Zero emission economy will lead to 15 million new jobs by 2030 in Latin America and Caribbean
In a new groundbreaking study , the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the International Labour Organization (ILO) show that the transition to a net-zero emission...
European Commission strengthens support for treatment through convalescent plasma
European Commission has invited more than 200 blood-collection services around the EU to apply for funding for the purchase of plasmapheresis equipment, i.e. equipment...
No end in sight to COVID crisis, and its impact will last for ‘decades to come’
Expressing “appreciation for WHO and partners’ COVID-19 pandemic response efforts”, the emergency committee convened by the UN health agency’s chief, made it clear that there is not yet...
Tourism Restarts: 40% of Destinations Have Now Eased Travel Restrictions
The responsible restart of tourism is underway around the world as growing numbers of destinations ease COVID-19 related travel restrictions and adapt to the...
Ravages of acute hunger will likely hit six in 10 in Zimbabwe
The World Food Programme (WFP) is urgently seeking more international support to prevent millions of Zimbabweans plunging deeper into hunger. The COVID-19 pandemic has...
Covid-19: 10 things the EU is doing to ensure economic recovery
Find out what the EU is doing to help Europe get back on its feet following the devastating economic effects brought on by the...
EU-Vietnam trade agreement enters into force
EU exports to Vietnam will be taxed less as of tomorrow, 1 August. This is the immediate effect of the entry into force of...
Proof of Concept for Sharing Rare Disease Data Across Borders Is Crucial Step for Diagnoses
Those who contracted COVID-19 are experiencing what it's like to have a condition that is difficult to diagnose without clear treatment options. This is...
Women Gain Key Economic Benefits from Greater Trade
Trade increases women’s wages and helps close the wage gap between men and women while creating better jobs for women, a new World Bank...
Amid COVID-19 Pandemic, Liberia Has a Chance for a Robust Recovery
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to exact a toll on the global economy, and Liberia is facing its dire human and economic impact, with real...