Podcasts about former deputy minister

Over the past decade, there's been much debate around whether Canada's presence on the world stage has diminished. As Canada prepares to host the upcoming G7 summit in Alberta, along with attending next month's NATO Summit in The Hague, is there an opportunity for a Mark Carney led Canada to take on a more prominent role in a shifting global order? Host Steve Paikin asks: Richard Fadden, Former Director of CSIS - the Canadian Security Intelligence Service; Former National Security Adviser to Stephen Harper, and Former Deputy Minister for the Department of National Defence. Adam Chapnick, Professor of defence studies at the Royal Military College of Canada and Co-author of: "Canada First, Not Canada Alone: A History of Canadian Foreign Policy." Kerry Buck, Former Canadian Ambassador to NATO and Senior Fellow at the University of Ottawa. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Deputy Minister for Energy, Collins Adomako Mensah, has described the disappearance of 1,350 containers belonging to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) from the port as strange, urging that investigations be conducted into the matter

Pastors and clergy are deeply disappointed in John Dramani Mahama for not appointing a single member of their group to the Council of State, despite their support in helping him win the election. – Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, Former Deputy Minister of Education.

In this episode, TXOGA President Todd Staples and Shana Joyce, Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs, discuss the Association's annual Lone Star Energy Forum held in November 2024.In addition, they play the video footage of the panel discussion, “A New Administration & Mexico's Energy Industry,” moderated by Antonio Garza, Former U.S. Ambassador to Mexico, and featuring Carlos Garcia, Senior Vice President of Latin America Commercial Operations at Valero, and Francisco de Rosenzweig, Former Deputy Minister of Foreign Trade at the Ministry of the Economy for Mexico. The panelists provided insights into how the election of President Claudia Sheinbaum will affect the energy sector and working relationships across Mexico, Texas, and the United States.--TXOGA: TXOGA Lone Star Energy Forum Features 66th U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and Governor Greg Abbott

Digital Nasional Berhad announced last Friday that Telekom Malaysia's Share Subscription Agreement (SSA) to acquire a stake in DNB has been terminated as it failed to fulfill the the conditions. We explore the consequences of this and if it derails the country's 5G plans including the rollout of the second network. Professor Dr. Ong Kian Ming, Pro Vice Chancellor for External Engagement at Taylor's University and Former Deputy Minister of International Trade and Industry gives us his perspective and what clarifications the government should provide for this national utility. Image Credit: shutterstock.com

Former Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development John Jeffery explains the duties and powers of ministers in office. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Global Energy Question - N100 2024 BerlinThis session provides a holistic overview of crucial trends and strategic realignments in global energy, emphasizing both a scientifically informed understanding and the practical aspect of crafting future policies.This stage debate addresses the critical trends shaping global energy futures, strategies, and policies with a focus on adapting to the demands of climate change and sustainable transitions. The session will serve as a prism for evaluating the effectiveness of decarbonization policies through the lens of environmental, economic, and social impacts while integrating perspectives from physics to explore foundational principles affecting energy systems. It will also highlight transformative innovations in energy technologies and how these can redefine the landscape of knowns and unknowns in energy futuresSpeakersFrederick Bordry, CTO of Gauss Fusion | Former Director of Technology, CERNLenka Kovačovská, LK Energy Consulting, Former Deputy Minister responsible for energy, CZMirek Topolánek, Former Prime Minister of the Czech Republic & President of the European CouncilTony Curzon Price, Economic regulation, strategy, energy, net zero, antitrust, tech regulation, former sr advisor to UK PMNext 100 SymposiumThe Next 100 Symposium, a conference by the Global Arena Research Institute, bringing together leaders and experts across various disciplines, has served as a platform for fostering open discussion on global challenges since its inception. The inaugural Next 100 Symposium in the fall of 2018 commemorated the centenary of the First World War's end. Inspired by a spirit of rebuilding trust and stability from the ruins of post-war Europe, we sought to shift from crisis-driven language, exploring how science, technology, and open, cross-disciplinary dialogue could transcend the darkening global horizons. The past six years did not offer much optimism in this regard. The COVID-19 pandemic acted as a global accelerator, exacerbating underlying social, economic, and political issues, while also introducing many new ones. True to the original ethos of the Next 100, we reject the notion of deepening disorder, mistrust, and polarization as the "new normal." The 2024 Berlin edition aims to identify realistic, actionable paths forward, particularly in the context of the upcoming European parliamentary elections and the upcoming European Commission.https://www.next100symposium.org/If you want better insights into challenges and decisions you or your business are facing, GARI's analytical services are of unmatched complexity and high accuracy - whether your questions are on the green energy transition, trade and supply chains, or political and security related - contact us for a free consultation and see how you can optimise your decision-making.www.globari.org@LinkedIn @GARInstitute) / Twitter

