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Gulf Insider
a day ago
- Politics
- Gulf Insider
Trump Orders US Exit From UNESCO
The United States will withdraw from the U.N. Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) by the end of 2026, the State Department confirmed on July 22, citing ideological differences and what it described as an anti-Israel bias and 'globalist' agenda out of step with U.S. foreign policy. 'Continued involvement in UNESCO is not in the national interest of the United States,' State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce said in a statement. She said the agency advances 'divisive social and cultural causes' and prioritizes the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals—an agenda she called 'globalist' and at odds with the Trump administration's America First foreign policy. The United States delivered a formal notice of its withdrawal to UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay on July 22, according to Bruce. The move, carried out under Article II(6) of the organization's constitution, is set to take effect on Dec. 31, 2026. Until that date, the United States will continue to participate as a full member. This marks the third time the United States has withdrawn from the Paris-based agency, and the second time under President Donald Trump. The United States last withdrew from UNESCO in 2017 during Trump's first term, citing anti-Israel bias. It rejoined in 2023 under President Joe Biden, who argued the move was necessary to counter China's growing influence in the organization. Click here to read more Also read: Protests Kick Off In Kiev After Zelensky Shuts Down US-Backed Anti-Corruption Agency
Al-Ahram Weekly
2 days ago
- Politics
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Egypt, Burkina Faso FMs urge stronger anti-terror cooperation in Africa - Foreign Affairs
Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and his Burkinabe counterpart, Karamoko Jean-Marie Traoré, on Tuesday underscored the need for enhanced bilateral cooperation to combat terrorism and organized crime, amid rising security challenges across Africa. During a meeting in Ouagadougou, the two ministers reviewed developments in the Sahel and West Africa, reaffirming their shared commitment to maintaining stability in the region. Abdelatty reiterated Egypt's full support for Burkina Faso's counter-terrorism efforts and respect for its sovereignty and territorial integrity. Both sides agreed to strengthen cooperation across political, economic, and development fields, including the launch of a political consultation mechanism for regular coordination and exchange of views on regional and international issues. As part of his visit, Abdelatty and Traoré jointly inaugurated the Egypt–Burkina Faso Business Forum, which brought together 30 business leaders and representatives from leading Egyptian companies. The two also discussed expanding bilateral coordination in international and regional forums. UNESCO candidacy backed Traoré announced Burkina Faso's official endorsement of Egyptian candidate Khaled Khaled El-Enany for the post of Director-General of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), citing his qualifications and vision as being aligned with African priorities and UNESCO's goals. He stressed the importance of having a prominent African figure at the helm of the organization. Abdelatty thanked Burkina Faso for its support, noting that El-Enany represents the aspirations of the entire continent. Ouagadougou marks the second stop in Abdelatty's five-nation West Africa tour, which also includes Nigeria, Niger, Mali, and Senegal. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Malaysiakini
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Malaysiakini
Sabah teen wins top prize at Young Creator Fellowship 2025
A hard-hitting five-minute short film that shows the Sabah state government under a critical lens won first place at the 2025 Young Creator Fellowship programme yesterday. The film, by 19-year-old Duncan Cheng Kai Guan from Sabah, clinched the top spot in the programme that was co-organised by Malaysiakini and the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (Unesco). His film, 'How the Sabah State Government Suppresses Protests', documents how state authorities clamped down on anti-corruption demonstrations led by university students in Sabah. Malaysiakini English news editor Zikri Kamarulzaman, who was one of the judges, commended the film for its timeliness and thorough research. 'The presentation is solid technically and in terms of the content. There are professionals out there who don't do work half as good as this. Well done.' Second place went to Noor Ainun Jariah, 24, for her short film, 'The Yasmin Effect: A Digital Changemaker's Story,' which follows career counsellor Sharifah Hani Yasmin as she sets up One Step Closer (OSC) during the pandemic to provide free employment counselling for the jobless. The three winners of the 2025 Young Creator Fellowship Ian Yee, co-founder of independent media outlet The Fourth and a member of the judging panel, said: 'The legwork that went into this project is impressive. The director didn't just make it a personality piece, but also explored other themes, such as unpaid care work, which many women in Malaysia have to undertake, demonstrating a good journalistic sense. 'The creator can improve in terms of camera angles for the interviews and graphics work. There was also too much stock footage for my liking.' Third place was awarded to Nor Alya Khairina Mustafa Anuar, 24, from Penang for her film, 'From Langkawi to Baku', which follows a primary school teacher in Langkawi who advocates for climate education by instilling environmental awareness in her students. The following finalists received consolation prizes for their submissions: Daneyaa Ganesan - 'Voices of Change: Nadine Azman on Feminism, Voting, and Activism' Gareth Woo Yun Hao - 'How One Malaysian Youth Pivoted from Law to Combat Racism' Najwa Farhana Binti Yahya - 'No Child Left Behind - Voices of Champions for Forgotten Classrooms' Nur Hidayahtul Aisyah - 'The Unfinished Painting (Lukisan Yang Tidak Siap)' Nurfatihah Irdina Adlan - 'A Story of Upcycled Fashion Artisans in Malaysia' Poongkodi Rabichandran - 'Stray Guardians: A Malaysian Couple's Shelter of Hope' Telford Engan Tan - 'Sape - A Beacon of Unity' The Australian High Commission, Monash University Malaysia, and Hawana - the National Journalist Day initiative by the Communications Ministry - also supported the inaugural Young Creator Fellowship programme. Australian High Commissioner to Malaysia, Danielle Heinecke 'Democracy and the role of media are really important to our Australian identity and our way of life, and to make sure that we have a really strong democracy where transparency is key. 'We want to share our common story about democracy and its evolution with Malaysia, and that's one of the reasons we work really closely with the media, including this year, which is our 70th year of diplomatic relations,' said Australian High Commissioner to Malaysia, Danielle Heinecke. The Young Creator Fellowship 2025 consisted of two phases. On June 15 and 29, 30 selected participants took part in two days of online journalism training and submitted short film proposals centred on the theme 'Changemakers'. Ten were shortlisted for the next stage. The finalists received mentorship from four trainers and were given two weeks to complete their short films. They then joined a fully funded residency held in Kuala Lumpur from July 16 to 18. During the residency, participants engaged with media professionals, visited leading Malaysian news outlets, including Media Prima, RTM, Astro Awani, and Bernama, and presented their work during a final screening and awards ceremony hosted at Monash University Malaysia.
