Podcasts about international agreements

How can a binding international treaty be agreed and put into practice, when many parties are strongly tempted to break the rules of the agreement, for commercial or military advantage, and when cheating may be hard to detect? That's the dilemma we'll examine in this episode, concerning possible treaties to govern the development and deployment of advanced AI.Our guest is Otto Barten, Director of the Existential Risk Observatory, which is based in the Netherlands but operates internationally. In November last year, Time magazine published an article by Otto, advocating what his organisation calls a Conditional AI Safety Treaty. In March this year, these ideas were expanded into a 34-page preprint which we'll be discussing today, “International Agreements on AI Safety: Review and Recommendations for a Conditional AI Safety Treaty”.Before co-founding the Existential Risk Observatory in 2021, Otto had roles as a sustainable energy engineer, data scientist, and entrepreneur. He has a BSc in Theoretical Physics from the University of Groningen and an MSc in Sustainable Energy Technology from Delft University of Technology.Selected follow-ups:Existential Risk ObservatoryThere Is a Solution to AI's Existential Risk Problem - TimeInternational Agreements on AI Safety: Review and Recommendations for a Conditional AI Safety Treaty - Otto Barten and colleaguesThe Precipice: Existential Risk and the Future of Humanity - book by Toby OrdGrand futures and existential risk - Lecture by Anders Sandberg in London attended by OttoPauseAIStopAIResponsible Scaling Policies - METRMeta warns of 'worse' experience for European users - BBC NewsAccidental Nuclear War: a Timeline of Close Calls - FLIThe Vulnerable World Hypothesis - Nick BostromSemiconductor Manufacturing Optics - ZeissCalifornia Institute for Machine ConsciousnessTipping point for large-scale social change? Just 25 percent - Penn TodayMusic: Spike Protein, by Koi Discovery, available under CC0 1.0 Public Domain DeclarationPromoguy Talk PillsAgency in Amsterdam dives into topics like Tech, AI, digital marketing, and more drama...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Digital Disruption with Geoff Nielson Discover how technology is reshaping our lives and livelihoods.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

In a divided world, environmental treaties are still worth fighting for. Synopsis: Every first and third Tuesday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to climate change. President Donald Trump has pulled the US out of the Paris Agreement for the second time, prompting other countries to ponder about their involvement in the multilateral climate treaty. At the same time, other environmental agreements are running into speed bumps. Talks at the UN plastics treaty in December 2024 fell through; while the COP16 biodiversity conference, postponed in November 2024, reached a deal when talks resumed in February 2025. In such an increasingly polarised world, are global environment treaties under threat? Do they still matter and how can they be strengthened as the impacts of climate change, nature loss and pollution worsen? Green Pulse podcast hosts Audrey Tan and David Fogarty discuss why treaties still matter, some of the key problems they face and offer some solutions. Have a listen and let us know your thoughts! Highlights of conversation (click/tap above): 1:54 Significance of environmental treaties in effecting change 5:52 Using climate data to measure success of international meets9:23 The need for consensus to strengthen international environment treaties 18:06 Multilateral treaties can't be abandoned, but forming small groups with like-minded nations could alleviate climate problem 22:46 Bright spots amid the gloom - regulations for business driving positive change. Follow Audrey Tan on LinkedIn: https://str.sg/848W Read her articles: https://str.sg/JLM2 Follow David Fogarty on X: https://str.sg/JLM6 Read his articles: https://str.sg/JLMu Hosts: Audrey Tan (audreyt@sph.com.sg) & David Fogarty (dfogarty@sph.com.sg) Produced and edited by: Hadyu Rahim Executive producers: Ernest Luis & Lynda Hong Follow Green Pulse Podcast here and get notified for new episode drops: Channel: https://str.sg/JWaf Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/JWaY Spotify: https://str.sg/JWag Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg --- Follow more ST podcast channels: All-in-one ST Podcasts channel: https://str.sg/wvz7 ST Podcast website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts ST Podcasts YouTube: https://str.sg/4Vwsa --- Get The Straits Times' app, which has a dedicated podcast player section: The App Store: https://str.sg/icyB Google Play: https://str.sg/icyX --- #greenpulseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a divided world, environmental treaties are still worth fighting for. Synopsis: Every first and third Tuesday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to climate change. President Donald Trump has pulled the US out of the Paris Agreement for the second time, prompting other countries to ponder about their involvement in the multilateral climate treaty. At the same time, other environmental agreements are running into speed bumps. Talks at the UN plastics treaty in December 2024 fell through; while the COP16 biodiversity conference, postponed in November 2024, reached a deal when talks resumed in February 2025. In such an increasingly polarised world, are global environment treaties under threat? Do they still matter and how can they be strengthened as the impacts of climate change, nature loss and pollution worsen? Green Pulse podcast hosts Audrey Tan and David Fogarty discuss why treaties still matter, some of the key problems they face and offer some solutions. Have a listen and let us know your thoughts! Highlights of conversation (click/tap above): 1:54 Significance of environmental treaties in effecting change 5:52 Using climate data to measure success of international meets9:23 The need for consensus to strengthen international environment treaties 18:06 Multilateral treaties can't be abandoned, but forming small groups with like-minded nations could alleviate climate problem 22:46 Bright spots amid the gloom - regulations for business driving positive change. Follow Audrey Tan on LinkedIn: https://str.sg/848W Read her articles: https://str.sg/JLM2 Follow David Fogarty on X: https://str.sg/JLM6 Read his articles: https://str.sg/JLMu Hosts: Audrey Tan (audreyt@sph.com.sg) & David Fogarty (dfogarty@sph.com.sg) Produced and edited by: Hadyu Rahim Executive producers: Ernest Luis & Lynda Hong Follow Green Pulse Podcast here and get notified for new episode drops: Channel: https://str.sg/JWaf Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/JWaY Spotify: https://str.sg/JWag Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg --- Follow more ST podcast channels: All-in-one ST Podcasts channel: https://str.sg/wvz7 ST Podcasts website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts ST Podcasts YouTube: https://str.sg/4Vwsa --- Get The Straits Times app, which has a dedicated podcast player section: The App Store: https://str.sg/icyB Google Play: https://str.sg/icyX --- #greenpulseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're wrapping up the re-runs with this episode on International Agreements. Which treaties has the U.S. signed? Which haven't they? How are international agreements enforced? Listen and find out! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alexisjhuff/support

