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OSCE study visit on Small Arms and Light Weapons strengthens co-operation between Sweden and Ukraine
From 24 to 26 June 2025, the OSCE’s Conflict Prevention Centre facilitated a study visit to the Swedish National Police Force in Stockholm for Ukrainian specialists working on small arms and light weapons (SALW) control. Participants included...

Deputy Minister Alvin Botes: International Relations and Cooperation Dept Budget Vote 2025/26
Honourable House Chairperson, Honourable Minister Lamola and Deputy Minister Moraka, Chair of the Portfolio Committee on International Relations, Hon. Mahumapelo, Honourable Members, Director-General Zane Dangor and Members of the South African...

EU’s Champions League: Sweden, Czech Republic, and Greece Score Big Against Smoking
BRUSSELS, Belgium, July 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brussels turned into a Champions League arena for harm reduction as the World Vapers’ Alliance (WVA) staged a trophy ceremony in front of the European Parliament, celebrating the real winners in...

The humanitarian consequences of armed conflict: Promoting respect for and good practices in the application of international humanitarian law
Chair, Excellencies, In September 2024, Brazil, China, France, Jordan, Kazakhstan, and South Africa launched, jointly with the ICRC, a global initiative to galvanize political commitment to international humanitarian law (IHL). They called upon...

New Denmark law introduces lottery system to draft women
(MENAFN) Starting now, Danish women will join men in potentially being called up for 11 months of mandatory military service at age 18, following a recent change in the law. Previously, women could only serve voluntarily after turning 18. Under...

NIO’s firefly brand taps HERE Technologies to power smart, connected EV journeys
firefly will use HERE’s high-quality map data in global markets to enhance advanced driver assistance and safety functions, including Intelligent Speed Assistance within the European Union. Through its partnership with Telenav Inc., HERE provides...

Russia Terminates Nuclear Deal with Sweden
(MENAFN) Russian Premier Mikhail Mishustin has instructed the termination of an agreement with Sweden concerning the exchange of data related to nuclear incidents and facilities. This decision follows Sweden’s formal entry into NATO last year. The...

Ireland Emerges as Premier Tech Hiring Hub as EU Talent Landscape Shifts
New data reveals Ireland attracts 18% more tech professionals than it loses, with over 10,000 new tech jobs created in Dublin alone STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN, July 7, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Talentuch, a leading IT recruitment agency specializing in...

Queen Máxima welcomes partners of world leaders in Rotterdam
NETHERLANDS, June 25 - News item | 25-06-2025 | 16:06 In the context of the 2025 NATO Summit, a special programme was held on Wednesday 25 June for the partners of the heads of state and government in attendance. Queen Máxima and Prime Minister...

Military Antenna Market Size Expected to Reach $6.8 Billion by 2033
Military Antenna Market Size was valued at $3.7 billion in 2023, and is estimated to reach $6.8 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 6.7% from 2024 to 2033 WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The impact of the...

Prime Minister Carney meets with the leaders of several Nordic countries
CANADA, June 25 - Yesterday, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the leaders of several Nordic countries – the Prime Minister of Denmark, Mette Frederiksen, the Prime Minister of Iceland, Kristrún Frostadóttir, the Prime Minister of Norway,...

Prime Minister Carney meets with Prime Minister of Sweden Ulf Kristersson
CANADA, June 24 - Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the Prime Minister of Sweden, Ulf Kristersson, on the margins of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Summit in The Hague, the Netherlands. The prime ministers discussed...

International Petroleum Corporation Announces Results of Normal Course Issuer Bid
TORONTO, July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IPC’s NCIB, announced on December 3, 2024, is being implemented in accordance with the Market Abuse Regulation (EU) No 596/2014 (MAR) and Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 2016/1052 (Safe Harbour...

Belarus Frees Political Detainees, Foreigners
(MENAFN) In an unforeseen development, Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko authorized the release of 14 incarcerated individuals, including members of the press and 10 foreign nationals, on Saturday. This significant gesture is believed to have...

EU ministers list Russians they want prohibited from bloc
(MENAFN) Interior ministers from Estonia, Lithuania, Latvia, Norway, Poland, Sweden, and Finland have jointly called for a ban on Russians with current or past military connections from entering the Schengen Zone, citing concerns that they could...

Sweden Confirms Contact with Israel Over Madleen
(MENAFN) On Monday, Sweden confirmed that it is in communication with Tel Aviv after Israeli forces intercepted an aid vessel bound for Gaza in international waters, detaining the activists aboard, including Swedish climate advocate Greta...

Sweden gets in touch with Israel after kidnapping twelve activists
(MENAFN) On Monday, Sweden confirmed it is in contact with Israeli authorities following the interception of the Gaza-bound aid ship Madleen in international waters and the kidnapping of activists aboard, including Swedish climate activist Greta...

Author Ralph Pezzullo Releases 'The Great Chinese Art Heist'
New York Times Bestselling Author Ralph Pezzullo Unveils a Riveting Tale of Art, Empire, and International Intrigue in “The Great Chinese Art Heist” July 15. LOS ANGELES, CA, CA, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Award-winning...

Vestel Mobilite Showcases Advanced EV Charging in Sweden
(MENAFN) Türkiye-based Vestel Mobilite has introduced its newest developments in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, energy retention solutions, and automotive innovations at the EVS 38 Exhibition in Gothenburg, Sweden, according to a...

Mandalay Announces Receipt of Swedish Regulatory Approval for Proposed Merger of Equals
TORONTO, June 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mandalay Resources Corporation ("Mandalay" or the "Company") (TSX: MND, OTCQB: MNDJF) is pleased to announce that regulatory approval in Sweden has been obtained in connection with the Company’s...