Business Insider
14-07-2025
- Business Insider
5 African countries get a new UNESCO World Heritage site
The 47th session of the UNESCO World Cultural Committee, which is now taking place from July 6 to July 16, 2025, has already brought much pride to the African continent, with numerous African monuments joining the list of designated cultural sites. The 47th UNESCO World Cultural Committee session recognizes new African sites as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These sites emphasize Africa's rich cultural and biological legacy, showing sustained geographic representation. Newly designated sites include ceremonial terraces, the Mandara Mountains, and Mount Mulanje with profound cultural importance. These designations emphasize Africa's growing importance on the world cultural and biological map, and they reinforce UNESCO's commitment to balanced geographic representation. A landmark or location designated by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as having exceptional cultural, historical, scientific, or environmental value and deserving of preservation for future generations is known as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Regardless of the nation in which they are situated, these locations are regarded as belonging to the collective legacy of humanity. Below are the new UNESCO World Heritage sites. Cameroon: Diy-Gid-Biy Cultural Landscape of the Mandara Mountains The complex consists of sixteen ancient dry-stone terraces, platforms, shrines, and other ceremonial sites spread over seven towns. They constitute a distinct cultural environment that crosses the border with Nigeria. This region is home to communities like the Mafa, Kapsiki, and Hidé, whose traditional farming, architecture, and religious ceremonies are inextricably linked to nature. The Mandara Mountains are venerated as sacred, and the Diy-Gid-Biy terraces showcase centuries of sustained agriculture adapted to a tough rocky environment. Malawi: Mount Mulanje's Cultural Landscape This property includes the mountain range in southern Malawi, as well as the majestic Mount Mulanje, one of the world's largest inselbergs, and its surroundings. It is revered as a holy site inhabited by gods, spirits, and ancestors, with profound cultural and spiritual importance. The mountain's physical and hydrological aspects are linked to the Yao, Mang'anja, and Lhomwe peoples' beliefs and cultural customs. Guinea-Bissau: Coastal and Marine Ecosystems in the Bijagós Archipelago - Omatí Minhô The property encompasses a continuous succession of coastal and marine habitats that correspond to the marine and intertidal settings of Guinea-Bissau's best-preserved Bijagós Archipelago. The Archipelago is the only functioning deltaic archipelago on the African Atlantic coast and one of only a handful in the world. The park supports a diverse range of wildlife, including endangered Green and Leatherback turtles, manatees, dolphins, and over 870,000 migrating shorebirds. It has mangroves, mudflats, and intertidal zones that are essential for marine life, as well as uncommon plant species, diversified fish populations, and bird colonies. Poilão Island is a crucial nesting location for turtles worldwide. Mozambique: iSimangaliso Wetland Park-Maputo National Park iSimangaliso Wetland Park - Maputo National Park is a transboundary expansion of South Africa's iSimangaliso Wetland Park, which was designated in 1999. It consists of terrestrial, coastal, and marine environments and is home to almost 5,000 species. The location supports iSimangaliso's conservation values, helping to safeguard biodiversity throughout the Maputaland ecoregion. Lakes, lagoons, mangroves, and coral reefs are among the various ecosystems found here. The park is located in the Maputaland-Pondoland-Albany Hotspot, which reflects high endemism and continuous natural processes while also highlighting long-standing regional conservation collaboration. Sierra Leone: Complex of Gola-Tiwai The Gola Rainforest National Park and the Tiwai Island Wildlife Sanctuary are part of this serial property. A hotspot for biodiversity, the Upper Guinean Forest is a part of the Greater Gola Landscape. In addition to 55 animals (19 internationally threatened), the region is home to over 1,000 plant species (113 indigenous), as well as important species like the Pygmy Hippopotamus and African Forest Elephant.
Economic Times
07-07-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
Nvidia-backed CoreWeave to buy crypto miner Core Scientific in $9 billion deal
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