There are 28 days until the US presidential election, as of today. Do you know where the candidates stand on economic and geopolitical issues?    Join Steve Odland and guest David Young, President of the Committee for Economic Development, the public policy center of The Conference Board (CED), as they hold a nonpartisan discussion on the presidential candidates' positions on trade, taxes and tariffs.    (01:00) Tax Policies of the Presidential Candidates (04:33) Regulation and Deregulation: A Stark Contrast (06:48) Tariffs and Trade: A Complex Landscape (11:48) USMCA and International Agreements (13:14) NATO and Defense Spending (19:14) Immigration and the Southern Border (22:40) Geopolitical Hotspots: Russia, Ukraine, and China (29:45) Middle East Tensions and Closing Thoughts   For more from The Conference Board:  The US Presidential Candidates' Positions on Trade  Letter to Presidential Candidates Regarding US Fiscal Health  The Presidential Candidates' Fiscal Policies 

We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message.In this episode of Discover Daily, hosts Alex and Sienna begin with Liquid AI's new Liquid Foundation Models, which are challenging traditional large language model architectures. They also discuss Telegram's significant shift in privacy policy, as the messaging app agrees to share user data with authorities in response to legal requests, raising concerns about the balance between user privacy and legal compliance.The main story of the episode focuses on the fascinating phenomenon of melting glaciers in the Alps, which are causing the border between Switzerland and Italy to shift. As climate change accelerates glacial retreat, the two countries have had to come together to redefine their frontier officially. This situation not only symbolizes the dramatic impact of global warming but also has practical implications for land management, tourism, and national security.The hosts delve into the economic consequences of these border changes, such as the potential impact on ski resorts, cross-border tourism, and labor markets. They also discuss how this is just one example of the far-reaching effects of climate change, with rising sea levels and melting Arctic ice leading to similar challenges in other regions. The episode emphasizes the need for international cooperation and individual action to address the complex geopolitical, economic, and social consequences of a changing climate.From Perplexity's Discover Page:https://www.perplexity.ai/page/telegram-s-policy-shift-eemFWW2gQQiX7EiWxlL7QQPerplexity is the fastest and most powerful way to search the web. Perplexity crawls the web and curates the most relevant and up-to-date sources (from academic papers to Reddit threads) to create the perfect response to any question or topic you're interested in. Take the world's knowledge with you anywhere. Available on iOS and Android Join our growing Discord community for the latest updates and exclusive content. Follow us on: Instagram Threads X (Twitter) YouTube Linkedin

This episode was recorded during the virtual meeting,Tying the Threads Together: Parliamentary Actions to Advance International Agreements on the SIDS and Gender Equality, organized by ParlAmericas, UN Women Multi-Country Office - Caribbean and Caribbean Women in Leadership (CIWiL).Listen to this conversation between The Honourable Alincia Williams Grant, President of the Senate of Antigua and Barbuda, and Ms. Tonni Brodber, Representative of the UN Women - Caribbean, on the core tenets of key international frameworks - namely the SIDS agenda, the Bridgetown Initiative 3.0 and the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. They also consider concrete actions parliamentarians can take to contribute to their achievement. Their dialogue further explores strategies for effectively communicating with citizens about the importance of international frameworks and for collaborating with civil society and through multi-party caucuses to advance the gender equality and sustainable development goals laid out in these agreements.Resource mentioned during Ms. Tonni Brodber's intervention: Beijing +25: Fulfilling the Commitments

The European Parliament has the ability to play a key role in shaping the European Union's international agreements. But how exactly does it get involved in these complex negotiations? Researcher Marine Bardou from the University of Louvain has conducted a comprehensive study to answer this question, revealing surprising patterns in the Parliament's activities.

This episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast delves into the story of Captain Paul Watson, a prominent figure in conservation activism. The host, Andrew Lewin, discusses Watson's past actions, current arrest, and the concept of whether activism can have consequences that come back to haunt you. Exploring the question of whether karma plays a role in activism, the episode provides insights into the complexities of standing up for environmental causes. Follow a career in conservation: https://www.conservation-careers.com/online-training/ Use the code SUFB to get 33% off courses and the careers program.   Do you want to join my Ocean Community? Sign Up for Updates on the process: www.speakupforblue.com/oceanapp   Sign up for our Newsletter: http://www.speakupforblue.com/newsletter   Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3NmYvsI Connect with Speak Up For Blue: Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakupforblue Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc YouTube: www.speakupforblue.com/youtube Activism can have significant consequences, as demonstrated by the case of Captain Paul Watson discussed in the podcast episode. Despite advocating for conservation and animal rights causes, Watson faced backlash and legal repercussions for his aggressive tactics. His involvement in organizations like Greenpeace and Sea Shepherd led to confrontations with authorities, particularly in Japan, where he interfered with whaling activities. Watson's approach to activism, which involved direct action and sometimes confrontational methods, garnered both support and criticism. While he achieved some success in raising awareness and initiating change, his actions also alienated certain groups and countries. This polarization highlights the potential consequences of activism, where individuals may face legal challenges, arrest, or even extradition for their advocacy efforts. The episode also touched upon the complexities of Watson's character, noting instances where he made controversial statements, such as criticizing indigenous practices related to hunting. These remarks further fueled the divide in public opinion about his methods and beliefs. Despite his dedication to conservation causes, Watson's confrontational approach and contentious statements have led to a mixed reception among supporters and detractors. Overall, the case of Captain Paul Watson serves as a reminder that activism, while crucial for driving change, can come with repercussions. Individuals advocating for causes they believe in may encounter resistance, legal challenges, and public scrutiny. The episode underscores the importance of considering the potential consequences of activism and the need to navigate these challenges while staying true to one's values and goals. Captain Paul Watson's aggressive conservation methods have indeed polarized opinions within the marine conservation community and the general public. On one hand, many people praise his unwavering dedication to protecting the ocean and marine life. Watson's founding of both Greenpeace and Sea Shepherd, two prominent conservation organizations, has led to significant changes in marine conservation efforts globally. These organizations have employed marine conservationists, activists, and policy makers, and have successfully advocated for marine protection and policy changes. However, on the other hand, Watson's approach, which often involves confrontational and aggressive tactics, has drawn criticism from many quarters. His use of violence and direct action, such as ramming boats and disrupting whaling activities, has been controversial and has led to legal issues and conflicts with authorities. Additionally, Watson has made controversial statements, including criticizing indigenous communities for their involvement in activities like selling hunting quotas to wealthy hunters. The episode highlights how Watson's actions and statements have led to a mixed reception among conservationists and the public. While some view him as a hero for his relentless efforts to protect marine life, others condemn his methods and rhetoric. The episode also discusses the recent ousting of Watson from Sea Shepherd due to disagreements over the organization's direction, indicating internal conflicts within the conservation community regarding his approach. Overall, Captain Paul Watson's legacy is a complex one, with supporters lauding his commitment to marine conservation and detractors questioning the effectiveness and ethics of his aggressive tactics and controversial statements. The episode underscores the ongoing debate surrounding Watson's conservation methods and the diverse opinions within the conservation community regarding his contributions to ocean protection. The arrest of Captain Paul Watson outside Greenland or Iceland has sparked a debate on the balance between activism, ethics, and the potential consequences of one's actions in the conservation field. Captain Watson, a prominent figure in marine conservation, has a long history of aggressive activism through organizations like Greenpeace and Sea Shepherd. His methods, including confrontational tactics and direct action, have garnered both support and criticism. Captain Watson's arrest brings to light the question of whether the ends justify the means in conservation activism. While he has been successful in raising awareness and effecting change in some instances, his approach has also alienated and angered many, including governments and indigenous communities. The episode highlights how his actions, while driven by a passion for protecting the ocean, have led to legal troubles and strained relationships with various stakeholders. The episode delves into the complexities of activism and the ethical considerations that come into play. Captain Watson's confrontational tactics, such as disrupting whaling operations and targeting illegal fishing vessels, have been effective in some cases but have also raised ethical concerns. His controversial statements and actions have polarized opinions within the conservation community, with some viewing him as a hero and others as a problematic figure. The arrest of Captain Paul Watson serves as a reminder of the potential consequences of activism and the importance of considering the ethical implications of one's actions. It prompts reflection on the balance between passion for conservation and the methods used to achieve conservation goals. The episode encourages listeners to engage in a dialogue about the complexities of activism, ethics, and the impact of one's actions in the conservation field.

