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Entertainment Without Borders: AI-Media and Lightning International Join Forces to Make FAST Channels Accessible to Everyone

SYDNEY and HONG KONG, May 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AI–Media Technologies Limited (“AI–Media”), a global leader in live captioning and translation solutions, has entered a groundbreaking partnership with Lightning International (“Lightning”), the leading distributor of Free Ad–Supported Television (FAST) channels. This collaboration aims to break down barriers and bring the joy of entertainment to every corner of the globe, and enhance revenue opportunities for FAST platforms and content owners, transforming how premium content is distributed and monetized across diverse markets.

Solving Accessibility and Localization Challenges

Imagine viewers in Germany – or anywhere in the world – accessing the latest news in real time, with no language barriers. This partnership addresses key challenges for FAST platforms: delivering premium, localized content to a global audience and increasing accessibility for all viewers from heart–pounding action movies to the latest chart–topping music, and even adorable pets. Leveraging AI–Media's LEXI and LEXI Translate solutions, content is localized in real–time with live–translated captions burned directly into the feed, making it accessible in over 50 languages.

For example, a channel previously limited to English–speaking markets, can now reach fans worldwide by offering live–translated captions in French, German, Italian, Japanese, and more. This opens new distribution channels, expands viewership, and enables content monetization in previously inaccessible markets.

Tony Abrahams, CEO of AI–Media, said “This partnership with Lightning International is a game–changer for the FAST industry. By making premium content accessible and localized in real–time, we are helping platforms grow audiences and increase revenue while making global content truly inclusive.”

Transformative Benefits for FAST Platforms and Content Owners

  • Increased Engagement and Viewership: Captions enhance engagement, driving repeat viewership and longer watch times—a key factor for increasing ad opportunities on FAST platforms.
  • Greater Accessibility: AI–Media’s solutions not only benefit the d/Deaf and hard–of–hearing communities but also cater to the growing demand for captions among millennial and Gen Z viewers, 87% of whom find captions useful for watching video content.
  • New Revenue Streams: By breaking down language barriers, this partnership enables content owners to reach new markets, driving higher audience numbers and ad revenue.
  • Cost–Effective Localization: Traditional live translation methods are expensive and resource intensive. AI–Media’s AI–powered solutions deliver scalable, real–time localization at a fraction of the cost, with less latency and greater reliability.

How It Works

AI–Media’s Alta and LEXI Translate solutions provide real–time transcription and translation. Captions are seamlessly integrated into the linear channel feed, which is then delivered to FAST platforms via Lightning International’s content delivery services based in Hong Kong. This approach ensures a streamlined workflow that is cost–effective, scalable, and reliable.

James Ross, CEO of Lightning International, commented “We are excited to collaborate with AI–Media. With this partnership, we are setting a new standard for localisation in the FAST industry, enabling us to unlock new markets, making it possible for every viewer to enjoy our diverse content without any language barriers.”

The future of FAST TV localisation is brighter than ever with the launch of LEXI Voice at NAB. This breakthrough in AI dubbing empowers broadcasters and content owners to deliver real–time alternate–language audio tracks—enhancing accessibility for the visually impaired and offering global audiences a more immersive, native–language experience.

About AI–Media

Founded in Australia in 2003, AI–Media (ASX: AIM) is a global leader in AI–powered live voice translation, captioning, and language accessibility solutions. AI–Media’s latest innovation, LEXI Voice, transforms how global audiences engage with live content – providing real–time, multilingual voice translations built on the industry–leading accuracy of its LEXI captions. Designed for broadcasters, enterprises, and event producers, LEXI Voice opens new revenue streams and audience reach by making live content instantly accessible in multiple languages. Trusted in 25+ countries, AI–Media’s end–to–end ecosystem – including iCap, Alta, Encoder Pro and the LEXI Toolkit – delivers unmatched automation, precision, and scalability. With a proven record of replacing legacy human workflows, AI–Media empowers the world’s top organisations to deliver accessible, inclusive experiences at scale.

About Lightning International
Lightning International is a content solutions company with a focus on creating and distributing TV Channels, programmes, and formats. Based in Hong Kong and the UK since 2011, Lightning further strengthened its capabilities by joining the AsiaSat family in 2023, and distributes a package of 15+ FAST channels which are already carried on numerous platforms around the world. These channels are fully curated by Lightning to broadcast standards and are available in Asia and worldwide. They include channels such as Action Hollywood Movies, Concerto TV, Docsville, NOW 70s, NOW 80s, Now 90s00s, NOW Rock, Pet Club TV, Pulse, RCM, TRACE Urban, TRACE Sport Stars, NewsWorld, Globetrotter, and our latest additions 24/7 SAMURAI–SHINOBI and hi Life! Additionally, the company licenses a full catalogue of programming, both as finished shows and formats. http://www.lightninginternational.net

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For the First Time in Dubai Two Restaurants are Awarded Three MICHELIN Stars

  • Trèsind Studio becomes the first Indian restaurant in the world to receive Three MICHELIN Stars
  • FZN by Björn Frantzén enters the Guide with Three MICHELIN Stars in its first year
  • The MICHELIN Guide Dubai 2025 selection also includes 2 new One MICHELIN Stars and 5 new Bib Gourmand restaurants

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, May 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Michelin celebrated the city's culinary excellence like never before at Dubai’s fourth MICHELIN Guide Ceremony, held at Address Sky View. The event revealed 119 establishments, covering over 35 cuisine types, which made it into this year’s selection, showcasing the city’s booming gastronomic scene.

For this fourth edition, The MICHELIN Guide Dubai recognizes two new One MICHELIN Star restaurants, and two new Three MICHELIN Star restaurants, as well as five new Bib Gourmand establishments.

“Dubai’s rapid transformation into a global culinary hub is testament to its diversity and excellence,” says Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the MICHELIN Guide. “As demonstrated by Trèsind Studio’s historic achievement of earning Three MICHELIN Stars in its fourth appearance—making it the first Indian restaurant worldwide to earn the Guide’s highest accolade—Dubai embraces a rich tapestry of flavors that reflect the world’s gastronomic passions. With the city now home to 119 MICHELIN–recommended establishments, it stands as a beacon for food lovers, drawing them to experience the very best of the world’s culinary traditions, all within one dynamic destination.”

Whatever a restaurant’s cuisine style, concept or location, whether they are luxury fine dining restaurants or street food eateries, the MICHELIN Guide Inspectors use the same five criteria all around the world: the quality of the ingredients; mastery of cooking techniques; the harmony of the flavors; expression of the chef’s personality in the cuisine; and consistency, both over time and across the entire menu.

