Minamata Convention on Mercury
@minamataconvention.bsky.social
The Secretariat of the #MinamataConvention on #Mercury.
Together, we can #MakeMercuryHistory.
Together, we can #MakeMercuryHistory.
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The #MinamataConvention is a @unep.bsky.social global treaty that aims to protect human #health & #environment from the harmful effects of #mercury.
Since 16 August 2017, Parties have been working together to tackle this urgent issue & #MakeMercuryHistory.
More information: minamataconvention.org
Since 16 August 2017, Parties have been working together to tackle this urgent issue & #MakeMercuryHistory.
More information: minamataconvention.org
At #UNEA7 side event "Atmospheric monitoring of substances under #MEAs: opportunities for synergistic action", #MinamataConvention Brenda Koekkoek & Eisaku Toda underscored its importance for the effectiveness evaluation at #MinamataCOP7.
Read more & video: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
Read more & video: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
December 12, 2025 at 12:51 PM
At #UNEA7 side event "Atmospheric monitoring of substances under #MEAs: opportunities for synergistic action", #MinamataConvention Brenda Koekkoek & Eisaku Toda underscored its importance for the effectiveness evaluation at #MinamataCOP7.
Read more & video: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
Read more & video: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
Join online the #UNEA7 Side Event
Thursday, 11 December (18h15-19h45 EAT)
@thegef.bsky.social State of Play and Next Cycle – Opportunities for Developing Countries, LDCs, and SIDS
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/live/3l8l_Au...
#UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Thursday, 11 December (18h15-19h45 EAT)
@thegef.bsky.social State of Play and Next Cycle – Opportunities for Developing Countries, LDCs, and SIDS
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/live/3l8l_Au...
#UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
GEF State of Play and Next Cycle – Opportunities for Developing Countries, LDCs, and SIDS
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December 11, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Join online the #UNEA7 Side Event
Thursday, 11 December (18h15-19h45 EAT)
@thegef.bsky.social State of Play and Next Cycle – Opportunities for Developing Countries, LDCs, and SIDS
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/live/3l8l_Au...
#UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Thursday, 11 December (18h15-19h45 EAT)
@thegef.bsky.social State of Play and Next Cycle – Opportunities for Developing Countries, LDCs, and SIDS
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/live/3l8l_Au...
#UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
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A sustainable future depends on choices made today.
#GEO7, the most comprehensive assessment of the global environment ever undertaken, outlines the five transformations needed to protect nature, strengthen societies, and build a healthier planet.
Find out more: https://ow.ly/pSkL50XHkG2
#GEO7, the most comprehensive assessment of the global environment ever undertaken, outlines the five transformations needed to protect nature, strengthen societies, and build a healthier planet.
Find out more: https://ow.ly/pSkL50XHkG2
December 11, 2025 at 1:25 PM
A sustainable future depends on choices made today.
#GEO7, the most comprehensive assessment of the global environment ever undertaken, outlines the five transformations needed to protect nature, strengthen societies, and build a healthier planet.
Find out more: https://ow.ly/pSkL50XHkG2
#GEO7, the most comprehensive assessment of the global environment ever undertaken, outlines the five transformations needed to protect nature, strengthen societies, and build a healthier planet.
Find out more: https://ow.ly/pSkL50XHkG2
Join online the #UNEA7 Side Event
Thursday, 11 December (16h45-18h30 EAT)
Associated event: Bridging Science and Policy: Strengthening Resilience to Tackle the Environmental Crisis
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/live/Z2ianyg...
#UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Thursday, 11 December (16h45-18h30 EAT)
Associated event: Bridging Science and Policy: Strengthening Resilience to Tackle the Environmental Crisis
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/live/Z2ianyg...
#UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Bridging Science and Policy: Strengthening Resilience to Tackle the Environmental Crisis
YouTube video by UN Environment Programme
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December 11, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Join online the #UNEA7 Side Event
Thursday, 11 December (16h45-18h30 EAT)
Associated event: Bridging Science and Policy: Strengthening Resilience to Tackle the Environmental Crisis
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/live/Z2ianyg...
#UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Thursday, 11 December (16h45-18h30 EAT)
Associated event: Bridging Science and Policy: Strengthening Resilience to Tackle the Environmental Crisis
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/live/Z2ianyg...
#UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
At #UNEA7 on 9 December, the side event @thegef.bsky.social-MEA Exchange on Financing: From Synergies to Solutions" explored how the forthcoming #GEF9 replenishment can strengthen integrated action across #MEAs.
Read more & watch the event: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
Read more & watch the event: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
December 11, 2025 at 1:44 PM
At #UNEA7 on 9 December, the side event @thegef.bsky.social-MEA Exchange on Financing: From Synergies to Solutions" explored how the forthcoming #GEF9 replenishment can strengthen integrated action across #MEAs.
Read more & watch the event: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
Read more & watch the event: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
Join online the #UNEA7 Side Event
Thursday, 11 December (16h00-17h15 EAT)
Integrated Actions for a Resilient Planet: ACP-MEAs III Achievements and Pathways Forward
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/live/2DnfmCw...
#UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Thursday, 11 December (16h00-17h15 EAT)
Integrated Actions for a Resilient Planet: ACP-MEAs III Achievements and Pathways Forward
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/live/2DnfmCw...
#UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Integrated Actions for a Resilient Planet: ACP-MEAs III Achievements and Pathways Forward
YouTube video by UN Environment Programme
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December 11, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Join online the #UNEA7 Side Event
Thursday, 11 December (16h00-17h15 EAT)
Integrated Actions for a Resilient Planet: ACP-MEAs III Achievements and Pathways Forward
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/live/2DnfmCw...
#UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Thursday, 11 December (16h00-17h15 EAT)
Integrated Actions for a Resilient Planet: ACP-MEAs III Achievements and Pathways Forward
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/live/2DnfmCw...
#UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Learn about the issue of #mercury in skin-lightening products in this factsheet (with @unep.org Global Mercury Partnership).
It shows the need for the #MinamataConvention's implementation through regulation, enforcement & awareness-raising.
Check it here: minamataconvention.org/en/resources...
It shows the need for the #MinamataConvention's implementation through regulation, enforcement & awareness-raising.
Check it here: minamataconvention.org/en/resources...
December 11, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Learn about the issue of #mercury in skin-lightening products in this factsheet (with @unep.org Global Mercury Partnership).
It shows the need for the #MinamataConvention's implementation through regulation, enforcement & awareness-raising.
Check it here: minamataconvention.org/en/resources...
It shows the need for the #MinamataConvention's implementation through regulation, enforcement & awareness-raising.
Check it here: minamataconvention.org/en/resources...
Join the online the #UNEA7 Side Event
Thursday, 11 December (14h30-15h45 EAT)
Atmospheric monitoring of substances under Multilateral Environmental Agreements: Opportunities for synergistic action
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/live/UboLCTs...
#UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Thursday, 11 December (14h30-15h45 EAT)
Atmospheric monitoring of substances under Multilateral Environmental Agreements: Opportunities for synergistic action
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/live/UboLCTs...
#UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Advancing Atmospheric Monitoring for Environmental Treaty Compliance
YouTube video by UN Environment Programme
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December 11, 2025 at 11:16 AM
Join the online the #UNEA7 Side Event
Thursday, 11 December (14h30-15h45 EAT)
Atmospheric monitoring of substances under Multilateral Environmental Agreements: Opportunities for synergistic action
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/live/UboLCTs...
#UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Thursday, 11 December (14h30-15h45 EAT)
Atmospheric monitoring of substances under Multilateral Environmental Agreements: Opportunities for synergistic action
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/live/UboLCTs...
#UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
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It was a pleasure meeting with Monika Stankiewicz, Executive Secretary, at #UNEA7 and discussing #MinamataCOP6 outcomes and convergence with CBD processes.
The Roadmap for enhancing co-benefits from the implementation of @minamataconvention.bsky.social & #KMGBF illustrates #MEAs synergy in motion.
The Roadmap for enhancing co-benefits from the implementation of @minamataconvention.bsky.social & #KMGBF illustrates #MEAs synergy in motion.
December 11, 2025 at 7:14 AM
It was a pleasure meeting with Monika Stankiewicz, Executive Secretary, at #UNEA7 and discussing #MinamataCOP6 outcomes and convergence with CBD processes.
The Roadmap for enhancing co-benefits from the implementation of @minamataconvention.bsky.social & #KMGBF illustrates #MEAs synergy in motion.
