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- 1US and EU push back on UN pandemic declaration▼US and EU push back on parts of UN pandemic declaration
The United States and European Union have objected to parts of a United Nations political declaration on pandemic preparedness, according to Devex. The declaration, intended to strengthen global coordination after COVID-19, has drawn resistance over specific provisions, highlighting continuing disagreements between major powers and UN member states over how future pandemics should be managed internationally.
- 2US to launch global health plans without Congress review▼Scoop: US to launch global health plans Congress hasn’t seen
The US is preparing to roll out new global health programs that have not been presented to or reviewed by Congress, according to Devex. The report raises questions about transparency and the administration's authority to fund and direct international health initiatives without legislative oversight, and is likely to draw scrutiny from lawmakers and development-sector observers.
- 3Why it's time to invest in Ukraine right now▼Special edition: Why it’s time to invest in Ukraine right now
Devex has published a special edition making the case for investing in Ukraine now, arguing that reconstruction and long-term development opportunities justify putting capital into the country despite the ongoing war. The package examines where funding and business engagement could support Ukraine's recovery and future growth.
- 4Beasley urges American support for Ukraine▼What really makes America great: Beasley calls to back Ukraine
Former World Food Programme executive director David Beasley has called on the United States to continue backing Ukraine, arguing that such support reflects the country's core values and leadership in the world. Writing in Devex, he framed aid to Ukraine as an expression of what genuinely makes America great, at a time when US assistance is under political debate.