Hello all!! It's been a minute, but Alexis and Fallon are back with another in the explainer series on international agreements! We have an informative Q+A exposing the role that treaties and agreements play in keeping and creating global order. Enjoy!

Municipal managers or business directors could soon be held personally liable for failure to deliver quality water to residents. This if proposed changes to the National Water Act and the Water Services Act are passed into law. The acts would also allow Water and Sanitation Minister Senzo Mchunu to intervene in municipalities that are failing to address water services challenges. To further discuss this Elvis Presslin spoke to Department of Water and Sanitation's Director for Legislation, Contracts and International Agreements, Mapula Khuduga

In this episode of The Financial Guys Podcast, Glenn Wiggle and Mike Sperrazza delve into a critical analysis of Democrats, the justice system, and government transparency. Glenn Wiggle, drawing from his observations, criticizes Democrats and influential figures like George Soros for intentionally causing societal chaos. He also expresses his dissatisfaction with the justice system, citing cases of unequal treatment and selective prosecution. Mike Sperrazza echoes these sentiments, questioning the effectiveness of government-funded research and expressing skepticism towards international organizations like the UN. Their perspectives, shaped by their experiences and observations, offer a unique insight into these societal issues. Join Glenn Wiggle and Mike Sperrazza as they unpack these topics in this episode of The Financial Guys Podcast. (00:00:36) Disturbing Consequences of Societal Collapse (00:02:18) Disparate Treatment in the Justice System (00:09:10) Questioning Government Involvement in Incidents (00:10:20) Questioning the Value of Research Funding (00:11:54) Trump's Successful Reforms and International Agreements (00:15:29) The Urgent Need for National Border Protection (00:18:06) Safety Concerns and Lack of Consequences (00:26:34) Biden's Border Policies and Conflict with Iran (00:30:00) Targeting Iran's Nuclear Infrastructure to Prevent Weaponization

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The Constitution specifies only one process for making international agreements—Article II gives the president the power to make treaties provided that two-thirds of the senators present concur. The treaty process has been on a long, slow path to obsolescence, having been replaced by various forms of binding and non-binding executive agreements. To assess the causes and impact of the United States' declining use of treaties, Jack Goldsmith sat down with Jeffrey Peake, a political scientist at Clemson University, who is the author of the book, “Dysfunctional Diplomacy: The Politics of International Agreements in an Era of Partisan Polarization.” They discussed how domestic politics explains the decline of the treaty power, the adverse impact this decline has on U.S. foreign relations, and why executive agreements of various sorts are not full substitutes for treaties on the international stage. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The island of Taiwan is part of China. It is a principle agreed upon by the UN and 181 countries including the US, the UK, Europe, Japan and Australia. While the US and UK officially support the One China principle, they are doing all they can to destroy it in practice.

My name is Jina Lim and I am joined by my co-host Chris Park. With Article II treaties decreasing drastically over the past administrations, there has been a trend of presidents using executive agreements to handle international affairs. This increasingly liberal use of executive agreements along with unilateral withdrawal and re-entering of recent treaties has … Continue reading Foreign Policy Toolbox: International Agreements

Refrigerant regulations are in a state of flux. In the next few years, common refrigerants will be no longer be viable for equipment. The reason for the change is that many products currently have a high global warming potential. Breaking down the new laws and their impact, Boland Sales Team Leader Kevin Bradley joined host Tyler Kern on 10 Minutes to a Better Building.“On January 1, 2024, R134A will be eliminated. Then on January 1, 2025, so will R410A. The alternatives to replace these have different characteristics,” Bradley explained. The International Agreements for Refrigerants (AHRI) worldwide agreement set out global action plans to mitigate climate change due to dangerous substances. Now, the industry must look to innovation to produce new technology. Bradley noted that some alternatives have been in testing and are readily available. Others are still in the testing and evaluation phase. “For medium pressure, all manufacturers were on board to get rid of R134A, and we have other options. High-pressure still has questions.”The stumbling block for replacing high-pressure R410A is that new refrigerants are also flammable. “That creates more questions about piping and installing it and code impact,” Bradley advised. Europe and Asia already have the new, more environmentally friendly refrigerants installed. The U.S. is lagging. Bradley added, “There's not a clear winner yet on the alternative for high pressure.”For those buildings with older equipment, Bradley suggested they inspect the equipment today to assess the age and leaking. Then, they can build a plan to replace it to fit current and future standards.

Join Lashanti the Siren as she discusses The Bahamas' Department of Planning and Protection D.E.P.P. (formerly BEST Commission) and International Agreements with Director Rochelle Newbold

A live audience interviews Tufts Fletcher School Academic Dean, Professor of Energy and Environmental Policy, and Climate Policy Lab Director Kelly Gallagher on the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26), international agreements, and what we can expect to see. Find more (including how to join us live) at PM101.live

Председник Србије Александар Вучић примио је јуче акредитивно писмо новоименованог амбасадора Аустралије, са којим је разговарао о јачању сарадње у различитим областима, саопштено је из Председништва Србије.