The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has issued a stern warning against calls for attacks on soldiers, highlighting the significant threat such actions pose to the nation's security and stability. This follows a viral video featuring Ernest Frimpong, the New Patriotic Party's Parliamentary Candidate in the Amenfi East constituency of the Western Region, urging individuals believed to be small-scale miners to resist arrest by soldiers. Listen as Major (RTD) Derrick Oduro, former Deputy Minister of Defence, addresses this. Additionally, Ernest Frimpong, the NPP's Amenfi East parliamentary candidate, clarifies his statement. Please listen.

The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has issued a stern warning against calls for attacks on soldiers, highlighting the significant threat such actions pose to the nation's security and stability. This follows a viral video featuring Ernest Frimpong, the New Patriotic Party's Parliamentary Candidate in the Amenfi East constituency of the Western Region, urging individuals believed to be small-scale miners to resist arrest by soldiers. Listen as Major (RTD) Derrick Oduro, former Deputy Minister of Defence, addresses this. Additionally, Ernest Frimpong, the NPP's Amenfi East parliamentary candidate, clarifies his statement. Please listen.

Dr. Kathleen Ross, President, Canadian Medical Association joins Vassy to give reaction to Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland's announcement on capital gains yesterday. On todays show:  Richard Fadden, Former Deputy Minister of National Defence of Canada and former director of CSIS joins Vassy to discuss how there has been no agreement among parties on releasing names of 'witting' foreign interference participants. We heard from you during 'Have Your Say' on your thoughts on the capital-gains measures.  The Daily Debrief Panel with Tim Powers, Zain Velji, and Shannon Proudfoot.  Bernadeth Betchi, Current Canadian Human Rights Commission Employee joins Vassy to discuss how Canada is to have its human rights accreditation reviewed by an international body over anti-black discrimination.  

Western countries have seized hundreds of billions of dollars of Russian assets following Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine two years ago. Since then, the question of what to do with those assets has loomed large over debates about Ukraine. Vladimir Milov is a Former Deputy Minister of Energy of the Russian Federation and now a Russian opposition politician. Milov makes a compelling case for the expropriation of these assets as a means to aid Ukraine's reconstruction efforts and explains the web of state-affiliated money hidden overseas. Vladimir Milov delves into the staggering amount of Russian capital funneled out of the country, shedding light on the possibility that a significant portion is controlled by entities with direct ties to the Russian state. He emphasizes the necessity of differentiating between clearly identified state-owned assets and the more obscured parastatal resources that play a role in the international economy. Milov also discusses the potential for substantial funds to be uncovered, which could dramatically aid in the reconstruction of Ukraine's war-damaged infrastructure and society. Vladimir Milov's article for GlobeSec

Military intervention in Niger coup will affect NPP's chance of winning 2024 election - Former Deputy Minister of Defense

RE-RUN: 30 years of Slovak sport. Former Deputy Minister for Education explains what it needs to improve. Drug addiction for young people and residual alcohol after festivals are challenges related to the use of addictive substances.

