Sentences with phrase «further economic projects»
They invest a great deal of this surplus in further economic projects and give substantial amounts to charity.
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One of the axioms of global geopolitics is that a country can project power only as far as its economic might allows.
15 The platform promotes cooperation on infrastructure, including financing, interoperability and logistics.16 The framework has already generated cooperation on various projects.17 The EU's approach to BRI is a far cry from the launch of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) in 2015, when several nations tried to join the bank individually in order to gain economic benefits.
In 2016, the Far East Federal District's trade with China amounted to $ 6 billion, accounting for 25 percent of its foreign trade volumes.47 In a meeting with the vice premier of China's State Council, Putin stated that Chinese investment in the Russian Far East has exceeded $ 3 billion since 2015.48 According to Minister for the Development of the Russian Far East Alexander Galushka, as of November 2017, the number of projects in the PDAs and the Free Port of Vladivostok involving Chinese capital tripled in the past year to twenty - eight projects worth $ 4 billion that account for 85 percent of foreign investment attracted to the Russian Far East since 2015.49 At the Third Eastern Economic Forum in September 2017 — an annual conference to attract foreign investment to the Russian Far East — Putin even used these investment figures in jest to encourage Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to increase Japanese investments in the Russian Far East.50
The final bill is more broadly worded, appropriating the same amount for «transformative economic development projects,» further defined as those that, in the judgment of ESDC, «will catalyze private investment resulting in significant economic development reflected in the creation of temporary and permanent jobs, the growth of the commercial and residential tax base or an enhancement of the environment and quality of life for residents of Nassau or Suffolk County.»
ESD President, CEO, and Commissioner Howard Zemsky said, «Amazon's decision to locate this major project in New York is further proof that our economic development strategies are working, actively and effectively growing quality jobs in the Empire State.»
Cuomo said the transit and economic development hub project will further bolster Woodbury Common's booming tourism sector.
The tactic provides a «third - way» for eurosceptics which would allow them to gradually pull back from the European project without proposing a revolutionary in - or - out change which could have far - reaching economic consequences.
While much is made of the continuity between Jeremy Corbyn, John McDonnell, Diana Abbott and others with the legacy projects of the Labour left, and the absurd attempts by self - proclaimed «moderates» to conjure up the ghost of the early 1980s; the far more significant phenomenon is the discontinuity with the establishment consensus about austerity economics, and the development of economic policies by John McDonnell and his team which commit a future Labour government to calibrated state intervention for a capitalist economy that works.
He said the project has «far reaching regional significance and will positively impact tourism, public health, economic development» and will allow residents and visitors from across the globe to enjoy the «pristine beauty» of Ulster County.
That's just a sample of the hundreds of projects funded by one of Cuomo's signature economic development initiatives, a system of 10 regional councils that develop plans based on regional strengths and compete for state funding — more than $ 4 billion so far.
Cuomo ordered state agencies last week not have any further contact with Howe after U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara subpoenaed the governor's office for records related to economic development projects, including the Buffalo Billion, run by SUNY Polytechnic Institute.
He further explained that the development projects being delivered nationwide by his government will form the foundation for Ghana's economic take off.
During his remarks, DeFrancisco attacked Cuomo as a failed leader who has wasted billions of dollars on economic development projects that benefitted his campaign donors and furthered his own political agenda.
Pressing ahead with the big science projects will be crucial if humankind is to further advance the frontiers of science, improve industrial and technological performance, and promote economic and social development.
Dr. Gil Pogozelich, chairman of Goldman Hirsh Partners Ltd., which holds the controlling interest in TyrNovo, says that he sees great importance in the cooperation on this project with the Hebrew University, and that TyrNovo represents a good example of how scientific and research initiatives can further health care together with economic benefits.
«By opening The City's dark fibre infrastructure to the private and public sector, non-profit companies, and academia, we help enable the development of projects like quantum encryption and create opportunities for further research, innovation and economic growth in Calgary,» said Tyler Andruschak, project manager with Innovation and Collaboration at The City of Calgary.