La visita di Scott Morrison negli Stati Uniti si avvia alla conclusione nelle prossime ore, con l'incontro strategico insieme a Stati Uniti, India e Giappone.

Најзначајније информације из Аустралије, Србије и света - на једном месту.

In an escalation in the Aussie-French relations crisis after the announcement of AUCUS France has recalled its ambassador in Canberra. It's the first time that France takes this kind of action. - Η Γαλλία ανακάλεσε τους πρεσβευτές της στην Αυστραλία και τις ΗΠΑ, ανακοίνωσε το Γαλλικό Υπουργείο Εξωτερικών καθώς οξύνεται η κρίση στις Αυστραλο-γαλλικές σχέσεις μετά την ανακοίνωση της AUKUS.

Најзначајније информације из Аустралије, Србије и света - на једном месту.

Лидери Аустралије, Велике Британије и САД склопиле су трилатерално безбедносно партнерство (АУКУС), на основу којег ће Аустралија добити приступ америчким и британским технологијама за градњу подморница на нуклеарни погон. "Овим не покушавамо да набавимо нуклеарно оружје и наставићемо да поштујемо своје међународне обавезе у погледу неширења нуклеарног наоружања," поручио савезни премијер Скот Морисон после састанка са Џозефом Бајденом и Борисом Џонсоном.

미국, 영국, 호주 세 나라가 인도태평양 지역의 평화와 안정을 명분으로 새로운 ‘3국 안보 체제'를 출범시키기로 합의했다.

Богдан Рудницький розмовляє із високодостойним Надзвичайним і Повноважним Послом України в Австралії д-ром Миколою Кулінічем напередодні славної річниці відновленої Незалежности України.

На маргинама Самита Г7, у Лондону су се састали Скот Морисон и Борис Џонсон, који су постигли начелни споразум о слободној трговини између Аустралије и Велике Британије. У ишчекивању финализације споразума, најављује се да ће донети "велики добитак за радна места, бизнисе, извоз и трговину". Како се сазнаје, биће отворен пут и за већи број аустралијских држављана да раде и живе у Великој Британији.

Valaaulia Morrison i le fonotaga a le G7

Hauke reviews international agreements to spend a percentage of GDP on public goods such as aid (0.7%), defence (NATO's 2% target), R&D, global governance, etc. He shows how these agreements interact with priorities in effective altruism because they are large in scale, solve (global) public good dilemmas, and relate to differential technological development. Finally, he argues that we should advocate for a new international agreement to spend 1% of GDP on global risk reduction. Hauke did a PhD in Neuroscience and was planning to go into academia. But after reading our research, he applied to all our top recommended careers: jobs in German politics, consulting, tech-startups and our parent organisation, the Centre for Effective Altruism. He's now Director of Research at Giving What We Can, where he researches which charities most effectively alleviate extreme poverty. This talk was taken from EA Global Asia and Pacific 2020. Click here to watch the talk with the PowerPoint presentation.

La vicepresidenta de Estados Unidos dijo durante su visita a Guatemala que sabe que "la mayoría de la gente no quiere irse de casa", y pidió un trabajo conjunto para atender las causas que causan la migración.

Hauke reviews international agreements to spend a percentage of GDP on public goods such as aid (0.7%), defence (NATO’s 2% target), R&D, global governance, etc. He shows how these agreements interact with priorities in effective altruism because they are large in scale, solve (global) public good dilemmas, and relate to differential technological development. Finally, he … International agreements to spend percentage of GDP on global public goods | Hauke Hillebrandt Read More »

Bogdan Rudnytski interviewed His Excellency Dr Mykola Kulinich, Ukraine's Ambassador to Australia... - Богдан Рудницький розмовляє із Надзвичайним і Повноважним Послом України в Австралії д-ром Миколою Кулінічем.

رهبران کشورهای استرالیا، آمریکا، ژاپن و هند توافق کرده اند که تا پایان سال آینده میلادی یک میلیارد واکسن کروناویروس به آسیا بفرستند.

অস্ট্রেলিয়া, মার্কিন যুক্তরাষ্ট্র, জাপান এবং ভারতের নেতারা আগামী বছরের শেষ নাগাদ এশিয়ায় এক বিলিয়ন ভ্যাকসিন প্রেরণে সম্মত হয়েছেন। QUAD নামে পরিচিত চারটি দেশ ভার্চুয়াল সভার পরে মহামারীর বিরুদ্ধে লড়াইয়ে তাদের শক্তি-সম্পদ ব্যয় করতে যাচ্ছে।

