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29TH OCT 2024

Here’s a summary of the major global current affairs for October 29, 2024

:1. COP16 Biodiversity Conference in Colombia The United Nations’ COP16 conference on biodiversity is underway in Cali, Colombia, where global leaders and environmental advocates are focusing on strategies to combat biodiversity loss. UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged immediate action to restore harmony with nature, highlighting the critical need for sustainable management of natural resources to avert potential ecosystem collapse. This event underscores the broader commitment to environmental conservation and adaptation amid ongoing climate challenges

.2. Ongoing Conflict in the Middle East Tensions continue to escalate in the Middle East, particularly in Gaza, where humanitarian concerns are intensifying. The Israeli Knesset’s recent ban on the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), which aids Palestinian refugees, has sparked global debate, with UN officials emphasizing the importance of continued support for the agency to avoid deepening the humanitarian crisis. This move comes amid ongoing violence in the region, with diplomatic efforts struggling to find traction.

.3. World Stroke Day 2024 Marking World Stroke Day, the World Stroke Organization has launched an awareness campaign focusing on stroke prevention and the importance of health action. The GreaterThan initiative encourages people worldwide to participate in activities that reduce stroke risk, emphasizing exercise, dietary adjustments, and awareness of stroke symptoms. This global day seeks to educate the public on early detection and preventive measures to improve health outcomes and reduce the incidence of strokes globally
.4. U.S. Presidential Race Intensifies With the U.S. presidential election just a week away, candidates are making their final appeals. Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are campaigning heavily in swing states, as polls show a tight race. This election has captured international attention, given its potential impact on U.S. foreign policy, global economic strategies, and international relations

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