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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 21h

Why is the #GlobalSouth optimistic about #AI? Our analysis from UN's High-Level week shows developing nations seeing real opportunities in AI to drive sustainable development, if provided equitable access & capacity-building. See our new brief: www.southcentre.int/policy-brief...

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

We were pleased to meet Amb. Omar Zniber of Morocco to discuss areas of cooperation with the South Centre and how to further support efforts to put development at the centre of the international agenda.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

We were pleased to meet Amb. Matthew Wilson to discuss issues of relevance for #Barbados and the further cooperation of the South Centre to address Barbados' development needs.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Reform of the @wto.org will shape trade rules for years to come. Ahead of the General Council on 5-6 Oct, concern is growing over delayed reports, Members being discouraged from discussing them and a pace that leaves small missions behind. Developing countries need to be heard.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

NEW SouthViews: #IGC53 moved toward clearer objectives for the international instrument on #traditionalknowledge & traditional cultural expressions. There is still a long way to go, & coordination will be key. By Dr. Viviana Munoz Tellez www.southcentre.int/southviews-n... @wipo.int

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The Arabic translation of South Centre & WATAF Research Paper 226 "The Taxation of the Digital Economy in Practice: Digital Services Taxes and Other Measures" is now available: www.southcentre.int/research-pap...

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

The South Centre was pleased to receive Mr. Marcel Heijman, Head of Private Sector (DECM) at the Green Climate Fund, to explore avenues for institutional cooperation & discuss scaling up climate action & finance to support developing countries in tackling climate change.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

We were pleased to receive H.E. Amb. Muhammad Saeed Sarwar, Permanent Observer of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation to UN Office at Geneva & to discuss cooperation between the 2 organizations in support of international solidarity, multilateralism & South-South Cooperation.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

How can we ensure affected communities have a real voice in environmental investment disputes? A new study by the @gvagrad.bsky.social LLM for the South Centre explores pathways to reform third-party participation in #ISDS beyond traditional amicus curiae briefs.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

We were pleased to meet H.E Amb. Akram Sa’ud HARAHSHEH of Jordan to discuss areas of cooperation with the South Centre to support Jordan's development policies and its participation in ongoing negotiations in Geneva.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

The South Centre was pleased to sign an MoU with Zhongnan University of Economics and Law (ZUEL), China on: ✅ co-producing joint research relevant to the priorities of South Centre Member States ✅ Academic exchanges ✅ Internships and Fellowships

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

On 17 September, South Centre together with the Mission of Iran held a @wipo.int IGC53 side event on ratifying & implementing the #GRATK Treaty. A key takeaway is the growing momentum, marked by a new "Friends of GRATK" coalition pushing for entry into force. #TraditionalKnowledge

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Article in China Daily on "BRICS to give Global South greater role in AI governance" incorporates South Centre Executive Director Carlos Correa's expert commentary. Read: www.chinadailyhk.com/upload/main/...

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

At a South Centre curated conversation during the WTO Public Forum, Member States called for #WTO reform that puts development first. Read more: us5.campaign-archive.com?u=fa9cf38799...

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Our statement to the @who.int #IGWG8 calls for a Pathogen Access & Benefit-Sharing (PABS) system that makes equity enforceable. For the WHO #PandemicAgreement to deliver on equity, access & benefit sharing must stand on an equal footing. www.southcentre.int/south-centre...

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The South Centre | South Centre Statement to the Open-ended IGWG8, 14 September 2026

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

The Co-Chairs’ Summary from the 1st UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance has been released, noting 4 areas of emerging convergence. See our statement to the Dialogue & our work on #AI and its impacts on the #GlobalSouth ➡️ www.southcentre.int/tag/artifici...

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

On #SouthSouthCooperation Day (Sept 12), South Centre reaffirmed that collective self-reliance is vital for sustainable development. Developing countries hold expertise, resilience & solutions to navigate global economic, health & climate challenges together. Solidarity in action. 🌍🤝

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

We welcome the adoption of UN resolution to use maps that conform to the actual surface areas of the continents. The correction will promote recognition, justice & development, particularly with regard to the African continent ...

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

We were pleased to discuss with the Independent Expert on the promotion of a democratic and equitable international order, Mr. George Katrougalos, issues of particular relevance for the Global South that would benefit from the Independent Expert's contributions.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

The South Centre and CeHDI are hosting an Ambassadorial Dialogue: Advancing the Right to Health and Global Health Equity through the Universal Periodic Review. Diplomats and experts will be discussing how the UPR can support global health equity.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Dr. Carlos M. Correa, director ejecutivo del South Centre, participará como ponente en este evento:

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Closing the green technology divide requires using TRIPS flexibilities, building collective licensing and transparency mechanisms, mobilising finance and investing in domestic capability and competition policy. Read our NEW Policy Brief: www.southcentre.int/policy-brief...

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

The South Centre welcomes the High-Level Commemorative Meeting to mark the 65th Anniversary of the 1st Conference of the Non-Aligned Movement on 31 Aug – 1 Sep 2026 in Belgrade, Serbia. See our contributions to #NAM here: www.southcentre.int/tag/non-alig...

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

The South Centre's Anne Wanyagathi took part in the Regional Policy Forum on Alternative Corporate Taxation in Senegal, co-organized with PSI - Public Services International and Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung, bringing together government officials, labour unions, civil society and tax experts ...

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

What are the key interests of the Global South in the negotiations on the UN Framework Convention on International Tax Cooperation (UNFCITC) and its Protocols?

