Economist Mariana Mazzucato advocates for a 'Common Good Economy,' urging governments to reclaim their role as market shapers and prioritize collective well-being over rigid fiscal rules. Her new book proposes a radical shift in economic theory to tackle inequality and climate change, emphasizing purpose-driven governance and community involvement.
Italy's Ministry of University and Research (MUR) outlines AI regulations aligned with the EU's AI Act, emphasizing human governance and the common good. The rules bolster university and research roles in AI development, focusing on skills enhancement, research valorization, and responsible tech use.
Economist Mariana Mazzucato's new book proposes a "new economics of collective action" for "mission-led government," advocating for an economy aligned with the common good, rather than just chasing profit. She critiques current economic models and suggests radical reforms for equitable value sharing and public benefit.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that BRICS is a force promoting balance in global relations, emphasizing consensus and equality over confrontation. He highlighted BRICS's "special culture of communication" based on mutual respect and sovereign equality.
Pope Leo concluded his four-nation Africa tour in Equatorial Guinea, publicly criticising the country's poor prison conditions and urging leaders to use oil wealth for all citizens. The Pope addressed a Mass of 100,000 people including President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, the world's longest-serving president, calling for an end to corruption and greater freedom in the oil-rich nation where more than half live in poverty.
