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Reforms needed to production and market-distorting policies as agricultural support reaches record highs

01 Novembre 2023

LIBREVILLE, November 1 (Infosplusgabon) - Total support to agriculture reached record levels of USD 851 billion per year during 2020-22 for the 54 countries covered by a new OECD report, as governments sought to shield consumers and producers from global crises and high inflation. Just under half of this government support was in the form of measures with the greatest potential for market distortions, such as border tariffs and subsidy payments based on output.

Sudan: ICRC facilitates release of 64 detainees of the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF)

01 Novembre 2023

LIBREVILLE, November 1 (Infosplusgabon) - According to an ICRC news release, from Khartoum, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) on Monday facilitated the release of 64 detainees of the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) who had been held by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The released persons were transported from Khartoum to Wad Madani following a request from the parties to the conflict for the ICRC to act as a neutral intermediary.

Israel and the Occupied Territories: Evacuation order of Gaza triggers catastrophic humanitarian consequences

15 Octobre 2023

LIBREVILLE, October 15 (Infosplusgabon) - Nothing can justify the horrific attacks Israel suffered last weekend. Our hearts go out to people who lost family members or are worried sick about loved ones taken hostage. We reiterate our call for their immediate release and stand ready to conduct humanitarian visits. But those attacks cannot in turn justify the limitless destruction of Gaza. The parties must not neglect their legal obligations regarding the methods and means used to wage war.

OECD Environmental Performance Review of Costa Rica 2023

Écrit par Antoine Lawson | 01 Octobre 2023

LIBREVILLE, October 1 (Infosplusgabon) - Costa Rica is known globally as a green country and ecotourism destination. Its long-standing biodiversity policy has helped to reverse deforestation and protect the country’s ecosystems and wildlife. However, more must be done to tackle pressures on biodiversity, address climate change, and improve waste and water management. Large-scale investment through mobilisation of private finance, strict enforcement of regulations and adequate incentives will be crucial to the country’s transition to a circular and decarbonised economy.

USA : President Biden Announces the Inaugural Members of the President’s Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement in the United States

26 Septembre 2023

LIBREVILLE, September 26 (Infosplusgabon) - President Biden has announced this Tuesday the inaugural members of the President’s Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement in the United States. The establishment of this Council was a significant commitment announced by Vice President Harris on behalf of the Biden-Harris Administration during the 2022 U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit, aimed at enhancing dialogue between United States officials and the African Diaspora.