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UNIDO has announced the winners of the inaugural ONE World Sustainability Awards at the twenty-first session of the UNIDO General Conference (GC21) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, celebrating innovators whose work advances sustainable, inclusive industrial development across the globe.

The Future Minerals Forum (FMF), convened by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, unveiled the full three-day program for its fifth and biggest edition, themed "Dawn of a Global Cause."

Niger has taken a major step forward in improving the country's broadband connectivity and regional digital integration by completing provisional acceptance of the fibre-optic sections built under the Trans-Sahara Optical Fibre Backbone Project (TSB) – a project financed by the African Development Bank Group.

The Jamaica Red Cross took early action to protect people across the eight parishes most at risk, mobilising volunteers, pre-positioning emergency supplies and preparing shelters ahead of the storm’s arrival.

Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi, the latest addition to the Saadiyat Cultural District, marked its much-anticipated grand opening with an exclusive VIP preview, bringing together global talent, cultural leaders and special guests for a first look inside the region's newest landmark.

Discover Puerto Rico has launched ‘My Home, My Christmas’, an immersive digital experience inviting global audiences to explore the unique Christmas traditions of the island through interactive storytelling, traditional recipes, and the celebration of family bonds.

His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chair of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has officially inaugurated Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi, a landmark institution which reinforces the UAE's leadership in culture and scientific research.

The Caribbean is entering a crucial pre-Thanksgiving period this week that signals the start of its busiest travel season.

The African Development Bank announced the roll-out of a new initiative, the Africa-Asia (A-A) Platform, dedicated to the promotion of knowledge transfer between Africa and Asia.

The CTO (Caribbean Tourism Organization) has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with global consulting firm ICF to explore joint initiatives supporting sustainable tourism development, climate adaptation, and resilience building across the Caribbean.

The African Development Bank Group held a joint review of its project portfolio in the Republic of Equatorial Guinea in Malabo from 27 to 31 October.

Jamaica’s Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett has reiterated his goal for a full tourism industry restart by December 15, 2025, following the severe disruption caused by Hurricane Melissa.

In the wake of Hurricane Melissa’s devastating impact on Jamaica, Liberty Latin America has announced a strategic partnership with SpaceX’s Starlink to provide critical emergency communication services.

In a significant acknowledgment for India's conservation efforts, the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) has lauded Vantara, India's pioneering animal welfare and conservation initiative for its world-class standards of care, robust compliance with international wildlife trade norms, and deep commitment to ethical stewardship of endangered species.

The Government of Jamaica, through JaCIRT (the Jamaica Cyber Incident Response Team) has issued guidance to help households, schools clinics, and small businesses to safely deploy Starlink satellite internet systems, as communities restore connectivity following Hurricane Melissa.

Starlink internet by Elon Musk is helping Jamaica following Hurricane Melissa - the worst ever recorded there - as it also connects with its Prime Minister, Andrew Holness, via a link with his people across the diaspora - and saving the country during the overwhelming disaster.