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China Has Banned US Exports of Key Minerals for Computer Chips – Leaving Washington with Limited Options
China's export ban on gallium and germanium poses significant challenges to global supply chains, impacting technology, renewable energy, and defence.
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UNU-FLORES Participates in the UNCCD COP16 in Saudi Arabia
Contributing to discussions on land restoration, sustainable land management, and soil degradation.
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Challenges to Youth Engagement in Global Policymaking
A debrief event shared youth experiences and insights after attending the 2024 UN biodiversity and climate change conferences.
Article
Building Resilience into Northern Infrastructure through Climate Tech and Digitalization
Experts explore how climate tech & digitalization can bolster Northern infrastructure against climate change impacts like permafrost thaw
Blog Post
Health at the Mercy of a Poor Climate Deal
Reflections on the Baku COP29 climate summit
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Reflecting on 2024: UNU-MERIT’s Commitment to Global Challenges
A snapshot of UNU-MERIT’s impact and contributions towards international sustainable development over the past year.
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International Migrants Day: Challenges, Insights and the Path Ahead
For International Migrants Day, three of our migration researchers share their perspectives on different aspects of migration policy.
Announcement
Season’s Greetings from UNU-IAS
A message from our Director Prof. Shinobu Yume Yamaguchi to mark the end of 2024.
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Advancing Policy Coherence Through Landscape Approaches
A side event of UNCCD COP16 showcased innovative practices that integrate diverse land values and empower communities.
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UNU-MERIT and IDOS Formalize Collaboration to Tackle Global Challenges
Our Partnerships Specialist Dr. Diego Salama explains how UNU-MERIT is working together with the German Institute of Development and Sustainability.