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The Anti-Growth Traps: What Prevents Countries from Progressing?

Many middle-income nations are struggling to move from poverty to prosperity, and the World Bank suggests that a stagnant status quo is partly to blame.

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UN Forum on Sustainable Development Ends with Renewed Commitment and Urgent Call to Action

The High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) on Sustainable Development concluded recently, with global leaders reaffirming the need for increased efforts and expedited actions to meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by the 2030 deadline. The SDGs serve as a comprehensive framework aimed at creating a better and more sustainable future for all.

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EESC Strengthens Civil Society Relations with African Union, Enhances Strategic Partnership

On July 17, Oliver Röpke, President of the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Khalid Boudali, the Presiding Officer of the African Union's Economic, Social and Cultural Council (ECOSOCC). This agreement aims to bolster collaboration between EU and African civil societies, focusing on promoting economic and social development, enhancing civil society engagement, and fostering sustainable growth.

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Key Takeaways from the New Agriculture MEPs

The European Parliament’s Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development (AGRI) has confirmed its new lineup for the 2024-2029 term, promising heightened political activity. The committee now comprises 49 members, an increase from 48 in the previous term. Leading the committee is Veronika Vrecionová, a Czech MEP from the hard-right European Conservatives and Reformists (ECR) group. Vrecionová, an experienced member with a strong background in agricultural issues, particularly gene-edited crops, is set to chair the committee.

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EESC Raises Early Warning: Impact of EU Expansion on Agriculture

The impending enlargement of the European Union (EU) promises to be a significant milestone, presenting both opportunities and challenges. The EU faces numerous global issues, such as evolving geopolitical dynamics, climate change, and transitions in energy and environmental policies. The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) emphasizes the need for thorough preparation and adherence to EU values as new member states join.

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New Market Opportunities Highlighted at EU Fusion Business Forum

Over 150 organizations, including industry leaders, start-ups, and research institutes, gathered at the EU Fusion Business Forum in Berlin. The event, organized by the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Energy, brought together Fusion for Energy (F4E) and the ITER Organization to explore the potential of fusion energy and discuss the latest market opportunities from projects like ITER.

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EU and Nefco Initiative to Restore and Modernize Public Utilities in Ukraine's Northern and Southern Regions

Since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the country has faced a severe crisis with profound human and economic repercussions. In response, the European Union has launched a EUR 75 million grant-funded initiative, in collaboration with Nefco, to repair and modernize critical infrastructure in Ukraine.

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