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Los mapas de Los Ángeles destacan inversiones y subvenciones en infraestructura.
Environment

Creating Career Opportunities: Investing in Infrastructure for Overlooked Workers in Los Angeles

The document analyzes how infrastructure investments in Los Angeles can create job opportunities for disadvantaged workers, highlighting $5.9 billion in federal subsidies for 274 projects between 2022 and 2024. It is recommended to invest in sectoral associations for emission-free transportation and water quality, and in the training of a wide range of workers, including young people.

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December 17, 2025
Mapas de la región del Golfo con banderas diplomáticas e infraestructura.
Globalization

IMEC Gulf Network: Connecting Innovation and Progress

The IMEC network in the Gulf advances with the participation of Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Oman. The lack of diplomatic normalization between Saudi Arabia and Israel is the biggest obstacle. Bahrain’s inclusion would benefit the project with its ties to Saudi Arabia, its financial importance and its logistical potential. Oman’s inclusion would resolve security risks in the Strait of Hormuz.

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December 12, 2025
Gráficos que ilustran los Cinco I's de los indicadores de Resiliencia.
Environment

The Five Key Pillars for Climate Resilience.

The five pillars of climate resilience are: income, information, insurance, infrastructure and interventions. Poverty and climate vulnerability disproportionately affect low- and middle-income countries. The increase in per capita income is key to resilience, followed by knowledge and experience. Accurate information, effective insurance, solid infrastructure and social interventions are essential to mitigate climate change. Preparation and adaptation to climate shocks are crucial for a more resilient future.

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November 17, 2025
Una carretera sinuosa con múltiples controles de tráfico y retrasos por obras de construcción.
Environment

Simplifying Infrastructure Permitting

Reforming permits to build infrastructure in the U.S. is costly and slow. Building a mile of interstate highway tripled in the latter part of the 20th century and urban transportation costs three times more than in other developed countries. Essential projects such as renewable energy are delayed or canceled due to prolonged permits, affecting economic growth and energy transition. Reforming the National Environmental Policy Act is proposed to streamline permits, strengthen public engagement, and enhance state capacity.

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September 11, 2025