Political Corruption - a Persistent Global Phenomenon (BY Julian Voss, V-Dem)

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 15Dec
"The fact that corruption is still widespread in large parts of the world should not discourage anti-corruption efforts. International organizations engaged in the fight against corruption should evaluate their strategies against the background of successful cases and continue their support for democratic actors trying to hold corrupt officials accountable"
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International Migrants Day And The Launch Of The Asia-Pacific Migration Report 2020: UNESCAP EVENT (18TH DEC)

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 15Dec
In occasion of the upcoming International Migrants Day celebrated every year on the 18th of Dec, UNESCAP is organizing an event where the new Asia Pacific Migration Report will be launched.
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Speech by President von der Leyen on Artificial Intelligence (World Leader for Peace and Security Award, Boston Forum/Dukakis Institute)

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 13Dec
Speaking to the Boston Global Forum, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed a Transatlantic Agreement on Artificial Intelligence. She said, “We want to set a blueprint for regional and global standards aligned with our values: Human rights, and pluralism, inclusion and the protection of privacy.” She said such a blueprint could guide other democracies.
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Artificial Intelligence and Democratic Values: the AI Social Contract Index 2020

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 13Dec
The Center for AI and Digital Policy (CAIDP), part of The Michael Dukakis Institute for Leadership and Innovation (MDI) today released the first global ranking of countries, based on national AI policies and practices. The book-length report sets out key recommendations to guide policymakers and the public toward the goal of ensuring AI that is fair, accountable, and transparent.
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Secretary-General's remarks at the Climate Ambition Summit: it's climate emergency

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 13Dec
" I urge everyone to show ambition, stop the assault on our planet -- and do what we need to guarantee the future of our children and grandchildren."
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CLIMATE AMBITION SUMMIT: SUMMARY AND ALL LINKS

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 13Dec
Find here all the speeches and videos
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Health and social protection – Building an economy of well-being

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 12Dec
The 17th of December is dedicated to the topic “Health and social protection – Building an economy of well-being”. To capture the complexities around modern societies, the European Commission aims to measure progress, true wealth and well-being by indicators that complement GDP figures but are more inclusive of environmental and social aspects of progress.
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BIG BOOST FOR ERASMUS

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 12Dec
The EU Commission has welcomed the political agreement reached between the European Parliament and EU Member States on the new Erasmus+ Programme (2021‑2027). Trilogue negotiations have now concluded, pending the final approval of the legal texts by the European Parliament and the Council
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EU Green Deal: Sustainable batteries for a circular and climate neutral economy

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 12Dec
The European Commission proposes to modernise EU legislation on batteries, delivering its first initiative among the actions announced in the new Circular Economy Action Plan. Batteries that are more sustainable throughout their life cycle are key for the goals of the European Green Deal and contribute to the zero pollution ambition set in it.
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Canada’s new strengthened climate plan to protect the environment, create jobs, and support communities

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 12Dec
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, announced Canada’s strengthened climate plan, A Healthy Environment and a Healthy Economy, which will help achieve our economic and environmental goals. The proposed plan, supported by an initial $15 billion in investments, will make life more affordable for Canadians, make communities more livable, and, at every turn, focus on creating jobs...
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