His Excellency Issam Kazim, CEO of the Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DCTCM), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), said: “The launch of the fourth edition of the MICHELIN Guide Dubai, including the naming of the city's first Three MICHELIN Starred restaurants, marks another pivotal moment in Dubai's journey as a world–class gastronomic destination, and is a testament to bold innovation, extraordinary talent and culinary distinction.

“Just as Three MICHELIN Stars signify a restaurant that is ‘worth a special journey’, so the same applies to Dubai as a destination; from celebrated homegrown eateries to globally renowned names, this vibrant gastronomic landscape truly reflects the diversity and dynamism of a city that always aims to inspire the world.

“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to MICHELIN, whose dedication to excellence continues to elevate Dubai's reputation, highlighting the crucial role of restaurants in driving Dubai's destination appeal, economic growth, and global competitiveness. The people from almost 200 nationalities that live in Dubai are at the heart of the unique fabric of the city, and we congratulate all the restaurateurs, chefs and talents behind the establishments included in this year's Guide.”

Two restaurants are awarded Three MICHELIN Stars

Two restaurants received Three MICHELIN Stars for the first time since the destination launched in 2022, marking a historical moment in Dubai’s culinary scene. This distinction highlights exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey.

A new addition to the Guide, FZN by Björn Frantzén has been awarded Three MICHELIN Stars. This true destination restaurant with a stellar team is acclaimed Swedish chef Björn Frantzén’s debut in the Middle East. It offers a highly sophisticated experience with an array of dishes blending Scandinavian and Asian influences that make great use of the finest luxury ingredients.

Trèsind Studio is promoted to Three MICHELIN Stars in its fourth appearance in the MICHELIN Guide Dubai, making history as the first Indian restaurant in the world to earn the Guide’s highest accolade. This immersive Indian concept highlights Chef Himanshu Saini’s limitless levels of imagination and creativity. The tasting menu showcases traditional Indian dishes from various regions, re–imagined and superbly crafted into vibrant, eye–catching, and flavorsome creations.

Two new restaurants are awarded One MICHELIN Star

Jamavar’s Dubai outpost joined the 2025 Dubai selection with One MICHELIN Star. Located in Dubai’s Opera district, this acclaimed Indian restaurant offers perfectly balanced and harmonious dishes crafted with prime ingredients.

Helmed by Dubai–born chef Abhiraj Khatwani, Thai restaurant Manāo is an ode to the cuisine closest to his heart. The new One MICHELIN Star establishment serves an 11–course tasting menu comprised of re–imagined Thai classics with a twist, with flavors staying true to the cuisines vibrant and authentic roots.

There are now fourteen restaurants in the MICHELIN Guide Dubai with One MICHELIN Star, a distinction that highlights high–quality cooking, worth a stop.

Five new restaurants receive a Bib Gourmand

In addition to the MICHELIN Stars, 5 new restaurants are added to the Bib Gourmand category. Named after Bibendum, the official name of the Michelin Man, the Bib Gourmand recognition goes to restaurants that offer great quality, great value cooking.

The five restaurants are:

  • DUO Gastrobar–Creek Harbour: This second branch offers an appealing, well–priced menu with an array of unfussy, refined comfort food.
  • Harummanis: This Malay grill eatery takes influences from numerous neighboring countries and boasts perfectly spiced and balanced flavors.
  • Hawkerboi: A relaxed restaurant highlighting the subtleties of the street foods of Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Myanmar, perfect for sharing.
  • Khadak: Get a taste of India’s street food at this contemporary and vibrant Indian brasserie offering sharing plates that are full of flavor.
  • Sufret Maryam: Chef Salam Dakkak’s second venture offers a selection of refined Levantine dishes, which are generous in flavor and size.

MICHELIN Special Awards
With its Special Awards, the MICHELIN Guide aims to highlight and celebrate the amazing diversity of the roles within the hospitality industry, as well as its most talented and inspiring professionals.

The Opening of the Year Award for 2025 is awarded to the restaurant Ronin. Located in the FIVE LUXE JBR Hotel, this beautifully conceptualized spot evokes fantastical pan–Asian decor, complemented by a superb selection of produce and bold flavors, creating an immensely enjoyable contemporary Japanese dining experience.

The Sommelier Award is presented to Shiv Menon of Boca restaurant. His passion for wine and drinks is evident in every conversation, without condescension. His list supports the restaurant's sustainable ethos, featuring symbols that highlight environmental and community benefits. He organizes tastings to share his knowledge and love for the subject.

The Service Award presented by RAK Porcelain goes to the team at Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant. Despite its large operation and busy atmosphere, this restaurant is far from a tourist trap. The team runs it with pride and passion, aiming to please every guest. Early arrivals enjoy Arabic coffee outside, while inside, servers guide diners through the menu. The heartfelt goodbye is as meaningful as the welcome.

The Young Chef Award goes to 30–year–old Chef Abhiraj Khatwani, who helms the kitchen at Thai restaurant Manāo, a recipient of a MICHELIN Star in this year’s Guide (newly awarded One MICHELIN Star). He earns this award thanks to his experience in Thailand, for the enthusiasm he shows to his home city, and through his authentic, skillfully balanced dishes.

Finally, the MICHELIN Guide Ceremony celebrated the remarkable selection of restaurants for the year 2025. This year's distinctions and awards have highlighted the exceptional talent, dedication, and innovation within the culinary world in Dubai. From sustainable gastronomy to authentic and skillfully crafted dishes, the honorees have set new standards and inspired others. Their passion and commitment to excellence have truly made this year's selection outstanding. We look forward to witnessing continued success and contributions to the culinary arts in next year’s selection.

The MICHELIN Guide Dubai selection 2025 at a glance:

  • 2 restaurants with Three MICHELIN Stars (1 Promotion, 1 New)
  • 3 restaurants with Two MICHELIN Stars
  • 14 restaurants with One MICHELIN Star (2 new)
  • 3 restaurants with a MICHELIN Green Star
  • 22 Bib Gourmand restaurants (5 new)
  • 78 MICHELIN selected restaurants (15 new)

A replay of The MICHELIN Guide Ceremony and other highlights are available on the official MICHELIN Guide Middle East Facebook page and the MICHELIN Guide Global YouTube channel. 

The full selection of The MICHELIN Guide Dubai 2025 is available on the MICHELIN Guide website https://guide.michelin.com/ae–du/en and on the MICHELIN Guide app, available free of charge on iOS and Android. 

