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A new report highlights how South Centre, supported by Fleming Fund, strengthened Global South engagement in global AMR governance (2018–2025).

Stronger policy engagement, CSO engagements & growing LMIC leadership in global AMR debates.

Read the report: www.southcentre.int/sc-amr-impac...

06.03.2026 09:29 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Please join us, alongside policy makers, international institutions, civil society leaders & experts, for a timely webinar titled 'Elevating South Voices in the Global AMR Response'.

Drawing on the impact of South Centre’s AMR programme, supported by the Fleming Fund, ...

02.03.2026 17:15 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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We were pleased to discuss ongoing processes in International Geneva w/ Ambassador Arindam Bagchi. India has been a steadfast supporter of, & a major financial contributor to South Centre & its work for the Global South. We thank the Indian government for its continuing support.

03.03.2026 15:56 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
The South Centre | SC Contribution to UNSG Report on Embargo against Cuba, 13 February 2026 South Centre – an intergovernmental policy research and analysis institution of developing countries

The illegal blockade against #Cuba is a continuing violation of the UN Charter & international law & must be lifted to allow full realisation of human rights & SDGs. See South Centre inputs to the UN S-G report, emphasising urgent need to end the #blockade: www.southcentre.int/sc-contribut...

03.03.2026 15:10 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Date: 05 March 2026
Time: 15.00 - 16.30 CET
Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
For more info on the event: www.southcentre.int/sc-webinar-e...

02.03.2026 17:15 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

... the discussion will highlight why it is critical to centre the unique challenges and priorities of the Global South in international fora and why sustained engagement is required to translate global commitments into meaningful action.

02.03.2026 17:15 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Please join us, alongside policy makers, international institutions, civil society leaders & experts, for a timely webinar titled 'Elevating South Voices in the Global AMR Response'.

Drawing on the impact of South Centre’s AMR programme, supported by the Fleming Fund, ...

02.03.2026 17:15 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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to minimize Global North MNEs’ taxable profits in developing countries through Pillar One.

READ: www.southcentre.int/tax-cooperat...

27.02.2026 15:48 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

NEW South Centre Policy Brief outlines how the OECD Two Pillar Solution has been designed with 2 fundamental objectives: to prevent Multinational Enterprises in frontier technologies from offshoring production to the Global South through the Global Minimum Tax of Pillar Two, &

27.02.2026 15:48 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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The South Centre & the Xinhua News Agency of China signed a Memorandum of Understanding on strengthening cooperation this week in Geneva to promote multi-level cooperation & dissemination of information products.

πŸ“·: Xinhua

See also: english.news.cn/20260226/231...

27.02.2026 14:21 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We were pleased to discuss with Ambassador JIA Guide of China further cooperation and actions needed to support the multilateral system and the participation of the Global South in agenda-setting and rule-making.

26.02.2026 17:17 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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... equitable energy transitions.

southcentre.int/southviews-n...

#CriticalMinerals #EnergyJustice #G20

26.02.2026 16:45 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Critical minerals are not just inputs for energy transition, they are sovereign development assets. In our analysis of the G20 Framework, we argue that producer countries must retain policy space for beneficiation, regional value chains & industrial upgrading, consistent with ...

26.02.2026 16:45 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

With @wto.org #MC14 in YaoundΓ© just a month away, the key question is whether development and longstanding mandates will shape the outcome, or be overshadowed by talk of β€˜reform’ and a notable silence on core developing-country priorities.

#SouthProsperityNonNegotiable

26.02.2026 14:35 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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But beyond that, Members must move from procedural extensions to substantive reform.

READ: www.southcentre.int/policy-brief...

25.02.2026 12:15 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

β€’ Securing the moratorium on TRIPS non-violation complaints (NVC) to protect policy space

β€’ Reviewing why the Article 31bis compulsory licensing system remains largely unused

With MC14 approaching, extending the TRIPS NVC moratorium is the minimum necessary outcome.

25.02.2026 12:15 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

The @wto.org General Council discussions on the TRIPS Agreement show a clear pattern: developing country priorities on IP remain stalled.

