Europe Malta The heating debate on overtourism must not become an argument against tourists or the tourism industry, Prime Minister Abela warned, or the sector would risk "a mortal blow"
Europe Estonia Average life expectancy in Estonia rose to a new record high of 79 years, according to data from Statistics Estonia; however, the number of years people live in good health decreased in 2023: men live disability-free for 56,4 years, women for 59,5 years
America Bolivia Bolivia launched the celebrations for the Andean New Year 5532, featuring traditional music, dances, and offerings to Pacha Mama, marking a time to "recharge" energies and welcome the new agricultural cycle, with events at over 200 sacred sites
Africa Gambia Ndey Rose Sarr, UNFPA representative in The Gambia, stated that female genital mutilation is harmful and a violation of human rights, sexual rights and children's rights that should not be allowed by the country
Oceania Nauru The number of asylum seekers on Nauru appears to have exceeded 100, with a further 37 people being sent to the island from Australia
America Saint Vincent and the Grenadines The Caribbean Community Secretariat conducted another round of consultations in the country on how to implement the Single Market and Economy
Africa Mauritius In line with the government's vision to promote renewables in the electricity mix to 60% by 2030, a 20 MW grid-scale battery energy storage system was inaugurated at the Amaury substation
America Brazil Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has withdrawn Brazil’s ambassador to Israel, comparing Israel's actions to the Holocaust, resulting in Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz summoning the Brazilian ambassador for a public reprimand
Oceania Solomon Islands The Australian Foreign Minister visited the Solomon Islands to meet with members of the newly elected government, listen to their priorities and discuss the shared vision of bilateral relations
Europe Portugal A foreigner with a tourist visa will no longer be allowed to apply for legalisation in Portugal: an employment contract or another solution previously dealt with by the Portuguese consular network will be now required
Asia Japan The transport ministry inspected Toyota headquarters in Aichi Prefecture after the company admitted to improperly obtaining vehicle quality certifications in a setback for the carmaker that sits on world's No. 1 spot for product reliability
America Belize The Government of Belize has launched a fiscal reform program backed by the Inter-American Development Bank to enhance public financial management, improve resource efficiency, and ensure budgetary sustainability through targeted training
America Saint Kitts and Nevis At the People's Action Movement caucus, Natasha Grey-Brookes became the first woman political leader; she is now the fifth political leader of the party, which will celebrate 60 years next January
Oceania Fiji Eight local companies had the opportunity to promote their products at the Naturally Good Expo held in Sydney, Australia