Global Scans · Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Goal 16: Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels.

• [New] The relevant actions of the US side seriously threaten regional national security and seriously undermine regional peace and stability, and will be resolutely countered by China. laitimes
• [New] The Chinese People's Liberation Army will, as always, firmly defend its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests, and firmly safeguard regional peace and stability. laitimes
• [New] China's armed forces will continue to intensify naval and air patrols to resolutely safeguard national sovereignty and security, and resolutely safeguard regional peace and stability. laitimes
• [New] The National Institute of Standards and Technology has been put in charge of launching a new public working group on artificial intelligence (AI) that will build on the success of the NIST AI Risk Management Framework to address this rapidly advancing technology. Security Intelligence
• [New] Investment Zones in Glasgow City Region and North East of Scotland will help to level-up Scotland and drive long-term innovation and stimulate economic growth and will be focused around research institutions such as universities, whilst driving growth in priority sectors. GOV.UK
• [New] The recent reported Israeli attack on the Iranian province of Isfahan, following Iran's direct attack on Israel, has only clouded hopes of a peace breakthrough in Gaza. Al Jazeera
• [New] Sweden will continue to be active in and contribute to the work in the UN Committee for Peaceful Use of Outer Space, which has a central role in the development of international law for the space domain. Regeringskansliet
• [New] The escalating threat to security require (s) a new European defence mind-set, from member states, to institutions, to industry to investors. Science|Business
• [New] We hope that the Australian side can view China's development and strategic intentions in a correct light, abandon the Cold War mentality do more to safeguard regional peace and stability. Yahoo News
• [New] The troops of the PLA Eastern Theater Command will remain on high alert at all times and resolutely safeguard China's national sovereignty as well as regional peace and stability. The Washington Times
• [New] GSA's Technology Transformation Services expects to start a pilot in May to allow individuals to verify their identity online using facial recognition technology that meets standards set by the National Institute of Standards and Technology's 800-63-3 Identity Assurance Level 2 guidelines. Federal News Network
• [New] US officials have recently warned Beijing against providing indirect aid to the Russian war effort and regularly urge China to wield its influence to help bring about peace in Ukraine. DAWN.COM
• The United States is expected to use its veto power, having stated that the UN is not the venue for recognition of a Palestinian state, which must be the result of a peace deal with Israel. The Times of Israel
• The introduction of gen AI presents new risks, requiring financial institutions to embrace a new approach to risk management and controls. Fintech Singapore
• Generative artificial intelligence, also known as gen AI, is expected to significantly impact risk management over the next five years, allowing financial institutions to automate tasks, accelerate processes and improve efficiencies. Fintech Singapore
• Budget 2024 proposes to provide $50 million over five years, starting 2024-2025, to create the AI Safety Institute of Canada with a view to better understanding and protecting against the risks of advanced and generative AI systems. Gowling WLG
• Financial institutions must advance trade finance digitization and technology integration, essential for bolstering due diligence, enhancing financial crime prevention, and safeguarding the global financial system from TBFC threats. FinExtra
• The peaceful accommodation of India will alter the historical patterns of rise and fall of great powers through war. Oxford University Press
• While Canada has until 2029 to confront the many issues highlighted in the third National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security, it must invest at all levels of government. The Conversation
• International organizations such as the UNEP and the IUCN and financial institutions will have a key role to play in promoting environmentally sustainable wind energy projects, recognizing that development can only be considered sustainable if it addresses both the biodiversity and climate crises. OUP Academic
• The FSB's initiatives cover a wide range of financial institutions and markets, including the non-bank financial intermediation sector, to address potential sources of systemic risk. Investopedia

Last updated: 29 April 2024