COP30: The Age of Irrationality in Climate Policy
As world leaders gather in Brazil for the COP30 climate summit, UN Secretary-General António Guterres called for urgent action to drive down global temperatures and keep the 1.5°C goal within reach. Credit: WMO/Guillaume Louÿs
By Pedro BarataLISBON, Portugal, Nov 11 2025 – I have been working on climate policy since the late 1990s. I was in the room when Europe’s early carbon market discussions...
In the Heart of the Amazon: COP 30 and the Fate of the Planet
The Amazon rainforest, covering much of northwestern Brazil and extending into other South American countries, is the world’s largest tropical rainforest and is vital to fighting climate change. Credit: CIAT/Neil Palmer Source UN News
By Asoka BandarageWASHINGTON DC, Nov 11 2025 – My recent visit to Brazil coincided partly with the Conference of the Parties (COP) 30, the 30th United Nations...
Saudi Arabia Joins Global Framework for Close-Out Netting
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) has published its legal opinions that recognize the enforceability of close–out netting in Saudi Arabia, a move that provides global financial institutions with greater legal certainty when transacting in the Kingdom’s Derivatives Market. The decision follows the Capital...
World Must Pay to Make America Great Again
By Jomo Kwame SundaramMANILA, Philippines, Nov 11 2025 – US President Trump’s economic strategy for his second term aims to get the rest of the world, especially its wealthy allies with greater means, to pay more to help strengthen the US economy.
Jomo Kwame Sundaram
Recent US initiatives have undoubtedly accelerated de-dollarisation but these have largely been unavoidable consequences of...
Upgrade your smart home with reliable protection: EZVIZ brings unmissable deals this Singles' Day Sale across MENA
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EZVIZ, a global leader in smart home security and lifestyle solutions, is lighting up this year’s Singles' Day Sale with can’t–miss deals across Amazon MENA and Noon. The sale is ongoing from November 7 to 13, giving shoppers the perfect chance to grab their favorite EZVIZ smart gadgets at incredible prices...
خلال تخفيضات يوم العُزّاب EZVIZ ارتقِ بمنزلك الذكي مع حماية موثوقة: عروض لا تُفوَّت من في منطقة الشرق الأوسط وشمال إفريقيا
دبي، الإمارات العربية المتحدة،, Nov. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —
تُشعل شركة EZVIZ، الرائدة عالميًا...
North Atlantic France SAS provides updates on the contemplated acquisition of a majority stake in Esso Société Anonyme Française SA
Paris, France, Nov. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —
North Atlantic France SAS provides updates on the contemplated acquisition of a majority stake in Esso Société Anonyme Française SA
Turkish antitrust clearance obtained; transaction remains subject to French direct foreign investment authorization and EU Foreign Subsidies clearance
Transaction target closing date...
North Atlantic France SAS apporte des éléments d’actualisation liés à son projet d’acquisition d’une participation majoritaire dans Esso Société Anonyme Française SA
Paris, France, 10 nov. 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —
North Atlantic France SAS apporte des éléments d’actualisation liés à son projet d’acquisition d’une participation majoritaire dans Esso Société Anonyme Française SA
Autorisation en matière de concurrence obtenue en Turquie ; l’opération reste soumise...
Al Tamimi & Company Advises Global Infrastructure Partners on Landmark US$11 Billion Investment in Saudi Arabia’s Jafurah Gas Processing Facilities
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Al Tamimi & Company has advised Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), a BlackRock investment fund, on its acquisition of a 49% interest in the Jafurah gas processing facilities in Saudi Arabia from Aramco, through an investment in Jafurah Midstream Gas Company. The transaction, valued at US$11 billion, represents a significant milestone...
Tres Thompson joins Meltwater as Chief Financial Officer
SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Meltwater, a leading global provider of media, social, and consumer intelligence, today announced the appointment of Tres Thompson as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). With over 35 years of experience in accounting, finance, and operational leadership within both privately held and publicly traded technology companies, Thompson brings a wealth of...