The MICHELIN Guide is a benchmark in gastronomy. Now, it’s setting a new standard for hotels. Visit the MICHELIN Guide’s official website, or download the MICHELIN Guide mobile app (iOS and Android), to discover every restaurant in the selection and book an unforgettable hotel.

The MICHELIN Guide Worldwide app for iOS and Android devices.
 

Website: guide.michelin.com
Facebook: facebook.com/MICHELINGuideME
YouTube: youtube.com/MICHELINGuideInternational
Instagram: @MichelinGuide
 

About Michelin
Michelin is building a world–leading manufacturer of life–changing composites and experiences. Pioneering engineered materials for more than 130 years, Michelin is uniquely positioned to make decisive contributions to human progress and to a more sustainable world. Drawing on its deep know–how in polymer composites, Michelin is constantly innovating to manufacture high–quality tires and components for critical applications in demanding fields as varied as mobility, construction, aeronautics, low–carbon energies, and healthcare. The care placed in its products and deep customer knowledge inspire Michelin to offer the finest experiences. This spans from providing data– and AI based connected solutions for professional fleets to recommending outstanding restaurants and hotels curated by the MICHELIN Guide. Headquartered in Clermont–Ferrand, France, Michelin is present in 175 countries and employs 129,800 people. (www.michelin.com)

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Teleflex Incorporated Announcement: If You Have Suffered Losses in Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE: TFX), You Are Encouraged to Contact The Rosen Law Firm About Your Rights

NEW YORK, May 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —

WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces an investigation of potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE: TFX) resulting from allegations that Teleflex may have issued materially misleading business information to the investing public.

SO WHAT: If you purchased Teleflex securities you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement. The Rosen Law Firm is preparing a class action seeking recovery of investor losses.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the prospective class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit–form/?case_id=38855 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll–free at 866–767–3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.

WHAT IS THIS ABOUT: On February 27, 2025, during market hours, Fierce Biotech published an article entitled “Teleflex plays musical chairs, plans company split amid €760M Biotronik cardiovascular deal.” The article stated that “Teleflex has announced a plan to split its business into two separate independent companies—and it’s setting up one of its future scions with a new portfolio of cardiovascular device assets, set to be acquired from Biotronik.”

On this news, Teleflex’s stock fell 21.6% on February 27, 2025.

WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually litigate securities class actions. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company at the time. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs’ Bar. Many of the firm’s attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

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CXM Prime Adheres to the Prestigious FX Global Code, Committing to Global Standards of Excellence

LONDON, May 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CXM Prime, a multi–asset FCA regulated broker (FRN 966753), a member of the CXM Group of Companies, has announced its formal adherence to the FX Global Code—an internationally recognised set of principles that promote fairness, transparency, and best execution in the foreign exchange (FX) market.

The FX Global Code is backed by many of the FX industry’s leading institutions. By signing the Statement of Commitment, CXM Prime joins a select group of top–tier brokers aligning with the Code’s rigorous standards.

CXM Prime’s register details can be found here: FX Global Code

As of 2025, fewer than 15% of global FX brokers have adopted the FX Global Code, according to public registry data maintained by CLS and the Global Foreign Exchange Committee.

“This milestone reflects our commitment to the highest standards of execution, governance, and client transparency,” said Ashraf Agha, CEO of CXM Prime. “It’s a powerful signal to our clients and liquidity partners that CXM Prime stands for integrity and professionalism in everything we do.”

The FX Global Code includes 55 principles covering ethics, governance, execution practices, risk management, and post–trade processes. CXM Prime’s acceptance underscores its institutional–grade approach to technology, compliance, and trading infrastructure. CXM Prime has publicly posted its Statement of Commitment on the Global Index of Public Registers.

About CXM Prime

CXM Prime is a technology–driven broker offering access to FX, commodities, indices, and CFD’s. The firm provides tailored liquidity, institutional–grade platforms, and full regulatory transparency. Visit https://www.cxmprime.co.uk for more information.

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CGTN: سُبل تعزيز الصين للتنمية عالية الجودة وتحسين كفاءة الحوكمة في إطار مساعيها للتحديث

نشرت شبكة CGTN مقالاً عن الجولة التفقدية التي أجراها الرئيس الصيني Xi Jinping في مقاطعة خنان وسط الصين. سلّط المقال الضوء على جهود المقاطعة في دفع عجلة التنمية عالية الجودة وتعزيز كفاءة الحوكمة، مشيرًا إلى تأكيد الرئيس الصيني أن التنمية عالية الجودة تمثل حجر الأساس لمسيرة التحديث في الصين.

بكين, May 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — تُعَد شركة Luoyang Bearing Group Co., Ltd.، التي تقع في مدينة لويانغ بمقاطعة خنان وسط الصين، واحدة من شركات التصنيع التقليدية التي استثمرت بقوة في البحث العلمي والتكنولوجي، وحققت تقدمًا ملحوظًا في مجال التحديث الصناعي خلال السنوات الأخيرة.

أنشأت الشركة منصة اختبار رائدة محليًا للمَحامِل تُستخدم في قطاعات الطيران، وتوليد طاقة الرياح، والقطارات فائقة السرعة، ومركبات الطاقة الجديدة، كما نجحت في تنفيذ الرقمنة الكاملة لمنتجاتها بدءًا من التصميم واختيار المواد وصولاً إلى الإنتاج والتسليم، وذلك من خلال تطبيق تقنيات مثل شبكة الجيل الخامس (5G) في إنترنت الأشياء للقطاع الصناعي.

أنجزت الشركة 13 إنجازًا علميًا وتكنولوجيًا متوافقًا مع المعايير الدولية، وذلك خلال فترة الخطة الخمسية الرابعة عشرة (2021–2025). وتستحوذ مَحامِل الطواحين الهوائية الرئيسية التي تنتجها الشركة حاليًا على ما يزيد عن 40% من حصة السوق المحلية.

قال الرئيس الصيني Xi Jinping، خلال زيارته للشركة، في إطار جولته التفقدية في المقاطعة يوم الإثنين: “إن التصنيع الحديث يعتمد على تمكين العلوم والتكنولوجيا”، داعيًا إلى بذل مزيد من الجهود لتحقيق إنجازات جوهرية في التكنولوجيا والسير بخطى ثابتة نحو الابتكار الذاتي.

أكّد الرئيس الصيني على ثقته التامة بدفع عجلة التنمية عالية الجودة وتعزيز كفاءة الحوكمة، داعيًا مقاطعة خنان إلى الانطلاق نحو مرحلة جديدة من مسيرة التحديث في الصين.

