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For the first time in over 20 years, Australia will propose its regulatory framework for digital and crypto payment systems. The country will also broaden its payment laws to cover online transactions such as buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) where the Treasurer will be given the power to direct policies addressing gaps in the regulatory framework. The new Treasurer, Josh Frydenberg said the government would begin consultation in early 2022.

Read the original article here: https://www.reuters.com/markets/currencies/australia-plans-update-regulatory-framework-payment-systems-2021-12-07/

Jamaica’s Forestry Department has been putting in place several projects and initiatives to ensure urban areas are adequately greened and environmentally friendly. A new product line of miniature trees has been provided that can be placed on balconies in urban spaces. Forestry Department and Conservator of Forests’ CEO, Ainsley Henry, believes these interventions are vital to prevent environmental degradation.

Read the original article here: https://jis.gov.jm/forestry-dept-pushes-for-adequately-greened-urban-areas/

Faisalabad Women Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FWCCI) successfully hosted the first all Pakistan Women Chambers Presidents Conference on women empowerment in Faisalabad. FWCCI is an apolitical, independent, not-for-profit organisation driven to serve the business community. It is helping women entrepreneurs to build and strengthen their corporate relations, promote their exports and become a part of the country’s economic growth.