Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz, on the margins of the 2026 G7 Leaders’ Summit in Évian, France. The Prime Minister and the Chancellor noted the significant, unprecedented cooperation between Canada and Germany across energy, critical minerals, and advanced technologies. In one year, Canada and Germany have signed new agreements on artificial intelligence, quantum, and battery technologies; launched the Sovereign Technology Alliance; and secured more than six new critical mineral partnerships. More recently, British Columbia’s Ksi Lis…

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani, the Deputy Emir, sent a cable of congratulations to Her Excellency Halla Tomasdóttir, President of the Republic of Iceland, on the occasion of the anniversary of the founding of the Republic.

His Highness the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani sent a cable of congratulations to Her Excellency Halla Tomasdóttir, President of the Republic of Iceland, on the occasion of the anniversary of the founding of the Republic.

June 17, 2026 onLatest News,Press Releases The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, Monday, embarked on a last-minute campaign for the reelection of the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Governor Biodun Oyebanji, for a second term in office ahead of Saturday’s gubernatorial election in Ekiti State. He told the people of the state that the joint ticket of Governor Oyebanji and his deputy, Chief Mrs. Monisade Afuye, is a ticket of balance, experience, and continuity that deserves renewal, noting that instead of a routine contest in Saturday’s governorship poll, Ekiti …

More than 1300 schools and 220,000 students have used the Student Mentoring Assessment Tool (SMART) since it was introduced in February, Education Minister Erica Stanford said today. The Government introduced twice yearly assessment in reading writing and maths. “We campaigned on this in 2023, we funded it and we delivered it. “We introduced the SMART assessment because parents, academics, ERO and education experts told me we need to do better, when it comes having consistent, accessible reporting about how children are progressing.” Under SMART, parents of students in Years 0–10 will rece…

A newEU-wide surveyconfirms thesignificant impact of excessive screen timeandsocial mediaon young people's mental and physical health. The publication of the survey coincides with the final meeting of the special panel on child safety online. The panel has advised the European Commission Presidenton how to further strengthen the protection of minors online.They discussedlessons learned, good practices, and key topics such asempowering caregiversto ensure their children’s wellbeing online. On 13 July 2026, the panel co-chairs will present their final recommendations to the President. Impact of…

I am very pleased to see the heads of state and government, representatives of esteemed international financial institutions, major companies and investment funds, and distinguished business leaders who have joined us today at the Fifth Tashkent International InvestmentForum. Your participation is yet another powerful testament to the growing confidence of the international community in the reforms and development of New Uzbekistan. Our joint efforts within the framework of this forum are laying a solid foundation for achieving ambitious and far-reaching goals. The outcomes speak for themse…

FMCP3 was held during the 64th session of the Subsidiary Bodies of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change. During the event, the Uzbekistan delegation presented the results of ongoing work to fulfill national climate commitments, develop renewable energy sources, improve energy efficiency, and strengthen the economy’s resilience to climate risks. In his speech, Mr. Sattarov emphasized that Uzbekistan views transparency as an integral element of effective climate policy and remains committed to its obligations under the Enhanced Transparency Framework of the Paris Agreement. He noted t…

The results of the analysis show that in some commodity markets, domestic production does not fully meet domestic demand. In particular, a low share of production was recorded for 94 product types last year and in the first months of the current year. In addition, studies were conducted on 20 product types for which the domestic market remains insufficiently saturated and the competitive environment insufficiently developed. Based on appeals from free economic zones, 105 commodity markets were analyzed, with high demand identified in 55 of them. Such analytical materials help entrepreneurs i…

During the meeting, they discussed expanding collaboration in electrical engineering and electronics. They also explored opportunities for direct contacts with Chinese manufacturers, attracting investment, and strengthening industrial partnerships. Following the negotiations, a Memorandum of Cooperation was signed. This document outlines plans to expand production of components for household appliances and to pursue joint initiatives to develop Physical AI technologies.