تعزيز التنمية عالية الجودة

احتضنت مقاطعة خنان نحو 10.94 مليون كيان تجاري من مختلف الأنشطة والأنواع بحلول نهاية عام 2023. وقد ساهم عدد من هذه الكيانات بشكل متواصل في خلق زخم تنموي جديد من خلال تبني نظام اقتصادي دائري منخفض الكربون وصديق للبيئة، ما أسهم بفعالية في خفض التكاليف البيئية والموارد وعزز من إمكاناتها التنموية.

كشفت المقاطعة عن 27 مختبرًا إقليميًا وستة معاهد إقليمية لأبحاث التكنولوجيا الصناعية، والتي أصبحت منصات أساسية لتطوير قوى إنتاج جديدة وعالية الكفاءة.

تركّز المختبرات الـ 27 على عدة مجالات متقدمة، مثل المواد الجديدة، والطاقة المتجددة، والطب الحيوي، وتكنولوجيا الغذاء، وعلم الأحياء النانوي. كما نجحت هذه المختبرات في تحقيق التكامل بين الإنتاج والدراسة والبحث والتطبيق، لتؤدي دورًا رئيسيًا في تحوّل الصناعات التقليدية وتحديثها، ودعم التنمية عالية الجودة للصناعات الاستراتيجية الناشئة.

تضم المقاطعة 12,000 مؤسسة عالية التقنية، وقد بلغ متوسط معدل النمو السنوي لحجم معاملات عقود التكنولوجيا 62.3%.

أصدرت المقاطعة مؤخرًا خطة عمل لتعزيز التنمية عالية الجودة للاقتصاد الخاص، والتي تهدف إلى زيادة الدعم المقدم لمؤسسات القطاع الخاص في مجالات مثل التحول والتحديث، والابتكار، وتطوير الأسواق، واستقطاب الكفاءات، والاستثمار في البحث والتطوير.

قال Xi إنه ينبغي على المقاطعة الاعتماد على الابتكار العلمي والتكنولوجي لتطوير قوى إنتاج جديدة عالية الجودة تتوافق مع الظروف المحلية، ولتعزيز دعم النظام الصناعي الحديث لدفع عجلة التنمية عالية الجودة.

زار الرئيس Xi، خلال جولته التفقدية، معبد الحصان الأبيض (White Horse Temple)، الذي يعود تأسيسه إلى عهد أسرة هان الشرقية (25–220)، بالإضافة إلى كهوف لونغمن (Longmen Grottoes)، المُدرجة ضمن مواقع التراث العالمي لليونسكو والتي يعود تاريخها لأكثر من 1500 عام، حيث استعرض الجهود المبذولة محليًا في مجال الحفاظ على الثقافة الصينية وتوارثها.

أشار Xi إلى إن دمج الثقافة والسياحة يحمل فرصًا واعدة، ويتطلب بذل الجهود لدفع عجلة التنمية عالية الجودة لهذا القطاع وتحويله إلى صناعة ركيزة تُسهم في رفاهية المواطنين وتُثري حياتهم.

تحسين كفاءة الحوكمة

ترأس الرئيس Xi ندوة حول التنمية الاقتصادية والاجتماعية في الصين في أواخر شهر أبريل خلال فترة الخطة الخمسية الخامسة عشرة (2026–2030)، حيث حَثّ على ضرورة إيلاء اهتمام أكبر لتحقيق الأمن والتنمية معًا، وتعزيز التفاعل الإيجابي بين التنمية عالية الجودة والأمن فائق المستوى من خلال الحوكمة عالية الكفاءة.

واصلت مقاطعة خنان تحسين مستوى الممارسة القائمة على القانون والذكاء والمهنية على المستوى المحلي، وعززت شعور الناس بالكَسْب والسعادة والأمن.

تسعى الحكومات المحلية من خلال الحوكمة الذكية إلى الارتقاء بمستوى الخدمات العامة. على سبيل المثال، ساعد الذكاء الاصطناعي الحكومات المحلية في جمع الاستفسارات المتعلقة بمعيشة الناس وتنظيمها وفرزها بشكل أسرع وتقديم حلول أكثر فعالية.

اتخذت المقاطعة أيضًا تدابير ملموسة لمعالجة الإجراءات الشكلية غير المجدية والبيروقراطية، بهدف التخفيف الفعّال من الأعباء على المستويات المحلية، من خلال توحيد شؤون العمل القروي (المجتمعي) وإجراءات المعاملات ومتطلبات التصديق.

وبعيدًا عن مقاطعة خنان، أحرزت البلاد تقدمًا سريعًا في مجال الحوكمة الإلكترونية، من خلال إطلاق منصات موحدة للخدمات الحكومية وخدمات عامة افتراضية، بهدف رفع كفاءة الإدارة وتحديث منظومة الحوكمة.

شَدَّدَ Xi على أهمية الارتقاء بمستوى الحوكمة الاجتماعية، داعيًا إلى بذل مزيد من الجهود لتحسين مستوى الخدمات العامة، وتفعيل دور سيادة القانون في تنظيم الحوكمة الاجتماعية وحمايتها، وتعزيز تدابير الوقاية والرقابة الشاملة لضمان الأمن الاجتماعي.

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CGTN: Wie China eine qualitativ hochwertige Entwicklung und eine hocheffiziente Verwaltung fördert, um die Modernisierung voranzutreiben

CGTN hat einen Artikel über die Inspektionsreise des chinesischen Präsidenten Xi Jinping in der zentralchinesischen Provinz Henan veröffentlicht. Der Artikel konzentriert sich auf die Bemühungen der Provinz, eine qualitativ hochwertige Entwicklung zu fördern und die Effizienz der Verwaltung zu verbessern, und hebt hervor, dass der chinesische Präsident betonte, dass eine qualitativ hochwertige Entwicklung von grundlegender Bedeutung ist, um die Modernisierung Chinas voranzutreiben.

BEIJING, May 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Die Luoyang Bearing Group Co., Ltd. mit Sitz in Luoyang in der zentralchinesischen Provinz Henan ist ein traditionelles Produktionsunternehmen, das in den letzten Jahren stark in wissenschaftliche und technologische Forschung investiert und bedeutende Fortschritte bei der industriellen Modernisierung gemacht hat.

Das Unternehmen hat eine führende inländische Plattform für die Prüfung von Lagern für die Luft– und Raumfahrt, die Windenergieerzeugung, Hochgeschwindigkeitszüge und Fahrzeuge mit neuer Energie aufgebaut und durch die Anwendung von Technologien wie dem industriellen Internet der Dinge (5G) die vollständige Digitalisierung von Produkten vom Entwurf über die Materialauswahl und die Produktion bis hin zur Auslieferung realisiert.

