#Global Leaders

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Global leaders congratulate Trump, but his victory looks set to roil the world — again

The verdict of U.S. voters was more decisive than most pundits and analysts had predicted. Now the world waits to see whether the election of Donald Trump as president is as destabilizing many American allies fear. Trump secured victory Wednesday after surpassing the 270 electoral college votes needed to win. In a victory speech before the official declaration, he vowed to “put our country first”…

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March 26, 2015: Commencement Speech at Wasada University Dept. of Industrial and Management Systems Engineering.

2015-03-30 | PRESS RELEASE

NTN'S SOGO DELIVERS COMMENCEMENT AT WASEDA UNIVERSITY

TOKYO, JAPAN – In front of a crowd of graduates, parents and faculty, Tetsuya Sogo, CEO of NTN Americas Region, delivered the commencement address to the 2015 graduating class of Waseda University’s Department of Industrial & Management Systems Engineering on March 26, 2015, in Tokyo, Japan.

“It is an honor to be asked to deliver the commencement address at your alma mater,” said Mr. Sogo, a 1982 graduate of Waseda. “I believe it is important to provide insights to new professionals that can help them see how the education they just received will be the foundation of a successful career.”

Mr. Sogo focused his remarks on his experience in a global marketplace, and how the education he gained from the School of Creative Science & Engineering still helps him today. His main message, though, was that their education does not end with their graduation, they just need to change how they learn.

“Students learn theory in the classroom. Now it is time for them to go out into the world and learn through action,” Sogo said of the speech. “Action will serve them well not only with their practical knowledge of how things work, but also gaining the respect of their peers. The sooner they can learn this, the sooner they can establish themselves as growth minded leaders.”

Sogo has proven his support for this ideal through two initiatives. First, he has been establishing a Learning Organization culture at NTN in the Americas. Training and education reimbursement are available to inspire growth in all employees. Additionally, he has provided internship opportunities in all departments to help students in their education transformation.

2015年3月26日：

早稲田大学卒業式 - 祝辞 -

（創造理工学部 経営システム工学科）

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15:30 - 17:30 (63号館2階01��室)

一、開会の辞

一、学科主任挨拶

一、学士学位授与

一、修士学位授与

　　　　 経営システム工学専攻

　 経営デザイン専攻

一、経営システム工学科

優秀学生賞授与

一、日本経営工学会

優秀学生賞授与

一、経営システム工学専攻

優秀学生賞授与

一、経営デザイン専攻

優秀学生賞授与

一、来賓祝辞（十河）

一、乾杯

一、校歌斉唱

一、閉会の辞

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Elon Musk Congratulates PM Modi on Becoming the Most-Followed World Leader on X

Elon Musk, the tech billionaire, congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday for becoming the most-followed world leader on the social media platform X. Musk celebrated Modi’s achievement in a post, stating, “Congratulations PM @NarendraModi on being the most followed world leader!”

With over 100.1 million followers on X, PM Modi stands out as one of the platform’s most prominent figures. After reaching this milestone earlier in the week, Modi expressed gratitude for the platform and its ability to foster diverse connections. He shared, “A hundred million on @X! Enjoying the conversation, debate, ideas, blessings from others, constructive criticism, and much more on this lively platform,” and expressed enthusiasm for continued engagement with the X community, saying he looks forward to “an equally engaging time in the future.”

In addition to his success on X, PM Modi has a strong presence on other social media platforms, with nearly 25 million subscribers on YouTube and over 91 million followers on Instagram, showcasing his ability to connect meaningfully with a large audience across various media.

Notable leaders with substantial followings on X include Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who has 21.5 million followers, and US President Joe Biden, who boasts 38.1 million followers.

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How to escape the Middle-income Trap?

More than 100 countries—including China, India, Brazil, and South Africa—face serious obstacles that could hinder their efforts to become high-income countries in the next few decades, according to a new World Bank study that provides the first comprehensive roadmap to enable developing countries.... UN Web TV

Watch the World Bank explaining How to escaoe the Middle-income Trap?

[coopsday]

Ministerial sessions (Morning) - Global Leaders Forum.

UNCTAD's Global Leaders Forum "Charting a new development course in a changing world", 12-14 June 2024. The UN Secretary-General, heads of state, ministers, government officials, experts and leading economists will convene to discuss urgent trade and development challenges in an increasingly diverse and challenging global economy.