30 years of Slovak sport. Former Deputy Minister for Education explains what it needs to improve. Drug addiction for young people and residual alcohol after festivals are challenges related to the use of addictive substances.

30 years of Slovak sport. Former Deputy Minister for Education explains what it needs to improve. Drug addiction for young people and residual alcohol after festivals are challenges related to the use of addictive substances.

❓What is it like becoming a Deputy Minister in a government that's never been in power before?❓What was the relationship really like between Malaysia's then Prime Minister & Deputy Prime Minister, Mahathir & Anuar?❓How does one pick a constituency and why even politics in the first place when you can make good money as a BCG consultant?If you haven't already guessed it, today's STIMY guest is Dr Ong Kian Ming aka imokman.He went from being a BCG consultant to a lecturer and policy analyst at UCSI University and director of the Malaysian Electoral Roll Analysis Project (MERAP). He then entered politics and eventually became the Deputy Minister, Ministry of International Trade and Industry of Malaysia in July 2018!If you don't know anything about Malaysian politics, here's a heads up: Kian Ming (legitimately) thought he would always be in the opposition. The then incumbent government had been in power since Independence Day for the past 60+ years!So as you can imagine, today's conversation focuses on politics. A lot. Touching on things like why Kian Ming chose to enter politics, what it was like becoming a Deputy Minister, what went so wrong (e.g. the Sheraton Move!), why he's setting up a PPE course and so much more.Highlights:2:07 imokman3:32 Wanting to be rich4:22 Being an ASEAN scholar6:44 Seeking a “higher purpose” in BCG?!9:14 Make your boss look good (not your client!)10:29 Public policy15:06 How his PhD in political science helped his career19:24 Meeting Tony Pua & blogging20:50 Sacrifices we don't know?22:32 “The Talk” with the wife24:18 Only 2 terms?!26:21 Preparing for his first election29:51 Deciding who to help32:40 Managing expectations from his constituents33:32 Giving safe financial support34:49 I'll be in opposition forever?!37:06 The manifesto38:29 Managing the euphoria40:34 Building trust41:47 The legacy he inherited at MITI from Tan Sri Rafidah Aziz44:56 Industry 4.047:23 That $70 billion investment from China49:24 The realities of running trade investment missions50:50 How does China see Malaysia?53:36 The Sheraton Move - what really happened?55:49 What could've been done differently?57:05 The relationship between Mahathir & Anuar58:56 No reelection1:00:17 How do we know if constituents are actually doing the work?1:01:11 Wishing he'd worked better with his minister1:03:31 Who's a lifelong politician?1:04:43 When is it time to leave?1:05:26 Building Malaysia's first PPE Course (and future Malaysian Prime Ministers?!)

In this episode, Chuck and Danny interview Major General Yair Golan, former IDF Deputy Chief of Staff, Former Deputy Minister of the Economy and Member of Knesset. In a fascinating and wide-ranging interview, they cover a lot of ground, including how Israel's adversaries perceive its domestic turmoil and its effects this has on their various calculations, the dangers of a major eruption of violence on the West Bank, how Israel should be handling the Iranian nuclear issue and lessons that the IDF can learn from the war in Ukraine.Following the interview, Chuck and Danny continue their ongoing analysis of Israel's unprecedented legal-political crisis. Chuck argues that the new government has succeeded in causing severe harm to Israel in almost every area, in just two months in office. Mass demonstrations are taking place on a regular basis, there are signs of the IDF coming apart, starting with the reserves, , the economy is nose diving, violence – both by Palestinians and Israeli settlers – is on the rise in the West Bank, the relationship with the US is being undermined, Israel's international standing has been hit and its adversaries heartened. Danny agrees with many of Chuck's assessments, but continues to believe that a compromise will be worked out between the coalition and government that will avert a true moment of crisis. Both agree that the IDF should be left out of the political crisis.Join us as Chuck and Danny agree and disagree, in detail and in-depth, always respectfully, on the critical issues Israel faces. The MirYam Institute. Israel's Future in Israel's Hands.The MirYam Institute. Israel's Future in Israel's Hands.Follow Chuck:https://www.ChuckFreilich.comFollow The MirYam Institute Twitter: https://bit.ly/3jkeUyxFollow Benjamin Anthony Twitter: https://bit.ly/3hZeOe9Like Benjamin Anthony Facebook: https://bit.ly/333Ct93Like The MirYam Institute Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SarHI3Follow Benjamin Anthony Instagram: https://bit.ly/30m6uPGFollow The MirYam Institute Instagram: https://bit.ly/3l5fvED

