APO InternationalInternational Sports Press Association (AIPS) to recognise long-serving Olympic journalists during special ceremony in Milan AIPS (www.AIPSMedia.com) is set to honour journalists who have covered ten or more Olympic Games (winter + summer) at a special ceremony during the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. This unique event, which celebrates longevity in Olympic journalism and dedication to the promotion of Olympic sports, will take place on 5 February. Colleagues who have covered 10 or more Olympic Games (winter + summer) as accredited media representatives and […] today12 January, 2026
APO InternationalMinister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation Receives a High-Level Delegation from the Japanese Parliament in the First Official Visit in Seven Years H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation, received a high-level delegation from the Japanese Parliament during its first visit to Egypt in seven years, to discuss avenue to strengthen future cooperation between the two countries. The parliamentary delegation included Mr. Oi Satoshi, Member of the House of Councillors of the Japanese Parliament representing the Liberal Democratic Party, Dr. Yokoyama Shinichi, Member of the House […] today12 January, 2026
APO InternationalGenerali and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) partner to promote the sustainable development of coffee production in Africa Generali and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) have today signed a joint declaration under the ACT Programme (Advancing Climate-Resilience and Transformation in African Coffee) to promote sustainable coffee production in Africa. The collaboration aims to strengthen international partnerships and technical cooperation to improve socio-economic conditions, enhance climate resilience, and support local value addition in key coffee-producing communities. Within this initiative, funded by the Italian Ministry of Foreign […] today12 January, 2026
APO InternationalDr. Rasha Kelej discussed with Mozambique First Lady their joint programs to build healthcare and media capacity and Support Girl Education Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com) CEO, Dr. Rasha Kelej met H.E. Dr. GUETA SELEMANE CHAPO, First Lady of Mozambique and Ambassador of Merck Foundation “More Than a Mother” during the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - MFFLI Summit 2025. The Summit which was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp, Chairman of Merck Foundation Board of Trustees, and Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej (Ret.) CEO of Merck Foundation&President of Merck […] today12 January, 2026
APO InternationalUnited Nations (UN) Welcomes Japan’s US$10.5 Million Contribution to Humanitarian and Development Efforts in Ethiopia The United Nations welcomes a generous contribution of US$10.5 million (approximately ETB 1.62 billion) from the Government of Japan to support critical humanitarian response, recovery and sustainable development in Ethiopia. The contribution will be mainly channelled through UN agencies to address urgent needs arising from climate shocks and displacement, while also strengthening resilience, livelihoods and essential services for vulnerable communities. The assistance reflects Japan’s continued commitment to peace, human […] today12 January, 2026
APO InternationalQatar: Minister of State at Ministry of Foreign Affairs Meets Somali Officials HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi met on Monday with HE Somali President's Envoy, Farah Sheikh Abdulkadir Mohamed and HE State Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Ali Mohamed Omar. During the meeting, they discussed cooperation relations between the two countries and ways to support and enhance them, in addition to the latest developments in […] today12 January, 2026
APO InternationalScottish Africa Business Association Launch Annual Report The Scottish Africa Business Association (SABA) (www.AfricaScot.com) has released its Annual Report for 2025, highlighting a year of expansion, increased member activity and strategic engagement across Scotland, London and Africa. The report showcases tangible impact across market access, advisory support, inward and outward trade missions and high-level convening. Throughout the past year SABA delivered an ambitious programme of activity including trade missions, inward delegations, hydrogen roundtables, executive briefings and its flagship […] today12 January, 2026
APO InternationalMahama Administration Pays US$1.470 Billion to Clear Energy Sector Debt and Restore World Bank Guarantee within First Year The Government of Ghana, under the leadership of President John Dramani Mahama, has decisively resolved the crippling energy sector debt that posed one of the gravest risks to Ghana’s financial stability. When President Mahama assumed office in January 2025, the energy sector had been pushed to the brink by years of persistent non-payment for gas supplied to the power sector from the Offshore Cape Three Points (OCTP) field. As […] today12 January, 2026
APO InternationalChina and Liberia Sign Agreement on Development Cooperation On January 9, the Government of the People’s Republic of China and the Government of the Republic of Liberia signed the Agreement on Development Cooperation in Monrovia. H.E. Ambassador Yin Chengwu signed on behalf of China, while H.E. Sara Beysolow Nyanti, Minister of Foreign Affairs, represented Liberia. The signing ceremony was also attended by Anthony Myers, Acting Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Deputy Ministers&Assistant Ministers from the Ministry of Foreign […] today12 January, 2026