This could trigger further emission reductions and ensure economic incentives for project developers and host countries.
A broad examination of the projected economic return from six effective SEL programs found that all provided a return on investment, in some cases far exceeding the initial costs of the program; on average, the return on investment was $ 11 for every dollar toward intervention (Belfield et al., 2015).
In a drought - prone region where educational and economic opportunities are few and far between, this school is a surprising oasis: Social and emotional intelligence, project and experiential learning, and a gentle love and respect for the environment — and for one another — pervade the sunlit grounds.
According to the Project, the proposed I - 77 High Occupancy Toll (HOT) Lanes will support the growing population of the Charlotte - Mecklenburg, North Carolina area and further facilitate growth, allowing for continued economic expansion with businesses moving to the area and promote economic development.
Upon completion, the project will provide further economic benefit in creating new direct rail access in districts with high job densities and growing populations.
«The successful completion of this project is further proof that the Turks & Caicos, despite the global economic turndown, remains an attractive destination for foreign investment in the leisure sector.»
«This ambitious project will transform this area of Wakefield by using its historic and artistic heritage to act as a catalyst for further economic regeneration for the city and its surrounding areas.
The latest initiative, called the Presidential Climate Action Project, is a set of about 300 concrete steps that a president can take (or take the lead on) to curb energy use and greenhouse - gas emissions, theoretically with economic benefits far outweighing costs.
As far as the concerns about the credit crunch and economic downturn getting in the way of this; public works projects provided the economic stimulus to end the Great Depression.
Throughout the 21st century, climate - change impacts are projected to slow down economic growth, make poverty reduction more difficult, further erode food security, and prolong existing and create new poverty traps, the latter particularly in urban areas and emerging hotspots of hunger (medium confidence).
Alex Couture, Director Generation for EDF Renewables further added, «In addition to the $ 11 million of local economic impact generated by the project during construction, the two MRCs concerned by the project and the city of Murdochville will share a total contribution of over $ 4 million during the operational phase.»
CDKN: Dr. Govinda Nepal, IDS - Nepal, reflects at the half way point of a project in Nepal which is calculating the economic cost of climate change in key sectors on what the team has learnt so far Which climate risk screening tool is the most appropriate for Nepal?
«In the absence of an effective global response, annual economic losses due to climate change are projected to exceed US$ 400 billion by 2030 for the V20, with impacts far surpassing our local or regional capabilities,» said Cesar Purisima, Philippines finance minister.
Key benefit: health improvements One of the key findings of the study: in economic terms, the health related benefits of the project generate by far the greatest value of all co-benefits.
«Throughout the 21st century, climate - change impacts are projected to slow down economic growth, make poverty reduction more difficult, further erode food security, and prolong existing and create new poverty traps, the latter particularly in urban areas and emerging hot spots of hunger,» the report stated.
Social, political, and economic analyses of observed and projected climate impacts have provided further insights into how changes in the physical climate system can harm ecosystems, economic productivity, and human health and well - being.
Determining the effects of climate change on infectious diseases is complex because of confounding contributions of economic development and land use, changing ecosystems, international travel, and commerce.38 Currently, climate warming has been identified as contributing to the northern expansion of Lyme disease in North America39 and has been projected to increase the burden of child diarrheal illness, particularly in Asia and sub-Saharan Africa.40 Concern has also been raised for climate links to emerging infections, including coccidioidomycosis41 and amoebic meningoencephalitis.42 Further investigation into climactic influence on infectious diseases is needed.
A strategically placed bike project can turn around a neighborhood and spur further economic growth.
A separate study, published in Remote Sensing Applications: Society and Environment, found that Brazilian mega-dams flooded far larger areas than projected in the dams» environmental impact assessments, resulting in higher carbon emissions and economic losses.
You can also further improve the economic return by doing only the most cost effective projects — for example, the Top 8 projects...
