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One third of the Eastern European and Central Asian workforce performs precarious jobs that include informal and vulnerable jobs, while approximately $65 billion in illicit cash leaves the region annually, according to a new report launched today by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

Alors que le chef de l'État tente de se réconcilier avec la gauche, de nouvelles confidences brouillent encore son image.

Trois soldats ont été tués ce mercredi matin dans l’attaque d’un poste de l’armée à Intangom, dans l’extrême nord du Burkina, près de la frontière avec le Mali. Les assaillants ont attaqué à l’aube, par surprise. Vers 5h du matin, ce mercredi 12 octobre, un nombre indéterminé d’hommes armés a pris d’assaut un détachement avancé de l’armée ...

Dans un texte général sur la politique publié jeudi, le conseil permanent de la Conférence des évêques de France estime qu’il faut « redéfinir » le contrat social.

le samuel beckett (P-61) de la marine irlandaise engagé en Méditerranée (crédit : MAE Irlande)

(B2) Depuis le premier déploiement d’un navire au centre de la Méditerranée en mai 2015, la marine irlandaise a permis de sauver 13.443 personnes en mer (dont 4.851 depuis janvier 2016). Un chiffre qui n’est pas inclus dans les chiffres de sauvetage des opérations de l’UE car l’Irlande ne participe pas à l’opération Frontex de façon directe (l’Irlande n’est pas membre de l’organisation européenne). « Le déploiement irlandais est réalisé sous forme d’un arrangement bilatéral direct avec l’Italie » a précisé un diplomate irlandais à B2. C’est le Samuel Becket (P-61) qui est en Méditerranée en ce moment. L’engagement irlandais a été un des plus constants depuis le début de la crise migratoire (avec l’engagement allemand, islandais et britannique).

Das deutsche Verfassungsgericht entscheidet heute darüber, ob die Regierung in Berlin dem geplanten Freihandelsabkommen zwischen der EU und Kanada zustimmen kann, noch bevor der Bundestag darüber…

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On October 11-12th, IPI held an event in Reykjavik to discuss the legacy of the historic meeting between the President of the United States Ronald Reagan and the General Secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union Mikhail Gorbachev of exactly thirty years earlier, and to see if and how the “spirit of Reykjavik” could inspire leaders of today to return to negotiations on arms control, reduce tensions between Russia and the West, and reignite the hope of nuclear weapons-free world.

The meeting took place in Höfdi House in the Icelandic capital where Mr. Gorbachev and Mr. Reagan had met for two days of intense negotiations in October 1986. American and Russian negotiators, who witnessed the event, stressed how “Reykjavik changed everything,” and how it marked the beginning of the end of the Cold War. They recalled the statement that the two leaders had agreed to, namely that “nuclear war cannot be won and must never be fought; our countries will not seek military superiority.”

Video messages were sent from George Shultz, who was US Secretary of State at the time, as well as Mikhail Gorbachev. In an impassioned statement, Mr. Gorbachev expressed concern and alarm at the current world situation. He warned that, “unless international affairs are put back on a normal track and international relations are demilitarized, the goal we jointly set at Reykjavik will become more distant rather than closer.” (Watch their full statements here.)

In opening remarks, the major of Reykjavik, Dagur Eggertson, and Iceland Foreign Minister Lilja Alfredsdottir recalled the impact of the meeting on their city and country, and the inspiration that it still holds today. Terje Rød-Larsen, President of IPI, praised the work that Iceland did at that time—with only ten days to prepare—to “make the impossible possible.” He also observed that the choice of location was instrumental for setting a mood that fostered openness and trust.

During a full day of discussions, participants—including current and former diplomats, politicians, arms control experts, academics, and representatives of civil society – recalled the negotiations that went on thirty years ago, and what lessons could be learned for today. Among the points raised was the importance of leadership, treating one’s adversary with decency and respect, and the need for trust. The need for dialogue, even—or especially—in difficult times was emphasized. Concerning the specifics of mediation, several participants underlined the importance of a suitable negotiating environment (like Höfdi House), as well as the combination of both high- and expert-level discussions.

