Can the Global Plastics Treaty tackle micro- and nanoplastics pollution?

A key question highlighting the need for global, science-based solutions.

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🌍🎓 Fully Funded Fellowship in London
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⏰ Deadline: 7 April 2026
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💡 Pro Tip: Strong research proposal = success
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How the World’s Most Powerful Countries Handle Financial Crime — And Why None of Them Are Doing Enough - Interconnected Earth Here we examine how the eight countries ranked highest for power by U.S. News & World Report handle financial crimes.

Financial crime redistributes wealth and erodes trust. Explore how eight powerful nations approach enforcement — and why we still have work to do. buff.ly/kByehf5
#Inequality #JusticeReform #GlobalPolicy

A special thanks to Theo Aldrighi, a former CIC intern with our Promoting and Defending Multilateralism program and now President of the NYU International Relations Society, for initiating and organizing the visit! 🙏

#NYU #InternationalAffairs #GlobalPolicy #ThinkTanks #Multilateralism #SDG16

International Women’s Day Highlights Global Institutional Push for Gender Equality Progress International Women’s Day was marked across multiple continents on March 8, with governments, international organizations, and civil society groups mobilizing

International Women’s Day 2026 showcases UN-led initiatives and global programs aiming to strengthen gender equality, women’s leadership, and workforce participation worldwide.

#InternationalWomensDay #GenderEquality #WomenLeadership #GlobalPolicy #EconomicEmpowerment

🌍 Schwarzman Academy Fellowship 2026–2027 at Chatham House
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The EPSTEIN Construct: Why His Death is a Distraction from the REAL TAPES 🕵️‍♂️ What if the world's most notorious criminal wasn't just a predator, but a carefully manufactured ghost in the machine? In this explosive investigation, we move past the true crime headlines and dive into the high-stakes world of geopolitical intelligence. We examine the narrative that Jeffrey Epstein was not a self-made billionaire, but a manufactured intelligence asset designed to function as a human honey trap for the global elite. Why does this matter now? Because the infrastructure of the leverage factory didn’t vanish in 2019. In this episode, we break down: - The Intelligence Construct: How a college dropout gained clandestine protection and rose to the heights of financial power. - The Kompromat Operation: The systemic use of state-sponsored extortion and hidden surveillance to compromise world leaders. - The Missing Hard Drives: Why the circumstances of his death are a red herring designed to distract us from the confiscated surveillance tapes that remain missing. - The Wexner Connection: Analyzing the ties between Epstein and the retail tycoon that fueled his improbable rise. This isn't just a look back; it's an intelligence analysis of how systemic corruption continues to protect those at the top. We explore the legal battle for unsealing the Epstein archive and why the world's most powerful entities are desperate to keep the vault closed. Stop looking at the man, and start looking at the machine. 🔓 👉 Subscribe now and join the call for transparency. Share this episode to help us demand the unsealing of the tapes and bring the true architects to justice.  

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AI Summit Impact Declaration Gains Support from US, China, and 83 Others AI Summit Impact Declaration signed by 85 countries sets voluntary global framework for democratic, trusted, and inclusive AI development.

The AI Summit Impact Declaration is now backed by 85 countries.
Signed in New Delhi, it outlines shared principles on AI access, trust, skills, and cooperation—without binding rules.

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Is a weaker U.S. dollar a good thing? “All things considered, the negatives outweigh the positives,” said one San Diego economist.

Is a weaker U.S. dollar a good thing? San Diego economists, including GPS Dean Caroline Freund, aren’t so sure. Read: www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2026/02/06/is-a-weaker-u...
#Economics #USDollar #GlobalPolicy #GPS #UCSD #Finance #CurrencyTrends

Science informs, but policy transforms. ⚖️

We’re seeking experts in Governance, Global Treaties & Justice for #WOHC2026.

⏳ Deadline: 13 March for: ✅ Abstracts ✅ Session Concept Notes ✅ Workshop Proposals

Finalise your submission: globalohc.org/minisite/9WO...

