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2023 and beyond: Wise and compassionate Turkish diplomacy
UpdatesTurkey's diplomacy is evolving wisely and compassionately into 2023 and beyond. Despite global challenges, Turkey maintains 255 missions globally. These efforts, coupled with a focus on digital diplomacy and technology, aim to elevate humanitarian and entrepreneurial successes. New missions, especially in Africa, boost exports, and Turkey is forging stronger ties with global regions like Africa, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. Turkey's sustainable, compassionate diplomacy sets a strong example for developing countries, positioning it for a promising future.
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Morocco and Israel, beyond mere diplomatic normalisation
UpdatesMorocco and Israel are intensifying economic and security ties, going beyond mere diplomatic normalization. A strategic partnership involving military cooperation, technology transfer, and economic development is evolving, potentially impacting regional power dynamics. Recent low-profile visits are expected to culminate in a significant September visit by Morocco's Foreign Minister to Israel, marking progress in their growing relationship.
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Digitalisation and U.S. Strategy Towards Sub-Saharan Africa
Development diplomacy, Digital foreign policy, Digital identities, Digital standards, Sustainable development UpdatesThe U.S. Strategy Towards Sub-Saharan Africa emphasizes digitalization as key for development amid competition with China. Priorities include building infrastructure, promoting digital businesses, countering authoritarianism, and enhancing cyber ethics through training and technology standards. It aims to ensure an open, secure, and interoperable internet, combat disinformation, and empower individuals against online harassment. The strategy also addresses the role of digitalization in financial services and records while aiming to counter Huawei's dominance in 5G technology.
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US envoy: Africa trip isn’t to compete with Russia, China – Diplomacy – War in Ukraine
UpdatesUS Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield visited Uganda, Ghana, and Cape Verde to address Africa's food crisis, not to compete with China and Russia. The rise in food and energy costs, accentuated by the Russia-Ukraine conflict, has led to severe food insecurity in these countries. The US aims to assist in food production and has urged Russia to address the crisis. Concerns were also raised about China's Belt and Road Initiative potentially leading African nations into a debt trap, although China argues its goal is to accelerate development in Africa and lift countries out of poverty.
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50 years of UN environmental diplomacy
Updates Science diplomacy UpdatesIn 1972, the UN initiated global environmental diplomacy due to acid rain, pollution, and other issues. The Stockholm Conference was a crucial moment in addressing environmental concerns worldwide, setting principles for resource management. Now, 50 years later, a reflection on the progress and future trends in environmental diplomacy is presented.
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Are we close to mine the Moon?
Updates Science diplomacy, Space diplomacy UpdatesHelium-3 mining on the Moon could fuel future nuclear fusion reactors, potentially benefiting the struggling coal industry with new job opportunities.
Could digital diplomacy, science, and stats bring peace to Ukraine?
Data and diplomacy, Data governance, Digital diplomacy, Science diplomacy UpdatesSpanish scientists challenge the idea of a binary East-West divide in Ukraine by analyzing violent events data to show conflicts have complex origins beyond this split. Lack of reliable data is the main hindrance, especially in social and political fields, making obtaining usable data a major challenge. To apply statistical models and scientific approaches to diplomacy effectively, timely and reliable data is crucial.
Will Google support data sovereignty?
Data and diplomacy, Data governance UpdatesGoogle is launching cloud servers in Spain with Telefonica to enable data localisation. The focus is on supporting data sovereignty and complying with regulations. This move addresses sectors like government, healthcare, and finance that require local data storage for regulatory and governance purposes.
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Can undersea cables detect earthquakes?
Critical infrastructure, Science diplomacy, Telecommunications infrastructure UpdatesUndersea cables serve as vital internet infrastructure and are now utilized as sensors to monitor seismic activity. This innovative approach enables the detection of tectonic shifts and the potential for early earthquake warnings, expanding scientific research possibilities beyond previous limits.
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Increasing innovative diplomacy in South Africa
IFDT, Updates Digital diplomacy, Digital foreign policy, Public diplomacy UpdatesPresident Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa stressed the importance of innovative diplomacy during the 2022 Heads of Missions conference. He highlighted the need for diplomats to embrace digital diplomacy and host targeted seminars to promote South Africa effectively. The conference focused on attracting tourism, trade, and investment, strengthening cultural ties, and enhancing public diplomacy through social media and advanced tools.