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Meet Sanaka Samarasinha, a Distinguished International Diplomat

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Canton, Michigan, 26th June 2024, ZEX PR WIRE, Sanaka Samarasinha, a distinguished international diplomat, holds a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Maryland School of Law and a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from the University of Kansas. With over 25 years of experience in the United Nations, he has significantly contributed to global development, serving 40 countries. As the UN Resident Coordinator in the Pacific (2018-2023), Samarasinha was the principal UN official in Fiji, Vanuatu, Palau, Marshall Islands, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Nauru, Kiribati, and Micronesia. He led 31 UN agencies with an annual budget of $250 million, focusing on sustainable development and resilience-building. His strategic leadership during natural disasters and the COVID-19 pandemic was instrumental in mobilizing resources and fostering regional cooperation, achieving notable development advancements. Previously, as the UN Resident Coordinator in Belarus (2013-2018), Samarasinha facilitated pioneering dialogues on democratic governance and human rights. His innovative initiatives, such as the #UN70BelarusExpress, empowered local communities to embrace the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and promoted inclusive development. Samarasinha’s dedication to sustainable development, good governance, and human rights has made him a formidable international diplomacy leader. Fluent in English and Sinhala, with basic proficiency in French and Russian, he continues to leverage his extensive experience and skills to drive global cooperation and development, impacting communities worldwide.

  • Can you elaborate on the significance of the International Day of Living Together in Peace and its relevance today?

The International Day of Living Together in Peace reminds us of our collective responsibility to foster peace, tolerance, and solidarity. This day points to the need for proactive dialogue and mutual understanding in a world grappling with conflicts, inequality, and social division. It encourages nations to celebrate diversity and work together towards a harmonious coexistence. Today’s relevance is profound, as it calls for unified efforts to address global challenges, promote reconciliation, and build sustainable peace for future generations.

  • How do you define “living together in peace,” and why is it more than just the absence of conflict?

In my view, living together in peace transcends the mere absence of conflict; it requires active engagement in dialogue, understanding, and compassion. It involves recognizing and celebrating our differences while focusing on our shared humanity. This proactive approach fosters environments where reconciliation and mutual respect thrive. True peace is dynamic and participatory, encouraging collaboration and resolving conflicts through empathy and cooperation. It’s about creating inclusive communities that value every individual’s contribution, ensuring a sustainable and harmonious world.

  • In your extensive career with the United Nations, what are some of the most impactful initiatives you have been involved in to promote peace and solidarity?

One impactful initiative was my role as UN Resident Coordinator in the Pacific, where we mobilized resources for sustainable development and resilience-building. During natural disasters and the COVID-19 pandemic, our coordinated efforts with 31 UN agencies facilitated high-level political dialogues and regional cooperation. In Belarus, fostering democratic governance and human rights dialogues significantly contributed to national peacebuilding efforts. These initiatives highlighted the importance of reconciliation, inclusivity, and solidarity in achieving lasting peace and development.

  • You emphasize the importance of reconciliation, compassion, and forgiveness. Can you share some successful examples of how these principles have led to lasting peace?

In the Pacific, our reconciliation programs involved community dialogues that bridged ethnic divides, fostering unity and cooperation. In post-conflict areas, initiatives promoting forgiveness and compassion among former adversaries significantly reduced tensions and built trust. These efforts, coupled with inclusive development projects, created sustainable peace. For example, engaging local leaders and youth in peace education and community service activities in Vanuatu helped heal past wounds and foster a culture of empathy and solidarity.

  • How can countries and communities actively promote reconciliation and ensure sustainable development through reconciliatory measures and acts of service?

Countries and communities can promote reconciliation by encouraging open dialogue and understanding among diverse groups. Implementing community service projects that involve collaborative efforts across different sectors fosters unity and mutual respect. Educational programs emphasizing peace, empathy, and forgiveness are crucial. Governments should support initiatives that address historical grievances and promote social justice. These measures can build trust, ensure inclusive development, and create a foundation for lasting peace by involving faith leaders, NGOs, and local communities.

  • What role do faith leaders and community actors play in fostering a culture of peace, and how can they be effectively engaged in this mission?

I believe faith leaders and community actors are pivotal in fostering a culture of peace due to their influence and trust within communities. They can promote values of tolerance, forgiveness, and reconciliation. Engaging them in peacebuilding initiatives and community dialogues ensures their active participation in resolving conflicts and promoting social cohesion. Collaborative efforts between government agencies, NGOs, and these leaders can amplify the impact of peace initiatives, creating an environment where peace and solidarity thrive.