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🔎 Une fois de plus, l’actualité donne raison à ce que j’avançais dans mon article sur le Venezuela et le Groenland

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Corruption accelerates when democracy breaks down.
@boricuabc2.bsky.social 

🎧 Listen to the full episode: https://youtu.be/v2k2OKFrJLw

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AI Regulation and Global Policy Alignment: What the U.S. Needs Now AI Regulation and Global Policy Alignment: What the U.S. Needs Now Table of Contents * AI Regulation in the U.S. Landscape * Global Policy Trends in AI Governance * Challenges in U.S.-Global AI Policy Alignment * Why Privacy and Encryption Matter in AI Policy * Frequently Asked Questions AI Regulation in the U.S. Landscape As of late 2025, the United States is navigating a complex AI regulatory environment. While the EU has enacted the comprehensive AI Act, the U.S. relies on a patchwork of executive orders, sector-specific guidelines, and state-level laws. The Biden administration’s AI Executive Order laid critical groundwork—mandating safety testing, watermarking AI-generated content, and protecting civil rights—but lacks the binding force of federal legislation. Industry leaders are calling for clearer rules, especially around high-risk applications like hiring algorithms, healthcare diagnostics, and autonomous vehicles. Without cohesive federal standards, American companies face uncertainty that hampers innovation and global competitiveness. Global Policy Trends in AI Governance Countries worldwide are racing to regulate AI responsibly. The European Union’s risk-based approach classifies AI systems from minimal to unacceptable risk. China focuses on algorithmic transparency and content labeling, while Canada and Brazil are advancing their own legal frameworks. The U.S. participates in multilateral efforts like the OECD AI Principles and the Global Partnership on AI (GPAI), but divergent priorities—especially on data privacy and national security—complicate true alignment. For example, U.S. firms often resist strict data localization rules common in Asia and Europe. Challenges in U.S.-Global AI Policy Alignment The biggest hurdles include: * Data sovereignty vs. free flow: The U.S. champions cross-border data flows, while others demand local storage. * Enforcement mechanisms: Voluntary U.S. guidelines lack the teeth of EU fines. * Military and surveillance AI: Dual-use technologies remain a diplomatic flashpoint. Yet alignment isn’t impossible. Harmonizing technical standards (e.g., for AI audits or bias testing) could build interoperability without sacrificing national interests. Why Privacy and Encryption Matter in AI Policy AI systems thrive on data—but public trust requires ironclad privacy. Emerging U.S. state laws like the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) echo GDPR-style protections. However, federal action remains stalled. This is where secure, private-by-design tools become essential. Platforms that ensure end-to-end data encryption and no third-party access align perfectly with both consumer expectations and regulatory trends. Users increasingly demand no tracking and full ownership of their digital outputs—a principle that should inform future AI legislation. Frequently Asked Questions Will the U.S. pass a federal AI law in 2026? It’s possible, but unlikely before the 2026 midterm elections. Bipartisan support exists for narrow bills (e.g., deepfake labeling), but comprehensive regulation remains politically fraught. How does U.S. AI policy differ from the EU’s? The EU uses a centralized, risk-based regulatory model. The U.S. prefers sector-specific rules and voluntary standards, prioritizing innovation over precaution. Why should businesses care about global AI alignment? Aligned standards reduce compliance costs and market fragmentation. Companies operating globally benefit from consistent rules on safety, transparency, and data use. Final Thoughts The United States stands at a crossroads. To lead the next era of AI, it must balance innovation with accountability—and find common ground with global partners. Privacy, encryption, and user control aren’t just ethical imperatives; they’re strategic advantages in a world demanding trustworthy AI. If you found this analysis helpful, please share it with policymakers, tech leaders, or anyone shaping America’s AI future! { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Article", "headline": "AI Regulation and Global Policy Alignment: What the U.S. Needs Now", "description": "Explore how the U.S. is navigating AI regulation in 2025, global policy trends, challenges in alignment, and why privacy and encryption are central to trustworthy AI governance.", "image": "https://images.pexels.com/photos/1029604/pexels-photo-1029604.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&w=1260&h=750&dpr=1", "author": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "YourSiteName" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "YourSiteName", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://www.yoursitename.com/logo.png" } }, "datePublished": "2025-12-29", "dateModified": "2025-12-29" } Thank you for reading. Visit our website for more articles: https://www.proainews.com

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🎥 Missed it live? The Global Health Diplomacy webinar is now on YouTube! 🔗 Watch it here: https://youtu.be/CNfRAR-_fdA #GlobalHealth #HealthDiplomacy #GlobalPolicy #InternationalDevelopment #WebinarReplay

Australia has officially become the first country in the world to ban social media use for children under the age of 16.

