The Global Agenda

	Mobile World Congress opens today in Barcelona 02/27/2012 Far more than a mere communication device, mobiles now serve as our books, health monitors, payment transfer devices, social connectors and tour guides. Mobile technology is embedded in our cars, homes, appliances, governments and utilities. Mobile is enhancing and expanding education and thus, transforming the world. Mobile World Congress 2012 will celebrate the current state of mobile and offer a glimpse into where mobile has the potential to go next. Depending on the pass you select, you can participate in the many components that make up Mobile World Congress: A world-class thought-leadership conference featuring visionary keynotes and panel discussions A cutting-edge product and technology exhibition featuring 1,400 exhibitors The world’s best venue for seeking industry opportunities, making deals, and networking App Planet, the Centre of the Mobile Apps Universe The Global Mobile Awards programme, where we recognize innovations and advancement in the industry and our newest programme, mPowered Brands, where global marketers and agencies increase knowledge of mobile marketing and immediately connect with mobile players to bring their visions to reality. The 2011 Mobile World Congress was the largest and most exciting event to date, yet we’re planning an even better event in 2012. Mark your calendars now – you won’t want to miss it! Read More..
	February Elections 01/31/2012 February Elections in: Kuwait (Parliamentary), Finland (Presidential), Turkmenistan (Presidential), Yemen (Presidential), Senegal (Presidential), Lesotho (Parliamentary) and Syria (Parliamentary) - More details on this site and on the free GAgenda app available on the iTunes store and compatible with the iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch. Read More..
	Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Commits US$ 750 Million to Global Fund 01/26/2012 The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation today renewed its commitment to the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria. Announced at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, the Gates Foundation is giving US$ 750 million through a promissory note – a new and innovative funding mechanism. Read More..
	2012 Annual Letter From Bill Gates 01/26/2012 "My annual letter this year is an argument for making the choice to keep on helping extremely poor people build self-sufficiency." - Bill Gates Read More..
	The 6th Annual GCF – The Entrepreneurship Imperative 01/21/2012 The Global Competitiveness Forum (GCF), now in its sixth year, has been successfully probing different areas of the competitiveness agenda and learning from an incredible wealth of experience shared both on and offstage. Each year, the GCF reaches further, welcoming the next challenge, increasing collaboration, and tapping into enormous minds to effect change. Read More..