On March 2, the UN General Assembly, meeting in emergency session, voted 141 to 5, to condemn Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. To the surprise of many, Cuba abstained, despite its close relations with Moscow and its belief that the West instigated the crisis by expanding NATO right up to Russia’s borders, ignoring its legitimate security concerns. 

To understand Cuba’s position on Ukraine, we need only look back at previous occasions when Cuba had to walk the same diplomatic tightrope.

Russia’s relationship with Nicaragua is firmly rooted in geopolitics, and Russia is demonstrating its global reach, despite U.S. and European efforts. The larger implications — an increased presence in Latin America among others — threaten democracy, security and regional stability in the Western Hemisphere. For starters, Russian presence is interfering with U.S. and hemisphere interests, namely democracy and regional security.

1. The Society of European Affairs Professionals count 231 Members

Alphabetical Listing

American Chamber of Commerce in Belgium: The American Chamber of Commerce in Belgium has appointed Stéphanie Rutten, currently Partner at Whyte Corporate Affairs, as its next CEO. She will start in May, succeeding Marcel Claes after nearly 18 years.

Sources of Climate Finance (In order of funding)

1. France
2. Japan
3. Portugal
4. Global Environment Facility
5. USA
6. Climate Investmnt Funds
7. Adaptation Funds
8. EU Institutions
9. Denmak
10. Spain
11. Italy
12. United Arab Emirates
13. Germany
14. Canada
15. Australia
16. Other Donors

Note: Funding from France, Japan and Portugal is mostly in the form of ODA loans while the other sources provide grants

Countries followed by Population

THE ALLIANCE OF Small Island States (AOSIS) is an umbrella lobby and negotiating body representing the interests of low-lying and small island states at the level of the United Nations. AOSIS has played an important role in shaping international climate change policy by ensuring that the concerns of small island developing states are represented on an international level.

Specifically, AOSIS has been a leading advocate for reductions in global greenhouse gas emissions. Operating on an ad hoc basis and primarily through the diplomatic missions of its member countries,

Clients in the closed financial year 2021

Clients in the closed financial year 2021

1. Diageo
2. Food Drink Europe
3. MedTech Europe
4. PTC Therapeutics
5. Surfrider

Clients in the current financial year

1. MedTech Europe