What’s the secret sauce that lets some poor countries prosper?

What’s the secret sauce that lets some poor countries prosper?

Why is it that some countries, like China for instance, have been able to grow both its economy and middle class, while many others have not?카지노사이트 Some development experts say the secret sauce lies in a strong central government that invests in social services like education and health. Others blame corrupt governments and even aid…

Strathclyde’s Principal presented with honorary degree from Hong Kong University of Science & Technology

Strathclyde’s Principal presented with honorary degree from Hong Kong University of Science & Technology

The Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Strathclyde, Professor Sir Jim McDonald, has been awarded an honorary degree by Hong Kong University of Science & Technology (HKUST).카지노사이트 Sir Jim was made an Honorary Doctor of Engineering honoris causa in recognition of his significant contributions to society at a special online ceremony. A three-time graduate…

AGING IS THE REAL POPULATION BOMB

AGING IS THE REAL POPULATION BOMB

Population aging is the top global demographic trend; the pandemic can teach us how to prepare for it Total world population passed the 8 billion milestone on November 15, 2022. The progression from 7 to 8 billion people took a mere 12 years, conjuring up long-standing fears associated with rapid population growth, including food shortages,…

How Bots Are Making Event Planning A Breeze

How Bots Are Making Event Planning A Breeze

The last few years have seen a lot of change for businesses that have become habitual. In-person, events have shifted to the realm of the virtual, and with the pandemic becoming background noise and real-life events steadily back on the rise, the way businesses approach the planning of company events (and indeed the way they…

EU countries agree to hike climate change target next year

EU countries agree to hike climate change target next year

BRUSSELS, Oct 24 (Reuters) – European Union countries agreed on Monday to raise their target to curb greenhouse gas emissions under the Paris climate agreement next year, as the bloc attempts to rally ambition among major emitters ahead of this year’s U.N. climate talks.카지노사이트 EU countries’ climate ministers on Monday approved their joint negotiating position…

Maintaining U.S. Global Leadership in Science and Technology Requires Greater Focus on Strengthening Innovation, Not Solely on Restricting Access to Specific Technologies

Maintaining U.S. Global Leadership in Science and Technology Requires Greater Focus on Strengthening Innovation, Not Solely on Restricting Access to Specific Technologies

WASHINGTON — A new report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine recommends a range of actions the federal government should take to maintain the United States’ global leadership in science and technology. The government should shift from its historical emphasis on protecting specific technologies from access by competitor nations to a risk-management…

Why bank heists are becoming prevalent in Lebanese society

Why bank heists are becoming prevalent in Lebanese society

Public frustration with long-standing economic mismanagement has reached a tipping point in Lebanon as bank heists are not only becoming common but also doable amongst Lebanese people.On September 17, 28-year-old Sali Hafiz barged into a bank with her nephew’s toy pistol and demanded her savings from the branch employees.카지노사이트 In what appeared to be a…

General Conference Event Highlights Countries’ Strong Support for IAEA Lab Modernization

General Conference Event Highlights Countries’ Strong Support for IAEA Lab Modernization

Countries have recognized that nuclear science plays an important role in tackling the world’s most pressing issues and are investing in the capabilities of IAEA laboratories, to show their support and accelerate action, Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi today told an audience of diplomats and country representatives at this year’s 66th IAEA General Conference. An…

Syrians ‘can come together to rescue their country’ from war, Security Council hears

Syrians ‘can come together to rescue their country’ from war, Security Council hears

Najat Rochdi said she had already seen the potential for bridging divides between Syrians during civil society dialogues, and the divergent views represented through the Women’s Advisory Board, which “demonstrates to all of us that, despite many differences among them, common ground can be found.” 카지노사이트 She added that “Syrians can come together to rescue…