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Changes to the 2024 Asylum Law regarding the conditions for applying the rules on safe non-EU countries were endorsed by the Civil Liberties Committee on Wednesday.
Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs

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Der Generalinspekteur des Pentagons hat die Nutzung der App Signal durch Verteidigungsminister Pete Hegseth untersucht. Obwohl Hegseth befugt war, sensible Informationen zu teilen, bestand das Risiko, US-Taktiken offenzulegen und Truppen zu gefährden.

South Africa complete the joint highest chase in the history of one-day internationals in India as they passed a target of 359 to win by four wickets in Naya Raipur.

South Africa complete the joint highest chase in the history of one-day internationals in India as they passed a target of 359 to win by four wickets in Naya Raipur.

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains when players will meet up with their countries at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains when players will meet up with their countries at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Le journaliste sportif français Christophe Gleizes, collaborateur des magazines So Foot et Society, a de nouveau comparu ce mercredi devant la Cour d’appel de Tizi-Ouzou. […]

L’article Christophe Gleizes : sa requête au juge dévoilée après près 10 ans de prison requis est apparu en premier sur .

Une famille de la commune de Milia, dans la wilaya de Jijel, était sur le point de tout perdre. Après le décès du père, une […]

L’article 1 milliard collecté en 48 h : la solidarité des Algériens sauve une veuve et ses orphelins de la rue est apparu en premier sur .

En Conseil des ministres ce mercredi 03 décembre 2025, le gouvernement a marqué son accord pour l'implémentation de la Plateforme de Recherche, d'Investigation et d'Analyse médico-légale (PRIAM).

Le Bénin sera bientôt doté d'un laboratoire national d'analyse ADN autonome, conforme aux standards internationaux. Ce laboratoire sera opérationnel à travers la Plateforme de Recherche, d'Investigation et d'Analyse médico-légale. La décision a été prise ce mercredi 03 décembre 2025 en Conseil des ministres.
Selon le communiqué du gouvernement, l'absence d'un dispositif d'analyse ADN constitue une faiblesse structurelle majeure dans le fonctionnement de la chaîne judiciaire des pays de la sous-région. Cette lacune impacte négativement la célérité des procédures, la résolution des affaires criminelles complexes et la souveraineté de l'État en matière de gestion des données sensibles.
La mise en place de la PRIAM, solution pertinente à cette insuffisance consistera à :
– la mise en place d'un laboratoire modulaire robotisé de 220 m², entièrement équipé, adapté aux conditions climatiques locales ;
– la formation certifiante de l'équipe technique dédiée ainsi qu'en des sessions spécifiques à l'attention de l'ensemble des acteurs de la chaîne judiciaire (Officiers de police judiciaire, magistrats, greffiers, experts techniques) ;
– un accompagnement opérationnel suivi par un laboratoire d'hématologie médico-légale européen pendant deux ans, avec assistance à l'exploitation, transfert de compétences et appui à l'obtention de l'accréditation ISO 17025.
Cet ensemble intégré selon le gouvernement, a l'avantage d'assurer la pleine opérationnalité du laboratoire au bout d'un an et l'accréditation internationale à l'issue de la deuxième année. En Afrique subsaharienne, détaille le Conseil des ministres, « un seul laboratoire de même type dispose actuellement de cette accréditation ».
La mise en œuvre de la PRIAM fera du Bénin le pôle régional de référence en analyse ADN, en raison des retombées évidentes telles que la maîtrise des données génétiques nationales ; l'accélération des procédures criminelles et l'amélioration du taux de résolution des enquêtes.

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Deux (02) sociétés ont été agréées au Code des Investissements, ce mercredi 3 décembre 2025, en Conseil des ministres.

Deux sociétés sont éligibles au régime des investissements spécifiques. Il s'agit de EKA WORLD SAS, pour son projet de construction et d'exploitation d'un éco-parc de loisirs dans la vallée du Sitatunga, arrondissement de Zinvié, commune d'Abomey- Calavi. La deuxième société BENIN GAS TRANSFORMATION AND SOLUTIONS SA, porte un projet d'installation d'une conduite de gazoduc reliant la centrale électrique de Maria-Gléta à la zone industrielle de Glo-Djigbé et la construction d'une station de décompression de gaz naturel comprimé, dans la zone industrielle de Glo-Djigbé.
« La réalisation de ces deux projets va impacter positivement les secteurs touristique et industriel autant qu'elle contribuera à la création d'emplois décents », informe le Conseil des ministres.

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A two-year investigation details disturbing accounts of rape, sexual violence, murders and environmental destruction.

Autocratisation has become a defining global trend, replacing decades of democratisation and forcing demo­cracy promoters to rethink their approaches. Democracy promoters must adapt to several challenges, including autocratisation in target countries, the rise of powerful autocratic competitors in the global arena, and challenges to democracy in some of the very countries promoting it. Moreover, the crisis in development aid fuelled by the withdrawal of funding by the United States (US) and other countries, and their prioritisation of security, pose further structural challenges. This Policy Brief examines the effects of the global trend of autocratisation on international democracy promotion, summarising findings from a collaborative research project (Grimm et al., 2025).

The findings show that democracy promoters respond to these shifts in four ways: 1) choosing to “carry on and observe” by continuing existing programmes and main­taining cooperation rather than risking confronta­tion; 2) reinforcing rhetorical and diplomatic efforts for demo­cracy, to signal continued commitment; 3) selec­tively adapting policies and strategies, with renewed focus on civil society, education and targeted funding, yet rarely making substantive policy changes; 4) disen­gaging by shifting cooperation toward less politicised fields or withdrawing entirely. So far, however, we lack evidence on the effectiveness of these responses to counter autocratisation.