It's okay, it really is OKAY to feel intimidated by politics. The jargon, the history, the coalitions, the ministries, the political figures…we know it can be overwhelming, and you should never feel guilty or condemned just because you don't understand it. In this episode of Head Over Heels, we invite Hannah Yeoh (Former Member of Parliament for Segambut and Former Deputy Minister of Women, Family & Community Development) to come onto the podcast to break it all down for us. From understanding what Undi Banjir means, and how elections work in Malaysia to revisiting the political crisis in 2020, and relearning what it truly means to vote as a Malaysian - we try to simplify it all for both you, and for US. Producer note: Just as you are, we're in this learning process with you. It's okay to feel “dumb” or “inadequate”, we're simply so incredibly proud of you for just SHOWING UP for Malaysia. We hope you remember that everything we do as citizens is for the generations to come; we're all praying for a better tomorrow. It's raw, it's real, it's Head Over Heels. Check the MySPR Semak website for your most updated details here: https://mysprsemak.spr.gov.my/semakan/daftarPemilih

Former Deputy Minister of Labour warns that a continuation of the current trend with twin deficits would be bad news for the kingdom. Thailand's Foreign Currency Reserves dipped again on Friday 21st October with the Bank of Thailand, on Saturday, issuing a statement in which it said it was monitoring volatile movements of the baht carefully. The government led by Prime Minister Prayut Chan ocha and Minister of Finance Arkhom Termpittayapaisith, meanwhile is highlighting the country's expected growth rate of 3% to 3.5% for 2022, inward investment and rising numbers of foreign tourists returning to the country aided by a lower priced baht. https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2022/10/24/second-ex-minister-queries-economic-data/ Carla Boonkong reports from Bangkok.

John McLaughlin, former deputy minister in the Education Department, talks about the current state of the French Immersion system following the Premier's call of wanting to end French Immersion in NB. It was a surprise to some people. But that's what Commissioners John McLaughlin, and Judge Yvette Finn recommended last February.. When they were asked to come up with a better system for teaching the French language to Anglophone students. John McLaughlin joins us. He's a former deputy minister in the Education Department.

The Department of Statistics Malaysia revealed that more than 70 percent of post-SPM students do not intend to continue with their studies after SPM and STPM. We ask YB Teo Nie Ching, Former Deputy Minister of Education and MP for Kulai what is deferring students from furthering their studies and what actions need to be taken to resolve this.

The Department of Statistics Malaysia revealed that more than 70 percent of post-SPM students do not intend to continue with their studies after SPM and STPM. We ask YB Teo Nie Ching, Former Deputy Minister of Education and MP for Kulai what is deferring students from furthering their studies and what actions need to be taken to resolve this.

Discussion with Palgrave Boakye Danquah, Government spokesperson; Governance and Security and Hon. Isaac Adjei Mensah, Former Deputy Minister of Roads On National service allowance, National Cathedral Funding and Matters Arising.

Former Deputy Minister of Health Truong Quoc Cuong was yesterday, May 19, sentenced to four years in jail in a fake cancer drug case.

