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The Ozone Layer’s recovery is a brilliant example of what countries can achieve when they collaborate on environmental issues. This compelling argument by Robert Redford and @xiyebastida explains more: project-syndicate.org/commen… @planetarygdns

South Africa’s decriminalisation of personal cannabis use and cultivation is a significant step in the right direction. This will save precious public resources, ease the burden on law enforcement and reduce harm: mg.co.za/news/2024-05-29-gre…

"Instability that comes when the rule of law is not guaranteed threatens the security of all countries." A powerful statement from @TheElders warns that failures of political leadership risks the collapse of international order: theelders.org/news/elders-wa…

Wonderful visit to Brazil with the @planetarygdns, spending time discussing how to elevate the Planetary Boundaries science, listening and learning from indigenous peoples and leaders across the country: virg.in/3Kj86Ar

“Doubt holds us back from taking bold action.” A strong argument for a new mindset on the climate crisis by fellow leader at @thebteamhq, @CFigueres theguardian.com/commentisfre…

“Wherever there is Russia, there is nothing. Where thriving towns once stood, now lie skeletons, corpses, and ruins.” An important look at how Ukraine will hold, it if gets the arms it needs: economist.com/europe/2024/05…

Congratulations to Oleksandr Usyk @usykaa - Ukraine’s undisputed heavyweight champion of the world. At war with Russia, Ukraine is fighting for a world where freedom, democracy & justice must defeat oppression, violence, and darkness. We must all do what we can so that Ukraine wins this fight, too. nytimes.com/2024/05/19/world…

Sanctions on Russia must be tightened. This action plan (which includes confiscating frozen assets, preventing US lawyers from enabling sanction evasion & strengthening tech bans) shows us how: fsi.stanford.edu/working-gro…

.@U24_gov_ua have nearly reached 124 million donors. Show your support to reach this milestone and you could win a @VirginVoyages cruise alongside other amazing prizes from the U24 ambassadors: u24.gov.ua/124_millionth_don…

The desire to be free and determine your own destiny is a force like few others. Georgia’s leaders should listen to the will of the people and scrap this awful bill: edition.cnn.com/2024/05/11/e…

Why Iran must not execute brave hip hop artist Toomaj Salehi and should free all political prisoners: virg.in/3QuJcRX #ToomajSalehi

Ukrainians are fighting for a world where freedom, democracy, justice, and the rule of law prevail over oppression, violence, and darkness. Here’s my thoughts on why Ukraine’s air defence must be bolstered now: virg.in/3xT67Qn

I applaud Speaker Johnson’s leadership: this critical aid package will go a long way in ensuring Ukraine’s brave fight against Russian aggression can endure – and eventually succeed. It signals that the free world will remain united & steadfast in the face of Putin’s aggression.

Brilliant to be in London for the launch of my audiobook, and the start of @VirginVoyages’ Mediterranean sailing season! The @Virgin brand was built on a houseboat, and who would have thought we would be cruising around on a double decker boat all these years later: virg.in/444pMsy

When future generations write the history of the world’s clean-energy revolution, @JigarShahDC will be hailed as one of its key architects. Proud to share my thoughts on Jigar for @TIME’s list of the most influential people in 2024: time.com/6965193/jigar-shah/ #TIME100 @VirginUnite

Your uniqueness is your power. I stumbled upon this realisation early on in my career, when my dyslexic thinking led me to find new solutions to old problems that businesses were struggling to address. What do you think? virg.in/3PUisdd

Brilliant to see @U24_gov_ua work with Minecraft to recreate the famous Soledar salt mines. The result is #Minesalt - a virtual place to learn about Ukrainian Soledar & help rebuild a school where 250 children studied before the war. Come meet me there: u24.gov.ua/minesalt

Despite our tech advancements, it’s remarkable to realise many rural parts of the world remain unmapped. Here’s a great read on how the @hotosm team is addressing this: virg.in/3TGLP56 @VirginUnite @HollyBranson