Given the new challenges to democracy promotion arising from the changed international context, demo­cracy promoters should consider taking the following actions:

Ramping up efforts to counter the rise of autocratic powers: Democracy promoters should proactively deepen their pro-democracy cooperation, reaffirm democratic alliances and maintain a clear normative profile. They should invest in long-term partnerships with governments and civil societies committed to democratic reform.

Revitalising the norm of democracy: Democracy pro­moters must make a case for why democracy matters, highlighting that it delivers rights and freedoms, as well as stability, prosperity, and peace – at least as effectively as autocratic regimes. Em­pha­sising its tangible benefits can help restore faith in its long-term value, and counter the appeal of autocratic alternatives.

Coordinating strategies and combining strengths: Joint frameworks for action among democracy pro­moters are needed that allow for the simultaneous use of different instruments, e.g. political dialogue, develop­ment cooperation, human rights advocacy and eco­nomic incentives. Combining direct and indirect demo­cracy promotion increases adaptability.

Adapting democracy promotion to the context: In contexts where democracy is being eroded, prioritise the defence of current democratic institutions, actors and practices rather than pushing for rapid reforms. Strengthen local actors who uphold democratic values, protect them against repression and maintain spaces for civic participation.

Restoring credibility: Democracy-promoting states and organisations should openly discuss challenges to democracy at home in order to rebuild trust, strengthen legitimacy and facilitate collaboration in defence of democracy. Reinforcing own democratic institutions and upholding the rule of law contributes to restoring the credibility of democracy promoters.

The military has taken over but some say the overthrow of the president was not what it seemed.

The military has taken over but some say the overthrow of the president was not what it seemed.

The president says the US will "go the wrong way if we keep taking in garbage into our country".

The United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) is the world’s highest-level decision-making body for matters related to the environment. Credit: UNEP
 
The 7th session of the UNEA will take place from December 8-12 in Nairobi, Kenya.

By Inger Andersen
NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 3 2025 (IPS)

As geopolitical challenges and tensions escalate globally, one thing is clear: fragmented politics will not fix a fractured planet. This is why the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) – the world’s highest decision-making body on the environment – is so critical to address our shared and emerging environmental threats.

The seventh session of the Assembly, taking place at the headquarters of the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) in Nairobi, Kenya, next month, will bring together ministers, intergovernmental organizations, multilateral environmental agreements, the broader UN system, civil society groups, scientists, activists and the private sector to shape global environmental policy.

Inger Andersen
Credit: UNEP/Natasha Sweeney

Recent UNEP data show emissions continue to rise as the impacts of global environment and climate challenges are accelerating and growing ever more extreme. We see it in record heatwaves, disappearing ecosystems, and toxins in our air, water and soil. These are global threats that demand global solutions.

Even in turbulent times, environmental multilateralism continues to deliver. Since countries met at UNEA last year, this multilateralism has delivered important progress.

Governments agreed to establish the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Panel on Chemicals, Waste and Pollution – finally completing the “trifecta” of science bodies alongside the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES). The BBNJ Agreement on the sustainable use of marine biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction came into force, a major win for the governance of our oceans.

Importantly, during such a challenging political climate, the Paris Agreement is showing that it is working. However, it is clear we need to move much faster with greater determination. But change is afoot: The global shift to low-emission and climate resilient development is irreversible. Renewable energy is outcompeting fossil fuels pricewise. Climate smart investments are driving tomorrow’s vibrant economies and societies.

While we must recognize that many were hoping COP30 would include explicit reference to phasing out fossil fuels in the decision text, this was not to be. However, the COP President committed to creating two roadmaps during his one-year tenure, one to halt and reverse deforestation and another to transition away from fossil fuels – a move that was backed by more than 80 countries during the talks.

These are not small steps – nor are they enough to address the threats we face in full. But they do reinforce that multilateralism can still bring science and policy together to address our global challenges.

Of course, progress is not always straight forward. Since UNEA’s historic resolution in 2022 on a legally binding instrument to end plastic pollution, including in the marine environment, negotiations have continued to advance. While we do not yet have a full treaty text agreed, the latest talks in Geneva earlier this year made hard fought progress and countries remain at the table, sustaining momentum toward an agreement that ends plastic pollution once and for all.

This year, under the theme “Advancing sustainable solutions for a resilient planet,” UNEA will build on these wins to set the stage for even greater progress.

The seventh edition of UNEP’s flagship report, the Global Environmental Outlook, will be key to informing how we deliver this future. Released during UNEA, the report will help move us beyond diagnoses of our common challenges to identifying real solutions across five interconnected areas: economics and finance; circularity and waste; environment; energy; and food systems. Drawing on contributions from hundreds of experts worldwide, the Outlook will help countries prioritize the most effective solutions to deliver our global goals.

To deliver at the speed and scale required, the United Nations system must act together – with the full family of Multilateral Environmental Agreements coming together to support countries. UNEP is proud to host 17 conventions and panels that span the environmental spectrum, from toxic chemicals to protection of the ozone layer. Bringing this family of agreements closer together offers opportunities to better align priorities.

This is why UNEA will put a central focus on how these agreements can better work together for accelerated, more targeted support to countries as they implement commitments. Because action on climate is action on biodiversity and land; because action on land is action on climate; because action on chemicals, pollution and waste is action on nature and on climate.

Inaction now carries a clearer cost than ever. At UNEA-7 in Nairobi – the environmental capital of the world – the “Nairobi Spirit” can convert shared challenges into shared action and, ultimately, shared prosperity on a safe, resilient planet that benefits all.

IPS UN Bureau

 

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Inger Andersen is Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Programme

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