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The global COVID-19 crisis is increasing the risk of child labour by exacerbating its root causes, poverty and various forms of inequality.

The EU and the OACPS resumed today talks at the highest political level, a first since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, with the objective to advance talks towards the finishing line on the new ‘Post Cotonou' agreement.

This newsletter covers all important news and analysis on the topics of employment and social inclusion, with this edition packed full of interviews, articles, stories and much more!

Today, the European Commission is announcing a pledge of €300 million to Gavi for the period 2021-2025. It will help immunise 300 million children around the world and finance vaccine stockpiles to shield against outbreaks of infectious diseases.

From a pool of over 1,000 entries, an international jury has chosen the nine winning digital solutions produced by the #SmartDevelopmentHack.

The European Union supports Mongolia’s efforts in boosting employment and improving transparency in public finances with a grant of €50.8 million.

Today, the EU and the Spanish Government convened the International Donors' Conference in solidarity with Venezuelan refugees and migrants and countries in the region, with the support of the UNHCR and the IOM.

Today, the European Commission adopted a comprehensive new Biodiversity Strategy to bring nature back into our lives and a Farm to Fork Strategy for a fair, healthy and environmentally friendly food system.

The EU and Spain to convene a Donors Conference in solidarity with Venezuelan refugees and migrants in countries in the region, amid the COVID-19 pandemic.