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THE SECRETARY GENERAL, MARITIME ORGANIZATION OF WEST AND CENTRAL AFRICA (MOWCA) PARTICIPATION AT THE 5TH INTERNATIONAL MARITIME CONFERENCE/ REGIONAL MARITIME EXERCISE (IMCREMEX) 2024 AT ADMIRALITY CONFERENCE CENTRE, NAVAL DOCKYARD LIMITED, VICTORIAL ISLAND LAGOS, NIGERIA ON MAY 30-31, 2024 As part of the Secretary General’s engagement with Maritime stakeholders, His Excellency, Dr. Paul Adalikwu graced the 2024 International Maritime Conference organized by the Nigerian Navy, an activity to commemorate its 68th Anniversary celebrations. The event which was held at the admiralty Conference Center, Naval Dockyard Limited, Lagos, Nigeria on May 30-31, witnessed full participation of key industry players to deliberate on harnessing the benefits of the Blue Economy and leveraging on Maritime Security through concerted efforts. In his keynote presentation, tagged; “Leveraging Maritime Security, Collaboration for Harnessing Blue Economy: Strategies and Mechanisms for Success”, Dr. Adalikwu stressed the importance for stakeholders to collaboratively leverage Maritime Security by ensuring safe and secure maritime spaces in order for Africa to harness the potentials of the blue economy. He stated that the varied approaches to achieving success include fostering regional cooperation, enhancing marine domain awareness, combating Illegal, Unregulated and Unreported Fishing (IUUF) and maritime crimes, and investing in infrastructure and technology advocating for capacity building programmes and knowledge sharing initiatives. The MOWCA talisman affirmed that for the country to maximally benefit from the benefits of the potentials of the blue economy, the pivotal role of Nigerian Navy must continue to be fully supported with adequate funding and capacitation, especially in the training and re-training of personnel to bring them into alignment with the current global best practices and realize the nation’s dream of harvesting optimally from the blue economy regime. (...) Read more by clicking on the link tps://https://lnkd.in/edEGFuir

An important reminder from the ICRC Director General, Pierre Krähenbühl, on the unwavering commitment to neutrality and impartiality in humanitarian action. As an ICRC staff member, I stand by our dedication to principled humanitarian action. Neutrality and impartiality are more crucial than ever to reach and protect those affected by conflict. Despite the challenges of politicization and misinformation, our mission remains unchanged: to serve humanity without bias. Proud to be part of an organization that advocates for respect and support for all humanitarians striving to make a difference. #HumanitarianAction #ICRC #Neutrality #Impartiality #SupportForHumanitarians

Can Blinken achieve wider peace in Middle East?

🚨 70 Years of the 1954 Hague Convention: A Broken Promise for Sudan's Cultural Heritage? 🚨 Today marks the 70th anniversary of the 1954 Hague Convention for the Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict. This landmark agreement established a framework for safeguarding cultural heritage during times of war. ⚠️ However, in Sudan, the ongoing conflict paints a grim picture. Irreplaceable artifacts, historical sites, and intangible cultural practices face constant threats of destruction, damage, looting, and neglect. This reality stands in stark contrast to the principles enshrined in the Hague Convention. 🔴 Sudan's rich cultural heritage is under siege. Museums stand at risk, artifacts are being lost, and age-old traditions are fading. This not only impoverishes the nation's identity but also robs the world of a unique cultural tapestry. 📢 The 1954 Hague Convention serves as a powerful reminder of our collective responsibility to protect cultural heritage during conflict. We must call for a renewed commitment to these principles and urge all parties involved in the Sudanese conflict to respect and safeguard the nation's irreplaceable cultural treasures. #Sudan #CulturalHeritage #HagueConvention #EndangeredHistory #ProtectOurPast #CulturalPreservation #HeritageUnderThreat #SaveSudansHistory #UNESCO #International Council of Museums (ICOM) #CulturalProtection #Blue Shield International #GlobalHeritage #HeritageMatters #International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) #ICCROM #Cultural Emergency Response #Smithsonian Cultural Rescue Initiative #ALIPH - International alliance for the protection of heritage in conflict areas #British Council

📢 If you haven’t explored the 2023 Assessment for the DG NEAR Guidelines on EU Support to Civil Society in the Enlargement Region, now is the perfect time to catch up! 👉Explore the latest insights and country-specific reports for the Western Balkans and Türkiye at https://lnkd.in/eiqP3Dn8

Join Ory Slonim, a seasoned expert in hostage negotiations, who shares his deep insights and personal experiences. Discover the intricate and emotionally charged process of negotiating for hostages and the challenges families and negotiators face. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬: 📌 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬: Slonim emphasizes the need for honesty and avoiding false hope when communicating with families of hostages. 📌 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐱 𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Learn about the complicated nature of negotiations, involving multiple intermediaries and governments, especially in Gaza. 📌 𝐔𝐧𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐬: The October 7 crisis, with over 300 hostages and 1,500 deaths, is highlighted as one of the most challenging negotiations ever faced. 📌 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: The necessity of international guarantees to ensure successful negotiations and trust issues with certain intermediaries are discussed. 📌 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Slonim shares his commitment to Israel and the balance between political and personal considerations. This interview offers a profound look at the human side of hostage negotiations. Don't miss this eye-opening conversation with Ory Slonim. Watch now 👉 https://lnkd.in/dMy6gCPZ #IsraelWar #IsraelNews #BringThemHomeNow

https://lnkd.in/gwTp72Ys KNOWLEDGE This city vision is as different in Washington State as the Moon is different than the Eath. You can find car bumpers, trash bags, curb weeds the size of small trees, trash, and graffiti everywhere, and inside cities people have put graffiti on street signs, businesses, walls, and light poles. However, the political leaders are paid well. This vision is also present adjacent military installations and their highway exits. I do not think an American clean up day has ever existed. Plus, in Singapore, etc., they use trash to power their city.

#disputes #arbitration #conflicts Join to an interesting discussion with Sargis Grigoryan , an outstanding arbitrator at American University of Armenia.

An international forum on the future of Palestine and the West Asia and the ongoing shift to a multipolar world is under way in the Italian capital Rome. The hypocrisy and double standards, sought by the West, are among the topics discussed by experts and analysts attending the conference.

The report highlights key points wrt Terror Financing. However I believe issues such as cyber attacks holding government and key private sector institutions ransom, should also be highlighted as a significant concern. This year alone has shown a significant increase in the volume of data breaches, with over 5 key government institutions compromised. The data stolen/deleted or systems held ransom is placing the South African economy and it's people at risk.