Welcomes the agreement achieved by the Ad Hoc Working Group on Further Commitments for Annex I Parties under the Kyoto Protocol on its work pursuant to decisions 1 / CMP.1, 1 / CMP.5 and 1 / CMP.6 in the areas of land use, land - use change and forestry (decision - / CMP.7), emissions trading and the project - based mechanisms (decision - / CMP.7), greenhouse gases, sectors and source categories, common metrics to calculate the carbon dioxide equivalence of anthropogenic emissions by sources and removals by sinks, and other methodological issues (decision - / CMP.7) and the consideration of information on potential environmental, economic and social consequences, including spillover effects, of tools, policies, measures and methodologies available to Annex I Parties (decision - / CMP.7);
Further, the GCF is to do this through projects and programmes that also address sustainable development and bring social, environmental, economic and gender benefits.
The Gateway West project supports the President's America First Energy Plan while furthering the administration's priorities of achieving energy dominance, modernizing the nation's infrastructure, creating jobs and providing economic opportunity.
This activity report showcases a set of case studies that present the work of a wide range of financed and supported projects that make a case for further investment in marine protected areas to restore the health of oceanic and coastal ecosystems, strengthen resilience in the face of climate change, sustain fisheries and other economic activities, and improve the lives of the world's poorest communities.
In that regard, it has already been established, in paragraphs 32 and 36 of the present judgment, that Directive 85/337 confers on the individuals concerned a right to have the effects on the environment of the project under examination assessed by the competent services, and that pecuniary damage, in so far as it is a direct economic consequence of the environmental effects of a public or private project, is covered by the objective of protection pursued by Directive 85/337.
«It could be a great benefit for economic growth,» said ChromaWay CEO Henrik Hjelte on the project's potential, further arguing that Sweden is the ideal place to test a blockchain system for land titles, as trust in public authorities is high and could influence agencies elsewhere to follow suit.
Burrell further expressed his confidence in the economic merits of the company's plans citing the project's sustainability over the long run.
In Australia, the job market remains tough with major projects reaching completion and unfavourable economic conditions which may cause operators to not sanction further investment in the region.
Professional Experience Comanche Enterprises (Lawton, OK) 6/2005 — Present President / CEO • Developed and implemented businesses and projects under direction of the Comanche Economic Development Commission • Furthered Commission's objective of providing jobs and business opportunities for the people of the Comanche Nation through creation of 11 businesses and 89 new jobs • Expanded and diversified economic base of the Comanche Nation strengthening economic position and ability to compete in local, state, and regional markets • Prepared and presented all reports, financial statements, and business plans for future Commission enterprises excluding casino developments • Oversaw $ 1 million budget, company operations, and personnel • Named 2008 Small Business Woman of the Year in LaEconomic Development Commission • Furthered Commission's objective of providing jobs and business opportunities for the people of the Comanche Nation through creation of 11 businesses and 89 new jobs • Expanded and diversified economic base of the Comanche Nation strengthening economic position and ability to compete in local, state, and regional markets • Prepared and presented all reports, financial statements, and business plans for future Commission enterprises excluding casino developments • Oversaw $ 1 million budget, company operations, and personnel • Named 2008 Small Business Woman of the Year in Laeconomic base of the Comanche Nation strengthening economic position and ability to compete in local, state, and regional markets • Prepared and presented all reports, financial statements, and business plans for future Commission enterprises excluding casino developments • Oversaw $ 1 million budget, company operations, and personnel • Named 2008 Small Business Woman of the Year in Laeconomic position and ability to compete in local, state, and regional markets • Prepared and presented all reports, financial statements, and business plans for future Commission enterprises excluding casino developments • Oversaw $ 1 million budget, company operations, and personnel • Named 2008 Small Business Woman of the Year in Lawton, OK
Without complacency, governments will project a calm, measured confidence in economic matters, further strengthening the inflow of capital to Australia and encouraging domestic households to spend.
To further train our students and assist those who need help, we recently launched Project Strengthen, where a student is paired with a staff therapist to help meet the demand of high quality care to underserved individuals and families who suffer from multiple mental health disorders (such as anxiety and substance abuse) alongside socio - economic and cultural barriers to much - needed care.
She said so far Barrington is all right, but that the economic conditions have forced at least one Barrington retail project to be placed on hold until the market improves.