The Roadmap for enhancing co-benefits from the implementation of @minamataconvention.bsky.social & #KMGBF illustrates #MEAs synergy in motion.
Read (& watch) the remarks by Exec Sec Monika Stankiewicz at the MEAs Dialogue 2: Keeping the Promise during #UNEA7: minamataconvention.org/en/news/rema...
"We look forward to celebrating our 10-year anniversary in 2027 & invite all to celebrate the achievements of our Convention at #UNEA8".
"We look forward to celebrating our 10-year anniversary in 2027 & invite all to celebrate the achievements of our Convention at #UNEA8".
December 10, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Read (& watch) the remarks by Exec Sec Monika Stankiewicz at the MEAs Dialogue 2: Keeping the Promise during #UNEA7: minamataconvention.org/en/news/rema...
"We look forward to celebrating our 10-year anniversary in 2027 & invite all to celebrate the achievements of our Convention at #UNEA8".
"We look forward to celebrating our 10-year anniversary in 2027 & invite all to celebrate the achievements of our Convention at #UNEA8".
At #UNEA7 on Tuesday, a side event on "Leveraging AI for better cooperation, collaboration & impact for MEAs" discussed how artificial intelligence can strengthen cooperation, information accessibility & implementation across @unep.org agreements.
Learn more: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
Learn more: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
December 10, 2025 at 1:51 PM
At #UNEA7 on Tuesday, a side event on "Leveraging AI for better cooperation, collaboration & impact for MEAs" discussed how artificial intelligence can strengthen cooperation, information accessibility & implementation across @unep.org agreements.
Learn more: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
Learn more: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
On Monday, #UNEA-7 President Abdullah Bin Ali Al-Amri & @unep.org Deputy Executive Director Elizabeth Mrema officially opened the Multilateral Environmental Agreements (#MEA) Pavilion.
At UNEA “we can see where MEAs come together”, said Mrema. Read more here: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
At UNEA “we can see where MEAs come together”, said Mrema. Read more here: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
December 10, 2025 at 12:51 PM
On Monday, #UNEA-7 President Abdullah Bin Ali Al-Amri & @unep.org Deputy Executive Director Elizabeth Mrema officially opened the Multilateral Environmental Agreements (#MEA) Pavilion.
At UNEA “we can see where MEAs come together”, said Mrema. Read more here: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
At UNEA “we can see where MEAs come together”, said Mrema. Read more here: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
Join online the #UNEA7 MEAs high level dialogue "Keeping the Promise"
Boosting implementation of Sustainable Development Goals through the multilateral environmental agreements
Learn more & watch the live recording: unep.org/environmenta...
#MEAs #UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Boosting implementation of Sustainable Development Goals through the multilateral environmental agreements
Learn more & watch the live recording: unep.org/environmenta...
#MEAs #UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
MEAs Dialogue 2
This High-Level Dialogue will elaborate how MEAs can drive forward the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals and the necessary enabling conditions to accelerate progress and close implem...
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December 10, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Join online the #UNEA7 MEAs high level dialogue "Keeping the Promise"
Boosting implementation of Sustainable Development Goals through the multilateral environmental agreements
Learn more & watch the live recording: unep.org/environmenta...
#MEAs #UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Boosting implementation of Sustainable Development Goals through the multilateral environmental agreements
Learn more & watch the live recording: unep.org/environmenta...
#MEAs #UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Join now online the #UNEA7 Side Event
Tuesday, 9 December (17h30–18h45 EAT)
Managing Environmental, Industrial and Social Risks of Critical Energy Transition Minerals
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0Yi...
#UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Tuesday, 9 December (17h30–18h45 EAT)
Managing Environmental, Industrial and Social Risks of Critical Energy Transition Minerals
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0Yi...
#UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Managing Environmental, Industrial and Social Risks of Critical Energy Transition Minerals
YouTube video by UN Environment Programme
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December 9, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Join now online the #UNEA7 Side Event
Tuesday, 9 December (17h30–18h45 EAT)
Managing Environmental, Industrial and Social Risks of Critical Energy Transition Minerals
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0Yi...
#UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Tuesday, 9 December (17h30–18h45 EAT)
Managing Environmental, Industrial and Social Risks of Critical Energy Transition Minerals
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0Yi...
#UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
At #UNEA7 side event "Synergies in the Chemicals & Waste Cluster: The Role of Emerging & Established Instruments" Exec Sec Monika Stankiewicz emphasized: "Fragmented narratives offer no benefit, while unity strengthens our impact".
Read more & watch the video: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
Read more & watch the video: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
December 9, 2025 at 1:21 PM
At #UNEA7 side event "Synergies in the Chemicals & Waste Cluster: The Role of Emerging & Established Instruments" Exec Sec Monika Stankiewicz emphasized: "Fragmented narratives offer no benefit, while unity strengthens our impact".
Read more & watch the video: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
Read more & watch the video: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
At #UNEA7, yesterday MEAs joined forces for compliance & enforcement against illegal traffic.
Exec Sec Monika Stankiewicz at the side event: "Synergies work best when we focus on concrete issues & take practical approaches".
Read more & watch the video: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
Exec Sec Monika Stankiewicz at the side event: "Synergies work best when we focus on concrete issues & take practical approaches".
Read more & watch the video: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
December 9, 2025 at 11:58 AM
At #UNEA7, yesterday MEAs joined forces for compliance & enforcement against illegal traffic.
Exec Sec Monika Stankiewicz at the side event: "Synergies work best when we focus on concrete issues & take practical approaches".
Read more & watch the video: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
Exec Sec Monika Stankiewicz at the side event: "Synergies work best when we focus on concrete issues & take practical approaches".
Read more & watch the video: minamataconvention.org/en/events/mi...
Join now online the #UNEA7 Side Event
Tuesday, 9 December (14h30–15h45 EAT)
Leveraging AI for better cooperation, collaboration and impact for MEAs
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyK_...
#MEAs #UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Tuesday, 9 December (14h30–15h45 EAT)
Leveraging AI for better cooperation, collaboration and impact for MEAs
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyK_...
#MEAs #UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Leveraging AI for better cooperation, collaboration and impact for MEAs
YouTube video by UN Environment Programme
www.youtube.com
December 9, 2025 at 11:37 AM
Join now online the #UNEA7 Side Event
Tuesday, 9 December (14h30–15h45 EAT)
Leveraging AI for better cooperation, collaboration and impact for MEAs
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyK_...
#MEAs #UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Tuesday, 9 December (14h30–15h45 EAT)
Leveraging AI for better cooperation, collaboration and impact for MEAs
Watch it live here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyK_...
#MEAs #UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
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Join us, @unepozone.bsky.social, @brsconventions.bsky.social, @minamataconvention.bsky.social and the @wmo-global.bsky.social for a side event during #UNEA7 delving into atmospheric monitoring and exploring cooperation, cohabitation and co-financing of locations.
#GlobalAction
#GlobalAction
December 5, 2025 at 8:34 AM
Join us, @unepozone.bsky.social, @brsconventions.bsky.social, @minamataconvention.bsky.social and the @wmo-global.bsky.social for a side event during #UNEA7 delving into atmospheric monitoring and exploring cooperation, cohabitation and co-financing of locations.
#GlobalAction
#GlobalAction
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The GEN is at the @minamataconvention.bsky.social briefing on the #MinamataCOP6 outcomes, where the Secretariat presented key outcomes for @unep.org colleagues on steps Parties have made to #MakeMercuryHistory.
November 27, 2025 at 12:58 PM
The GEN is at the @minamataconvention.bsky.social briefing on the #MinamataCOP6 outcomes, where the Secretariat presented key outcomes for @unep.org colleagues on steps Parties have made to #MakeMercuryHistory.
Join now online the #UNEA7 Side Event
Monday, 8 December (15h00–16h15 EAT)
Joining Forces: How MEAs Drive Compliance and Enforcement Against Illegal Traffic
Watch it live here: bit.ly/unea7mc01
#MEAs #UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Monday, 8 December (15h00–16h15 EAT)
Joining Forces: How MEAs Drive Compliance and Enforcement Against Illegal Traffic
Watch it live here: bit.ly/unea7mc01
#MEAs #UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Joining Forces: How MEAs Drive Compliance and Enforcement Against Illegal Traffic
MEAs side event at UNEA-7
Joining Forces: How MEAs Drive Compliance and Enforcement Against Illegal Traffic
