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UN Scientists Propose a ‘Global Trust’ to Safeguard Critical Minerals as Trade Tensions Mount
As G7 President, Canada can lead a shift from mineral competition to stewardship—ensuring critical minerals support peace, AI and the green transition
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Building a Global Minerals Trust for a Just Green Transition
The Policy Brief outlines a governance framework for critical minerals essential to AI and clean energy—proposing a global trust to avoid conflict.
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UNU Macau Hosts “Demystifying Artificial Intelligence for Diplomats” Workshop in Hong Kong
UNU Macau led an AI training workshop at the British Consulate General Hong Kong, equipping diplomats with essential knowledge and skills.
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Prof. Irina Smirnova
Professor Irina Smirnova is a distinguished chemical engineer and academic leader . Her research focuses on sustainable process engineering, particularly in the development of bio-based materials and green technologies.
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Africa’s new credit rating agency could change the rules of the game. Here’s how
In The Conversation, Daniel Cash explains how a new African credit rating agency could reshape global financial power dynamics.
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Sustainability Impulse Explores Climate Adaptation for Real Estate and Cities – Global Challenges, Local Solutions
Framing Sustainability with Local Perspectives
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Capacity Development
Team working in the Capacity Development office
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MMDP Insights
This series provides regular insights into UNU-MERIT's Migration Management Diploma Programme (MMDP).
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