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• [New] With the right support, the IEA says, SMR installations could reach 80 GW by 2040, accounting for 10% of overall nuclear capacity globally. World Nuclear News
• [New] With the right support, SMR installations could reach 80 GW by 2040, accounting for 10% of overall nuclear capacity globally. IEA
• [New] The U.S. under President-elect Donald Trump will have to continue to look for ways, working with regional partners, to incentivize Syria's new leaders to create inclusive governance that protects individual and minority rights. FDD
• [New] In today's world, people are facing a multitude of challenges in climate change, growing inequality, technological disruption, global conflict, and health crises. CHI 2025
• [New] The United Nations has stated that access to the internet is a basic human right, and one of the sustainable development goals in its 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development is that universal and affordable access to the internet be available everywhere. IEEE Standards Association
• [New] Immigrant Rights are Human Rights Racism and xenophobia were hallmarks of the most recent presidential campaign, and the plans outlined in Project 2025 predict a crusade of terror and expulsion that will separate families, return people to danger, and erode human rights. American Friends Service Committee
• [New] The reversal of EU sanctions will depend on tangible progress in human rights and the rule of law in Venezuela, along with meaningful steps towards genuine dialog and a democratic transition. EEAS
• [New] The EU could apply a snapback mechanism for sanctions that have already been removed if the interim Syrian government does not uphold EU expectations on human rights and minorities. Critical Threats
• [New] The world is entering a new era of crisis for children; climate change, inequality and conflict are disrupting their lives and limiting their futures, an authoritative study from the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) has warned. The United Nations Office at Geneva
• [New] Regulating self-custody wallets under the EFTA could exceed the CFPB's statutory authority and potentially infringe on constitutional rights. CryptoTicker
• [New] Trump is less likely to put pressure on India on human rights and communal issues though the ongoing judicial process involving alleged assassination attempts against American and Canadian Khalistani elements will not go away. Indiaspora
• [New] Consumption in India is under stress right now, but could improve in the next two quarters. FinancialExpress
• [New] The fate of some conservative priorities, such as changing how Nebraska allocates its votes for president or adding a women's bill of rights to state law, could depend on whether Republicans succeed this week in making Democrats a minority on every legislative committee but one. Nebraska Examiner
• [New] Legislators from both parties expect lawmakers from the GOP majority to continue to pursue abortion restrictions, despite a November statewide vote making abortion a right under the Montana Constitution. KFF Health News
• [New] As the world faces pressing challenges such as climate change and social inequality, the future of globalization in education will likely emphasize sustainability. Teach Educator
• [New] The German government has already criticized the multi-billionaire for backing the far-right party Alternative for Germany, whose leader Musk will be hosting in an X livestream. GreekReporter.com
• Global challenges, including climate change, social inequality, and technological disruption are above all redefining investor priorities. Maanch
• Achieving gender justice and social inclusion in Bangladesh requires a multi-pronged approach that addresses systemic inequalities, promotes cultural transformation, and ensures equitable distribution of resources and opportunities. The Financial Express
• Since Moldova exercises full control over Transnistrian exports, the local elite should be reminded they could risk losing their export benefits if they refuse to cooperate with the right bank to solve the Russian-induced energy crisis. Aura's Substack
• Moldovan authorities on the right bank could reach out to the less hawkish individuals in the Transnistrian political elite and remind them that the breakaway province depends for 80% of its export revenue on the EU, Moldova and Ukraine. Aura's Substack
• An election in February will lead to a new government led by the right-wing of the CDU. / Germany Marc to Market
• The world is facing innumerable health challenges, including accelerating disease burdens, increased pandemic risk, and growing health inequities amid slowed progress towards universal health coverage. The BMJ

Last updated: 19 January 2025