Onjo Simson

  Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – On November 18, 2024, His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, delivered a powerful address at the opening session of the 19th G20 Summit. Representing UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Khaled underscored the UAE's commitment to global cooperation and sustainable development. In his address, Crown Prince Khaled praised President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of Brazil for successfully hosting the G20 Summit. He highlighted Brazil’s dedication to fostering international dialogue and addressing critical global issues, setting the stage for a productive summit. One of the key points in Sheikh Khaled’s speech was the launch of the Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty. He emphasized the UAE’s support for this significant initiative, which aims to shape international policies towards sustainable solutions to these pressing issues. To demonstrate the UAE's commitment, he ann...

  The partnership among Azerbaijan, the UAE and Brazil in the sphere of green power sources constitutes a significant step towards actions against global warming. By launching the “troika” project during the 15th Petersburg Climate Dialogue, these countries have taken the lead in initiating a model of partnership for enhancing collaboration and continuity in addressing issues related to the climate. The procedures utilized are innovative to ensure mutual learning and experience sharing is encouraged while also providing a benchmark for the future COP events. Azerbaijan’s joint venture with Brazil in diplomatic relations and commissioning of Garadag Solar Power Station are evidence of our dedication to sustainable development targets on reducing greenhouse gases emission. This trilateral mechanism will be a catalyst for more progress as the globe moves towards greener pasture. Azerbaijan invests in renewable energy infrastructure to show that it values environmental stewardship and ...

  In a show of solidarity, former Starbucks employees in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, who were abruptly terminated in October, gathered today for a rallying cry demanding their rightful severance and overdue payments. The terminated workers, facing financial uncertainty since their unexpected job loss, united under the banner of #WorkersRights and organized the protest to bring attention to their plight. The rally, marked by passionate speeches and signs advocating for fair treatment, underscores the ongoing struggles faced by workers worldwide, particularly in the service industry. The terminated Starbucks employees, now represented by @SBWorkersUnited, emphasized the importance of upholding labor standards and holding corporations accountable for their responsibilities to their workforce. As the protest gains momentum on social media, it highlights the broader issue of worker rights and the power of collective action in seeking justice. The Starbucks employees in Rio de Janeiro are no...