Im Zeitraum des 14. Fünfjahresplans (2021–2025) hat das Unternehmen 13 wissenschaftlich–technologische Errungenschaften erzielt, die internationale Standards erreichen. Seine Hauptlager für Windturbinen haben inzwischen einen Anteil von über 40 Prozent am heimischen Markt.

„Die moderne Produktion beruht auf der Befähigung im wissenschaftlich–technologischen Bereich“, sagte der chinesische Staatspräsident Xi Jinping am Montag bei einem Besuch des Unternehmens im Rahmen einer Inspektionsreise durch die Provinz und rief zu größeren Anstrengungen bei der Suche nach grundlegenden technologischen Durchbrüchen und dem Streben nach einem Weg der unabhängigen Innovation auf.

Er unterstrich das unerschütterliche Vertrauen in die Förderung einer qualitativ hochwertigen Entwicklung und die Verbesserung der Effizienz der Verwaltung und forderte Henan auf, ein neues Kapitel bei der Förderung der chinesischen Modernisierung aufzuschlagen.

Förderung einer qualitativ hochwertigen Entwicklung

Ende 2023 gab es in Henan etwa 10,94 Millionen Unternehmen verschiedener Art. Einige von ihnen haben kontinuierlich neue Entwicklungsimpulse gesetzt, indem sie sich auf den Aufbau eines grünen, kohlenstoffarmen und kreislauforientierten Wirtschaftssystems konzentriert haben, um die Ressourcen– und Umweltkosten der Entwicklung effektiv zu senken und ihr Entwicklungspotenzial zu steigern.

Die Provinz hat 27 provinziale Labors und sechs provinziale Forschungsinstitute für industrielle Technologien eröffnet, die zu wichtigen Plattformen für die Entwicklung neuer qualitativer Produktionskräfte geworden sind.

Die 27 Labore konzentrieren sich auf mehrere Spitzenbereiche wie neue Materialien, neue Energie, Biomedizin, Lebensmitteltechnologie und Nanobiologie. Sie haben außerdem Produktion, Studium, Forschung und Anwendung integriert und spielen eine wichtige Rolle bei der Umwandlung und Aufwertung traditioneller Industrien und der hochwertigen Entwicklung strategischer neuer Industrien.

In der Provinz gibt es 12.000 Hightech–Unternehmen, und die durchschnittliche jährliche Wachstumsrate des Transaktionsvolumens von Technologieverträgen hat 62,3 Prozent erreicht.

Die Provinz hat kürzlich einen Aktionsplan zur Förderung einer qualitativ hochwertigen Entwicklung der Privatwirtschaft herausgegeben, der darauf abzielt, die Unterstützung für Privatunternehmen in Bereichen wie Umwandlung und Modernisierung, Innovation, Marktentwicklung, Einführung von Talenten und Investitionen in Forschung und Entwicklung zu erhöhen.

Geleitet von wissenschaftlich–technologischer Innovation sollte die Provinz neue, qualitativ hochwertige Produktivkräfte im Einklang mit den lokalen Bedingungen entwickeln und die Unterstützung für das moderne Industriesystem verstärken, um eine hochwertige Entwicklung zu fördern, erklärt Xi.

Während der Inspektionstour besuchte Xi auch den Tempel des Weißen Pferdes, der ursprünglich während der Östlichen Han–Dynastie (25–220) erbaut wurde, sowie die Longmen–Grotten, eine über 1.500 Jahre alte UNESCO–Welterbestätte. Zudem informierte er sich über die lokalen Bemühungen zur Erhaltung und Weitergabe der chinesischen Kultur.

Laut Xi birgt die Integration von Kultur und Tourismus ein großes Potenzial und erfordert Anstrengungen, um die hochwertige Entwicklung des Sektors zu fördern und ihn zu einer Säule der Industrie zu machen, die den Menschen zugute kommt und ihr Leben bereichert.

Verbesserung der Effizienz der Verwaltung

Ende April leitete Xi ein Symposium über die wirtschaftliche und soziale Entwicklung Chinas im 15. Fünfjahresplan (2026–2030), auf dem er darauf drängte, sowohl die Entwicklung als auch die Sicherheit zu gewährleisten und die positive Wechselwirkung zwischen hochwertiger Entwicklung und hoher Sicherheit durch eine hocheffiziente Verwaltung zu fördern.

Die Provinz Henan hat das Niveau der gesetzesbasierten Praxis, die Intelligenz und die Professionalität der Verwaltung an der Basis weiter verbessert und den Menschen ein Gefühl von Gewinn, Zufriedenheit und Sicherheit vermittelt.

Durch intelligente Verwaltung verbessern die lokalen Behörden die Qualität der öffentlichen Dienstleistungen. Der Einsatz von künstlicher Intelligenz hat es den lokalen Behörden beispielsweise ermöglicht, Anfragen zur Lebenssituation der Menschen schneller zu erfassen, zu organisieren und zu kategorisieren und effizienter Lösungen anzubieten.

Die Provinz hat auch konkrete Maßnahmen ergriffen, um überflüssige Formalitäten und bürokratische Hürden zu beseitigen und die Belastung der Bevölkerung durch die Vereinheitlichung der Arbeitsabläufe in den Dörfern (Gemeinden), der Verfahren und der Zertifizierungsverfahren wirksam zu verringern.

Über Henan hinaus hat das Land die elektronische Verwaltung rasch vorangetrieben, indem es Plattformen für Behördendienste aus einer Hand und virtuelle öffentliche Dienste eingeführt hat, um die Effizienz der Verwaltung zu steigern und die Verwaltung zu modernisieren.

Xi betonte die Notwendigkeit, die soziale Verwaltung zu verbessern, und rief dazu auf, das Niveau der öffentlichen Dienstleistungen zu erhöhen, die Rolle der Rechtsstaatlichkeit bei der Regulierung und Sicherung der sozialen Verwaltung voll zur Geltung zu bringen und umfassende Präventions– und Kontrollmaßnahmen zur Gewährleistung der sozialen Sicherheit zu verstärken.

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CGTN: Como a China impulsiona o desenvolvimento de alta qualidade e a governança de alta eficiência da modernização

A CGTN publicou um artigo sobre a visita de inspeção do presidente chinês Xi Jinping na província de Yunnan, no sudoeste da China. Concentrando–se nos esforços da província para impulsionar o desenvolvimento de alta qualidade e aumentar a eficiência da governança, o artigo destaca o presidente chinês enfatizando que o desenvolvimento de alta qualidade é fundamental para o avanço da modernização chinesa.