Programme:

10:00 - 10:15 Spotlight intervention

Wang Shouwen, China International Trade Representative and Vice Minister of Commerce

10:15 - 11:00 Panel Dialogue: Making Industrial Policy Work for Trade and Development

Speakers:

Karien van Gennip, Deputy Prime Minister, The Netherlands

Souleymane Diarrassouba, Minister of Trade and Industry, Government of the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire

Younes Sekkouri, Minister of Economic Inclusion, Morocco

Jessy Carmelle Petit-Frère, Professor, Researcher and Speaker

John W.H. Denton, Secretary General, International Chamber of Commerce

Moderator:

Peter Ogbu Okwoche, Broadcaster and journalist

11:00 - 11:15 Spotlight intervention

Volker Türk, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights

11:15 - 12:00 Panel Dialogue: Shaping a Digital Future for People and Planet

Speakers:

Majid Al-Kassabi, Minister of Commerce, Government of Saudi Arabia

Stefan Löfven, Co-Chair, High-level Advisory Board on Effective Multilateralism

Ian Saunders, Secretary-General, World Customs Organization

Thea Lee, Deputy Undersecretary for International Affairs, Government of the United States of America

Moderator:

Amandeep Singh Gill, Envoy of the UN Secretary-General on Technology

12:00 - 12:15 Spotlight intervention

Dr. Sok Siphana, Senior Minister, Cambodia

12:15 - 13:00 Panel Dialogue: Preparing for the Economies of Tomorrow - the Urgency of Options and Actions

Speakers:

Rui Miguêns de Oliveira, Minister of Industry and Commerce, Government of Angola

Minh Hang Nguyen, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Government of Vietnam

Eva Granados Galiano, State Secretary for International Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Government of Spain

Selim Uddin, Secretary at the Ministry of Commerce, Government of Bangladesh

Pasi Hellman, Undersecretary of State for International Development, Government of Finland

Moderator:

Claver Gatete, Executive Secretary, UN Economic Commission for Africa

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Global Leaders Reiterate Support For One-China Principle, Highlighting General Consensus of International Community

— Liu Xin | May 21, 2024

Condoning Separatist Forces Means Stocking Flames in the Taiwan Straits. Cartoon: Carlos Latuff

Many leaders of countries and heads of international organizations in recent days have promptly voiced their adherence to the one-China principle, fully demonstrating that upholding the one-China principle is the righteous path and the general consensus of the international community. Such a declaration of support to the one-China principle comes in response to the new Taiwan regional leader Lai Ching-te's plan to push "Taiwan independence." This push, along with the attempts of certain countries, especially the US and Japan, to play the "Taiwan card" to contain China, are doomed to fail, analysts said.

Leaders and senior officials of many countries, including Russia, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Venezuela, Kiribati, as well as those of international organizations, such as officials from the UN Geneva Office, International Atomic Energy Agency, and International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, have recently restated that their countries or organizations abide by the one-China principle and the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Resolution 2758.

This once again demonstrates that the abiding commitment of the international community to the one-China principle is unshakable, and that upholding the one-China principle is where global opinion trends, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin said at a press conference on Tuesday.

Each time "Taiwan independence" separatists make waves, it reinforces the global consensus that the one-China principle must be upheld and garners understanding and support for China's position—a good example of the old Chinese adage "a just cause enjoys the support of many," said Wang.

Wang noted that the abiding commitment of the international community to the one-China principle is unshakable and the trend of the history of China realizing complete reunification is unstoppable. Anyone trying to challenge the one-China principle and hinder China's reunification is attempting the impossible and will only wreck their own reputation, Wang said.

Taiwan's new regional leader and head of the secessionist Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), Lai Ching-te, officially assumed office on Monday. Some politicians from several countries attended the "inauguration ceremony" of Lai.

In response, on Tuesday, Chinese embassies in countries such as Japan, South Korea and UK lodged solemn representations with these nations and emphasized that Taiwan is an integral part of China and reiterated the one-China principle, urging these politicians to cease sending the wrong message to "Taiwan independence" secessionist forces.

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang also said on Tuesday that China firmly opposes any form of official exchanges between diplomatic allies and China's Taiwan island. Its stance on this question is always clear and consistent.

