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The G20 is an international forum for the governments and central bank governors of 20 major economies. The forum was established in 1999 to discuss major issues related to the global economy. The G20 members are Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, … Read more
A Carbon Copy of the 1935 Act? Examining the Modernity of the National Labor Relations Act The National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), passed in 1935, stands as a cornerstone of American labor law, guaranteeing workers the right to organize, bargain collectively, and engage in protected concerted activity. However, the landscape of work has dramatically shifted … Read more
Rio+20: A Legacy of Promise and Progress, but Challenges Remain Twenty years after the landmark Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro, the world convened again in 2012 for Rio+20, the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development. This gathering aimed to assess progress made on sustainable development goals and chart a new course for the future. … Read more
The Pocket Veto: A Powerful Tool of Presidential Power The pocket veto, a unique and often controversial aspect of the legislative process in the United States, grants the President the power to effectively nullify a bill passed by Congress without explicitly vetoing it. This article delves into the history, mechanics, and implications of the pocket … Read more
An increase in the Average temperature of Earth’s near surface air and Oceans since the mid-20thcentury 4thassessment report of IPCC: global temperature increased 74+18 degree C during the 20thcentury. Caused by greenhouse gases Water vapour, Co2, Methane, Nitrous Oxide, Ozone, CFCs (in order of abundance) Since the Industrial revolution, the burning of fossil fuels has increased … Read more
The GDI measures gender gaps in Human Development achievements by accounting for disparities between Women and men in three basic dimensions of human development—Health, knowledge and living standards using the same component indicators as in the HDI. The GDI is the ratio of the HDIs calculated separately for females and males using the same methodology … Read more
The Global Climate Puzzle: Unpacking Intended Nationally Determined Contributions (INDCs) The fight against climate change is a global endeavor, requiring coordinated action from every nation. The Paris Agreement, adopted in 2015, established a framework for international cooperation, with each country submitting Intended Nationally Determined Contributions (INDCs) outlining their climate action plans. These INDCs represent the … Read more
Bali Climate Change Conference: A Turning Point in Global Climate Action The 2007 United Nations Climate Change Conference, commonly known as the Bali Climate Change Conference, marked a pivotal moment in the global fight against climate change. Held in Nusa Dua, Bali, Indonesia, from December 3rd to 15th, 2007, the conference brought together representatives from … Read more
Money Laundering And Black Money Money Laundering Money laundering is the process of making large amounts of money generated by a criminal activity, such as drug trafficking or terrorist funding, appear to have come from a legitimate source. The money from the criminal activity is considered dirty, and the process “launders” it to make it … Read more