Professor Duncan Hollis, Temple University, gives a talk for the Public International Law seminar series on 21st January 2021. Abstract: On 7 August 2020, the Inter-American Juridical Committee of the Organization of American States (OAS) adopted its Guidelines on Binding and Non-Binding Agreements. The project found its impetus in the rising number of non-traditional international agreements, including both non-binding agreements among States as well as binding and non-binding agreements concluded by government ministries and sub-national territorial units. Drafted over four years under the Rapporteurship of Professor Duncan B. Hollis (with input from Member States and other stakeholders) the guidelines and accompanying commentary address: (i) definitions for each of the various forms of international agreement, including treaties, political commitments, contracts, and inter-institutional agreements; (ii) the capacity of different State institutions to conclude different forms of international agreement; (iii) the methods of identification employed in international practice to identify agreements by type; (iv) the procedures States use to authorize and publicize their various forms of international agreements; (v) the different legal effects, if any, that State practice suggests follows the conclusion of treaties, political commitments, contracts; and (vi) training and other educational efforts to improve transparency in States' law and practice with respect to both binding and non-binding agreements. Translated by the OAS into four languages, the Guidelines and their accompanying Commentary provide a set of voluntary understandings and practices that States and other stakeholders may employ to improve knowledge on international agreements and, in doing so, reduce the risk of future inter-State and inter-institutional difficulties and disagreements. Bio: Duncan B. Hollis is editor of the award-winning Oxford Guide to Treaties (2012, 2nd ed., 2020), International Law (7th ed., 2018, with Allen Weiner), and Defending Democracies: Combating Foreign Election Interference in a Digital Age (forthcoming 2021, with Jens Ohlin). He teaches in the areas of public international law and cybersecurity, which are also at the center of his research agenda. Professor Hollis is a Non-Resident Scholar at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, an elected member of the American Law Institute, and a strategic consultant for the Microsoft Corporation's Digital Peace Team. From 2016-2020, Professor Hollis served as an elected member of one of the Organization of American States' principal organs -- the Inter-American Juridical Committee. There, he has served as Rapporteur for projects producing guidelines on binding and non-binding agreements as well as improving the transparency of how States understand international law applies in cyberspace. He is also the principal investigator for a grant from the Hewlett Foundation to offer a “boot camp” on technical issues in cybersecurity for non-technical experts. Most recently, Professor Hollis's research led him to co-organize The Oxford Process on International Law Protections in Cyberspace, a process housed at the Oxford Institute for Ethics, Law and Armed Conflict that, to date, has produced three widely publicized statements on international law protections for healthcare, vaccine research, and elections.

Australia's new Trade and Investment minister Dan Tehan says re-engaging on a Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement is in India and Australia's national interest.

At the recent Climate Ambition Summit, the UN's secretary-general, Antonio Gutteres, urged the world leaders to declare a 'climate emergency' in their countries and move to take immediate, substantial action on reducing emissions. - Να κηρύξουν κατάσταση ‘κλιματικής έκτακτης ανάγκης’ στις χώρες τους προέτρεψε τους παγκόσμιους ηγέτες ο γενικός γραμματέας των Ηνωμένων Εθνών Αντόνιο Γκουτέρες στη πρόσφατη Σύνοδο Κορυφής για το κλίμα, στην οποία δεν προσκλήθηκε η Αυστραλία.

China ha utilizado un medio de comunicación estatal para atacar un histórico acuerdo de defensa entre Australia y Japón, diciendo que es "inevitable" que se tomen algún tipo de contramedidas.

總理莫里遜（Scott Morrison）在訪問完日本之後，今日將會返回澳洲。他的今次行程與日本達成了多項協議，相信其中達成而比較令人注目的一項協議，便是與日本首相菅義偉簽署《互惠准入協定》 的基本協議。

Greens Senator Lidia Thorpe, one of the most prominent activists in the Australian Indigenous rights space, has been a source of strength and inspiration to many, including Salvadoran-Australian lawyer, David Mejia Canales, who now works with her as her political advisor.

Las tensiones diplomáticas con China están a punto de reavivarse después de que Australia fuera invitada formalmente a participar en ejercicios militares a gran escala el próximo mes, en los que participarán Estados Unidos, Japón e India.

As the world’s second largest economy and with an ever-expanding domestic market, including a growing wealthy middle-class with a taste for high-quality products with foreign labels, China is an opportunity European businesses and investors cannot afford to ignore… But it’s a difficult market to access! And not a very fair nor transparent one… So, what is the EU doing to achieve a real level playing field for EU investors in China? https://www.europarl.europa.eu/thinktank/en/document.html?reference=EPRS_BRI(2020)652066 https://youtu.be/oFxIoMtz2ms Source: © European Union - EP

One day before the commencement of their High-Level meeting, the member states honoured the passing of 75 years since the organisation was first created. - Σε λίγες ώρες ξεκινά η Γενική Συνέλευση του ΟΗΕ η οποία φέτος γίνεται διαδικτυακά εξαιτείας της πανδημίας του κορωνοϊού. Πριν ξεκινήσουν οι συζητήσεις υψηλού επιπέδου, τα κράτη μέλη του ΟΗΕ τίμησαν τα 75 χρόνια από την ίδρυση του οργανισμού.