Discussing Bawumia's address on the Economy with Sammy Gyamfi, (National Communication Officer of NDC) and Dr. Bernard Okoe Boye, (Former Deputy Minister of Health)- "Bawumia used statistical averages wrongly to deceive Ghanaians; how can an Economist do this"

Discussing the State of the Economy with Kofi Tonto, (Former Head Of Information and Public Affairs at Embassy Of Ghana in United States) and Isaac Adjei Mensah, (Former Deputy Minister of Roads)-" Ghanaians vote because they want the government to address hard issues, and I'm aware that the Vice President would address the nation on the issue''

Debating NPP's road Construction claims with Isaac Adjei Mensah (Former Deputy Minister of Roads). "Ghana had the highest motorable roads under late president J.J Rawlings rated at 56% good, fair in 18% and 28% percent poor"- Isaac Adjei Mensah, Former Deputy Minister of Roads.

Discussion with Kwaku Boahen, Deputy Communications Director of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and Nii Kwartei Titus Glover, Former Deputy Minister of Transport on E-levy, Ukraine-Russia conflict and Matters Arising.

What is the status of humanitarian crisis and humanitarian aid for women and girls in Afghanistan? Why international law protection and R2P mechanisms are not being enforced or mainly considered? Are sanctions the way to deal with the Taliban? In this episode we share a commentary on the January 20th webinar “Solutions for Addressing the Humanitarian Crisis in Afghanistan”, organized by the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security. Watch it here: https://www.facebook.com/GIWPS/videos/301389418489811/ The webinar features interviews with: Rina Amiri, U.S. Special Envoy for Afghan Women, Girls, and Human Rights; Mahbouba Seraj, Executive Director, Afghan Women Skills Development Center (AWSDC); Shaharzad Akbar, Former Chairperson, Afghanistan Independent Human Rights Commission (AIHRC); Muqaddesa Yourish, Former Deputy Minister for Commerce and Industry; Maryam Rahmani, Country Representative, Afghan Women's Resource Center (AWRC); Dr. Suraya Dalil, Director, WHO Special Programme on Primary Health Care and Former Minister of Public Health, Afghanistan; Palwasha Hassan, Director, The Afghan Women's Educational Center and Senior Fellow, Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security; Amb. Melanne Verveer, Executive Director, Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security. Join us in this exploration, follow us on Instagram and Twitter @womanhood_ir and support us on Patreon www.patreon.com/womanhoodir Subscribe and download the free webinar - Feminist Approaches to Women, Peace and Security 101 RSVP Online Workshop Starts on February 8th, 2022 - Masculinities in World Politics 101 Listen to related episodes: 81. Feminist Approaches to the Women, Peace and Security Agenda 87. Feminisms & International Security 95. José R. Rivera-González on US Withdrawal from Afghanistan Recommended links of this episode: Watch the free webinar Solutions for Addressing the Humanitarian Crisis in Afghanistan Afghan Women and Girls Under Immediate Threat: The Responsibility to Protect and Assist Is Just Beginning Afghanistan: Taliban Takeover Worsens Rights Crisis HRW World Report 2022 The Deteriorating Situation in Afghanistan: Expertise from the Wilson Center UN to appoint special rapporteur to monitor rights in Afghanistan Voice Amplified: Afghanistan Voices Campaign

With the return of the Taliban to power in Afghanistan, many may remember the destruction of the Bamiyan Buddhas in 2001. Since then, Afghans in the culture sector have established many cultural heritage development initiatives, which highlight the country's diverse regional identities. Although heritage might not seem to be the highest priority during times of uncertainty, in the past 20 years it has proven to be a basic need and an effective tool for peace and development. This conversation reflects on Afghanistan's diverse heritage and discusses a path into the future. Speaker Omar Sultan, Former Deputy Minister of Culture in Afghanistan In conversation with Robert Parthesius, Director of Dhakira Center for Heritage Studies; Associate Professor of Heritage Studies, NYUAD

In our International News Review, Glenn van Zutphen and award-winning author Neil Humphreys speak to Steve Okun, Senior Advisor, Mclarty Associates and Dr Ong Kian Ming, Member of Parliament in Malaysia for Bangi , Former Deputy Minister of International Trade & Industry, about the current COVID situation in Malaysia, petition by Malaysians in Singapore to return home without quarantine, destruction of $1.7m worth of Bitcoin mining machines with steamroller by Malaysian police, and more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are lessons to be learned from the Ebola crisis that can be implemented to this current ongoing pandemic? The former Deputy Minister of Health talks to us about his role in managing the Ebola crisis in Liberia, how communications and engaging the community is critical, what responsible citizenship means in these times, and the importance of leadership in crisis response.

