Global Scans · Partnerships for the Goals · 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 17: Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development.

• [New] To fully harness AI's potential in defence, India must prioritize investments in R&D, foster public-private partnerships, and enhance cybersecurity frameworks. Legacy IAS Academy
• [New] Beyond minerals, Liberia offers additional opportunities in fisheries and other natural resources that could diversify economic partnerships and support sustainable development across multiple sectors. Discovery Alert
• [New] The European Union has launched the European Raw Materials Alliance to address critical mineral vulnerabilities, focusing on developing domestic resources while establishing partnerships with reliable suppliers outside China. Discovery Alert
• [New] The Emirates Drug Establishment will spare no effort to accelerate regulatory procedures, and strengthen global partnerships. Emirates24|7
• [New] Canada is looking to sign a trade deal with the ASEAN bloc in 2025, and in 2023 entered into a strategic partnership with the bloc that's expected to lead to business expansion, educational exchanges and projects combating biological threats. CityNews Toronto
• [New] Saudi Arabia's strategic partnership talks with France's ArianeGroup on space-based defence systems remain active but have slowed as Riyadh recalibrates its defence priorities and fiscal planning for 2026. Middle East Space Monitor by AzurX
• [New] As the world continues to face pressing challenges related to climate change, access to clean energy, and sustainable development, international partnerships and investments will play a key role in driving innovation, funding large-scale projects, and sharing best practices. EMS Power Machines - Steam Turbines, ORC Turbines, Wood
• [New] The diversification of trade and financial partnerships championed by the BRICS bloc has the potential to reshape global markets. archyde
• [New] Partnerships with countries like the United States, which has extensive experience in missile defence, could provide the necessary technological advancements to bolster Israel's defences. County Local News
• [New] South Korea's ability to project maritime power, maintain regional partnerships, and participate in multinational security frameworks aligns with NATO's efforts to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific. Indo-Pacific Insight
• [New] SalamAir's 2025 partnership with Osprey Flight Solutions integrates advanced real-time aviation risk intelligence, enhancing passenger safety and regulatory compliance amid rapid fleet growth. VisaVerge
• Through a partnership with Roland Berger, technology companies can leverage expertise, insights, and a global network to not only weather disruptions but also emerge stronger and more resilient in the ever-evolving TMT landscape. Roland Berger
• Informal meetings continued though to forge a strategic partnership, expecting quid-pro-quos of Russian troop's withdrawal from Georgia and Russia's integration into the Western community of states. FirstPost
• Seoul Semiconductor is expected to deepen its partnerships with global automotive brands and tiered suppliers, many of whom are seeking dependable, scalable display technologies that can meet evolving customer expectations. The Manufacture Data
• So far this year, Visa Inc. has unveiled a scam disruption initiative, adoption of its Tap to Phone technology has soared, it unveiled its vision for artificial intelligence in commerce, and it expanded its partnership with FIS. USSA News | The Tea Party's Front Page.
• The convergence of public-private capital, innovation ecosystems, and strategic international partnerships will define India's leadership in the hydrogen economy. Yahoo Finance
• Bank Partnerships: Collaborations with major Indonesian banks will likely result in instalment plans with 0% interest or cashback rewards for customers using specific credit cards. Archynewsy
• Beijing will try to leverage the brewing dissatisfaction with the United States to build its own partnerships, especially in the Global South, and to weaken US alliances, particularly in Europe and the Indo-Pacific. Merics
• Vietnam's balanced stance, maintaining strategic partnerships with the U.S. and the European Union, could mitigate the perception that the BRICS is an anti-Western bloc, attracting greater global legitimacy. Duna Press Journal & Magazine
• The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority has announced a pioneering partnership which will see innovative technology deployed for the first time to remotely and autonomously sort and segregate radioactive waste. no2nuclearpower
• SalamAir's strategic partnership with Osprey Flight Solutions integrates advanced AI risk intelligence for safer flights, meeting global aviation standards. VisaVerge
• The discontinuation of the Collaborative Exploration Initiative means companies will need to adjust their exploration strategies, potentially seeking alternative funding sources or forming strategic partnerships to share exploration costs. Discovery Alert
• Partnerships between logistics providers and technology companies, as evidenced by the collaboration between Maersk and IBM, underscore the potential for streamlining operations and enhancing data security through joint initiatives. Grady Andersen

Last updated: 14 July 2025