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Why the UN is worried about India’s population
India is set to overtake China as the world’s most populous country, but that’s got the UN worried about uneven population growth
India is on track to become the world’s most populous country next year, overtaking China.
According to the UN, the planet will be home to 8 billion people by November.
India will reach the milestone of 1.4 billion people, overtaking China.
But population growth has slowed down, according to the figures.
It is now at its slowest rate since 1950 and is set to peak around the 2080s at about 10.4bn
The UN warns that population growth is expanding unevenly, with more than half the growth happening in just eight countries.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Nigeria, Pakistan, the Philippines and Tanzania.
It comes as some of the world’s most developed economies are already seeing population decline as fertility rates fall below 2.1 children per woman.
India vs. China
With one of the lowest fertility rates in the world, China has announced that its population is due to start declining next year.
That’s much earlier than first thought.
It even comes after the country abandoned its controversial one child policy in 2016 and introduced incentives for couples to have two or more children.
As India’s population continues to grow it will almost certainly overtake China as the country with the biggest population in the world.
Fertility rates are falling globally – even in many of the countries where the population is expanding.
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Cyber security shifts redefine critical infrastructure in APAC
Cyber security evolution prompts redefinition of critical infrastructure in Asia Pacific amid rising digital threats
Cyber security evolution prompts redefinition of critical infrastructure in Asia Pacific amid rising digital threats.
– Cyber security incidents in Asia Pacific redefine critical infrastructure, expanding its scope beyond just industrial machinery.
– New strategies emphasise visibility to protect crucial sectors like banking, finance, and telecommunications from cyber threats.
The rise in cyber security incidents in Asia Pacific is reshaping the definition and protection of critical infrastructure. New digital and operational technology risks are prompting stakeholders to reconsider conventional beliefs that critical infrastructure is primarily industrial machinery behind high fences.
Michael Fisher from Garland Technology discusses this evolving landscape. Critical infrastructure now encompasses essential services such as banking, finance, and telecommunications, expanding beyond traditional definitions.
The convergence of IT and operational technology (OT) networks increases cyber security risks. Many OT services were not designed with cyber security in mind, leaving them vulnerable to cyber attacks. Industries most at risk include telecommunications, banking, finance, and utilities, where any disruption can significantly impact society.
Increased Visibility
Fisher highlights that traditional cyber security alone is insufficient to secure these infrastructures. Effective protection requires a new approach focused on visibility. Garland Technology’s mission is to provide visibility to upstream cyber security platforms, eliminating blind spots.
Governments and businesses must recognise their roles in combatting cyber threats. Australia’s Security of Critical Infrastructure Act is a step towards increasing corporate responsibility in recognising critical infrastructure and ensuring compliance with security measures.
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Electric vehicles transform last mile delivery market
Australia’s last-mile delivery is rapidly adopting electric vehicles, fueled by green initiatives and insights from expert Joe Sofra.
Australia’s last-mile delivery is rapidly adopting electric vehicles, fueled by green initiatives and insights from expert Joe Sofra.
The shift towards electric vehicles (EVs) for last mile delivery is accelerating globally, with Australia expected to see significant growth.
Companies and retailers are increasingly adopting greener solutions, driven by supporting government initiatives.
Joe Sofra from ANC discussed the current state of the last mile EV market.
#ElectricVehicles #Sustainability #LastMileDelivery #Innovation #Australia
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Trump gives Hamas ultimatum for Gaza peace plan acceptance
Trump gives Hamas deadline to accept Gaza peace plan amid rising pressure from Arab states and ongoing conflict in the region
Trump gives Hamas deadline to accept Gaza peace plan amid rising pressure from Arab states and ongoing conflict in the region
– Trump gives Hamas three to four days to accept a U.S.-backed Gaza peace plan, warning of consequences.
– Hamas calls the plan biased and insists on a complete Israeli withdrawal before considering any agreement.
Trump stated that support for the plan came from both Israeli and Arab leaders, and he emphasised the need for Hamas to respond promptly. The proposal includes a ceasefire, hostage exchanges, an Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, and disarmament of Hamas, along with a transitional government.
A Hamas source described the plan as biased towards Israel and containing unacceptable conditions.
The group maintains that a complete Israeli withdrawal is a prerequisite for their agreement to any deal, while they are unwilling to disarm.
Pressure Mounts
Hamas faces significant pressure as foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Jordan, the UAE, Qatar, and Egypt have supported the initiative. Turkey’s intelligence head is also set to join discussions in Doha, marking a new level of mediation.
Despite expressing initial support, Netanyahu is cautious about the plan’s implications for Palestinian statehood and faces pressure from his coalition. Public sentiment in Gaza reflects a desire for peace, albeit with scepticism about the sincerity of both Trump and Netanyahu’s commitments.
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