PEQUIM, May 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Localizada em Luoyang, na província de Henan, no centro da China, o Luoyang Bearing Group Co., Ltd. é uma empresa de fabricação tradicional que tem investido pesadamente em pesquisa científica e tecnológica, alcançando progressos significativos na modernização industrial nos últimos anos.

A empresa desenvolveu uma plataforma doméstica líder para teste de rolamentos para os setores aeroespacial, geração de energia eólica, ferrovias de alta velocidade e veículos de nova energia, e realizou a digitalização completa de produtos, desde o design, seleção de materiais e produção até a entrega, aplicando tecnologias como a Internet das Coisas Industrial 5G.

Durante o 14º Plano Quinquenal (2021–2025), a empresa realizou 13 conquistas em ciência e tecnologia que alcançaram padrões internacionais. Seus rolamentos principais de turbinas eólicas agora detêm mais de 40% da participação no mercado doméstico.

“A manufatura moderna depende do empoderamento da ciência e da tecnologia”, disse o presidente chinês, Xi Jinping, na segunda–feira, quando visitou a empresa durante a inspeção da província, pedindo maiores esforços na busca de avanços tecnológicos essenciais e na busca de um caminho de inovação independente.

Ele ressaltou a confiança inabalável em impulsionar o desenvolvimento de alta qualidade e aumentar a eficiência da governança, instando Henan a abrir um novo capítulo no avanço da modernização chinesa.

Intensificação do desenvolvimento de alta qualidade

No final de 2023, Henan era a base de aproximadamente 10,94 milhões de entidades empresariais de vários tipos. Várias deles criaram continuamente um novo impulso para o desenvolvimento, concentrando–se na criação de um sistema econômico verde, de baixo carbono e circular, reduzindo efetivamente os custos ambientais e os recursos do desenvolvimento, e aumentando seu potencial de desenvolvimento.

A província inaugurou 27 laboratórios provinciais e seis institutos provinciais de pesquisa de tecnologia industrial, que se tornaram plataformas importantes para o desenvolvimento de novas forças produtivas de qualidade.

Os 27 laboratórios se concentram em vários campos de ponta, como novos materiais, novas energias, biomedicina, tecnologia de alimentos e nanobiologia. Eles também integraram produção, estudo, pesquisa e aplicação, desempenhando um papel importante na transformação e atualização das indústrias tradicionais e no desenvolvimento de alta qualidade de indústrias emergentes estratégicas.

Existem 12.000 empresas de alta tecnologia na província, e a taxa média anual de crescimento do volume de transações de contratos de tecnologia atingiu 62,3%.

A província divulgou recentemente um plano de ação para promover o desenvolvimento de alta qualidade da economia privada, com o objetivo de aumentar o apoio às empresas privadas em áreas como transformação e atualização, inovação, desenvolvimento de mercado, introdução de talentos, e investimento em pesquisa e desenvolvimento.

Guiada pela inovação científica e tecnológica, a província deve desenvolver novas forças produtivas de qualidade de acordo com as condições locais e aumentar o apoio ao sistema industrial moderno para promover o desenvolvimento de alta qualidade, disse Xi.

Durante a visita de inspeção, Xi também visitou o Templo do Cavalo Branco, originalmente construído durante a Dinastia Han Oriental (25–220), e as Grutas de Longmen, um Patrimônio Mundial da UNESCO com mais de 1.500 anos, sendo informado sobre os esforços locais para preservar e herdar a cultura chinesa.

Xi disse que a integração da cultura e do turismo tem um grande potencial e requer esforços para promover o desenvolvimento de alta qualidade do setor e transformá–lo em uma indústria pilar que beneficie as pessoas e enriqueça suas vidas.

Melhoria da eficiência da governança

No final de abril, Xi presidiu um simpósio sobre o desenvolvimento econômico e social da China no 15º período do Plano Quinquenal (2026–2030), onde pediu maior ênfase na garantia de desenvolvimento e segurança, e na promoção da interação positiva entre o desenvolvimento de alta qualidade e a segurança de alto nível por meio de uma governança de alta eficiência.

A Província de Henan continuou a aprimorar o nível de prática baseada na lei, inteligência e profissionalismo da governança de base, aumentando o senso de ganho, felicidade e segurança das pessoas.

Capacitados pela governança inteligente, os governos locais estão aumentando a qualidade dos serviços públicos. Por exemplo, o uso da inteligência artificial permitiu que os governos locais coletassem, organizassem e categorizassem consultas relacionadas aos meios de subsistência das pessoas com mais rapidez e oferecessem soluções com mais eficiência.

A província também tomou medidas concretas para corrigir formalidades e burocracia inúteis com o objetivo de reduzir efetivamente a carga sobre as bases, padronizando os assuntos de trabalho da aldeia (comunidade), procedimentos e questões de certificação.

Além de Henan, o país avançou rapidamente na governança eletrônica, introduzindo plataformas completas de serviços governamentais e serviços públicos virtuais para aumentar a eficiência administrativa e modernizar a governança.

Enfatizando a necessidade de melhorar a governança social, Xi pediu esforços para o aprimoramento dos níveis de serviço público, pleno desempenho do papel do Estado de direito na regulação e salvaguarda da governança social, e aprimoramento de medidas abrangentes de prevenção e controle para garantia da segurança social.

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CGTN : Comment la Chine entreprend des efforts de modernisation via la stimulation d’un développement de haute qualité et d’une gouvernance efficace

CGTN publie un article sur la tournée d’inspection du Président chinois Xi Jinping dans la province du Henan, située au centre du pays. L’article met l’accent sur les efforts déployés par la province pour stimuler un développement de haute qualité et améliorer l’efficacité de la gouvernance, et souligne que le Président chinois a insisté sur le fait qu’un développement de haute qualité était indispensable à la modernisation de la Chine.

PÉKIN, 22 mai 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Située à Luoyang, dans la province du Henan, au centre de la Chine, Luoyang Bearing Group Co., Ltd. est une entreprise de fabrication traditionnelle qui a investi massivement dans la recherche scientifique et technologique. Au cours des dernières années, elle a réalisé des progrès significatifs en matière de modernisation industrielle.

L’entreprise a mis en place une plateforme nationale de pointe pour tester les paliers destinés à l’aérospatiale, à l’énergie éolienne, aux trains à grande vitesse et aux véhicules à énergie nouvelle. Elle a également réalisé la numérisation complète de ses produits, de la conception à la livraison en passant par la sélection des matériaux et la production, grâce à des technologies telles que l’Internet industriel des objets 5G.