  • Reflecting on the history of the United Nations and its efforts to promote peace, what lessons can we learn from past initiatives like the International Year for a Culture of Peace and the Decade for a Culture of Peace and Non-Violence for Children of the World?

Past initiatives teach us that sustained commitment and inclusive participation are essential for peace. The International Year and Decade for a Culture of Peace emphasized education, awareness, and community engagement as key drivers. They highlighted the need for continuous efforts to address the root causes of conflict and promote non-violence. These initiatives demonstrated the importance of global cooperation, proactive policies, and local empowerment in building a culture of peace that benefits all humanity.

  • How does the Declaration and Programme of Action on a Culture of Peace serve as a universal mandate for promoting peace and non-violence today?

The Declaration and Programme of Action on a Culture of Peace provides a comprehensive framework for promoting peace and non-violence. It outlines strategies for fostering tolerance, understanding, and solidarity. Advocating for eliminating all forms of discrimination and promoting human rights serves as a universal mandate guiding nations in their peacebuilding efforts. Its principles encourage proactive measures, inclusive policies, and community engagement to create a sustainable and peaceful world.

  • In the context of global diversity, how can we celebrate our differences while fostering unity and mutual understanding?

Celebrating global diversity involves recognizing and valuing the unique contributions of each culture and community. Promoting intercultural dialogues, educational programs, and inclusive policies fosters mutual understanding and respect. Encouraging collaborative efforts in community projects and international initiatives helps build bridges across cultural divides. Focusing on our shared humanity and common goals can create a unified global community that embraces diversity and works together toward peace and solidarity.

  • What are the key challenges and opportunities for the international community in building a sustainable world of peace and solidarity?

Key challenges include addressing deep-seated inequalities, managing conflicts, and combating climate change. However, these challenges present opportunities for innovative solutions and global cooperation. Advancing technology and increased connectivity offer platforms for dialogue and collaboration. The international community must prioritize inclusive development, support grassroots peace initiatives, and promote policies that foster social justice and environmental sustainability. We can build a sustainable world of peace and solidarity by leveraging these opportunities and addressing challenges collectively.

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Hola Prime Sets New Industry Standard as the World’s Top Transparent Prop Trading Firm

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New York, NY – 25/11/2024 – (SeaPRwire) – Hola Prime is proud to unveil its solutions for Prop trading. The prop trading industry has long faced issues that erode trust and hinder traders’ growth. Problems such as delayed payouts, hidden trading rules, unexpected account breaches, and unreliable price feeds have created a challenging environment, leaving many traders feeling disillusioned and unsupported. Hola Prime, however, is transforming the industry by prioritizing transparency and trader support.

In a market where delayed and denied payouts have become an unfortunate norm, Hola Prime distinguishes itself with fast, reliable, and secure payment processes. Traders at Hola Prime can choose from multiple payment methods to receive their payouts within just one hour, ensuring that their earnings are accessible when needed. Furthermore, unlike several other prop firms, Hola Prime does not charge any fee on the payouts. This prompt and no-fee payment system reflects Hola Prime‘s commitment to fairness and reliability, addressing one of the industry’s most pressing concerns. As Ashutosh Sharma, Head of Risk and Compliance, explains, “Even though we are not obliged to follow any capital market regulations, we chose to operate in a disciplinary way as it is healthy for business. Our Payout Funds Segregation policy allows us to ensure we always have funds readily available to process our trader’s payouts.” To this, he further added, “We have maintained a 99.9% payout completion rate within one hour since launch.”

Hola Prime’s commitment to transparency goes beyond efficient payouts. In an unprecedented move, the firm publishes a Price Transparency Report, a comprehensive tick-by-tick data report, comparing the price ticks on their trading platforms with the market prices advertised on TradingView to ensure complete transparency. Hola Prime’s CFO, Ms. Sumedha explains, “In a decentralized forex market, we are the first and only prop firm to provide this level of price transparency for our traders.”

One of the biggest frustrations traders face is denied payouts and the sudden closure of accounts due to hidden rules and unexpected breaches. Unlike other firms that may use these tactics to withhold payments or deny payouts, Hola Prime takes a different approach. The firm clearly outlines all trading conditions on its website, leaving no room for ambiguity.

Additionally, if a trader’s behaviour indicates that they may end up breaching certain prohibited trading rules, they receive risk alerts, enabling them to take immediate corrective action and avoid potential violations. This proactive approach underscores Hola Prime’s belief that the firm’s success is intrinsically linked to the success of its traders.

