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Denmark has opened a new innovation centre in Tel Aviv in October that will strengthen Danish innovation, research, growth, and employment. Announced by the Denmark’s MFA

 

 

 

Minister for Foreign Affairs Kristian Jensen with Minister Ulla Tørnæs  for Higher Education and Science. October 27, 2016                    © MFA of Denmark 

On the eve of this occasion Minister Kristian Jensen for Foreign Affairs of Denmark highlighted:

“Israel is among the OECD countries that invest the most in research and development. And it is internationally recognised for its active and vibrant start-up environment. There are many opportunities for Danish companies and research and educational institutions to enter into partnerships, exchange knowledge and create innovation with some of the very best research and innovation environments in Israel.”  October 27, 2016 © Danish MFA

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There are lots to be positive about Mr. Donald Trump election. It is very important not to prejudge the President Elect or his administration. Mr. Trump is a deal-maker, that is a good thing for UK and also for Europe. Assured Foreign  Minister Boris Johnson. Brussels November 14, 2016  © European Union

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In 1918 at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month the First World War Armistice was signed in a railway carriage stationed in the Forest of Compiègne in Northern France by military personnel representing France, Germany and Britain. Today, 98 years later, that moment was commemorated across the United Kingdom and by the Forces around the world. Nov 11,2016 © MoD of UK

 

In Remembrance of all  U.S and European Brave men and women in uniform who lost their lives in wars and conflicts, or in the comabt agains tyrany, for keeping the light of Freedom and Humanity alive. May Peace and Freedom reign on our Skies and in the World forever.

The Armistice Day in France : Commémoration de l’Armistice du 11 novembre 1918 – Vendredi 11 novembre 2016

1. Cérémonies du 11 novembre 2016 in France        
2. Remembrance Day 2016 in  Canada                    Remembrance Day in Australia 2016  
3.  Remembrance Day UK Army 2016            The Commemoration Day in Belgium 2016 

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• News from UK Royal Navy                                   News from Canadian Armed Forces
• News from EU NAVFOR Op. Atalanta               News from Royal Dutch Navy  

• News from Australian Air Force                   
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• News from Hellenic Republic Armed Forces

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The Commemoration of Armistice Day  in Monaco.  November  11, 2016 © The Government of Monaco 

 

News from French Mission to NATO

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• News from Albanian Mission to NATO                  News from Canadian Mission to NATO
• News from the Dutch Mission to NATO             News from  Czech Republic to NATO

• News from Romanian Mission to NATO                        News from UK Mission to NATO
• News from Iceland Mission to NATO                     News from Finland Mission to NATO
• News from Delegation of Hungry to NATO               News form Italian Mission to NATO    
• News from Sweden to NATO                                                 News from U.S Mission to NATO

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 Presidential Proclamation  Veterans Day, 2016

 

“America has long stood as a beacon of hope and opportunity, and few embody that spirit here at home and beyond our borders more than the members of our Armed Forces. Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen are part of an unbroken chain of brave patriots who have served our country with honor and made tremendous sacrifices so that we may live Free. On Veterans Day, we salute the women and men who have proudly worn the uniform of the United States of America and the families who have served alongside them, and we affirm our sacred duty as citizens to express our enduring gratitude, both in words and in actions, for their service.”  November 8, 2016 © The White House

Additional: November 11 is Veterans Day  in the United States by US Embassy in Norway 

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By creating a Revolutionary Movement and the dazzling Victory that had never been seen before, Donald Trump the most resemble to President Ronald Reagan, has been elected the 45 President of the United States of America, with Governor Mike Pence the Vice President.

Mr.Donald Trump with Governor Mike Pence at his campaign HQ. Nov 9, 2016. Courtesy of Fox News.

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The EEA and Norway Grants represent the contribution of Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway to reduce economic and social disparities and strengthening bilateral relations with 16 EU countries in Central and Southern Europe. Norway provides 97% of the funding.  2016 © Norway MFA 

 Described by the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Grants are also contributing to strengthening fundamental European Values such as Democracy, Tolerance and the Rule of Law.  

The highlight of the EEA and Norway Grants’ annual Report 2015-2016 shows that about  30 % of all the reception  places in Greece for unaccompanied minors and other vulnerable groups seeking asylum are funded through the EEA and Norway Grants.  The head of Greece’s asylum service has reported that they would not be able to continue their activities without the support from Norway.  June 16 2016 © Norway MFA 

Additional: The European Economic Area (EEA)

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In late October,  European Commission Fact Sheet Memo of 2016  announced the Netherlands Transport and Infrastructure System as the first ranking in Europe for the third year in row.

The Commission’s Fact Sheet 2016 announced: 

The Netherlands record the highest overall score for the third year running. The Dutch transport infrastructure receives top ratings. Marks for its roads, ports and airports are the highest across the EU. The Netherlands also have by far the most charging points for electric vehicles per city in Europe, and they have maintained a very good road safety record.

Belgium’s  port infrastructure is ranked second best in the EU. The time that drivers spend in traffic jams is the third highest in the EU.

Austria ranks third in this year’s Scoreboard. It has the highest consumer satisfaction ratings for urban transport in the EU. The quality of its roads is also rated very highly.

Denmark ranks second in the EU for the availability of charging points for electric vehicles. It has maintained an excellent road and rail safety record.

Sweden ranks second in this year’s Scoreboard. It has maintained its position among the three top performers in road safety. It has the second highest share of renewable energy in transport fuel and is in fourth place in the share of new cars using alternative fuels. Consumers remain rather critical about transport in Sweden across all modes.

The quality of  Finland’s  rail, port and air infrastructure is rated among the best in the entire EU, maintaining last year’s level. The share of renewable energy used in transport fuels has risen sharply and is now the highest in Europe.

Spain has maintained high ratings concerning the quality of its transport infrastructure, with however a small decline in ratings across all modes. It is doing well as regards road safety. Consumer satisfaction with air transport in Spain is the lowest in the EU.

The United Kingdom is among the top performers for private investment in research and development in transport and as regards road and rail safety. The share of renewable energy in transport fuel consumption and the number of new cars that use alternative fuels are increasing but are still below average.   October 22, 2016 © European Commission 

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The Human Rights Tulip   is an award of the Dutch government,  organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, for:

Courageous Human Rights Defenders who promote and Support Human Rights in Innovative ways.

1. Additional:  The U.S Department of State Human Rights Defenders’ Fund
2. The United Kingdom’s Foreign Policy on promoting Human Rights in the World

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The close partnership between the EU Naval Force in Operation Atalanta and NATO in Operation Ocean Shield has been the vital path for enduring  success at the military and political fronts for both.

In the recent port visit of the Frigate HNLMS Tromp to  the Seychelles, Operation Atalanta’s Force Commander Commodore Luyckx,   was welcomed by Royal Danish Air Force Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance Aircraft (MPRA) detachment based in the Seychelles as a part of NATO in Operation Ocean Shield.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Operation Atalanta Force-Commander, Commodore Luyckx of the Netherlands Navy (right) with Major Anders Kyed of Royal Danish Air Force Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance Aircraft (MPRA) detachment in NATO Operation Ocean Shield (left). October 31, 2016 © EU NAVFOR

1. Additional: Operation Atalanta’s Dutch Flagship on Exercise with Seychelles’ Maritime Forces

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UK Royal Navy in London’s  Poppy Day 2016     

UK Armed-Forces Remembrance

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