Au cours de la période couverte par le 14e Plan quinquennal (2021–2025), l’entreprise a réalisé 13 avancées scientifiques et technologiques répondant aux normes internationales. Ses principaux paliers pour éoliennes détiennent désormais plus de 40 % des parts du marché national.

Lundi, à l’occasion d’une tournée d’inspection dans la province, le Président chinois Xi Jinping a déclaré : « La fabrication moderne repose sur l’autonomisation scientifique et technologique ». Il a appelé à redoubler d’efforts dans la quête de percées technologiques fondamentales et dans la poursuite d’une voie d’innovation indépendante.

Il a réaffirmé sa confiance inébranlable dans la promotion d’un développement de haute qualité et l’amélioration de l’efficacité de la gouvernance, exhortant la province du Henan à ouvrir un nouveau chapitre dans la modernisation de la Chine.

Stimuler un développement de haute qualité

À la fin de l’année 2023, la province du Henan dénombrait environ 10,94 millions d’entités commerciales de types variés. Plusieurs d’entre elles ont poursuivi la création d’une nouvelle dynamique de développement en mettant l’accent sur la mise en place d’un système économique circulaire vert, sobre en carbone, réduisant ainsi efficacement les coûts liés à l’environnement et aux ressources du développement et renforçant leur potentiel de développement.

La province a inauguré 27 laboratoires provinciaux et six instituts provinciaux de recherche en technologie industrielle, qui sont devenus des plateformes cruciales pour le développement de nouvelles forces productives de qualité.

Les 27 laboratoires se concentrent sur plusieurs domaines de pointe, tels que les nouveaux matériaux, les nouvelles énergies, la biomédecine, la technologie de l’alimentation et la nanobiologie. Ils ont également intégré la production, l’étude, la recherche et l’application, jouant ainsi un rôle majeur dans la transformation et la modernisation des industries traditionnelles et le développement de haute qualité des secteurs industriels émergents stratégiques.

La province dénombre 12 000 entreprises de haute technologie et le taux de croissance annuel moyen du volume des contrats technologiques a atteint 62,3 pour cent.

La province a récemment publié un plan d’action visant à promouvoir le développement de haute qualité de l’économie privée, dans le but d’accroître le soutien aux entreprises privées dans des domaines tels que la transformation et la modernisation, l’innovation, le développement des marchés, l’attraction de talents et l’investissement dans la recherche et le développement.

« Mue par l’innovation scientifique et technologique, la province doit développer de nouvelles forces productives de qualité adaptées aux conditions locales et renforcer son soutien au système industriel moderne afin de promouvoir un développement de haute qualité », a déclaré Xi Jinping.

Au cours de sa tournée d’inspection, Xi Jinping a également visité le temple du Cheval Blanc, construit à l’origine sous la dynastie des Han orientaux (25–220), et les grottes de Longmen, un site classé au patrimoine mondial de l’UNESCO vieux de plus de 1 500 ans, où il a pu découvrir les initiatives locales en faveur de la préservation et de la transmission de la culture chinoise.

Xi Jinping a déclaré que l’intégration de la culture et du tourisme renfermait un potentiel formidable et exigeait des efforts pour promouvoir le développement de haute qualité du secteur et en faire une industrie phare susceptible de profiter aux habitants et d’améliorer leur existence.

Améliorer l’efficacité de la gouvernance

Fin avril, Xi Jinping a présidé un symposium sur le développement économique et social de la Chine au cours de la période du 15e Plan quinquennal (2026–2030), où il a appelé à mettre davantage l’accent sur la garantie du développement et de la sécurité et à promouvoir l’interaction positive entre un développement de haute qualité et un niveau élevé de sécurité grâce à une gouvernance efficace.

La province du Henan a poursuivi l’amélioration du niveau de pratique fondée sur le droit, de l’intelligence et du professionnalisme de la gouvernance locale et a pu renforcer le sentiment de satisfaction, de bonheur et de sécurité de la population.

Grâce à une gouvernance intelligente, les autorités locales améliorent la qualité des services publics. Par exemple, l’utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle a permis aux autorités locales de collecter, d’organiser et de classer plus rapidement les demandes liées aux conditions de vie de la population et de proposer des solutions plus efficaces.

La province a également pris des mesures concrètes pour supprimer les formalités et la bureaucratie inutiles afin de réduire efficacement la charge qui pèse sur les populations locales en normalisant les affaires, les procédures et les questions de certification relatives au travail dans les villages (communautés).

Au–delà de la province du Henan, le pays a rapidement fait progresser la gouvernance électronique, en mettant en place des plateformes de services administratifs à guichet unique et des services publics virtuels visant à améliorer l’efficacité administrative et à moderniser la gouvernance.

Tout en mettant en exergue la nécessité de renforcer la gouvernance sociale, Xi Jinping a appelé à redoubler d’efforts pour améliorer les services publics, tirer pleinement parti du rôle de l’État de droit dans la régulation et la sauvegarde de la gouvernance sociale, et renforcer les mesures globales de prévention et de contrôle visant à garantir la sécurité sociale.

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The #ChurchToo Movement: A Wake-Up Call for the Modern Church

While #MeToo exposed abuse in secular spaces, #ChurchToo was distinct because it confronted the deep moral and spiritual betrayal that occurs when abuse happens within faith communities

Donna Nyadete facilitating a SASA! Faith session with women in church leadership in Harare

By Donna Nyadete
May 22 2025 – I was researching the role of the church in addressing contemporary issues such as gender-based violence, climate change, and social justice when I came across the #ChurchToo movement—and I got really excited. Not because the stories were easy to read (they weren’t), but because this movement was a bold, necessary conversation that faith communities could no longer ignore.

 

Understanding #MeToo and #ChurchToo

In 2017, the #MeToo movement exploded on social media, shedding light on the widespread reality of sexual harassment and abuse across various industries. What started as a conversation about workplace misconduct quickly evolved into a global reckoning, as survivors from all walks of life began sharing their stories.

Inspired by #MeToo, the #ChurchToo movement emerged as survivors began to share their experiences of abuse within religious spaces. Some had suffered at the hands of clergy or church leaders. Others had been dismissed, shamed, or told to “pray about it” when they sought help

The movement forced institutions—corporations, entertainment industries, governments—to confront uncomfortable truths about power, silence, and complicity.

Soon, faith communities began to ask: what about the church?

The church has long been seen as a place of refuge, a sanctuary for the weary and wounded. Yet, for many survivors of sexual violence, it has been anything but safe. Instead of finding support, many survivors were met with silence, blame, or even the protection of their abusers.