8 December 2025 at 3 p.m.
MEAs Side Event Tent
UNEP HQs - Nairobi, Kenya
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December 8, 2025 at 11:56 AM
Join now online the #UNEA7 Side Event
Monday, 8 December (15h00–16h15 EAT)
Joining Forces: How MEAs Drive Compliance and Enforcement Against Illegal Traffic
Watch it live here: bit.ly/unea7mc01
#MEAs #UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
Monday, 8 December (15h00–16h15 EAT)
Joining Forces: How MEAs Drive Compliance and Enforcement Against Illegal Traffic
Watch it live here: bit.ly/unea7mc01
#MEAs #UNEA #MakeMercuryHistory
#UNEA7 opens today, with 175+ countries advancing solutions for emerging environmental challenges.
“We’re reminded that tackling the triple planetary crisis calls for connected, inclusive, science-based action,” said ES Monika Stankiewicz.
Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/unea7mc
“We’re reminded that tackling the triple planetary crisis calls for connected, inclusive, science-based action,” said ES Monika Stankiewicz.
Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/unea7mc
December 8, 2025 at 8:59 AM
#UNEA7 opens today, with 175+ countries advancing solutions for emerging environmental challenges.
“We’re reminded that tackling the triple planetary crisis calls for connected, inclusive, science-based action,” said ES Monika Stankiewicz.
Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/unea7mc
“We’re reminded that tackling the triple planetary crisis calls for connected, inclusive, science-based action,” said ES Monika Stankiewicz.
Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/unea7mc
Mercury enters soil through industrial wastewater, metal and chemical processing, and small-scale gold mining. Healthy soil supports biodiversity and food security.
On #WorldSoilDay, learn how the Minamata Convention helps reduce #mercury pollution ➡️ bit.ly/MCmercuryrel...
On #WorldSoilDay, learn how the Minamata Convention helps reduce #mercury pollution ➡️ bit.ly/MCmercuryrel...
December 5, 2025 at 11:57 AM
Mercury enters soil through industrial wastewater, metal and chemical processing, and small-scale gold mining. Healthy soil supports biodiversity and food security.
On #WorldSoilDay, learn how the Minamata Convention helps reduce #mercury pollution ➡️ bit.ly/MCmercuryrel...
On #WorldSoilDay, learn how the Minamata Convention helps reduce #mercury pollution ➡️ bit.ly/MCmercuryrel...
Thanks to the 13 Parties that have submitted their reports and the 78 that have already started, momentum is strong as we enter the final stretch. Your report is vital to build a robust global picture of the Convention.
Submit by 31 December 2025 ➡️ bit.ly/MCreportingt...
Submit by 31 December 2025 ➡️ bit.ly/MCreportingt...
December 4, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Thanks to the 13 Parties that have submitted their reports and the 78 that have already started, momentum is strong as we enter the final stretch. Your report is vital to build a robust global picture of the Convention.
Submit by 31 December 2025 ➡️ bit.ly/MCreportingt...
Submit by 31 December 2025 ➡️ bit.ly/MCreportingt...
Regional groups were key to #MinamataCOP6 success. With support from Switzerland & Germany, preparatory meetings & negotiation training strengthened cooperation & helped Parties move forward together, showing multilateralism in action
Relive COP6 highlights bit.ly/MinamataCOP6
Relive COP6 highlights bit.ly/MinamataCOP6
December 3, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Regional groups were key to #MinamataCOP6 success. With support from Switzerland & Germany, preparatory meetings & negotiation training strengthened cooperation & helped Parties move forward together, showing multilateralism in action
Relive COP6 highlights bit.ly/MinamataCOP6
Relive COP6 highlights bit.ly/MinamataCOP6
Join us on 26 Nov | 13:00–14:30 CET for National Reporting Top-Up Session. The event will cover amended reporting questions, share COP-6 updates, and answer your questions on reporting and the Online Reporting Tool.
🔴 Livestreamed
🔗 Register: bit.ly/MO26NOV25
🔴 Livestreamed
🔗 Register: bit.ly/MO26NOV25
November 25, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Join us on 26 Nov | 13:00–14:30 CET for National Reporting Top-Up Session. The event will cover amended reporting questions, share COP-6 updates, and answer your questions on reporting and the Online Reporting Tool.
🔴 Livestreamed
🔗 Register: bit.ly/MO26NOV25
🔴 Livestreamed
🔗 Register: bit.ly/MO26NOV25