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WHO convenes the first Traditional Medicine Global Summit

WHO is convening the Traditional Medicine Global Summit on 17 and 18 August 2023​ in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India. Co-hosted by the Government of India, the Summit will explore the role of traditional, complementary, and integrative medicine in addressing pressing health challenges and driving progress in global health and sustainable development.

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What is traditional medicine?

It is the sum of the knowledge, skills and practices based on the theories, beliefs and experiences indigenous to different cultures, whether explicable or not, used in the maintenance of health and the prevention, diagnosis, improvement or treatment of physical and mental illness.

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Don't let anything or anyone break your heart

Heart health content is now live on WHO's Women's Health chatbot on Viber, and it can save your life. Learn about common risks, prevention, symptoms, diagnosis and treatments. Share it with your loved ones to keep their hearts protected as well.

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Healthier food and food environments at sports events

Join WHO for the launch webinar of a new action guide ‘Healthier food and healthier food environments at sports events’, on 24 August 2023, 14:00 - 15:00 CEST. Hear from experts and national authorities of sports event host countries.

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Afghanistan's health system suffers critical underfunding

WHO highlights crucial importance of ramping up investment in healthcare services provision in Afghanistan, particularly in the underserved areas where the healthcare infrastructure is severely under-resourced and remains vulnerable.

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COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN UNION latest

 

Library blog Monday 14 August 2023   ● General Secretariat of the Council   Readers of Europe 2023 - the full list of recommendations   Over the course of the summer, the Council Library, in collaboration with the permanent representations to the EU, recommended books to read from across the EU with our annual Readers of Europe initiative. This year the spotlight is on female authors. From Hungarian poetry to Lithuanian historical fiction, Belgian revenge thrillers to Czech mystery, discover your next read as we dive into a genre-spanning list...

Spain, a benchmark in renewable energies, is in the throes of far-reaching reforms to lead the green transition in the EU 18/08/2023 | Article Spain, a benchmark in renewable energies, is in the throes of far-reaching reforms to lead the green transition in the EU In recent years, Spain has launched a strategy of far-reaching reforms and ambitious objectives to lead the green transition in the EU.

NATO news

Flying in a fighter jet What’s it like to fly in a high-performance fighter jet? Join NATO video producer, Rob Kunzig, as he gets airborne with a Dutch instructor pilot at the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training program (ENJJPT). Founded in the 1980s, this training programme was created to help Allies share the cost of training fighter pilots and ensure that working together became part of the DNA of Allied air operations. Today, 14 Allies send students and instructors to the programme, including Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Türkiye, the United Kingdom and the United States. The instructors are exhaustive in their feedback because the difference between success and failure could be the difference between life and death. As our video producer finds out, this isn’t a job for the faint of heart (or stomach). Click here to download the video.  You can also watch the video on YouTube.

18 August 2023 Update NATO Mission Iraq takes on additional advisory and capacity-building tasks Following a request from the Iraqi authorities and a decision by the North Atlantic Council on 17 August 2023, the scope of NATO Mission Iraq will also include advisory and capacity-building activities in support of the Iraqi Ministry of Interior and Federal Police Command. READ MORE Chair of the NATO Military Committee attends Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defence Conference From 14 to 16 August 2023, Admiral Rob Bauer, Chair of the NATO Military Committee attended the 25th annual Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defence Conference in Fiji. READ MORE NATO ships train alongside world’s largest aircraft carrier Ships from multinational NATO Maritime Group 2 participated in a series of maritime training exercises alongside the world’s largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford during Exercise Sage Wolverine in the Mediterranean Sea. (Story courtesy of Allied Maritime Command) READ MORE Allies conduct joint flight training during exercise Thracian Summer 2023 Thracian Summer 2023, an Allied joint flight training exercise, is currently underway at Bezmer Air Base and Cheshnegirovo Airport in Bulgaria. (Story courtesy of Shape) READ MORE TOPIC: Resilience, civil preparedness and Article 3 Rooted in Article 3 of the North Atlantic Treaty, national preparedness and resilience are necessary for member countries to withstand major shocks and contribute to the Alliance’s collective defence. READ MORE TOPIC: Countering hybrid threats Hybrid methods of warfare – such as propaganda, deception, sabotage and other non-military tactics – are used against NATO Allies by adversaries. These  threats are increasing in speed, scale and intensity, but NATO has a strategy for its role in countering hybrid warfare and stands ready to defend the Alliance and all Allies. READ MORE Flying in a fighter jet What’s it like to fly in a high-performance fighter jet? Join NATO video producer, Rob Kunzig, as he gets airborne with a Dutch instructor pilot at the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training programme (ENJJPT). WATCH VIDEO

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 Statement by the Prime Minister on the passing of the Honourable James K. Bartleman

August 18, 2023
Ottawa, Ontario

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the passing of the Honourable James K. Bartleman:

“I join Canadians in mourning the passing of the former Lieutenant-Governor of Ontario, James K. Bartleman.

“Mr. Bartleman grew up in Port Carling, Ontario, and proudly belonged to the Chippewas of Rama First Nation. A firm believer in the importance of social justice and equality, he dedicated his life to public service.

“Over the course of his career, Mr. Bartleman represented Canada abroad with his trademark professionalism and drive. He served as Ambassador of Canada to Cuba, Israel, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, and the European Union, as well as High Commissioner to South Africa and Australia. He also served as Foreign Policy Advisor to the Prime Minister and as Assistant Secretary to the Cabinet for Foreign and Defence Policy at the Privy Council Office.

“Mr. Bartleman later returned to his provincial roots and was appointed as the 27th Lieutenant Governor of Ontario. As the first Indigenous person to hold this title, he championed the causes closest to his heart, such as eliminating systemic barriers for Indigenous youth and advocating to reduce the stigma around mental health.

“Mr. Bartleman’s legacy is one of inspiration. In addition to his dedication to public service, he also authored five non-fiction books and three novels. In his lifetime, he received 13 honorary degrees, the Arthur Kroeger College Award in Ethics in Public Affairs, the National Aboriginal Achievement Award, and was named Officer of the Order of Canada and a member of the Order of Ontario.

“On behalf of Canadians, I offer my deepest condolences to Mr. Bartleman’s loved ones and all Ontarians. Canada has lost a remarkable leader whose life was marked by an unwavering commitment to public service, education, and the betterment of our country.”

Prime Minister announces changes to the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians and the National Security and Intelligence Review Agency

August 18, 2023
Ottawa, Ontario

APEC News

Director Klein’s Statement on the 2023 APEC Women and the Economy Forum

Issued by the APEC Women and the Economy Forum

Seattle, The United States, 20 August 2023

Director of the White House Gender Policy Council Jennifer Klein shared with ministers a statement that reflects the commitments and way forward for APEC to advance women’s economic participation in the region.

The statement laid out the priorities discussed during the High-Level Policy Dialogue on Women and the Economy, chaired by Director Klein on Sunday in Seattle and provided policy directions for member economies to support the implementation of the La Serena Roadmap on Women and Inclusive Growth.