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

How is the UN Declaration on the Rights of Peasants ( #UNDROP ) shifting international governance? Our latest #SouthViews explores its rising influence on land, seeds, food systems, and policy implementation. 📉🌿 📄 Download: www.southcentre.int/southviews-n... #RuralRights

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

We were pleased to make a presentation (virtually) to the 4th ASEAN Consultation on Right to Development (Dili, Timor-Leste) on the obstacles countries in the region need to face for the full realization of this fundamental right.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

On 8 September, South Centre & CeHDI will convene an Ambassadorial Dialogue on "Advancing the #RighttoHealth & #GlobalHealthEquity through the #UPR". Discussions will reflect on the @who.int Pandemic Agreement, PABS negotiations & international cooperation.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

The South Centre is pleased to support the implementation of the Santa Marta TAFF Conference as co-madrina of Workstream 3. We will bring #GlobalSouth perspectives to decarbonising trade, green economic transformation and mutually beneficial partnerships for a #JustTransition.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

📰 New #SouthNews: Developing countries pushed back at the 2026 @wipo.int Assemblies — calling for development, access to knowledge & technology transfer to be mainstreamed, as developed countries pushed IP protection & AI-driven modernization.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Nous remercions Amb. Idris Latreche, Mission permanente de l'Algérie à Genève, pour l'opportunité de discuter sur les axes de coopération avec l'Algérie, membre fondateur du South Centre, dans le contexte du Programme du travail du Centre.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

The South Centre commemorates it’s 31st Anniversary today! The Centre was established by an Intergovernmental Agreement which came into force on 31 July 1995.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

On 16 July 2026, China and 29 founding members signed the agreement establishing the World AI Cooperation Organization (WAICO), headquartered in Shanghai. WAICO seeks to support developing countries in building AI capacity, shaping governance rules and technical standards.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

We were pleased to meet H.E. Ambassador Zaheer Laher, Permanent Mission of South Africa to the UN in Geneva, and are thankful for the opportunity to discuss ongoing negotiating processes of relevance for developing countries and areas for further cooperation with South Centre.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

A multilateral benefit-sharing mechanism for DSI is under development by the COP to the Convention on Biological Diversity. Biopiracy will continue to thrive in the digital realm unless an effective mechanism is established.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

For 30 years, South Centre has championed a fair & responsible international investment regime. Read the new publication on reforming International Investment Law to address systemic challenges like ISDS, regulatory chill & sustainable development: www.southcentre.int/sc-30th-anni...

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

As the #IGWG7 drew to a close, @who.int Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus hosted a warm reception for participants, thanking outgoing co-chair Matthew Harpur of the UK & the vice-chairs for their leadership. Among those in attendance was Dr. Viviana Muñoz Tellez of South Centre. #PABS

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

We thank China's DPR Ambassador Shen Xu for his visit to bid farewell and for the opportunity to discuss areas for further cooperation in support of the Global South. We appreciate his multiple contributions to Geneva processes and wish him the best in his new position.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

We were pleased to make interventions on the development of the IP international regime, current issues on patents, health & the development agenda at the Executive Training for African Group Ambassadors on IP and Development organized by the African Group & @knowledgegov.bsky.social.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Concrete proposals by developing countries, but little progress on the design of a multilateral Pathogen Access and Benefit Sharing System to support equity to save lives during health emergencies and pandemics.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

The @unctad.bsky.social ’s World Investment Report 2026 is clear: Global capital is rapidly concentrating in strategic sectors, driving a deep economic wedge between advanced and developing economies.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

The South Centre's Anne Wanyagathi presented to the Addis Tax Initiative's Partner Countries on how India, one of the South Centre's Member States, countered tax avoidance via royalty payments in the Andhra Paper v. ACIT case.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

The South Centre's Anne Wanyagathi was invited as an expert panelist on wealth taxation in Kenya, at an event co-organized by Oxfam Kenya, Kenya Human Rights Commission and Institute of Public Finance. The discussion explored the feasibility of a net wealth tax in Kenya, ...

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

La traduction française du document de recherche n° 226 du South Centre et du WATAF est désormais disponible : "La fiscalité de l’économie numérique en pratique : les taxes sur les services numériques et autres mesures" southcentre.int/document-de-...

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Join South Centre Executive Director Carlos Correa in this event. With simultaneous translation in Portuguese, Spanish and English. Watch here: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

The #GlobalSouth is being offered a false choice: Adopt #AI with its risks or be left behind. At #WSIS2026, Danish, South Centre Programme Officer, emphasised how CBDR-RC provides a way out as it puts duty to enable safe, sustainable AI adoption on those with the highest capacities.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

AI is outpacing the institutions meant to govern it. The first UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance highlighted the narrow window left to set guardrails for ensuring that the AI divide does not harden into a development gap. See our report: us5.campaign-archive.com?u=fa9cf38799...

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

AI governance needs implementation of multilateral commitments, backed by financing & measurable progress. International cooperation & AI capacity-building for the Global South is key to leverage AI for development. See our statement to the 1st Global AI Dialogue: www.southcentre.int/sc-statement...

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Join South Centre Executive Director Carlos Correa in Fiocruz Advanced Seminar: “South-South Cooperation in Health: More Necessary Than Ever” 🗓️15 July 2026, ⏲️3-6pm CET 🔗 www.youtube.com/videosaudedi... With simultaneous translation in Portuguese, Spanish and English.

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South Centre @southcentre.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

At #WIPOAssemblies2026, South Centre reaffirmed the @wipo.int Development Agenda ahead of its 20th anniversary, urged progress on copyright L&Es & protection of traditional knowledge, & raised concern over geographic/gender imbalance in proposed DDG appointments: www.southcentre.int/sc-statement...

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