation, June 2023 https://www.isu.org/isu-news/news/145-news/14614-isu-statement-ioc-recommendations-of-march-28-2023?templateParam=15 Support The Future of Figure Skating by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/futureoffigureskating Find out more at https://futureoffigureskating.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Doug McHoney (PwC's International Tax Services Global Leader) is joined in Madrid by Edwin Visser, PwC's European Tax Policy Leader. Prior to joining PwC, Edwin was the Deputy Director General for Tax Customs Policy and Legislation and Director for Direct Taxes at the Dutch Ministry of Finance. One of the real challenges for tax professionals and advisors is the sheer volume of tax proposals from the European Union. Edwin and Doug discuss the numerous EU tax proposals, including the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR), Green Energy Credits, ATAD3. They also cover the EU's legislative process, flashback to the Common Consolidated Corporate Tax Base (CCCTB), then tackle Business in Europe: Framework for Income Taxation (BEFIT), the SAFE project, and the Debt-equity bias reduction allowance (DEBRA). They cap the episode with a check in on Pillar One and Pillar Two.