Publication notice GDP flash for the third quarter of 2024: Swiss economic growth below average Bern, 15.11.2024 – In the 3rd quarter of 2024, the Swiss economy grew by 0.3% compared with the previous quarter in real terms. Thus, economic development in Switzerland was below average in an international comparison. Over the past 4 quarters, … Read more
European coastal countries join forces to tackle Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’ Date: 2024-11-15 14:00 Source: Government.nl Introduction European coastal countries are stepping up their efforts to address the issue of Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’ of vessels, which are used to evade sanctions and carry out illicit activities. What is the shadow fleet? The shadow fleet refers to … Read more
Andorran Government Approves New Regulation for Dispute Resolution Mechanisms in the Context of Double Taxation Andorra la Vella, November 15, 2024 – The Government of Andorra has approved a new Regulation for dispute resolution mechanisms in the context of double taxation, which will be in force as of today. The new Regulation is designed to … Read more
Espot Calls for Cooperation and Dialogue to Overcome Current Challenges and Build a Prosperous Future for the Ibero-American Region Andorra la Vella, November 15, 2024 – Head of Government of Andorra, Xavier Espot Zamora, has called for increased cooperation and dialogue among Ibero-American countries to address the pressing challenges facing the region. Speaking at the … Read more
Pay Attention to the Gender Pay Gap November 15, 2024 The gender pay gap is a persistent problem in the workplace, with women earning less than men for the same work. In the United States, women earn 82 cents for every dollar earned by men, and the gap is even wider for women of color. … Read more
Personal Support Worker Amendment – Newfoundland and Labrador Agreement November 15, 2024 The Personal Support Worker (PSW) Amendment has been agreed upon by the Newfoundland and Labrador government and the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE). This amendment will provide PSWs with a much-needed pay increase and improved working conditions. The PSW Amendment will see … Read more
Drugs for Rare Diseases – Newfoundland and Labrador Agreement St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador – November 15, 2024 The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has announced a new agreement with the federal government that will provide access to new and innovative drugs for people with rare diseases. The agreement will provide $30 million over five … Read more
Government of Canada signs bilateral agreements with Newfoundland and Labrador, providing $25 million to Home Support Workers November 15, 2024 Today, the Government of Canada announced the signing of two bilateral agreements with the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador. These agreements will provide $25 million in funding over the next three years to support home … Read more
Minister Petitpas Taylor to make housing announcement in Moncton November 15, 2024 The Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion and Member of Parliament for Moncton—Riverview—Dieppe, on behalf of the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, will make a housing announcement in Moncton. The announcement will be … Read more
Government of Canada aids Windsor religious organizations in safeguarding against hate-motivated crimes November 15, 2024, 13:57 PST Windsor, Ontario – The Government of Canada today announced funding to support religious organizations in Windsor in protecting themselves against hate-motivated crimes. The funding, which totals $250,000, will be provided through the Security Infrastructure Program (SIP). The SIP … Read more