Deputy Director of the National Human Rights Centre of the Republic of Uzbekistan Dilnoza Muratova took part in the forum. The event became one of the largest international platforms for discussing current issues in the development of the international human rights protection system. The forum brought together more than 400 representatives of government bodies, international organizations, the scientific and expert community, national human rights institutions, and the UN. The forum was organized by the State Council Information Office of the People’s Republic of China and the Ministry of F…

Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Uzbekistan Ochilboy Ramatov and other officials welcomed the high-ranking guest at Tashkent-Humo International Airport. As part of the forum, the Head of the Government of Kazakhstan will participate in key events and deliver a speech. The visit’s program also includes meetings and negotiations to develop multifaceted cooperation between Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan.

Visitors can learn about Uzbekistan’s economic success, future development plans, and investment opportunities. The exhibition, covering around 6,000 square meters, showcases projects in petrochemicals, mechanical engineering, the electrical industry, metallurgy, construction materials, pharmaceuticals, and food production. These projects highlight Uzbekistan’s aspiration to shift from merely exporting raw materials to manufacturing high-tech products. Special focus is given to initiatives that boost high-value-added production, enhance local manufacturing, and broaden export markets. The eve…

Becoming a shareholder in the NDB will enable Uzbekistan to broaden its prospects for attracting long-term financial resources to support the execution of major infrastructure and investment projects. As noted, a preliminary portfolio of projects valued at $4.5 billion has already been formed. It includes initiatives in transportation infrastructure, energy, industry, utilities, and water supply. The New Development Bank was established in 2015 on the initiative of the BRICS countries – Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. During its operations, the Bank has approved financing for …

The event’s status and the makeup of its participants indicate its magnitude and well-organized nature. Over the last ten years, Uzbekistan has maintained a steady and confident role on the global stage, actively advancing its foreign policy and reinforcing its positions through principles of equality and mutually beneficial cooperation. Cooperation formed through the Tashkent International Investment Forum supports the execution of large-scale projects, which are already making a visible impact in daily life across all regions of the country. The forum serves as a key platform showcasing t…

From:Department of Children, Disability and Equality The Minister for Children, Disability, and Equality, Norma Foley, today formally launched the start of the 20th Anniversary campaign ofGrowing Up in Ireland, Ireland’s national longitudinal study of children and young people. Growing Up in Irelandis the national study of over 30,000 children and young people which is designed to gain insight into their lives. The study is now telling the continuing stories of three generations of children in Ireland: those born in 1998, 2008 and 2024. The Department of Children, Disability and Equality, …

From:Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine has recently engaged the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) to undertake research on ‘the Provision of Animal Health and Veterinary Care Services in Ireland’. The research programme will comprise a series of projects and is overseen by a steering committee, which is chaired by Joe O’Flaherty, chair of the Farm Animal Welfare Advisory Council (and formerly of Animal Health Ireland). The first project is titled ‘Barriers to Preventative Herd Health Planning within the Dairy Sector…

From:Department of Culture, Communications and Sport The Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport, Patrick O’Donovan, today announced the launch of the Dromcollogher Commemorative Programme to mark the 100th anniversary of the Dromcollogher cinema fire, in which 48 people tragically lost their lives. In March 2025, the Minister announced the establishment of a working group, with strong local representation, to support planning for the centenary commemorations. A Town Hall meeting was subsequently convened in Dromcollogher to gather local views and ensure that the commemorative program…

From:Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD, today (Wednesday, 17 June 2026) visited Coleraine Street to officially open the newly refurbished Inner-City Enterprise Centre in Dublin 7. The Inner-City Enterprise Centre was awarded funding under the Community Recognition Fund 2024. The Fund was introduced in 2023 to recognise the huge efforts made by communities in welcoming and supporting people coming to Ireland. To date, €100 million has been allocated to support cities, towns, and vill…

President John Dramani Mahama on Monday received the letters of credence of seven new envoys at the Banquet Hall of the Presidency, marking the official commencement of their diplomatic missions to Ghana. The new envoys include:1. H.E. Ronald Micallef, High Commissioner of the Republic of Malta2. H.E. Andrei Ordash, Ambassador of the Russian Federation3. H.E. Michal Cygan, Ambassador of Poland4. H.E. Bambang Suharto, Ambassador of Indonesia5. H.E. Isbeth Lisbeth Quiel Murcia, Ambassador of Panama6. H.E. Armen Sargsyan, Ambassador of the Republic of Armenia7. H.E. Selestine Gervas Kakele, Amba…