Kharon’s Post

I am privileged to have been invited to attend this forum in Paris in person, as part of my research on anti-corruption issues, which I will also be representing at another very important event. And I thank my friends and colleagues for put me in this activity. Additionally, I am currently enrolled in a GSCP-certified course on the Arms Trade Treaty in the same time. These two issues are logically and harmoniously integrated into my research on National Security and are relevant to some of my projects concerning Georgian Society and Economic Development, and Georgia Society Self-Defense Conception as well. You see, humans possess intelligence, and from that, we have invented Artificial Intelligence. However, the most powerful form of intelligence lies within kind, smart, and positive societal intelligence. You can never accumulate and produce knowledge alone as efficiently and swiftly as you can when surrounded by intelligent and Positive people. This forum is as bright and intelligent as our times are bright and intelligent! These past two days were very informative. I hope all the important remarks that were and will be presented during this forum will be fulfilled. I am in touch. https://lnkd.in/dAqVue2P

This is a very systematic and focused summary of various options in play right now. There are several important lessons that emerge from this document: (1) The tension between legitimacy and efficiency will continue to be a factor (2) Any new regime has to operate in a new world where the reactions of the two main (problematic) tech suppliers - China and Russia - have to be considered (3) For most of the non-Members of the MECRs, who have adopted or are thinking of adopting/adapting the EU dual-use lists, MECRs are only relevant for changes in control lists as of now, and enforcing any updates requires domestic political commitment, which changes with almost every national election. (4) UNSCR 1540 may be useful as the basis for a new regime, but its own implementation structures within the UN system would be a major obstacle. (5) The main ingredient towards any serious initiative to update the existing STC architecture to either exclude Russia and China, or to include new technologies of (economic) concern, will require a lot of political will - (a) to develop consensus among new suppliers and (b) to provide tangible incentives to those in the developing world who have yet to see the economic advantages of compliance with MECRs without being members.

Thoughts on new regime issues here.

I recently had the pleasure of taking part of a geopolitical discussion between my friend Linas Kojala, Director of the Eastern Europe Studies Centre, and Dalia Grybauskaite, the former president of Lithuania. 10 years ago, it would have been an interesting discussion and relevant for my personal knowledge and growth. In today’s environment, it becomes relevant even in my professional capacity. The world is changing at an ever-increasing pace, new rules and mores are being written on how nations interact with each other, and even traditional trade routes are being challenged. These changes have consequences on our business. Not solely in terms of switching from a just-in-time approach to a just-in-case approach, not only in terms of monitoring constantly changing sanctions and other similar trade controls, but also in terms of what products are going to be relevant down the road. Where we need to invest in human footprint. How we should allocate our capital. Geopolitics are relevant.

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BRICS countries concerned about unilateral sanctions contradicting UN Charter The participants of the Forum expressed their support for an open, transparent, fair, inclusive, equitable, non-discriminatory, and rules-based multilateral trading system ST. PETERSBURG, July 12/ BRICS lawmakers have expressed concern over the negative impact of unilateral coercive measures inconsistent with the principles of the UN Charter, according to the joint statement adopted at the plenary session of the X BRICS Parliamentary Forum. "We recognize the negative impact of unilateral approaches that violate international law on the global economy and sustainable development. We express our concern about the use of unilateral coercive measures that are inconsistent with the principles of the UN Charter and have a negative impact on economic growth, trade, energy, health, and food security, especially in developing countries," the document said. The participants of the Forum expressed their support for an open, transparent, fair, inclusive, equitable, non-discriminatory, and rules-based multilateral trading system, in which the World Trade Organization (WTO) plays a central role. In addition, BRICS lawmakers emphasized the importance of strengthening economic and financial security, achieving the national development goals of the BRICS countries and the BRICS Economic Partnership Strategy by 2025. The parties also reaffirmed their commitment to multilateralism and respect for international law, including the purposes and principles enshrined in the UN Charter. #business #finance #financialservices

The second issue of the 1540 Compass is finally out! This edition dives deep into the critical components of border and export control systems essential for its full and effective implementation, with a special emphasis on the key clauses in operative paragraph 3 (c) and (d). Here’s what you’ll find: 🔍 An in-depth analysis of how countries, especially in Africa, manage exports of biological weapons-related materials. 🤝 Insights into national efforts to develop voluntary action plans and foster regional collaborations. 💻 Discussions on the role of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, and the importance of end-user controls in export systems. 💼 Best practices from countries that have successfully implemented strategic trade controls. 💰 A detailed look into the evolving challenges of proliferation finance and practical recommendations for addressing this complex issue. This is a must-read for anyone involved in non-proliferation efforts, border security, and international trade compliance. 👉 Read the full issue now and stay informed! https://lnkd.in/dJtHu7sr UNICRI - United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute Francesco Marelli Caltarossa Katy Carroll

This is a serious step. Europe to appoint a Commissioner on the Mediterranean (like a cabinet minister looking at the engagement between EU and its frontline markets in the Mediterranean). Migration control might be the EU motive. Every euro dedicated to supporting the economies of non EU Med must be targeted to improving people’s lives and share of opportunity. EU and partner governments must be accountable. Data collection and analysis will become more important - to track progress and policy impact. This is our mission at The Mediterranean Growth Initiative. We are excited with the possibilities. Mediterranean Growth Initiative (MGI) European Commission

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