Latest news with #UNForum
Sharjah 24
24-07-2025
- Politics
- Sharjah 24
UAE showcases global leadership at UN SDGs
Strong presence at the UN Forum The UAE's active participation was marked by a high-level delegation representing several ministries and key organizations. These included the Ministry of Cabinet Affairs, Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Investment, the Government Experience Exchange Programme (GEEP), and the General Secretariat of the National Committee on SDGs, among others. Promoting innovation and collaboration Abdulla Nasser Lootah, Assistant Minister of Cabinet Affairs for Competitiveness and Experience Exchange and Chair of the National Committee on SDGs, highlighted the UAE's innovative approach to development cooperation. He pointed to initiatives like the 2045 XDGs Report and GEEP as models that demonstrate strategic partnerships and forward-looking development. Preparing for the 2026 voluntary national review Lootah announced the start of preparations for the 2026 Voluntary National Review (VNR) to assess progress on the SDGs. The review will involve contributions from government, private sector, and civil society, reinforcing the UAE's dedication to transparency and long-term, sustainable development planning. Hosting the UN Water Conference 2026 The UAE is also preparing to host the UN Water Conference in December 2026, further emphasizing its role in advancing global water sustainability and promoting environmental solutions. Advancing global partnerships and dialogue The UAE delegation showcased national initiatives and leadership in climate action and human development through events like the 'Shaping Tomorrow: UAE Leadership for a Sustainable Future' exhibition. A session by GEEP expanded the UAE's partnership network to nearly 50 countries and six international organizations. Launch of the 2045 XDGs Report A key highlight was the launch of the 2045 XDGs Report, which outlines global development priorities beyond 2030. Supported by a global survey, the report aims to guide international efforts to address emerging challenges and identify opportunities over the next two decades. Championing innovation through global councils The UAE highlighted the Global Councils for SDGs, launched at the World Government Summit, as vital platforms uniting global leaders from various sectors to share knowledge and accelerate SDG progress. Focus on gender equality and child welfare Sessions organized by the General Secretariat of the National Committee on SDGs spotlighted gender balance, women's leadership, and child welfare, while addressing the digital gender divide. These sessions underlined the role of inclusive growth in sustainable development. Economic diplomacy and sustainable growth The UAE hosted a roundtable on reimagining economic growth, linking economic and social objectives. It led discussions on economic diplomacy to promote global stability and sustainability. Environmental initiatives on the global stage The Ministry of Interior presented successful cross-border projects like the Green Shield Operation, which protects biodiversity in the Amazon Basin—a showcase of the UAE's contribution to global environmental cooperation. Strengthening bilateral engagements Throughout the forum, the UAE conducted 48 bilateral meetings and participated in key events like Science Day, reinforcing its commitment to international cooperation. About the HLPF The High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) on Sustainable Development is the UN's main platform for reviewing global progress on the SDGs, providing a space for governments and organizations to align efforts toward a sustainable future.
Yahoo
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Joseph Gordon-Levitt Argues 'Your Digital Self Should Belong To You' At UN Internet Forum
Addressing this week's UN Internet Governance Forum, Joseph Gordon-Levitt said he wanted to focus on one basic principle. 'Your digital self should belong to you. That the data that humans produce — or writings and our voices and the connections that the make, our ideas — should belong to us. And that any economic value that's generated from this data should be shared with the humans that produce it,' he said in a short speech. More from Deadline Joseph Gordon-Levitt Directing AI Thriller For Rian Johnson's T-Street; Anne Hathaway To Star Judge Rules For Meta In AI Lawsuit Brought By Sarah Silverman And Other Authors, But Warns Of Illegally Using Copyrighted Works In Training Models Prime Video Is Increasingly Using Generative AI To Enhance In-App Viewing - Here's Where To Expect The Tech From Live Recaps To Language Dubbing A little shot of hope and optimism today from the United Nations. I got to speak about AI at their annual Internet Governance Forum (my first time at a UN thing 🤩) and it really does feel good to see so many people from so many places around the world convening in good faith to… — Joseph Gordon-Levitt (@hitRECordJoe) June 26, 2025 Of course, that very concept is being mulled right now in Hollywood and being litigated between content producers and tech giants. Just yesterday, a federal judge ruled that Meta's unauthorized use of copyrighted works from Sarah Silverman and other authors to train generative AI models is a 'fair use,' but warned that the practice may in many circumstances be illegal. The actual impacts of AI, said Gordon-Levitt in a fireside chat at the UN Forum, could be very broad. 'I think that the impact could mean that creativity as we know it sort of goes away, to be really honest. I hate to put it in grave terms. That's a worst-case scenario, but I think it's on the table. I don't think it has to happen that way. I think if we all figure out how to steer the ship, so to speak, the technology could be a wonderful thing for creativity, and we're sort of at that crossroads right now.' Watch the actor's fireside chat at the event below. AI and its impacts are familiar terrain for Gordon-Levitt. Late last year, Deadline broke the news that he was set to direct an untitled AI thriller for T-Street Productions, the production company of Rian Johnson & Ram Bergman, with Anne Hathaway set to star. And for more than a decade, the actor has run a company in the digital space; HitRecord is an online collaborative media platform he founded with his brother Dan. Best of Deadline 'The Buccaneers' Season 2 Soundtrack: From Griff To Sabrina Carpenter 'The Buccaneers' Season 2 Release Schedule: When Do New Episodes Come Out? 'Nine Perfect Strangers' Season 2 Release Schedule: When Do New Episodes Come Out?
Malay Mail
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Defence minister arrives in Berlin to lead Malaysia's delegation at UN peacekeeping forum on security efforts
BERLIN (Germany), May 13 — Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin has arrived here to attend the two-day United Nations (UN) Peacekeeping Ministerial 2025 Forum which begins today. His arrival at Berlin Brandenburg Airport at 5.36 pm local time, here last night together with a Defence Ministry delegation was received by the Charge d'Affaires / Counsellor of the Malaysian Embassy in Berlin Rozaime Mohamed Desa. Held from May 13 to 14, the UN Peacekeeping Ministerial Forum will serve as a high-level political platform to discuss the future of peacekeeping and for member states to express and demonstrate their political support. The forum will also provide a stage for delegations to announce pledges to close capability gaps and adapt peace operations to better respond to existing challenges and new realities, in line with the pledging guide. The biannual forum brings together the country's top leaders and officials who support the security mission under the UN, with Mohamed Khaled taking the opportunity to voice his views and renew the country's commitment to supporting the global security effort. During the forum, Mohamed Khaled is also scheduled to have a bilateral meeting with German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius and Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto. — Bernama
