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Advancing Climate: Practical Insights on GHG Measurement & Reporting: CIBAFI Wraps Up Successful Annual Meetings and Events in Türkiye

25 May 202425 May 2024 Editor No Comments

The General Council for Islamic Banks and Financial Institutions (CIBAFI conducted a two-day technical workshop on ‘Advancing Climate Action in Islamic Finance: Practical Insights on GHG Measurement & Reporting.’ This initiative aligns with the declaration made by the Islamic Finance Infrastructure Organisations at COP28. It highlights CIBAFI’s dedication to promoting sustainability and addressing global climate…

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DET Launches Inaugural Dubai Sustainability Report

16 May 202430 May 2024 Editor No Comments

The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has launched its first ‘Dubai Sustainability Report’ at the Arabian Travel Market, spotlighting the city’s strides and ongoing efforts in sustainability. The report supports the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33), aiming to place Dubai among the top three global cities for business, leisure, and living.

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WorldFirst unveils global sourcing payment solution WorldTrade to facilitate secure, fast B2B trade for SME buyers

18 April 202418 April 2024 Editor No Comments

During the ongoing Canton Fair, WorldFirst, a one-stop digital payment and financial services platform for global businesses, has has launched WorldTrade, a new payment solution for global sourcing to bolster the security and speed of cross-border payment for international Small and Medium-sized Enterprises(SMEs) that procure goods from suppliers based in China, while ensuring the prompt delivery of products for the SME buyers.

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WorldFirst launches New Solution to Support Growth of UK SME’s Global Trade

11 April 202411 April 2024 Editor No Comments

WorldFirst, a one-stop digital payment and financial services platform for global businesses, especially SMEs in international trade, has launched an e-commerce growth solution to help UK SMEs trade globally. Through the solution accessible via the World Account, SMEs need just one account which has a simple set-up process to start cross-border e-commerce trade.

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Emissions Gap Report 2023: Drastic Emissions Cuts Needed to Avert Catastrophe

28 November 20231 December 2023 P Koshy No Comments

greenhouse gas emissions hit new highs, temperature records tumble and climate impacts intensify, the Emissions Gap Report 2023: Broken Record – Temperatures hit new highs, yet world fails to cut emissions (again) finds that the world is heading for a temperature rise far above the Paris Agreement goals unless countries deliver more than they have promised. The report is the 14th edition in a series that brings together many of the world’s top climate scientists to look at future trends in greenhouse gas emissions and provide potential solutions to the challenge of global warming.

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Book Review: Unlocking the Power of Small Businesses: How Entrepreneurs and SMEs Can Transform India

9 November 20239 November 2023 Editor No Comments

Unlocking Business Potential: Opportunities for Entrepreneurs and SMEs Author: Dr Perumal Koshy In this book, Unlocking Business Potential: Opportunities for Entrepreneurs and SMEs, the author provides a comprehensive and insightful overview of the business landscape in India, with a focus on the opportunities and challenges faced by entrepreneurs and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The…

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10 Profitable Business Ideas for SME Entrepreneurs: Unlock Your Potential for Success!

21 May 202321 May 2023 Editor No Comments

Finding out about businesses that work for entrepreneurs is highly important. Understanding the specific needs and dynamics of your target market is vital for building a successful and sustainable business. Here are some business ideas that have been successful for entrepreneurs:

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Report/UNIDO: Development finance institutions for sustainableindustrial development

14 May 202314 May 2023 Editor No Comments

ISSUE NO. 3 – APRIL 2023 ID Policy Brief 3: Development finance institutions 2023 | Author(s): João Carlos Ferraz Given effective political guidance, solid policy directives as well as sufficient resources, development finance institutions (DFIs) have the DNA and capability to efficiently and innovatively foster sustainable development. Development financeinstitutions for sustainableindustrial development

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Wage protection for migrant workers

28 April 202328 April 2023 Editor No Comments

ILO issues wage protection guidance for migrant workers The Guidance Note focuses on wage-related issues faced by migrant workers, including non-payment and delayed payment of wages. These can lead to debt bondage and forced labour, according to the ILO Committee of Experts on the Application of Conventions and Recommendations (CEACR). It is anticipated that new ILO “guidance on wage protection” will significantly influence international labor rules that are…

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Global greenhouse gas emissions at their highest levels

17 May 202217 May 2022 Editor No Comments

In 2010-2019 average annual global greenhouse gas emissions were at their highest levels in human history, but the rate of growth has slowed. Without immediate and deep emissions reductions across all sectors, limiting global warming to 1.5°C is beyond reach. However, there is increasing evidence of climate action, said scientists in the latest Intergovernmental Panel…

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