At stake are 3 critical issues:

β€’ Making technology transfer to LDCs more practical through the G-90’s Article 66.2 proposal

25.02.2026 12:15 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
The South Centre | SC intervention – Seminar on Global Governance, 24 February 2026 South Centre – an intergovernmental policy research and analysis institution of developing countries

See South Centre Executive Director Carlos Correa's panel intervention on 'Equity, Rule-of-Law, Coordination, Inclusiveness and Action' at the Seminar on Global Governance: www.southcentre.int/sc-intervent...

25.02.2026 11:34 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
The South Centre | SC Input to UN CSTD WG on Data Governance Track 3, February 2026 South Centre – an intergovernmental policy research and analysis institution of developing countries

New South Centre submission to UN Working Group on Data Governance highlights how economic and social benefits of #data can accrue more equitably to the people and countries of the #GlobalSouth. See our inputs ➑️ www.southcentre.int/sc-input-to-...

24.02.2026 15:15 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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he made proposals on how best to leverage UN & Geneva-based platforms to elevate development issues, advance rule-making in emerging areas such as global artificial intelligence governance & promote multilateralism.

24.02.2026 13:56 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Dr. Carlos Correa, Executive Director of South Centre, spoke at the Seminar on Equality, Rule-of-Law, Coordination, Inclusiveness & Action - Seminar on Global Governance. At the panel on Strengthening Coordination, Representation & Civilizational Dialogue among the Global South,

24.02.2026 13:56 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Tax treaties restrict developing countries' ability to tax the digital economy. NEW SouthViews by Radhakishan Rawal outlines a practical solution through which developing countries can bypass their tax treaty restrictions through changes to domestic law: www.southcentre.int/southviews-n...

23.02.2026 17:38 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
The South Centre | SC Input to WG on Peasants, February 2026 South Centre – an intergovernmental policy research and analysis institution of developing countries

"Peasant territory" is not just a means of productionβ€”it is a "body-territory" vital for human dignity. In our input to the UN WG on peasants, South Centre calls on States to implement #UNDROP Art. 17 by legally recognising collective tenure & the social function of land.

23.02.2026 17:13 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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... priorities of the Global South in international fora & why sustained engagement is required to translate global commitments into meaningful action.

Date: Thursday, 05 March 2026
Time: 15.00 - 16.30 CET

Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

23.02.2026 13:51 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Please join South Centre in this timely webinar titled 'Elevating South Voices in the Global AMR Response'. Drawing on the impact of the Centre’s #AMR programme, supported by the Fleming Fund, the discussion will highlight why it is critical to centre the unique challenges & ...

23.02.2026 13:51 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Interview: Global Governance Initiative affirms voice of Global South, says think tank executive director

NEW Interview by Xinhua of South Centre Executive Director Carlos Correa:

"Global Governance Initiative affirms voice of Global South, says think tank executive director"

english.news.cn/20260222/c91...

23.02.2026 13:21 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Mobilising the Global South for a New Era of Peasant Rights and Agrarian Reform

Peasant rights must be a tangible reality, not just a hopeful goal. ✊ South Centre & UN Working Group on #UNDROP just held a consultation to coordinate Global South priorities for land justice & agrarian reform ahead of #ICARRD20. πŸ‡¨πŸ‡΄πŸŒ

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20.02.2026 13:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We were pleased to discuss w/ H.E. Elvis T. Shiweda, Amb. of Namibia, current negotiating processes in Intl. Geneva & areas for further cooperation. We thank Namibia for its support to South Centre as expressed through its recent impt. contribution to our operational costs.

19.02.2026 15:40 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

The paper offers practical, policy-oriented & actionable guidance for policymakers and #GlobalSouth stakeholders on AI governance, ensuring #AI meets their needs and brings positive impacts while minimising risks to people, prosperity and sustainable development.

19.02.2026 11:49 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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As #IndiaAIImpactSummit2026 brings together global leaders in Delhi to discuss #AI, new South Centre paper provides a look at its multidimensional impacts and how AI can be leveraged for sustainable development in the #GlobalSouth. πŸ‘‰ www.southcentre.int/research-pap...

19.02.2026 11:49 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0