APO International

 The humanitarian crisis in Sudan continues to spiral, with millions of people in desperate need of assistance. The conflict has displaced over 11 million people, both internally and across borders, while pushing millions more into extreme vulnerability, particularly children. Access to basic services – such as safe water, health care, and shelter – is severely limited. As we witness the collapse of vital infrastructure, the international response must intensify immediately […]

 Medical education today increasingly focuses on global perspectives and diverse learning experiences, essential for preparing future doctors to meet the demands of an interconnected world. Recognizing this need, many universities partner with international institutions to bring education and clinical training closer to students. St. George’s University (SGU) (www.SGU.Edu), a School of Medicine in Grenada, in the West Indies has been a pioneer in this area through its long-standing partnership with […]

 Kenya is working with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to support refugees to participate in sports, President William Ruto has said. The President pointed out that these efforts are harnessing the athletic talent and potential of refugees at Kakuma, Turkana County, and positioning the camp as a hub for Olympic talent. He was speaking when he met IOC President Thomas Bach […]

 In a significant step to reinforce bilateral ties, Seychelles President Wavel Ramkalawan welcomed Vice-Chairman of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) National Committee and Head of the China-Africa Friendship Group, H.E. Mr. Mu Hong, at State House this morning. President Ramkalawan extended a warm welcome to Mr. Hong and his delegation, underscoring that the visit would bolster the enduring friendship between Seychelles and China. H.E. Mr. Hong conveyed greetings […]

 The Young People’s Front for Democracy and Justice (YPFDJ) organization in Italy held its 6th congress on 20 October in Milan. During the congress, the executive committee presented a report, which was followed by extensive discussions among the participants. A new executive committee was elected for a two-year term. Mr. Teklesenbet Imam, Eritrea’s Consul General, and Mr. Okbay Fremedhin, chairman of the national committee, provided briefings to the attendees reminding […]

 His Excellency Dr. Julius Maada Bio, President of Sierra Leone, has joined fellow Heads of Government from 55 independent nations across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Pacific, and the Americas at the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) held at the Tuanaimato Conference Centre in Samoa. The event was inaugurated by Samoa’s Prime Minister, Hon. Afioga Fiamē Naomi Mataʻafa, who extended a warm welcome to the Heads […]

 The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) region is facing increasingly complex human security challenges, such as violent extremism, conflict, terrorism, transnational organised crime, climate change, epidemics, poverty, inequality and unconstitutional changes of government.  These were the words of the Vice-President of the ECOWAS Commission, Ms Damtien Larbli TCHINTCHIBIDJA, in her , at the opening of the inaugural workshop of the Joint Analysis and Response Planning Working Group (JARP-WG) […]

 Experts from ECOWAS member states, digital infrastructure operators across the region, development partners are meeting from October 24 to 25, 2024 in Lagos (Nigeria) to analyze the interim report on the project to set up an ECOWAS Regional Internet Exchange Point (RIXP). More specifically, through this project, ECOWAS aims to promote efficient Internet traffic exchange through the creation or promotion of regional IXPs infrastructure to facilitate the exchange of Internet […]

 It is with profound sadness that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism announces the passing of Mr. Francis Herbet, the Seychelles Honorary Consul in Rouen, France. Since his appointment in April 2012, Mr. Herbet demonstrated exceptional dedication and steadfast commitment to serving Seychelles. He has been pivotal in the twinning initiative between La Digue and Petit Caux, as well as the collaboration between l’école de Fidelaire and Baie Ste […]