Data given to AFP shows how trade groups representing energy giants have sent delegations sometimes larger than those of entire nations PARIS - Lobby groups representing some of the world's biggest polluters have sent thousands of delegates to negotiations aimed at limiting global warming since UN climate talks began, according to data obtained by AFP.The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) brings together nations, environmental groups, scientists and policymakers to work on measures to stave off the worst social, economic and ecological threats posed by runaway temperatures.Trade associations that represent oil and gas majors are entitled under the convention's own rules to attend annual UNFCCC talks and inter-sessional meetings as observers.They frequently host networking side events or presentations and have the same status and access permits at negotiations as environmental charities.But there is currently no protection against potential … [Read more...] about Thousands of big energy reps at UN climate talks: monitor
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Uphill struggle for ethnic women in peace talks participation
The inclusion of women was held back by a gender imbalance work environment and discrimination, where majority of men are in leadership positions, and a lack of public support. Women’s League for Burma, a local women’s rights organisation, and US-based Carter Center concluded the study “Broadening Participation of Ethnic Women in the Peace Process” earlier this year. The assessment was conducted over a course of four months, interviewing leaders of 52 ethnic political parties (EPPs) and 49 representatives, to increase stakeholder awareness of the main constraints and opportunities for women’s inclusion and EPPs’ involvement in the peace process, as perceived by women members and the leadership of Myanmar’s EPPs. The report provides recommendations formulated by EPPs’ women representatives and leaders, on topics such as electoral framework and gender quota, women’s networking, EPPs’ alliances and coordination, state-level … [Read more...] about Uphill struggle for ethnic women in peace talks participation
Global stocks mixed as uncertainty over trade talks persists
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By Avantika Chilkoti WSJ Michael Wursthorn WSJ Wed., May 8, 2019 Major U.S. stock indexes rose slightly Wednesday after President Trump tweeted that Chinese officials were coming to make a deal, injecting some optimism into a market on edge over resurgent trade fears. Stocks from shares of technology companies to industrial manufacturers gained momentum early in the trading session to pull all three major indexes higher. The gains have so far stopped a harsh two-day stretch of declines after President Trump’s threat Sunday to slap higher tariffs on billions of dollars of Chinese imports. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was recently up 81 points, or 0.3%, to 26054, while the S&P 500 added 0.3%. The Nasdaq Composite gained 0.4%. The newfound optimism followed the president’s latest tweet, saying China had “just informed us” that they are “now coming to the U.S. to make a deal,” a comment that appeared to shore up markets. … [Read more...] about Global stocks mixed as uncertainty over trade talks persists
Travel company Transat AT in talks regarding possible sale of company
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By The Canadian Press Tues., April 30, 2019 MONTREAL - Transat AT Inc. says it is in preliminary talks regarding the possible sale of the company. The announcement came as the company prepared to hold its annual meeting in Montreal. The travel company says it is in talks with more than one party regarding a potential transaction following expressions of interest it received. Transat says it has formed a special committee of independent directors to evaluate the proposals with the assistance of financial and legal advisers. The company noted the talks are at a preliminary stage and that there can be no assurance that any transaction will take place. Article Continued Below Transat offers vacation packages, hotel stays and air travel under the Transat and Air Transat brands. Companies in this story: (TSX:TRZ) Report an error Journalistic Standards About The Star TOP STORIES, DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX. NEW NEWSLETTER HEADLINES SIGN UP … [Read more...] about Travel company Transat AT in talks regarding possible sale of company
Exclusive: Anadarko to pursue deal talks with Occidental Petroleum
Business Anadarko Petroleum Corp, the U.S. oil and gas exploration and production company that agreed this month to sell itself to Chevron Corp for US$33 billion, decided on Sunday to begin negotiations to sell itself to Occidental Petroleum Corp instead, according to people familiar with the matter. 29 Apr 2019 11:25AM Bookmark REUTERS: Anadarko Petroleum Corp, the U.S. oil and gas exploration and production company that agreed this month to sell itself to Chevron Corp for US$33 billion, decided on Sunday to begin negotiations to sell itself to Occidental Petroleum Corp instead, according to people familiar with the matter.Anadarko's board of directors has decided that Occidental's US$38 billion cash-and-stock bid could lead to a deal that would be superior to the one it has with Chevron, the sources said.Anadarko will now kick off negotiations with Occidental to see if it can finalize a deal, the sources added.There is no certainty that Occidental, which was vying for … [Read more...] about Exclusive: Anadarko to pursue deal talks with Occidental Petroleum