International Development Related Content
Open Access Government January 2024
We wish you a wonderful New Year with our exciting January 2024 digital edition, full of insights from political representatives, thought leaders, industry associations and specialists.
US rejoins UNESCO after years of abscense, signaling a momentous return
The US rejoins UNESCO - the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization in July, marking a significant reversal from previous administrations.
UK-US partnership ensures a sustainable approach to decarbonising flight
The UK and US are working together to reduce aviation emissions, decarbonising flight and accelerating the development of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
Internet access as a human right could improve equality
Human rights attainment could be improved by increasing internet access to those unable to afford it, improving education, employment, health and more.
2023 will see more Horizon association agreements
Canada is likely to become the next country joining the EU’s flagship €95.5 billion research programme, with potential negations opening for Japan and South Korea’s Horizon association.
Magnet manufacturing to help reduce Europe’s rare earth element reliance
A new approach to high-performance magnet manufacturing may help Europe on its transition towards net-zero carbon so that it is less dependent on rare earth elements.
It is time to boost innovation in Africa and Europe
A new sustainable business and digital hub for innovation stakeholders from across Africa and Europe known as the EiA Centre has begun operation in Cape Town.
EU and New Zealand conclude Horizon Europe association talks
December 2022 saw negotiations finally and successfully concluded between the EU and New Zealand concerning Horizon Europe association.
International Baccalaureate programme moves to digital exams
Digital exams are now overtaking traditional paper exams in the International Baccalaureate, with the potential to move to virtual reality assessments also.
Esports at the Commonwealth Games: A step in the right direction?
Last weekend’s Commonwealth Esports Championships marked yet another milestone for the world of competitive video gaming.
UK-India collaboration to boost 5G networks and future telecoms
Foreign Secretary Liz Truss announces two new UK-India collaborations to boost 5G networks and future telecoms networks.
The social impact of development aid in developing countries
Sato Kan Hiroshi from the Institute of Developing Economies in Japan, charts research activities concerning the social impact of development aid in developing countries.
Open Access Government October 2020
The October 2020 edition of Open Access Government speaks about global government policy issues, such as health & social care, research & innovation, digital transformation, economic development, international development, environment, energy and equality.
Progressive State Leadership: A Vision for the New FCDO
Here, Richard Beardsworth continues his series on the nature of progressive state leadership, asking how the present merger of British diplomacy and development could promote progressive global leadership in a post-Brexit UK.
Unregulated use of AI is threat to sustainable development
New research suggests that the use of Artificial Intelligence could pose a threat to sustainable development when unregulated.
Open Access Government July 2020
The July 2020 edition of Open Access Government encompasses high quality and stimulating content on government policy issues globally, including health & social care, research & innovation, digital transformation, finance, economic development, government, international development, environment, energy and zero-emission vehicles.
Progressive state leadership today: Part 2
Richard Beardsworth, Professor and Head of School, School of Politics and International Studies, University of Leeds, provides the second article of a series on progressive state leadership.
EU and Central Asia: Opportunities for a stronger partnership
The European Union(EU) is outlining its vision for a renewed partnership with Central Asia, updating its strategy on relations with the region first set out in 2007.
What is progressive state leadership today?
Professor Richard Beardsworth, Aberystwyth University, examines what progressive state leadership is in the world of politics and how it can be implemented.
Extra £12 million in UK aid for Cyclone Idai
UK Aid is sending £12 million to the survivors of Cyclone Idai in Mozambique, Malawai and Zimbabwe, in addition to the £6 million announced on Monday.