For many of those in Australia who were born overseas, becoming a citizen is an important part of their migration story. A Sikh family shares their experience of gaining Australian citizenship at an unusual ceremony held at Albury, NSW recently, in-keeping with the social distancing protocols required during the coronavirus pandemic. - ਦੂਜੇ ਦੇਸ਼ਾਂ ਤੋਂ ਆਸਟ੍ਰੇਲੀਆ ਆਉਣ ਵਾਲ਼ੇ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਲਈ ਇਥੋਂ ਦੇ ਨਾਗਰਿਕ ਬਣਨਾ ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਦੀ ਪਰਵਾਸ ਦੀ ਕਹਾਣੀ ਦਾ ਇੱਕ 'ਮਹੱਤਵਪੂਰਣ ਅਤੇ ਖ਼ੂਬਸੂਰਤ' ਅਹਿਸਾਸ ਹੈ। ਐਲਬਰੀ ਰਹਿੰਦੇ ਇੱਕ ਸਿੱਖ ਪਰਿਵਾਰ ਜਿੰਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਦੀ ਤਸਵੀਰ ਸਥਾਨਕ ਕੌਂਸਿਲ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਆਪਣੇ ਅਧਿਕਾਰਤ ਫੇਸਬੁੱਕ ਪੇਜ ਤੋਂ ਸਾਂਝੀ ਕੀਤੀ ਗਈ ਹੈ, ਨੇ ਸਾਨੂੰ ਦੱਸਿਆ ਕਿ ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਲਈ ਇਸ ਨਾਗਰਿਕਤਾ ਦੇ ਕੀ ਮਾਇਨੇ ਹਨ।

State government deals with foreign countries like Victoria's controversial agreement with China could face cancellation under a new Morrison government plan. - Ο πρωθυπουργός Scott Morrison ανακοίνωσε σήμερα ότι η κυβέρνηση θα καταθέσει νομοσχέδιο το οποίο θα της δίνει τη δυνατότητα να καταργεί και να απαγορεύει συμφωνίες των πολιτειακών κυβερνήσεων με κυβερνήσεις ξένων κρατών.

បុរស ១៥ នាក់ដែលបានរង់ចាំការនិរទេសចេញ​ទៅកាន់ប្រទេស​នូវែលហ្សេឡង់នោះ ​បានមកដល់ទីក្រុង Auckland ហើយ​។ រដ្ឋាភិបាល​បាន​និរទេសបុរសទាំងនោះចេញ​ពី​ប្រទេស​អូស្រ្តាលី​ ដោយសារ​តែ​ចាត់ទុកពួកគេថា "ជាជនដែលមានចរិយាមាយាទមិនល្អ" បន្ទាប់ពី​តុលាការផ្តន្ទាទោស​ពីបទឧក្រិដ្ឋផ្សេងៗ​។ ដូច្នេះហើយពួកគេមិនមាន​សិទ្ធិស្នាក់នៅក្នុង​ប្រទេសអូស្ត្រាលី​ទៀតទេ។

ចិនគំរាមសងសឹកអូស្រ្តាលីចំពោះការ​​ប្រកាសផ្តល់​”ជម្រកសុវត្ថិភាព​”ដល់​ប្រជាជន​ហុងកុង តាមរយៈការពន្យារពេលទិដ្ឋាការ ជាមួយនឹងផ្លូវឆ្ពោះទៅកាន់សិទ្ធិរស់នៅ​ជាអចិន្ត្រៃយ៍ ​ដល់ពលរដ្ឋហុងកុងរាប់ពាន់នាក់ដែលកំពុងរស់នៅក្នុងប្រទេសអូស្ត្រាលី។

Australia and India have upgraded their diplomatic relations during a virtual summit of their leaders. What are the key takeaways of the first-ever Australia-India virtual summit and the new Comprehensive Strategic Partnership?

International agreements like the Sustainable Development Goals, the Milan Urban Food Policy Pact, and the New Urban Agenda can be imagined as shared blueprints for change. However, agreements negotiated between international actors can be difficult to implement at local and regional scales. In this episode of Handpicked, we talk to food systems actors and researchers working to connect international agreements with municipal and regional policy development. In our conversation with Alison Blay-Palmer, Patricia Ballamingie, Barbara Emmanuel, and Theresa Schumilas we examine how international agreements are important tools for decisionmakers concerned with food, consider how storytelling is an important part of meaningful food advocacy and policy development, and look at how the City of Toronto’s has used the Milan Urban Food Policy Pact to inform policy and program development across the city.  

In this week’s episode, the Long Arm of the Law session once again lights the Charleston Conference! Kenneth Crews, an attorney with Gipson Hoffman & Pancione, and William Hannay, a partner with Partner, Schiff Hardin LLP, inform us about the latest court cases and rulings that impact libraries and the information industry. As always, there are many new legal developments and even a sing-along.  The session is moderated by Ann Okerson, the Special Advisor for the Center for Research Libraries. The first presenter, Kenneth Crews, is currently an attorney with Gipson Hoffman & Pancione(pan-see-own) and was commissioned by WIPO to write an examination of educational and library  exceptions in copyright law around the world. Kenneth talks about International Agreements, US Statutes, and Copyright Office Regulations and how it’s not just the LONG arm of the law, but the MANY arms of the law. Bill Hannay speaks on the Long Arm of the Law, as his whimsy takes him (in his words). He touches on some of the more interesting legal cases in recent history and ends with a rousing fight song.  