#AustraliaNews #SocialMediaBan #ChildSafetyOnline #DigitalRegulation #GlobalPolicy

Mr President! - Jamaica Observer NEW president of the of the 193-member United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA), Jamaica’s Minister of Water, Environment and Climate Change Matthew Samuda, has vowed to ensure that his two-year ter...

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NEW president of the 193-member United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA), Jamaica’s Minister of Water, Environment and Climate Change Matthew Samuda, has vowed transparency.
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@cristinagallach.bsky.social spoke at @UAM_Madrid’s, Diplomatic School course on: Foreign Policy & Cooperation for Feminist Development & Gender Equality,hosted by @MAECgob & #escueladiplomatica. She highlighted why #WomenInMultilateralism & #WomenPeaceSecurity are essential to shaping #globalpolicy

"Global Policy": se debería considerar seriamente los informes de encuentros cercanos con OVNIs/FANIs Un artículo publicado en la revista "Global Policy" aboga por la inclusión de personas con experiencia en la investigación sobre los FANIs (...

"Global Policy": se debería considerar seriamente los informes de encuentros cercanos con OVNIs/FANIs
#ovni #GlobalPolicy #OVNI #OVNIS #FANI #FANIS

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The goal of the workshop is to discuss further how machine learning, #NLP and #LLMs can strengthen the methodological foundations of #globalpolicy analysis and practice in synergy with established approaches (experiments, panel data analysis, time-series forecasting, etc.). 2/3

Watered Down: A Weakened Global Water Strategy Commentary by David Michel Originally published November 13, 2025 by CSIS Photographs by J. Carl Ganter/Circle of Blue Water is a critical resource. Modern societies require sustainable supplies of safe, sufficient water for drinking, cooking, and cleaning, as well as to grow food, generate energy, promote industry, and ensure public health. Yet many countries and communities worldwide struggle to provide reliable water services for their people.

U.S. cuts to foreign aid are unraveling decades of progress on global water security. What happens when critical water programs collapse—and millions are left without safe water?

#WaterNews #GlobalPolicy #GlobalWaterPolicy #Policy #WaterAccess #GlobalWaterStrategy #WaterStrategy

I'm aUIF Practitioner & Knowledge Specialist
I will be exploring how South Africa’s UIF connects to the bigger global picture of Unemployment Insurance systems

Join the conversation. As I sdvocate for those invisible
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White House cites memo arguing shift from temperature targets; Bill Gates suggests climate change won't cause "humanity's demise." US also opposed plastic treaty caps. 🌍💡 #ClimateDebate #GlobalPolicy

University of Pennsylvania's Perry World House Opens Applications for Lightning Scholars Fellowship - Opportunities for Youth Perry World House at the University of Pennsylvania has opened applications for its 2026-2027 Lightning Scholars Program, offering untenured faculty members a

🚨 Applications open for the Perry World House Lightning Scholars Program (2026–27) at UPenn
Rolling review starts Dec 1, 2025.
Apply 👉 wp.me/p23f03-h4H
#Academia #Fellowship #GlobalPolicy #UPenn

On the Performance‐Based Legitimacy of Financial Action Task Force: A Quantitative Exploration How legitimate is Financial Action Task Force (FATF)? We address this question with cross-country evidence spanning performance-wise aspects—standards, evaluation, strategy. FATF's legitimacy needs s...

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A visual journey through the CBD COPs: see how biodiversity governance has transformed from 1994 to the Kunming-Montreal agreement. Essential read for anyone following environmental politics 🌱
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#Biodiversity #COP #GlobalPolicy #Nature

Globally, menstrual leave has a complex history: USSR (1922, revoked), Japan (1947), S. Korea (1953), Spain (2023), Portugal (2023, limited). But low uptake due to stigma & intrusive medical certs is common. 🤦‍♀️ #GlobalPolicy #WorkplaceCulture

Why We Need a Global Policy Mindset - ETH Ambassadors ETH Advisor for Public Policy Initiatives, and Member of the Parliament of Ukraine, Lisa Yasko shares her thoughts on developing a global policy mindset.

In our latest ETH Ambassadors Blog post, Lisa Yasko, @ethz.ch Advisor for Public Policy Initiatives, political scientist, cultural diplomat, and Member of Parliament of Ukraine, shares her reflections on resilience, leadership, and the urgent need for a global policy mindset. #globalpolicy #Crisis

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World leaders confront climate change as a defining global challenge, highlighting governance and policy stakes at the highest level #ClimateCrisis #GlobalPolicy www.nytimes.com/2025/09/22/briefing/clim...