In this edition of Straight Talk Africa guest host Vincent Makori examines the impact of a second wave of the coronavirus in Africa. His guests are Dr. Ahmed Ogwell Ouma Deputy Director of Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention and Tolbert G. Nyenswah Senior Research Associate at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and Former Deputy Minister of Health, Emergencies and Epidemic Control of Liberia.

In this edition of Straight Talk Africa host Shaka Ssali explores the variety of ways African leaders are responding to the Covid-19 pandemic. He is joined by Tolbert G. Nyenswah, Senior Research Associate at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in the U.S. and Former Deputy Minister of Health of Liberia and Tsion Firew Emergency Medicine Physician in New York City and Advisor to Minister of Health in Ethiopia in emergency medicine.  

The Empire Club of Canada Presents: National Pharmacare Expert Panel On How a National Pharmacare Plan and Regulatory Reforms Impact Ontario's Patients, the Life Sciences Industry and Health System The federal government is considering a national pharmacare plan and fundamental changes to how the prices of innovative medicines are regulated in Canada. How will these reforms affect Ontario's patients and the province's vibrant and growing life sciences sector? This Empire Club of Canada Luncheon Panel moderated by Ms. Jane Taber will feature a dynamic discussion with Canadian pollster Mr. Nik Nanos and leaders from Canadian public policy, patient advocacy and health system Moderator: Jane Taber, Vice-President, Corporate Affairs, NATIONAL Public Relations; Former Political Correspondent Polling Presentation: Nik Nanos, Chairman, Nanos Research Group of Companies Panelists: Michael Decter, President & CEO, LDIC Inc.; Former Deputy Minister of Health in Ontario Sean Speer, Senior Fellow in Public Policy at the University of Toronto's Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy and Senior Fellow for fiscal policy at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute Durhane Wong-Rieger, President & CEO, Canadian Organization for Rare Disorders Closing Remarks: Jason Field, President and CEO, Life Sciences Ontario *The content presented is free of charge but please note that the Empire Club of Canada retains copyright. Neither the speeches themselves nor any part of their content may be used for any purpose other than personal interest or research without the explicit permission of the Empire Club of Canada.* *Views and Opinions Expressed Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the speakers or panelists are those of the speakers or panelists and do not necessarily reflect or represent the official views and opinions, policy or position held by The Empire Club of Canada.*

-Former Deputy Minister of higher education Mduduzi Manana sentenced to 12 months in prison or to R100‚000 fine and 500 hours of community service, He will also compensate the women women he assaulted. -EFF rejects the recommendations of the Fees Commission's report. - ANC Secretary General Gwede Mantashe confirms that he has NOT been suspended from the ANC.

Former Deputy Minister of Higher Education Mduduzi Manana has been convicted on three charges of assault after he confessed to assaulting three women at a Johannesburg night club. He will be sentenced on November 7. Manana appeared in the Randburg Magistrates court today where he pleaded guilty. He handed himself over to police following the assault incident at a Cubana nightclub last month. His 5-thousand rands bail has been extended. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to our reporter Sashin Naidoo.

Communities in and around Cape Town. Civic organisation and faith-based movements are marching to Parliament, this is an effort to call on the ANC MPs to vote according to their constitutional obligations, in tomorrow's Vote of No Confidence in President Jacob Zuma. Speakers such as the Former Deputy Minister of Finance, Mcebisi Jonas and Anglican Archbishop Thabo Makgoba are set to make an address at the march. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to our reporter, Mlamli Maneli and CASAC's Executive Secretary Lawson Naidoo...