Inspired by #MeToo, the #ChurchToo movement emerged as survivors began to share their experiences of abuse within religious spaces. Some had suffered at the hands of clergy or church leaders. Others had been dismissed, shamed, or told to “pray about it” when they sought help. Many had been taught that submission and silence were godly responses, even in the face of harm.

 

What Made #ChurchToo Unique?

While #MeToo exposed abuse in secular spaces, #ChurchToo was distinct because it confronted the deep moral and spiritual betrayal that occurs when abuse happens within faith communities. Religious institutions are built on trust, authority, and sacred teachings. When these are manipulated to justify or conceal abuse, the damage is not just physical or emotional—it is spiritual.

The movement forced churches to grapple with difficult questions:

  • Why had so many cases of abuse been covered up?
  • How had misinterpretations of scripture contributed to silence and victim-blaming?
  • What structures needed to change to ensure that churches became places of safety, not harm?

One of the most significant outcomes of #ChurchToo was the exposure of systemic cover-ups in high-profile religious institutions. Investigations revealed patterns of churches protecting abusers rather than survivors, prioritizing reputation over justice. This led to increased calls for accountability, transparency, and survivor-centred approaches to handling abuse allegations.

 

The Positive Outcomes of #ChurchToo

Though painful, the movement has led to tangible changes in many faith communities:

  • Survivors Found Their Voices: Many who had been silent for years felt empowered to share their stories, knowing they were not alone. This broke the isolation that often surrounds abuse.
  • Churches Began to Take Accountability: Some denominations implemented stricter policies for handling abuse cases, ensuring that allegations were taken seriously and not dismissed under the guise of “forgiveness.”
  • Harmful Theologies Were Challenged: The movement prompted deeper theological reflection on teachings that have enabled abuse—such as distorted views on submission, purity culture, and male headship. More pastors began re-examining how scripture is taught, ensuring that messages of justice, dignity, and equality are at the forefront.
  • Women’s Leadership Was Amplified: Recognizing that silencing women had contributed to a culture of impunity, many churches made efforts to include more women in leadership, decision-making, and pastoral care roles.

 

The Church as Part of the Problem—And the Solution

For the past six years, I’ve worked with churches through SASA! Faith, helping them prevent GBV from a faith perspective. And I’ve seen both sides of this issue. On one hand, churches can be places of healing, community, and radical transformation. On the other, they have often been complicit—whether through silence, harmful teachings, or outright cover-ups.

But here’s the truth: the church doesn’t have to be part of the problem. It can be part of the solution. And in many places, we’re already seeing that happen.

 

Change Starts in Local Communities

In our work with SASA! Faith, we’ve seen firsthand how churches can move from passive bystanders to active responders. I remember one pastor who, after engaging with the program, realized that his past sermons had unintentionally discouraged women from speaking out about abuse. He made a commitment to preach differently, to listen more, and to ensure that his church became a place of refuge, not a place of shame.

In another community, women who once felt invisible in church decision-making are now leading conversations on governance, shaping policies that prioritize safety and inclusion. Men, too, are engaging—not just as allies, but as co-labourers in the fight against GBV.

Building on this momentum, we also implemented the Speak Out Campaign in collaboration with the Zimbabwe Heads of Christian Denominations (ZHOCD). This advocacy initiative sought to normalize conversations on GBV within faith spaces, encouraging church leaders and congregants to break the silence and address the issue openly. Through sermons, discussions, and media engagements, the campaign challenged harmful beliefs that perpetuate violence and promoted a theology that upholds the dignity and safety of all people. The response was powerful—many faith leaders who had previously avoided the topic began speaking out, survivors felt heard, and churches started taking concrete steps toward becoming safer spaces. Check here

 

A Necessary Discomfort

The #ChurchToo movement has been uncomfortable for many faith communities, but that discomfort is necessary. It forces us to ask hard questions:

  • Are we truly reflecting Christ’s love in how we respond to survivors?
  • Are we willing to challenge traditions that have allowed abuse to go unchecked?
  • Do we see women as equal partners in the life and leadership of the church?

There is still so much work to do, but we cannot afford to ignore this moment. The modern church has an opportunity—no, a responsibility—to be a leader in ending GBV. That starts with listening. It starts with believing survivors. And it starts with creating communities where justice, healing, and dignity are not just preached but practiced.

I’d love to hear from others doing this work. How has your faith community responded to #ChurchToo? What changes have you seen—or what challenges remain? Let’s keep the conversation going.

 

Donna Nyadete is a development practitioner specializing in the intersection of gender and faith

 

Falcon Signs Three-Year Agreement with Toll Group for Hangar and Global Flight Support

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, May 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Falcon, part of Alex Group Investment, has been selected by Toll Group to provide hangar services in the UAE and worldwide flight support under a three–year agreement related to its government and defence operations.

The agreement covers the long–term parking of a Saab 340, a twin–engine aircraft commonly used for short–distance travel and government–related missions. With 13,705 square meters of space and 24/7 access, the Falcon Technic hangar is one of the largest private aircraft hangars in the United Arab Emirates and can easily accommodate multiple aircraft at once. It is also home to Falcon’s expert maintenance team, experienced in supporting complex aircraft operations.

In addition to hangar services, Toll is also working with Falcon’s flight support operations team for its global missions, recognising the convenience of having all services managed by a single provider. This includes managing flight planning, securing permits, handling ground services, supporting passengers and crew, as well as coordinating fuel. Centralising these services allows for faster decisions, fewer delays, and smoother operations wherever the aircraft needs to go.

Mr. Sultan Rashit Abdulla Rashit Al Shene, Founder & Chairman of Alex Group Investment, stated:
“We are proud to support established company like Toll. In government and defence, trust is built on control, speed, and clear processes. With strong procedures, a skilled team, and full operational support, Falcon provides the reliability these missions demand.”

About Falcon

Falcon is a premier aviation service provider, offering a one–stop–shop for all your aviation needs. Discover more at flyfalcon.com, Instagram and LinkedIn

About Toll Group

​​​​​Toll does more than just logistics – They move the businesses that move the world. With a team of 14,000 professionals, Toll is equipped to solve any logistics, transport or supply chain challenge – big or small. For more than 130 years, Toll has been supporting its customers with dedication and expertise. Today, the company serves more than 20,000 customers worldwide, operating across 500 sites in 29 markets, with a forwarding network spanning 150 countries. Toll is proudly part of Japan Post. 

Learn more at www.tollgroup.com.

Media Inquiries

Ines Nacerddine
Director of Marketing – Aviation
Alex Group Investment
Email: [email protected]

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