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Fleet briefs: Latest from Licence Check, AFP, Ayvens, Samsara, Lightfoot, Econ Engineering, FCLG, Targa Telematics, FMG, The Handbook Group, FMG Repair Services, Fleet Financial and the AA

Fleet briefs: Latest from Licence Check, AFP, Ayvens, Samsara, Lightfoot, Econ Engineering, FCLG, Targa Telematics, FMG, The Handbook Group, FMG Repair Services, Fleet Financial and the AA

Licence Check adds new supplier management feature to Davis Fleet Licence Check has added a new supplier management feature to its fleet management system, Davis Fleet, to give greater transparency to service, maintenance and repair (SMR) spend....

Rainforests of the Atsinanana in Madagascar removed from the…

Rainforests of the Atsinanana in Madagascar removed from the…

The property had been on the Danger List since 2010, primarily due to illegal logging of precious woods, ongoing deforestation and increasing illegal hunting of endangered lemurs. The Committee welcomed the progress made by the State Party of...

What Are the New Trade Regulations Impacting Gemstone Imports and Exports?

What Are the New Trade Regulations Impacting Gemstone Imports and Exports?

A crate of sparkling gems lands at customs, only to be flagged, stalled, and slapped with new compliance demands. Global trade just rewrote the rulebook. New gemstone regulations are shaking up everything: synthetic stones, traceability, ethical...

Three stories that reflect prosperous China-Africa economic, trade cooperation

During the 4th China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo (CAETE) in Changsha, central China's Hunan Province, three compelling stories highlighted the growing strength of China-Africa economic ties. An exhibitor (R) introduces African products to...

Manusina player asks for financial help for Rugby World Cup

Manusina player asks for financial help for Rugby World Cup

Manusima Samoa players celebrate following the WXV 3 2024 match between Samoa v Madagascar at The Sevens 2 Stadium on October 11, 2024 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, as they qualify for the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup. Photo: Christopher Pike -...

UN trade official warns U.S. tariff policy extends global uncertainty

UN trade official warns U.S. tariff policy extends global uncertainty

GENEVA, July 8 (Xinhua) -- A leading United Nations economist has warned that the U.S. decision to extend its "reciprocal tariffs" pause from July 9 to Aug. 1 actually prolonged the period of uncertainty, undermining long-term investment and...

Madagascar codifies civil registry reform, readies biometric ID card tender

Madagascar codifies civil registry reform, readies biometric ID card tender

A bill on the identification of natural persons in Madagascar has received the greenlight of the senate in a major boost for the country’s digital transformation agenda. The Senate adopted the text on July 4, days after it had received the vetting...

US tariffs prompt companies to invest in low-risk strategies

US tariffs prompt companies to invest in low-risk strategies

The US is initiating a new phase in its trade policy by implementing a reciprocal tariff structure. President Donald Trump has announced that starting from 4 July 2025, formal letters will be dispatched to foreign governments, delineating the...

Starlink secures final approval to begin India operations; monthly plans may range Rs 3,000–Rs 4,200: Report

Starlink secures final approval to begin India operations; monthly plans may range Rs 3,000–Rs 4,200: Report

Elon Musk’s Starlink is set to launch commercial operations in India after receiving final regulatory clearance from the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), Reuters reported. With this development, Starlink becomes...

Diagnostic mission on rules of origin assists Madagascar in setting up dedicated origin unit

Under the framework of the EU-WCO RoO Africa Programme, funded by the European Union, the World Customs Organization (WCO) conducted a diagnostic mission for Madagascar Customs. The workshop was held in Antananarivo, Madagascar, from 16 to 20 June...

India News | Three Sites in African Continent Removed from UNESCO World Heritage 'in Danger' List

India News | Three Sites in African Continent Removed from UNESCO World Heritage 'in Danger' List

New Delhi, Jul 10 (PTI) The World Heritage Committee has removed three African heritage sites -- in Madagascar, Egypt and Libya -- from UNESCO's list of endangered sites, acknowledging successful efforts to mitigate threats and restore their...

Kids Korner: July 10 to 17, 2025

Kids Korner: July 10 to 17, 2025

PROGRAMS Shark Week Celebration: Fossil Frenzy Sink your teeth into Shark Week fun as the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor celebrates the 50th anniversary of Jaws on July 11, July 18 and July 25 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Get up close...

Three African heritage sites removed from UNESCO danger list

Three African heritage sites removed from UNESCO danger list

In recent years, UNESCO has made "considerable and targeted efforts" to support its African Member States. Since 2021, three sites in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda and Senegal have also been removed from the List of World Heritage in...

This Tennessee Museum Is a Summertime Hidden Gem Not to Be Missed

This Tennessee Museum Is a Summertime Hidden Gem Not to Be Missed

It does my heart good when road trip ideas fall into my lap. That happened earlier today when I discovered a Tennessee destination that had escaped my notice. Typically, Tennessee destinations don't do that, but the Volunteer State has so much to...

Shipwreck that once held 'eyewatering treasure' and sunk after infamous pirate raid discovered off Madagascar coast

Shipwreck that once held 'eyewatering treasure' and sunk after infamous pirate raid discovered off Madagascar coast

Researchers say they have discovered an 18th century shipwreck near Madagascar which is believed to be a Portuguese ship captured by pirates in 1721. The site of the wreckage off the coast of Sainte-Marie Island was investigated by archaeologists...

Elon Musk's Starlink goes live in Chad, its 24th market in Africa

Elon Musk's Starlink goes live in Chad, its 24th market in Africa

Starlink, the satellite internet service developed by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, has officially commenced operations in Chad, following the finalisation of its licensing process and confirmation via the company’s official availability map. The...

’It’s complicated’: Trump set goals for 90 trade deals in 90 days, settles with 100 letters for simple tariffs

’It’s complicated’: Trump set goals for 90 trade deals in 90 days, settles with 100 letters for simple tariffs

President Donald Trump announced that the United States will begin issuing formal notifications to countries outlining the tariff rates they will face on exports to the US, a move away from pursuing numerous individual trade agreements. Speaking...

Trump moves from trade deals to tariff letters starting Friday

Trump moves from trade deals to tariff letters starting Friday

President Donald Trump said the United States will begin sending letters on Friday to countries around the world outlining the tariff rates they will face on exports to the U.S., signalling a move away from individual trade deals toward a broader...

Madagascar signs deal to develop 50 MW of solar with 25 MWh of storage

Madagascar signs deal to develop 50 MW of solar with 25 MWh of storage

Global South Utilities (GSU) has secured agreements with Madagascar to develop a 50 MW solar plant and a 25 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) in the island nation. July 1, 2025 Brian Publicover Image: Jacques Dillies, Unsplash Renewables...

Manus on marketsBond bears poke the market as Congress passes Trump's tax bill

Manus on marketsBond bears poke the market as Congress passes Trump's tax bill

Here is your digest from Manus Cranny in Abu Dhabi. US President Donald Trump secured a significant win on Thursday after Republicans voted to approve his tax and spending bill, cementing his second-term agenda and boosting funds for his...

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