Besides this, Hola Prime has implemented a unique support system for traders who do not pass their initial challenges. Instead of being left without guidance, traders receive personalized lesson videos that review their performance and offer guidance for improvement. These detailed analyses empower traders to learn from their mistakes, refine their strategies, and better prepare for future opportunities.

Hola Prime’s commitment to transparency is further evident in its open communication practices. The firm shares detailed performance analyses with traders on their dashboard, providing insights into what worked well and what needs adjustment. This level of support helps traders closely monitor their performance and achieve success.

By addressing long-standing issues in the industry and prioritizing transparency, Hola Prime is setting a new benchmark for the industry.

Hola Prime’s CEO, Mr. Somesh Kapuria states, ” Since the launch, Hola Prime has experienced a remarkable surge in trader onboarding, with a 140% increase in new sign-ups in the first month alone.” This early momentum speaks to the trust traders are placing in Hola Prime’s transparent practices and supportive ecosystem. With its innovative solutions, Hola Prime is not just being there in the prop industry – it is revitalizing it and fostering an environment where trust and mutual success are paramount.

About Hola Prime

Hola Prime is a global proprietary trading firm renowned for its commitment to transparency. Serving prop traders across 175+ countries with access to over 50 trading instruments, Hola Prime provides a reliable and efficient trading environment. With a presence in key locations worldwide and a selection of multiple trading platforms, the firm is bringing a breath of freshness to the prop trading industry.

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Promotional Product Experts: One-Stop Destination for High-Quality Branded Business Products Across Australia

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Australia, 25th Nov 2024 – Promotional Product Experts, a leading provider of custom-branded business promotional products, is redefining how companies across Australia promote their brands. Offering a diverse range of items with professional printing and embroidery services, the company ensures businesses can create impactful and cost-effective promotional campaigns.

Whether you’re looking for a simple ballpoint pen or a large golf umbrella, Promotional Product Experts guarantees value, quality, and precision across all items. The company also offers a wide variety of branded corporate promotional materials, including keyrings, clothing and apparel, coffee mugs, bags, satchels, and more. Businesses in major cities such as Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, and Adelaide can benefit from these top-tier services.

A Seamless Experience for Your Brand’s Promotional Needs

Promotional Product Experts understands the importance of delivering exceptional service. The website is designed for ease of use, allowing customers to browse a comprehensive catalog of products and request quotes effortlessly. The team provides accurate artwork specifications tailored to individual items, ensuring the final product exceeds expectations.

“We pride ourselves on providing not only high-quality promotional products but also a seamless and efficient experience for our clients,” said Gavin Sekler, spokesperson for Promotional Product Experts. “From concept to delivery, we’re committed to proactive customer service and timely delivery for complete peace of mind.”

Innovative Product Offerings for Every Need

The company specializes in a variety of promotional products, including:

  • Corporate Cheese Sets: Add a touch of sophistication to your branding with promotional cheese boards. Explore options at Corporate Cheese Sets.
  • Corporate Umbrellas: Make a lasting impression with high-quality branded umbrellas. Learn more at Corporate Umbrellas.

These products are carefully curated to enhance a brand’s visibility while maintaining a professional image.

Reliable Delivery and Expert Support

Promotional Product Experts is committed to delivering a hassle-free experience. With a proactive customer support team just a phone call away, the company ensures businesses can navigate the entire process smoothly. Whether it’s addressing queries or assisting with artwork, the team is dedicated to providing unparalleled support.

Why Choose Promotional Product Experts?

  • High-quality corporate promotional merchandise.
  • Affordable and effective branding solutions for businesses.
  • Proactive customer service and reliable delivery across Australia.
  • Easy-to-navigate website for convenient browsing and quoting.

Businesses seeking impactful promotional products can trust Promotional Product Experts to deliver excellence at every step.

Get Started Today

Join the many Australian companies that have enhanced their brand visibility with Promotional Product Experts. Visit www.promotionalproductexperts.com.au to explore the range of promotional business products and request your quote today.

About Promotional Product Experts

Promotional Product Experts is a trusted provider of high-quality promotional merchandise, specializing in professionally branded business items to meet the marketing needs of companies across Australia. With years of experience in the industry, the company has established itself as a leader by offering a diverse range of products combined with exceptional customer service. Whether for corporate events, employee giveaways, or marketing campaigns, Promotional Product Experts delivers innovative solutions that leave a lasting impression.

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DuckChain Mainnet Launch: Bridging Web2 and Web3 with ISO Innovation

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Last year, Paradigm’s CTO Georgios Konstantopoulos pointed out the inefficiencies in how crypto chains and assets work together via one of his tweets. His thoughts highlighted a major issue in Web3 adoption: complexity.

