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US DFC approves $150M conditional loan commitment for Balama graphite mine in Mozambique

Green Car Congress

The DFC loan is subject to the completion of due diligence, negotiation of detailed terms and legal documentation, DFC management approval and Syrah and Twigg Board approvals. DFC has subsequently undertaken technical, market, environmental, social and legal due diligence on Syrah, Twigg and Balama. Earlier post.)

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Can Autonomous Weapons Be Compatible With International Humanitarian Law?

Cars That Think

International Humanitarian Law (IHL) is the body of laws that govern international military conflicts, and they provide rules about how weapons should be used. All countries involved in the autonomous weapons systems (AWS) debate at the United Nations have stated that AWS must follow international law.

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The Most Important Things You Should Do After a Motorcycle Accident

Clean Fleet Report

Remember, it’s important to consult with a lawyer as soon as possible after the accident, ensuring that you do not lose any potential evidence and that your claim is filed within the legal deadline. The medical report generated from this examination can serve as crucial evidence if you decide to pursue a legal claim for your injuries.

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How Can We Talk About Autonomous Weapons?

Cars That Think

In order to address the legal and ethical issues that an autonomous weapons system (AWS) can raise, it’s important to look at the many technical challenges that arise along the full spectrum of autonomy. Some autonomous capabilities are less controversial, while others trigger intense debate over the legality and ethics of the capability.

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5 Steps To Take Immediately After a Truck Accident

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You may have whiplash , internal bleeding , or damage to internal organs without noticing at first. Document the Scene. If there are any witnesses, get their testimonies and contact information should you need to reach out to them in the future. Get Legal Help. Make sure the authorities know about the accident.

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How Can We Make Sure Autonomous Weapons Are Used Responsibly?

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International discussions about autonomous weapons systems (AWS) often focus on a fundamental question: Is it legal for a machine to make the decision to take a human life? It’s also not at all clear how militaries can test these systems to ensure the AWS will do what’s expected and comply with International Humanitarian Law.

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Europe Expands Virtual Borders To Thwart Migrants

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By delivering the migrants there, the masters of the Maltese vessels, and perhaps the European rescue authorities involved, may have violated the international law of the sea, which requires ship masters to return people they rescue to a safe port. billion) a year internally on managing migration, not counting national-level spending.

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