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A milestone beyond Puerto Rico: #FOMBPR Deputy Executive Director Arnaldo Cruz explains how the #CivilServiceReform and a new hiring platform, developed with the Government and the Oficina de Administración y Transformación de los Recursos Humanos (OATRH), integrates AI and skills-based hiring to transform the recruitment of government employees.   The new and innovative pilot seeks to reform talent acquisition and talent management processes to ensure the government has an agile and flexible recruitment system to attract and retain the best talent. The platform uses AI to evaluate applicants’ and employe’s full capabilities rather than focus only on credentials and hierarchy to broaden the talent pool and lower barriers to entry for government jobs.

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Political and economic situation of #Ecuador under President Daniel Noboa - Part 1 Noboa faces multiple challenges, including a dire security situation and a high fiscal deficit. https://lnkd.in/ejfQ3kT7

New analysis | #Colombia: indigenous and Afrodescendant communities are the most affected by the confinements and mobility restrictions of non-state armed groups (NSAGs). Since 2016, there has been a marked intensification of hostilities among NSAGs, leading to a significant increase in the number of both confinement incidents and the individuals they affect. This report focuses on the humanitarian impacts of confinements and mobility restrictions, considering the gender and ethnic backgrounds of the affected people. Download analysis: https://lnkd.in/e763e8_M

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A pleasure today to receive the new President of #Ecuador, Daniel Noboa to #IFAD’s HQ in Rome. Ecuador is an important partner in IFAD’s efforts to drive #rural development, including generous contributions to our last two replenishment cycles. We are currently delivering joint projects that aim to diversify the #rural economy by promoting #cooperatives and #investments that generate #employment and income for poor families. Today we discussed our joint priorities for the upcoming cycle: growing rural #jobs and #prosperity by focusing on #private #sector engagement, mechanisation, specific transformation of specific #valuechains, investments related to #Amazonia and resilience to #climate change.

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Excellent meeting with Maria Luisa Hayem Minister of Economy of El Salvador 🇸🇻 We discussed about the contribution of El Salvador to the Latin American Economic Outlook (jointly produced with CAF -banco de desarrollo de América Latina y el Caribe- ECLAC and European Commission) and the relevance for the country of the themes of investment (2023) and financing for development (2024). We recalled the signgificant impact of the Multidimenaional Review of El Salvador (see 🔗 in the comment) that I was honoured to launch with Juan Ramon De Laiglesia in April 2023 with Secretary Miguel Kattan and 🇪🇺 Ambassador François Roudié The government has advanced in the implementation of several measures that the Review had identified, for example in the area of trade facilitation and education and digital skills. We explored ways the OECD Development Centre can further advise on the execution of policies and programmes in areas related to SMEs development, innovation and production transformation, the deepening of MNE-suppliers linkages and attraction of FDI. We look forward to continuing our collaboration, helping with the identification of best practices and supporting the implementation of better policies for better lives. Ragnheidur Elin Arnadottir Sebastian Nieto Parra Juan Vazquez Zamora Annalisa Primi Manuel Toselli European Commission Felice Zaccheo Diana Montero Melis Jan Rielaender Amélie de Montchalin (Bommier) AGENCIA ESPAÑOLA DE COOPERACION INTERNACIONAL PARA EL DESARROLLO - AECID Antón Leis García IILA-Organizzazione Internazionale Italo-latino americana CAF -banco de desarrollo de América Latina y el Caribe- ECLAC

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Immersed in the INC4 negotiations, for an International Legally Binding Instrument (ILBI) to eliminate plastic pollution, including the marine environment. #costarica #eliminateplasticpollution #incplastics https://lnkd.in/dRvB_fe4

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Regional Migration Summit in #Guatemala On May 7th, Guatemala's President Bernardo Arévalo de León hosted a significant regional migration summit attended by U.S. Department of State Secretary of State Antony #Blinken and leaders from 21 #Western #Hemisphere countries. The meeting focused on the Los Angeles Declaration on Migration and Protection, an initiative established in 2022 to manage migration collectively across the region. This summit marked the third ministerial gathering since the declaration's inception, highlighting ongoing challenges as the US tackles record migration with over 2.4 million detentions at its southern border in fiscal year 2023. During the summit, leaders reaffirmed their commitment to creating legal migration pathways and announced new initiatives, including a $578 million assistance package from the #US. Notable developments included expanded enforcement partnerships, visa restrictions on Colombian maritime transportation companies for facilitating irregular migration to the US, a biometric data sharing partnership between the US and Costa Rica, and a memorandum of understanding on countering people trafficking. Additionally, the expansion of safe mobility offices was announced, aiming to facilitate refugee resettlement in the US. The meeting underscored Guatemala's increasingly cooperative relationship with the US, evident since Arévalo's administration began in January. However, the absence of countries like Nicaragua from the summit and the declaration underscores the regional challenges in addressing migration comprehensively. Piero Bonadeo Luis Enrique Cruz Asturias Karina Riera Leticia Ossa-Daza Gabriela Cuevas Barron Eric Farnsworth David Hoffman Puru P. Trivedi Michael Stott Jorge Fernando Negrete P. Angel Melguizo Karim Antonio Lesina