Informal dialogue between the US, Japan, Australia and India, "Quad" will be effective against China, said Harinder Sidhu, the Australian High Commissioner to New Delhi. - সমুদ্রপথে চীনের মোকাবেলায় অস্ট্রেলিয়া, আমেরিকা, জাপান ও ভারতের জোট কোয়াড নিয়ে আশাবাদী দিল্লিতে নিযুক্ত অস্ট্রেলিয়ার রাষ্ট্রদূত হরিন্দ্র সিধু।

Wilhelm SCHOELLMANN (XPOL).EU-Canada negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) started in May 2009 and were declared concluded in September 2014. The agreement's overall aim is to increase flows of goods, services and investment to the benefit of both partners. For the EU, CETA represents the first comprehensive economic agreement with a highly industrialised Western economy. On 5 July 2016, the Commission made three proposals for a Council decision with respect to CETA: to sign the agreement, on provisional application, and on conclusion. The Council and Member States have had difficult discussions on the conditions under which CETA can be signed.Think Tank briefingSource: © European Union - EP

Wilhelm SCHOELLMANN (XPOL).EU-Canada negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) started in May 2009 and were declared concluded in September 2014. The agreement's overall aim is to increase flows of goods, services and investment to the benefit of both partners. For the EU, CETA represents the first comprehensive economic agreement with a highly industrialised Western economy. On 5 July 2016, the Commission made three proposals for a Council decision with respect to CETA: to sign the agreement, on provisional application, and on conclusion. The Council and Member States have had difficult discussions on the conditions under which CETA can be signed.Think Tank briefingSource: © European Union - EP

Wilhelm SCHOELLMANN (XPOL).EU-Canada negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) started in May 2009 and were declared concluded in September 2014. The agreement's overall aim is to increase flows of goods, services and investment to the benefit of both partners. For the EU, CETA represents the first comprehensive economic agreement with a highly industrialised Western economy. On 5 July 2016, the Commission made three proposals for a Council decision with respect to CETA: to sign the agreement, on provisional application, and on conclusion. The Council and Member States have had difficult discussions on the conditions under which CETA can be signed.Think Tank briefingSource: © European Union - EP

Wilhelm SCHOELLMANN (XPOL).EU-Canada negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) started in May 2009 and were declared concluded in September 2014. The agreement's overall aim is to increase flows of goods, services and investment to the benefit of both partners. For the EU, CETA represents the first comprehensive economic agreement with a highly industrialised Western economy. On 5 July 2016, the Commission made three proposals for a Council decision with respect to CETA: to sign the agreement, on provisional application, and on conclusion. The Council and Member States have had difficult discussions on the conditions under which CETA can be signed.Think Tank briefingSource: © European Union - EP

As our world becomes increasingly interconnected, countries enter into more and more international agreements. Tens of thousands of such agreements help form common rules about everything from trade relations to environmental policy to immigration rights. But what happens when countries break the rules? In his latest book, International Courts and the Performance of International Agreements, political scientist Matt Gabel, from Washington University in St. Louis, examines how international courts work and how they can be most effective.

This episode's mailsack contains a friendly invitation from The Four Listeners Podcast. We briefly consider the appropriate way to respond, but we're actually not very good at appropriate, so the segment ends up being unnecessarily (but perhaps predictably) hostile. Yeah. Soooo, sorry about that Zeth. To be fair (or at least somewhat less unfair), since the recording I have listened to a bit of Listeners, and it's not so bad. They even have a possibly frequent Aussie guest Kath (I only listened to bits of one episode, so I can't be sure), whose voice is nearly (though not quite) as awesome as SVGs. Ahem. Anyhoo, since after this we still have some spare time � we also tackle some "current" events: the issue of separatism in Quebec. Warren suggests a change in nomenclature that will probably finally settle all the conflict. If you want to help with the production of the updated "Canadian" Heritage Minute vignette, starring Warren and his uncomfortable headset (we're thinking about you, Mr. Lightfoot), send us an email (maskedman@limitedappeal.net). Theme music courtesy of General Patton vs. The X-Ecutioners and Ipecac Recordings.

This paper analyses the role of ratification quotas in multilateral agreements over emission reduction. The higher is the quota, the lower is the level of emissions in case the agreement comes into force, but the higher is also the risk of failure. In a setting with incomplete information, two country types and a binary contribution to the provision, I examine the differences between simultaneous and sequential ratification. When the benefits from emission of both types are smaller than the social costs, the outcome in the simultaneous case is essentially identical to the sequential case. The optimal quota is 100% and achieves the first best. With the high type's benefits exceeding the social costs, I find that the optimal quota is as small as possible, if ratification is simultaneous. In the sequential ratification case, I cannot determine the optimal quota. However, I find that the aggregate expected surplus decreases with respect to the simultaneous case.