China has lodged stem representation to the US after US Secretary of State Antony Blinken congratulated Lai.

Wang emphasized that the one-China principle is the political foundation and prerequisite for China to grow ties with other countries. The definition of the one-China principle is very clear, that is, there is but one China in the world, Taiwan is an inalienable part of China's territory, and the Government of the People's Republic of China is the sole legal government representing the whole of China.

To use Taiwan to contain China is to play with fire and will definitely backfire. China will take all necessary measures to firmly safeguard its interest, Wang said.

While addressing the meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Ministers of Foreign Affairs on Tuesday, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi also reiterated China's stance on the Taiwan question, saying that it is at the core of China's vital interests and that "Taiwan independence" activities are the most destructive factor to peace in the Taiwan Straits.

Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said that the treacherous acts of Lai and his likes betray their nation and ancestors and are contemptible.

However, no matter how they stir up trouble, they cannot prevent China from achieving complete reunification. Taiwan will inevitably return to the embrace of the motherland and all "Taiwan independence" separatists will be nailed to the pillar of shame in history, said Wang.

In recent days, Chinese embassies and consulates in different countries have also held press briefings to restate China's stance on the Taiwan question and refute disinformation and false narratives made by some US politicians and "Taiwan independence" secessionists on the UNGA Resolution 2758.

China has been actively addressing the Taiwan question to clarify the historical background of the matter on the global stage. The one-China principle is widely acknowledged internationally, and the current emphasis is on further exposing Lai's dubious intentions. Lai is attempting to conceal the agenda of "Taiwan independence" under the pretext of pursuing "peace and prosperity" for Taiwan, obscuring the inherent dangers and regional impacts, Xin Qiang, director of the Taiwan Studies Center at Fudan University, told the Global Times, on Tuesday.

Xin noted that Lai's speech on Monday unequivocally endorsed the "two states" rhetoric and advocated "Taiwan independence," cementing his position as a steadfast advocate of "Taiwan independence." This indicates that the prospects for cross-Straits relations are dim, with his speech signaling the ongoing trajectory of the DPP toward "de-sinicization" and pursuing independence by seeking support from the US and other external forces.

Analysts reached by the Global Times also noted that after assuming office, Lai will persist in strengthening political, economic, military, trade, and investment ties with the US. The US and Japan will also escalate collaboration with the DPP authorities, each pursuing their own interests, which may further destabilize the region.

Genuine peace and stability in the Taiwan Straits hinge on acknowledging the one-China principle. If "Taiwan independence" forces cross the redline to further provoke the mainland, the mainland will not sit idly by, Xin said.

"Saying slogans or purchasing US weapons won't secure peace in the Taiwan Straits. Lai's strategy to confront the mainland while engaging with external forces, procuring arms, bolstering so-called self-defense capabilities, and using them as a deterrent is wishful thinking. Should 'Taiwan independence' forces persist in provoking the mainland with US backing, the risk of triggering clashes cannot be ruled out," said Xin.

[robertalpascal]

i hate how voting for a world leader has become "i am voting for this guy because the other guy is worse" instead of "wow! i am choosing this guy because they're commendable"

[noragaur]

G20 Summit 2023 in India - Uniting Global Leaders for a Sustainable and Inclusive Future

 The G20 Summit 2023 in India will convene world leaders to foster international cooperation, dialogue, and action on key global issues. Join us as we work towards a sustainable and inclusive future, discussing topics such as climate change, economic growth, and social development.

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India to Host G20 Summit in 2023 In the midst of Worldwide

India will have the G20 summit in 2023, in the midst of a worldwide emergency brought about by the Coronavirus pandemic, the conflict in Ukraine, and rising expansion. The summit will be held in the monetary capital of Mumbai and will be attended by pioneers from the world’s 20 biggest economies. Difficulties confronting the G20 •The Coronavirus pandemic has caused a sharp log jam in monetary…

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Global leaders have adapted these qualities to shift strategies, business processes, and personal styles to fit a different environment and a broader range of employee backgrounds. Tsvetelina Nikolova (MD, Katarzyna Estate) is one of those decorated leaders who are making a valuable addition to global leadership roles.

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PM Narendra Modi Approval Rating Granted 78% in 2023 – Most Popular Leader