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Taiwan's Executive Yuan held its first tourism advisory meeting on January 22, 2024, focusing on strategies for tourism development, international market expansion, labor shortages, and sustainable tourism. The meeting involved 42 officials and private sector members, aiming to generate policy recommendations and development directions.

India has set ambitious targets for renewable energy (500 GW by the end of this decade) and net-zero carbon emissions for the railway by 2030. The Prime Minister highlighted India's commitment to green energy, noting that India was the first country to meet the Paris Agreement commitments, nine years ahead of schedule. He also mentioned the target of 20% ethanol blending in petrol by 2030, which India is set to achieve well before the deadline.

India's Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue focused on sustainable future with sessions on sustainable farming, and steering India towards a sustainable future. Experts from various fields shared their insights, and the event highlighted youth-focused initiatives in education, skill development, and entrepreneurship.

The Government of Canada has invested $500,000 in the Manitoba Theatre for Young People (MTYP) for renovations and modernization, including improving energy efficiency through LED lighting, HVAC systems, window and roof replacements. An additional $1.8 million has been contributed through the Canada Cultural Spaces Fund and Infrastructure Canada’s Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program.

India's Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports organized the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue from January 10-12, 2025. One of the ten identified themes was \"Steering India Towards a Sustainable Future.\" 3000 young leaders presented innovative solutions for a developed India to policymakers and the Prime Minister.

Taiwan's Craft Center launched the \"City Craft Journey\" project. The project partners with businesses using ESG as a core principle to create a sustainable future for crafts.

The Al Dhafra Grand Kingfish Championship, held in Abu Dhabi from January 10-12, 2025, aims to preserve the UAE’s marine heritage, encourage traditional fishing, promote tourism, and support the local economy. The championship, organized by the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority, Abu Dhabi Sports Council, and Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club, offered a total cash prize of AED1,168,000.

Taiwan's Craft Center launched the "City Craft Travel" project, collaborating with enterprises to use ESG as the core to create a sustainable future for crafts. The initiative focuses on sustainability within the craft industry.

Hong Kong-based i2Cool applied its electricity-free cooling paint to 9,700 square meters of the Hong Kong Coliseum's rooftop and side walls, resulting in a 24°C average surface temperature reduction in summer and an estimated annual electricity saving of 300,000 kWh, equivalent to a 150-ton carbon emission reduction. This aligns with Hong Kong's 2050 carbon neutrality goals and was supported by the Environment and Ecology Bureau and the Architectural Services Department.

Taiwan has implemented a new reference guideline for identifying sustainable economic activities, now including the agriculture and forestry sectors.

Taiwan has implemented a new reference guideline for recognizing sustainable economic activities, which now includes agriculture and forestry.

Taiwan has raised its carbon emissions reduction target for 2030. The exact details of the new target were not specified in the provided text.

Taiwan's Environmental Protection Administration has updated its 2030 carbon reduction target, raising it to 26-30%. The Ministry of Environment also released a music album and animated MV, \"Green Lifestyle,\" promoting sustainable living.

Taiwan has extended its vehicle replacement subsidy program to reduce air pollutants. The program aims to reduce air pollution through the replacement of older vehicles with newer, cleaner models.

Taiwan's Taitung County star-watching campaign, \"Starry Taitung,\" won the Platinum Award at the 2024 Spark Design Awards. The campaign, held annually from May to September, offers free, guided stargazing events across various townships, some featuring bazaars and live music. This is the third consecutive year Taitung County has received international recognition for this event.

The UAE's Al Ain Zoo created the world's largest sentence from palm leaves, measuring 12 meters by 1.7 meters, to highlight sustainability and the cultural significance of palm trees. The palm leaves were sourced from sustainable pruning practices, aligning with Guinness World Records' sustainability criteria. This artwork was part of the Zoo's Nature Conservation Festival.

Taiwan's Kaohsiung City has successfully advanced its net-zero city initiative, with Mayor Chen Chi-mai establishing the city as a carbon asset city. Horticulturalists in Taiwan have also bred climate-resistant poinsettia varieties.

Taiwan's Kaohsiung City has successfully promoted its net-zero city initiatives, with Mayor Chen Chi-mai leading the effort to transform the city into a carbon asset city.

India and Kuwait elevated their bilateral relations to a ‘Strategic Partnership’, focusing on cooperation in political, trade, investment, defence, security, energy, culture, education, technology, and people-to-people ties. They agreed to enhance cooperation in the energy sector, exploring avenues beyond a buyer-seller relationship to include upstream and downstream collaborations. Kuwait's membership in the International Solar Alliance (ISA) signifies a step towards sustainable energy solutions.

FIFA awarded the 2030 World Cup to Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and South American countries, and the 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia. The decision has raised climate concerns due to the significant carbon footprint anticipated from travel and construction of new stadiums, particularly in Saudi Arabia, where 11 new stadiums are planned. The process has been criticized for prioritizing financial interests over environmental and human rights considerations.