This native model has become a big hurdle in mass adoption of web3. Even completing one single transaction at times requires too many complex steps Just to make a transaction on a new Layer 1 or Layer 2, a user needs to create an account, securely store the private key or seed phrase, buy gas tokens via a centralized exchange, or bridge assets from another chain-just to start interacting with the new ecosystem.

This process can overwhelm traditional users used to simple “plug-and-play”systems. Thankfully, Web3 builders are introducing “execution-free” solutions to make onboarding easier.

DuckChain: Bridging Web2 and Web3 with ISO

DuckChain is leading the way of this evolution. As the first consumer-grade Layer solution on The Open Network (TON), DuckChain introduced the innovative concept of ISO (Initial Star Offering). This allows users to convert Telegram Stars into on-chain Star assets, bridging Web2 and Web3 seamlessly.

This unique feature makes DuckChain the key to onboarding millions of Telegram users into Web3. It also connects TON with EVM and Bitcoin ecosystems, boosting liquidity and bringing developers to TON.

The market has also recognized DuckChain’s narrative and growth potential.

DuckChain’s Testnet Achievements

DuckChain’s testnet was a massive success:

  • Daily Active Users: Over 2 Million on MiniApps
  • Total Transactions: 29 million
  • User Deposits: $2 million from Web2 users
  • Paying Users: 1 Million
  • Partners: Supported by 20+ partners like Arbitrum and OKX

With the mainnet launch, DuckChain is all set to accelerate Telegram’s evolution into a super app and open a portal connecting the Web2 and Web3 worlds.

ISO: Introducing Telegram Stars as Unified Gas for Chain Transactions

DuckChain, the first TON-based Layer solution built on Arbitrum Orbit, positions itself as a consumer layer. Its mission is to onboard nearly a billion Telegram users to blockchain infrastructure.

Today, most blockchains use their native tokens as gas fees which means users need different tokens for various ecosystems, which makes cross-chain transactions complicated. DuckChain solves this by creating a unified gas system through ISO (Initial Star Offering). With ISO, Telegram Stars can easily be turned into on-chain assets to pay gas fees.

DuckChain’s new mainnet supports assets for on-chain activities. Future updates will also add features like account and chain abstraction to make transactions even easier.

Telegram Star, the native token for the Telegram ecosystem, simplifies payments for services and goods. It can be purchased directly with Apple Pay or Google Pay without needing third-party platforms. Both Web2 and Web3 users can use Telegram Stars within DuckChain, making transactions simple and accessible.

This system not only connects Web2 and Web3 users but also opens doors for wider use of decentralized finance (DeFi) within Telegram’s ecosystem.

DuckChain: Enabling Telegram’s Super App Ambitions

Telegram has integrated with TON and launched MiniApps, aiming to become a Web3 super app.

However, building a mature Web3 ecosystem requires three essentials: user traffic, liquidity, and a thriving ecosystem.

Currently, the Telegram ecosystem faces 3 key challenges:

  1. A predominantly off-chain user base of nearly 1 billion.
  2. A TVL of $300M concentrated in TON and stablecoins, indicating liquidity shortages.
  3. Complex development frameworks which slows developer participation.

DuckChain addresses these challenges through ISO, liquidity hubs, and modular development tools.

TON’s Liquidity Hub

EVM-compatible chains currently hold 80% of the total $100 billion in DeFi, while Bitcoin assets represent a large, untapped $1.8 trillion market. TON’s ecosystem, however, faces liquidity shortages. DuckChain, built on Arbitrum Orbit, connects TON with EVM-compatible ecosystems for seamless interoperability.

Moreover, it integrates deeply with Bitcoin L2 solutions, such as Babylon, making it a crucial bridge for TON’s liquidity and value exchange.

DuckChain’s mainnet introduces solutions like multi-chain and liquidity abstraction, enabling users to pay gas fees using various tokens, including TON and Telegram Star. It also incentivizes TON staking through DuckChain, offering annual yields and facilitating liquidity flow between ecosystems.

Modular Tools for Developers

To overcome TON’s development complexity, DuckChain collaborates with Arbitrum to provide an EVM-compatible framework, simplifying the creation, deployment, and migration of applications. Developers can leverage staking, marketplaces, DID systems, and other modular tools to build scalable dApps, seamlessly integrated with Telegram MiniApps.

DuckChain has already attracted over 50 ecosystem projects, fueling early-stage growth in TON’s application layer.

Soda Lee

https://duckchain.io/

info@duckchain.io

SOURCE: DuckChain

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