[ad_1] CreatiFI—Cultural and Creative Industries Financing Initiative is the EU’s first initiative specifically targeting investment in cultural and creative industries through financial instruments. This information point, based on input from the European Commission, World Bank, Proparco, drawing on lessons learned from the ACP-EU Culture Program and the perspectives of cultural entrepreneurs, will be an opportunity to discuss the opportunities and challenges of investment in culture and creativity.speakerAnnika FlorenINTPA G3 Group Deputy Leader笠笠绫OACPS Department of Political Affairs and Human Development Culture, Immigration, Urbanism and Demography SpecialistJean PesmeGlobal Director, Finance, Competitiveness and Innovation Global Practice; Finance, World BankLudivine HoussinPROPARCO Technical Assistance and…
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[ad_1] Faisalabad, February 19 (APP): Engineer Ahmad Hassan, former Vice Chairman and Convener of FCCI (Faisalabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry) R&D Standing Committee has proposed setting up a separate dedicated Department to develop highly skilled human resources that can be exported to other countries. The country will almost double existing overseas remittances.In his speech at the Standing Committee meeting, he said that our current exports are only US$20 billion, while remittances are US$30 billion, but there is still a gap of US$20 to US$25 billion.”We have to focus on exporting highly skilled manpower to overcome this trade deficit. The…
[ad_1] On a crisp February morning in Dhaka, the future of architecture flickers with hope in the bodies of three young dreamers: Fahim Ashfaq Farooqui and Mahia Mustari Nausheen of Chittagong University of Technology (CUET) and Israt of Bangladesh University of Technology (BUET) Jahan), was honored at the IAB Center. These emerging talents were awarded the “Best Undergraduate Thesis” award at the ceremony, which not only celebrated their academic achievements but also marked a pivotal moment for Bangladesh’s architecture community. Shaping the future of architecture Central to the celebration is an initiative by KSRM and the Institute of Architects Bangladesh…
[ad_1] This ground-breaking move marks a burgeoning relationship between Guyana and Qatar, as the South American country prepares to enhance its hospitality and tourism landscape. The announcement of the Georgetown Waterfront Resort and Convention Center, a landmark project funded by Qatar-based Asset Group, marks a key shift in Guyana’s ambition to become a premier destination for large-scale international conferences and luxury tourism. This initiative, coupled with the construction of a second stadium in Region Three, highlights a dynamic partnership that is expected to inject new energy into Guyana’s economic and cultural exchanges. A visionary project is beginning to take shape…
[ad_1] South Korean hydrogen producer Approtium is one step closer to the commissioning of Ulsan hydrogen plant today (19th February) announced the signing of a technology agreement with Topsoe.Under the terms of the agreement, European emissions reduction technology specialist Topsoe will provide Approtium with its ammonia cracking technology H2RETAKE™ to support the production of 75,000 metric tons of hydrogen per year.H2RETAKE is designed to efficiently convert ammonia into high-purity hydrogen with an energy efficiency of up to 96%. This technology uses waste gas as fuel for endothermic reactions. It can handle any commercial grade ammonia feed source.With the signing of…
[ad_1] The best undergraduate thesis was awarded to three talented young future architects.The awards were presented to the winners on February 13 at the Institute of Architects Bangladesh (IAB) Center in the capital Agargaon.Three contestants were nominated based on their vision and merit in modern architecture.KSRM is awarding this award for the fifth time.On this occasion, KSRM and IAB signed a 10-year MoU in 2019.Under the agreement, final-year undergraduate students from 13 renowned architectural education institutions in the country competed for the award.The top three contestants from each educational institution participated in the finals.This time, a jury of five architects…
[ad_1] As many as 244 people have been arrested or detained by the police across Uttar Pradesh in the past three days on suspicion of using or planning to use unfair means in the police recruitment examination. According to a statement released by the state police headquarters, these arrests or detentions were made between February 15 and February 18 at 6 p.m.The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment Examination will be held on February 17 and 18. According to the police headquarters, the arrests and detentions were carried out by the regional police and Special Task Force (STF) units with the help…
[ad_1] Image credit: Mario Cucinella Architects The growth of the global population and the growing awareness of the negative environmental impacts of the construction industry are encouraging architects to research sustainable, affordable housing options. According to design magazine Dezeen, an innovative solution from an architecture studio in Bologna, Italy, used 3D printing technology to create a prototype house using locally sourced clay. Clay has been used in construction for hundreds of thousands of years, but it has been replaced by energy-intensive steel, bricks and concrete. However, due to the need to abandon these materials that generate global warming pollution in…
[ad_1] New York-based architecture firm Olson Kundig and San Francisco-based startup Aro Homes have teamed up to build a prefabricated single-family home that they claim will produce net-zero emissions from overheating the planet. A prototype home in Mountain View, California, just sold for $4.2 million.The pricey home’s eco-friendly features include optimal solar orientation, rooftop photovoltaics and gray water recycling, which reduces residential water consumption by up to 45% compared to a standard home. Olson Kundig told The Architect’s Newspaper that these features will offset the home’s carbon emissions over 16 years.The 3,000-square-foot, four-bedroom home was partially constructed off-site, allowing the…
[ad_1] Dubai offers many business and investment opportunities in various sectors. As a major economic hub for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the wider Middle East, it welcomes those interested in learning more about such prospects. Business summits and trade shows are important platforms to showcase Dubai as a leading destination for meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE). If you plan to explore new opportunities for your business, check out these events taking place in Dubai next month. Date: February 28 to March 3 Location: Dubai Port The iconic Dubai Port will once again witness the region’s largest marine…