The cities that some 4.4 billion people call home are increasingly at risk of catastrophic climate-driven events. Rising sea levels and flooding threaten coastal megacities like New York City and Jakarta, and …
Opinion
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Last week, the board of the International Monetary Fund approved current Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva for another five-year term. It is a welcome development that comes at a critical moment. Her second term will…
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There was a time, not so long ago, when the depletion of Earth’s ozone layer seemed like an insurmountable challenge. Decades of using harmful chemicals, such as chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), had…
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In recent years, the Gulf’s investment landscape has witnessed a transformative shift as investors increasingly recognise the value of incorporating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles into their investment and…
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After years of avoiding any explicit mention of the primary cause of climate change, negotiators at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai last year finally reached an…
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US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s nearly weeklong visit to China, now underway, will most likely focus on US concerns about Chinese subsidies to producers of electric vehicles and other clean-tech goods. While…
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Retail supply chains are being scrutinized like never before. In 2022, Kohl’s and Walmart were fined $2.5 million and $3.5 million respectively by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission for falsely…
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In today’s dynamic and ever-evolving global landscape, a transformative opportunity awaits; one that transcends traditional financial norms. As businesses endeavour to diversify and cultivate fresh avenues for growth, the integration…
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In the midst of global efforts to combat climate change, transition finance has emerged as a critical tool for driving sustainable development and accelerating the transition to a low-carbon economy.…
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At the most recent United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA), held in Nairobi, African countries took a strong stand against potential new technologies that, if developed, could tip an already disrupted climate into…