Design
Inserts (cutting tools)
Indexable inserts
Information exchange
Data representation
Cutting tools
Link: PD ISO/TS 13399-314:2018 Cutting tool data representation and exchange Creation and exchange of 3D models. Cartridges for indexable inserts
Source: BSI Standards
Robots
Safety
Design
Industrial
Safety requirements
Risk assessment
Link: PD ISO/TR 20218-1:2018 Robotics. Safety design for industrial robot systems End-effectors
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Laminates
Thickness
Plastics
Measurement
Test methods
Vehicles
Communication technology
Testing
Interfaces
Road vehicles
Link: BS ISO 15118-4:2018 Road vehicles. Vehicle to grid communication interface Network and application protocol conformance test
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The British Minister of State for Asia and the Pacific at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, Mark Field MP, had the opportunity to engage with young Bruneian environmentalists during a jungle walk in Tasek Lama Recreational Park, one of the oldest recreational parks in the country, accompanied by Yang Berhormat Major General (Rtd) Dato Paduka Seri Haji Aminuddin Ihsan bin Pehin Orang Kaya Saiful Mulok Dato Seri Paduka Haji Abidin, the Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports.
The two Ministers, accompanied by the British High Commissioner H.E. Richard Lindsay, were taken on a jungle walk through Tasek Lama by a group of young Bruneians who are passionate about the environment.
The Minister was delighted to be able to experience first-hand Brunei’s beautiful natural environment. He was impressed to see the steps that are being taken to protect the jungle habitat for Brunei’s rich biodiversity, and noted how wonderful it was to hear how accessible the jungle is for so many people in their bid to keep healthy and stay close to nature.
After the jungle walk, the Minister was introduced to a number of young Bruneians from different environmental youth groups and NGOs. Representatives from BruWild, Green Brunei, SCOT, Reef Check Brunei, Save Kg Ayer, MyActionsforSDGs, Trash4Recycle and CafeHoppers got a chance to speak with Minister Field about the work that they’re doing to protect the environment and help fight climate change.
Minister Field is in Brunei until Tuesday 21 August. This is the Minister’s first visit to Brunei since he assumed office as Minister of State in June 2017. Brunei is the third stop on his two-week, six-country visit to South East Asia.
More photos from the event can be found on our UKinBrunei Flickr.
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Link: Press release: FCO Minister Mark Field enjoys jungle walk with Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports and engages with young Bruneians in Tasek Lama
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International Development Secretary Penny Mordaunt thanked British aid workers and taxpayers for the role that they have played in delivering lifesaving UK aid to humanitarian emergencies around the world over the last 12 months.
These UK aid achievements include:
In support of the United Nations’ #NotaTarget movement, Ms Mordaunt also called for the protection of civilians and aid workers working in conflict zones around the world.
This includes those being deliberately targeted in war-torn Syria and Yemen, in a blatant breach of international humanitarian law.
International Development Secretary Penny Mordaunt said:
British humanitarians and the support of UK taxpayers have this year made an incredible contribution to saving lives and alleviating suffering in some of the most horrific disaster zones around the world.
On World Humanitarian Day, we pay tribute to the heroic aid workers who continue to selflessly put the needs of the world’s poorest people ahead of their own.
Tragically 170 aid workers have already been injured, abducted or killed this year while delivering live saving assistance. Aid workers cannot be a target and the UK calls for warring parties to adhere to international humanitarian law and protect them.
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Link: Press release: International Development Secretary thanks British aid workers
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Mark Field, Minister of State for Asia & the Pacific, is visiting Brunei today (19 August) on the third leg of a six-country tour of Southeast Asia.
In addition to bilateral discussions with government officials including the Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Minister of Energy and Industry, Mr Field will be received for an audience with His Majesty the Sultan.
Minister Field will also host a roundtable discussion with Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, which will cover the future of UK-Brunei and UK-ASEAN relations, trade and investment and explore further opportunities for foreign policy collaboration.
The Minister will also promote UK expertise in regulating and developing the Fintech sector in meetings with officials from Brunei’s financial service sector.
Commenting, the Minister said:
The UK and Brunei enjoy a close, long-standing and unique relationship. I’m looking forward to strengthening our ties in traditional sectors such as oil and gas, and building relationships in new sectors such as financial services.
After Brunei, the Minister will travel on to Thailand for discussions with Deputy Foreign Minister Virasakdi Futrakul and representatives of political parties.
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Link: Press release: Mark Field visits Brunei for business and bilateral discussions
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A Downing Street spokesperson said:
The Prime Minister spoke to the Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan yesterday.
The Prime Minister congratulated him on his party’s success in Pakistan’s elections and on his new position.
They agreed to work together to build on the good relations between the UK and Pakistan in a wide range of areas, including security cooperation, anti-corruption, and bilateral trade.
Prime Minister Theresa May noted the importance of Pakistan delivering on its commitments to strengthen institutions responsible for upholding the rule of law, and to advance the rights of women and minorities.
They looked forward to meeting in person soon.
Link: Press release: PM call with Prime Minister Khan: 17 August 2018
Source: Gov Press Releases
