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FAO backs $3.9bn GEF-9 funding for food security

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The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations welcomed the ninth replenishment of the Global Environment Facility, saying initial pledges of $3.9 billion will support agriculture, climate and food security solutions. The funding cycle, known as GEF-9, covers 2026...
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Abu Dhabi advances climate adaptation tools

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Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi said the emirate is continuing to advance science-based environmental programmes and innovative tools to strengthen climate adaptation, protect natural resources and preserve biodiversity, as the world marks World Environment Day 2026 under the theme “Inspired...
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ADB commits $30 billion for ASEAN by 2030

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CEBU: The Asian Development Bank said Friday it will mobilize $30 billion by 2030 to help the Association of Southeast Asian Nations advance long-term development priorities and strengthen resilience to external shocks, giving the 10-member bloc a multiyear financing pipeline centered on...
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Syria gets US$225 million World Bank water health aid

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WASHINGTON: The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved US$225 million in grant financing from the International Development Association for Syria on April 23, allocating US$150 million for water services and US$75 million for health services. The financing will be delivered through two...
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Zayed Prize presents Green AI guide for sustainability leaders

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MENA Newswire: Dubai, UAE, 24 January 2026: The Zayed International Prize for the Environment today unveiled a new bilingual (Arabic and English) reference guide, “Artificial Intelligence for a Green Planet: Harnessing Technology for Environmental Sustainability,” during the opening of the...
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OPEC Fund commits $2bn to boost Africa’s development

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VIENNA, December 25, 2025: The OPEC Fund for International Development announced a new co-financing commitment of up to US$2 billion with the African Development Fund (ADF) for the period 2026 to 2030, reaffirming its ongoing financial support for Africa’s economic and social development....
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WMO unveils iClimateAction to enhance climate intelligence

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The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has launched the iClimateAction project in partnership with the Global Climate Observing System (GCOS), the Group on Earth Observations (GEO), and the European Commission. Announced at WMO headquarters in Geneva and online, the initiative is...