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🌊 On June 7-8, the Fonds français pour l'environnement mondial (FFEM) will join global ocean experts at the #Immersed in Change conference, organized by Costa Rica ahead of the Third UN Ocean Conference (#UNOC2025), co-hosted by Costa Rica and France in Nice, June 2025. This High-Level Event serves as a platform to exchange best practices and successful initiatives related to #ocean governance and health. It aims to highlight key issues on the global ocean agenda and drive impactful actions to combat severe environmental challenges. More info here ▷ https://urlz.fr/qTII

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🌟UNICEF Bolivia signed a partnership agreement with the #Bolivia's #Parliament (#congress) to support the elaboration of laws and policies around children's rights and to form a legislative committee focused on Children Rights in #Bolivia. 💙 The well-being of Bolivian children must transcend political divergences, and in this pre-electoral year, be a catalyst for #collaboration across the political spectrum #ForEveryChild. Together, our Child Rights' agenda must continue, forming a solid legislative foundation for years ahead. This initiative is a significant step toward protecting the rights and services for children in Bolivia. UNICEF #UNICEFBolivia #ChildRights #LegislativeCommittee #YouthAdvocacy UNICEF Latin America and Caribbean Rafael Rami­rez Anne-Claire Dufay Karin Hulshof Sacha Westerbeek Franco Clavijo Carolina Linares Vera Yecid Arce Vargas Magne Javier Castro Kukoc https://lnkd.in/dmvaA5fu

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📣 Colectivo Nicaragua Nunca Más is documenting human rights violations under a totalitarian regime in Nicaragua. Faced with relentless persecution from the government, these dedicated defenders tirelessly work from exile. They navigate emotional, economic, and personal challenges while formulating new strategies to support victims and expose the regime's atrocities. Despite the complexities, including rampant self-censorship, they uphold the value of their work against increasingly extraterritorial repression.💪 The commitment of Nicaragua Nunca Más to documenting these violations ensures that the suffering in Nicaragua is remembered and that, one day, justice and accountability will prevail. ➡️Read more about the work of these brave human rights defenders and share! https://ow.ly/N5Y050RIbws

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Statement from the Council of Foreign and Community Relations (COFCOR) on Cuba "The Council for Foreign and Community Relations (COFCOR) welcomes the decision of the Government of the United States of America (USA) to remove the Republic of Cuba from its list of states that are “not cooperating fully” in its fight against terrorism. COFCOR notes, however, that the Republic of Cuba remains on the US State Department’s list of countries that have been deemed by the USA to be State Sponsors of Terrorism. COFCOR therefore, renews its call for the urgent removal of Cuba from the list of countries deemed to be State Sponsors of Terrorism. COFCOR also reaffirms its rejection of the unilateral imposition by the United States of America of the economic, commercial, and financial embargo against Cuba. Both the designation as a State Sponsor of Terrorism and the 62-year-old embargo are unjust and wrongly imposed upon the Cuban people and must be terminated." ROSEAU 24 MAY 2024 Full Statement is also posted here : https://lnkd.in/e97wANX8

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#Demographic change in #PuertoRico is not a theoretical postulate. It is happening. “…if #statehood supporters and #independence advocates do not #unite now to work together to reverse current cultural and socioeconomic trends––the island will undergo a demographic change, turning the current Puerto Rican resident into an artifact of the past, making way for a new English-speaking Puerto Rican with a very different culture and set of values.” Exerpt from the book “When Colonialism Wins, The Case Against American Statehood for Puerto Rico.” Below, #fishermen in Rio Grande Puerto Rico complain of being #pushedout of land they have rightfully occupied for 50 years due to alleged municipal and private #economic interests in their land. #Inept bureaucracy has kept them from securing property titles. They could probably use some pro-bono #legal assistance. Read: Pescadores de Río Grande denuncian supuestos intentos de desplazamiento, El Nuevo Día Financial Oversight & Management Board for Puerto Rico Pedro R. Pierluisi Departamento de Agricultura de Puerto Rico

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Here is my latest IEMed Afkar/Política Exterior article, on the shifting positioning of the Global South following the War on Gaza (in Spanish and French).

