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The newly published 2020 Aid Transparency Index (ATI) highlights remarkable improvements made by the European Commission, demonstrating its continued commitment to transparency.
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As part of the EU's response to the COVID-19 crisis in Africa, the Commission has decided to grant €54 million to the Central African Republic to help the government shore up public expenditure negatively affected by the fight against the virus.
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The EU has today announced a €60 million package to help tackle the health and socio-economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, in support of the IGADin its mandate to coordinate national responses to the COVID-19 pandemic in the Horn of Africa.
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The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a sharp decline in remittances, the money that migrant workers send home to their families. The World Bank forecasts a reduction of almost 20% to €401 billion globally, the sharpest yearly decline in recent history.
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The global COVID-19 crisis is increasing the risk of child labour by exacerbating its root causes, poverty and various forms of inequality.
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The EU and the OACPS resumed today talks at the highest political level, a first since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, with the objective to advance talks towards the finishing line on the new ‘Post Cotonou' agreement.
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This newsletter covers all important news and analysis on the topics of employment and social inclusion, with this edition packed full of interviews, articles, stories and much more!
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Today, the European Commission is announcing a pledge of €300 million to Gavi for the period 2021-2025. It will help immunise 300 million children around the world and finance vaccine stockpiles to shield against outbreaks of infectious diseases.
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The European Union supports Mongolia’s efforts in boosting employment and improving transparency in public finances with a grant of €50.8 million.
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From a pool of over 1,000 entries, an international jury has chosen the nine winning digital solutions produced by the #SmartDevelopmentHack.