Global Scans · Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Goal 16: Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels.

• [New] The erosion of trust in financial institutions, government, and even the Federal Reserve threatens the social cohesion needed to implement any long-term economic vision. www.usa-update.com
• [New] A new Iran sanctions regime developed to respond to unprecedented threats from the Government of Iran and Iranian-backed armed groups, including efforts to undermine peace and security across the Middle East and plots to kill individuals on UK soil. Gibson Dunn
• [New] In the coming years, generative AI presents a promising opportunity to democratise legal services and promote greater equity within justice systems. Dailynews
• [New] The federal government is pulling back on interventions: Several outlets have reported that the National Institutes of Health will stop funding new climate change-related research, which could include work on dengue. KFF Health News
• [New] For institutions, investing in technology to leverage digital credentials and badges will streamline the process of building and strengthening global partnerships. HEPI
• [New] As more educational institutions look to expand their international reach, digital credentials present a transformational opportunity to track learning experiences and position students more competitively in the global job markets. HEPI
• [New] A recent study by scientists at the National Institutes of Health sheds new light on the potential risks and benefits of hormone therapy for women under 55. ICCE WUSTL
• [New] Member states and EU institutions share a baseline awareness of the risks China poses to Europe's security and long-term prosperity. Merics
• [New] TGDeX will leverage Telangana's robust AI ecosystem, including state government departments, private sector players, academic institutions, and open or licensed data providers. https://uniindia.com/~/telangana-to-launch-india-s-1st-
• [New] Governments and educational institutions are investing in AI to stay competitive globally, ensuring that the technology will continue to shape future economic and social landscapes. NovelVista
• [New] Historically active in cyber operations, Iranian threat actors are seen as likely to increase targeting of U.S. networks, including critical infrastructure, financial institutions, and government agencies. Vercara
• [New] Bitcoin could surge in the second half of the year, thanks to new demand coming from corporations, institutional investors, and sovereign governments. Yahoo Finance
• [New] The improved credit risk classification makes conditions for financing from export credit agencies of OECD member states and international financial institutions more favorable for Mongolia, especially regarding the risk premium rates. MongolBeat
• [New] Tariffs, economic sanctions, and other changes in U.S. trade policy have in the past and could in the future trigger retaliatory actions by affected countries, and certain foreign governments have instituted or are considering imposing retaliatory measures on certain U.S. goods. SEC EDGAR
• [New] Going forward, Spark plans to expand its cross-chain PSM infrastructure and deepen its RWA integration, positioning itself as the primary hub for institutional onchain capital allocation as traditional finance continues its tokenization journey. RedStone blog
• [New] The Western values, influence, and power within their institutions are perceived as threats to Russia, causing Russia to be trapped in a zero-sum game. Modern Diplomacy
• [New] The AI Security Institute will remain a central plank as the world's largest government team dedicated to AI security, working alongside centers of expertise across government, including the National Cyber Security Centre, the UK's technical authority for cyber security. GOV.UK
• [New] Public-private escalation: As attacks increasingly target hospitals, power grids, and financial institutions, U.S. policy will likely mandate private sector cyber-hardening - boosting CrowdStrike's customer base. Medium
• Awareness is the first step in reducing identity theft and information threats in a higher educational institution, since most students and teachers believe that unique passwords are enough to preserve the privacy of personal information. b
• US government, led by President Donald Trump, could negotiate a formal peace treaty today that will finally end more than a week of brutal fighting between Iran and Israel. Modern Diplomacy
• Ranked as 2025's least peaceful country, Russia remains an active military threat, with its war in Ukraine extending into a third year and showing few signs of resolution. usfunds
• In recent weeks, Israel has taken decisive action against elements of the Iranian regime that have long threatened not only its own people but peace and stability across the Middle East. SenCanada

Last updated: 07 July 2025