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🇪🇨 Find out what's been happening in Ecuador The country is facing a political crisis marked by armed conflict. The parties involved include the government and notably the Los Choneros Cartel. Immediate action is needed: 🚨 Provide economic relief to vulnerable communities. 🚨 Address the underlying political and institutional issues. 🚨 Improve the safety of Ecuadorians and address the root causes of violence. #Politics4Her #SafetyForEcuador #SupportEcuador #StampOutViolence

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🌎🤝 The IDB and the UNDP have forged a powerful alliance to accelerate sustainable development in #LatinAmerica and the #Caribbean! Through a new framework agreement, we are harmonizing operational processes, leveraging our expertise, and enhancing collaboration in search of more impactful results for #ImprovingLives and achieving the #SDGs. 🌱🌟 Priority Areas: o Reducing #Poverty and #Inequality o Addressing #ClimateChange o Bolstering Sustainable Growth through Innovation 🌐 Read more about this transformative partnership: https://lnkd.in/ewWh5zA6  #SustainableDevelopment #IDBImpact+ Achim Steiner

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🌟 Our Partners Forum is underway! Today and tomorrow at the IDB, we welcome our partners and donors from the public, private and philanthropic sectors who contribute to advancing inclusive growth and sustainable development in #LatinAmerica and the #Caribbean. 🤝 Why partnerships matter: • Collective strength: Together, we wield greater influence and impact. By collaborating, we can address complex issues more effectively. • Advancing the #SDGs: Our shared commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) drives us forward. Partnerships are the vehicle that propels us toward these vital targets. • IDBImpact+: as the IDB Group embarks on a new chapter to accelerate the impact and scale of our work from the public and private sides, partners are key for promoting better investments and collaborations. Stay tuned for more updates! #IDBPartnerships #SDG #IDBImpact+ #Development - 🌟 ¡Nuestro Foro de Socios está en marcha! Hoy y mañana en el BID, damos la bienvenida a nuestros socios y donantes de los sectores público, privado y filantrópico que contribuyen al avance del crecimiento inclusivo y el desarrollo sostenible en #Latinoamérica y el #Caribe. 🤝 ¿Por qué son importantes las alianzas? • Trabajo Colectivio: Juntos, tenemos mayor influencia e impacto. Colaborando, podemos abordar problemas complejos de manera más efectiva. • Avanzando en los #ODS: Nuestro compromiso compartido con los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible (ODS) nos impulsa hacia adelante. Las alianzas son el vehículo que nos propulsa hacia estos objetivos vitales. • BIDImpact+: a medida que el Grupo BID inicia un nuevo capítulo para acelerar el impacto y la escala de nuestro trabajo desde los lados público y privado, los socios son clave para promover mejores inversiones y colaboraciones. ¡Mantente atento para más actualizaciones! #AlianzasBID #ODS #BIDImpact+ #Desarrollo - 🌟 Nosso Fórum de Parceiros está em andamento! Hoje e amanhã no BID, damos as boas-vindas aos nossos parceiros e doadores dos setores público, privado e filantrópico que contribuem para o avanço do crescimento inclusivo e do desenvolvimento sustentável na #AméricaLatina e no #Caribe. 🤝 Por que as parcerias são importantes? • Trabalho Coletivo: Juntos, temos maior influência e impacto. Colaborando, podemos abordar problemas complexos de maneira mais eficaz. • Avançando nos #ODS: Nosso compromisso compartilhado com os Objetivos de Desenvolvimento Sustentável (ODS) nos impulsiona para a frente. As parcerias são o veículo que nos impulsiona em direção a esses objetivos vitais. • BIDImpact+: à medida que o Grupo BID inicia um novo capítulo para acelerar o impacto e a escala de nosso trabalho do lado público e privado, os parceiros são chave para promover melhores investimentos e colaborações. Fique atento para mais atualizações! #ParceriasBID #ODS #BIDImpact+ #Desenvolvimento IDB Invest IDB Lab

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🟢 UPDATE! Our #2024ElectionGuide features new content: “Integridad Electoral en México 2024” by Edmundo Jacobo Molina! Read his in-depth analysis of what “electoral integrity” implies since it is an ambitious concept that ranges from procedures to political principles. 🇲🇽 “Much has been written about the fact that democracy is not limited to going to the polls to cast a vote. Much has also been written about the different ways of exercising democracy and the quality of democracy and its different stages, but little do we stop to analyze it in its entirety and, therefore, its components and how they interact. Its viability and quality depend on all of this.” Stay informed on what is at stake in Mexico’s most significant electoral cycle! 💡 https://lnkd.in/eu7Hj_nc #Mexico #2024Elections #Democracy #ElectoralInstitutions #PoliticalCampaigns #ElectionDay #ElectoralJustice #PoliticalFinance #PoliticalParties #MexicanPolitics

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