In addition to looking at the past, the event focused on security and cooperation today, particularly relations between Russia and the West. Suggestions were made on how to de-escalate tensions, de-militarize relations, and return to diplomacy. There was also a focused discussion on conventional and nuclear arms control. Several participants warned that the unpredictable and unstructured relationship between nuclear powers created the most dangerous situation since the Cuban Missile Crisis. They suggested that although the time may not be ripe for high-level negotiations, preparations should be made so that ideas can be put forward when there is sufficient political will.

Over lunch, the participants were given a presentation on Iceland’s geo-strategic position between NATO and Russia by President Gudni Th. Johannesson.

Looking ahead, speakers warned of the increased complexity of nuclear issues because of a growing number of states that possess nuclear weapons, as well as malign non-state actors trying to acquire them. The danger of cyber threats to nuclear security was also raised. Participants underlined the need for greater education on arms control, as well as more active engagement of youth in initiatives designed to build trust and confidence.

While the situation today was characterized as unstable, bright spots were highlighted including cooperation among the great powers in the Iran nuclear talks. Participants were encouraged by former Icelandic President Olafur Ragnar Grimsson to never give up, and to keep alive the “spirit of Reykjavik” and the dream of a nuclear weapon-free world. “The Reykjavik summit of 1986 shows that we can change the world,” said Mr. Grimsson.

Related Coverage:
“Time to return to the Spirit of Reykjavik (1986)” Remarks by Ambassador Sergey Batsanov, October 13, 2016
“The Legacy of the Reykjavik Summit – The Road Ahead” (InDepthNews, October 13, 2016)
“Gorbachev calls for peace: Is there a path forward?” (Christian Science Monitor, October 12, 2016)
“Acting Under Secretary Tom Countryman Travels to Reykjavik, Iceland” Media Note (US Department of State, October 11, 2016)

In Russian:
Pozner Online, October 17, 2016
Gazeta, October 11, 2016
TASS Russian News Agency, October 10, 2016
Interfax, October 10, 2016
Lenta, October 10, 2016

Des commentaires du président, rapportés dans un livre écrit par des journalistes du « Monde » Fabrice Lhomme et Gérard Davet, présentent la magistrature comme « une institution de lâcheté ».

Le contre-point.

En dépit de la campagne pour la primaire, le premier secrétaire du PS veut multiplier les initiatives.

VIDÉO - Jeux de rôles, fiches, footings,... Chacun a sa méthode d'entraînement avant le débat de la primaire prévu ce jeudi soir sur TF1.

VIDÉO - Si chaque candidat à la primaire aura l'occasion d'exprimer sa personnalité et son projet lors du débat diffusé sur TF1, la gestion du temps de parole restera une difficulté de taille pour les participants.

Az év végéig csak Nagy-Britanniában, Franciaországban és Magyarországon lesz teljesen működőképes utasnyilvántartó rendszer – állapítja meg a biztonsági unió végrehajtásáról készült első havi jelentésében az Európai Bizottság.

Dernière réforme judiciaire du quinquennat, le texte prévoit notamment le divorce par consentement mutuel sans juge.

Le président de la République s'est encore confié à des journalistes, Fabrice Lhomme et Gérard Davet du «Monde» qui en ont tiré un livre, « Un président ne devrait pas dire ça... Les Secrets d'un quinquennat ».

source BSPP Grande unité de l’armée de Terre mise à la disposition du préfet de police pour emploi, la Brigade de sapeurs-pompiers de Paris (BSPP) est chargée d'assurer la protection des personnes et des biens dans Paris et dans trois départements de...

"You know, it's very difficult to have a dialogue with the incumbent US administration. There's almost no dialogue at all. What does it look like? The US administration sets forth its requirements and then insists we should meet them. This is no dialogue, this is some kind of dictate. And that is what's going on with almost each issue," Putin said

Le Français Christophe Bruneau est le nouveau patron du GEIE Europrop international (EPI), la
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