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18 September, 2025 Canberra – The Australian government today announced their updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), pledging to cut emissions by 62-70% by 2035 and failing to commit to phase out fossil fuels. The target is incompatible with keeping global heating below 1.5°C and undermines its bid to co-host COP31 with Pacific nations. … Continued
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In an historic first, Monash University, together with Fiji National University (FNU) and the Pacific Community (SPC), will host a symposium in Fiji bringing together more than 150 researchers, policymakers and community leaders to strengthen the evidence base for addressing the irreversible impacts of climate change for the Pacific region. The inaugural Research Symposium … Continued
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SHANGHAI, Sept. 4, 2025 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/– From July 1 to August 31, China Eastern Airlines (CEA) operated a total of 194,000 flights, carrying 28.06 million passengers. Among them, international and regional flights reached 27,000, transporting 4.49 million passengers, setting a historic record. CEA (http://www.ceair.com/) is further expanding its international route network. Recently, it has successively launched direct flights … Continued
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The Joint Standing Committee on Treaties (JSCOT) has tabled a report recommending the ratification of two major treaty actions: the Nauru-Australia Treaty and the Partial Revision of the 2019 Radio Regulations, as incorporated into the Final Acts of the World Radiocommunication Conference 2023. The report also contains the minor treaty action Renewal of and Modification to the New Arrangements to Borrow. … Continued
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The Joint Standing Committee on Treaties will hold a public hearing today for its inquiry into the Nauru-Australia Treaty. The Treaty enhances cooperation between Australia and Nauru in relation to strengthening Nauru’s economy, security and social resilience. The agreement also enables mutual agreement and consultation on Nauru’s partnerships including in the areas of security, telecommunications and banking. Committee … Continued
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Melbourne is set to shine on the global stage next week as we host 1,000 delegates from 100 countries for the 14th World Chambers Congress (14WCC). For the first time, Melbourne will host the Congress – co-organised by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) World Chambers Federation (WCF) and the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and … Continued
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TOKYO, Aug. 22, 2025 /Kyodo JBN/ — Seafood Legacy Co., Ltd. and Nikkei ESG will hold The Sustainable Seafood Summit in Osaka from October 1 to 2, 2025. Image: https://cdn.kyodonewsprwire.jp/prwfile/release/M108348/202508143579/_prw_PI1fl_O7tUgqcw.png Official website: https://sustainableseafoodnow.com/2025/en/ Promotional movie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9e660vi0Qis In 2024, Seafood Legacy and Nikkei ESG held the 10th Tokyo Sustainable Seafood Summit (TSSS), reflecting on a decade of … Continued
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RMIT University has awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Business honoris causa to Michaela Browning, celebrating her extraordinary contributions to her profession and community. Browning was presented with the honour at the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) RMIT graduation ceremony in Singapore yesterday, where 1500 students also celebrated their graduation in ceremonies throughout the week. … Continued
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OTSU, Japan, Aug. 20, 2025 /Kyodo JBN/ — – Shiga Internationally Presents Efforts to Conserve Lake Biwa – Municipal officials and high school students from Shiga Prefecture participated in the “20th World Lake Conference” held in Brisbane, Australia, from July 21 to 25, and disseminated to the world their efforts to conserve Lake Biwa and … Continued
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GUIGANG, China, Aug. 18, 2025 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/– Recently, the 15th Lotus Culture Series of Guigang kicked off in Guigang, Guangxi. From July to October, the city will roll out a host of activities, including theatrical performances, poetry contests, and the selection of “Top Lotus-Viewing Spots,” to keep fueling its tourism growth. The Publicity Department of Guigang … Continued
