Our Scans · (LF.16) 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 lack of progress in US-Iran peace talks, combined with Tehran's control over the Strait of Hormuz and the ongoing US blockade of Iranian ports, has kept energy prices elevated and inflation risks in focus. investing.com
• [New] If peace talks fail to make progress by the end of April and fighting resumes, oil prices could climb to new highs for the year. MarineLink
• [New] The U.S. will halt military operations in Iran for two weeks after receiving a 10-point peace proposal from Iran that President Donald Trump said on social media was a workable basis on which to negotiate. Successful Farming
• [New] If Israel persists in its attacks, the likelihood that Iran might do so is high, and the prospect for immediate peace is very low, with continuing economic disruption arising as a result. Funding the Future
• [New] China will not give up hope for peace and will continue to play a constructive role in promoting peace. The Washington Institute
• [New] Turkey will continue its efforts to promote lasting peace. Report.az
• [New] Pakistan had hoped that China might act as a guarantor of any potential peace deal between Iran and the US. Dawn
• [New] Research from institutions such as the Federal Reserve has used shutdown-related disruptions to estimate the value travelers place on reliable aviation services, concluding that the welfare loss from flight delays extends beyond immediate ticket refunds. The Traveler
• [New] Eurozone PMI figures, further developments on the Hormuz situation and any movement toward genuine peace talks will all act as incremental catalysts. investing.com
• [New] There are fears the Epstein files could have an impact on Norway's international reputation as a peace broker and advocate of peace. The Guardian
• [New] If the standoff in the Strait of Hormuz is not quickly ended, anticipatory actions should be considered, in particular asking multilateral institutions to provide financing to countries at risk of losing access to basic fertilizer inputs, given their planting has started. CNS Media
• [New] The Iran war will permanently scar the global economy even if a durable peace deal in the Middle East can be reached. The Guardian
• [New] After an investigation into TikTok, the European institutions plan to take similar action against Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat, as well as four porn sites. Wired
• [New] The United States will begin a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following the collapse of high-stakes peace talks with Iran. Time
• [New] The role of religion remains fundamental in many societies and has the potential to play a critical role in fostering Middle East peace. The Washington Institute
• [New] China will continue to actively engage in mediation for a ceasefire, striving to restore peace and stability to the Middle East at an early date. The Washington Institute
• [New] China has always been a steadfast force for peace, stands ready to continue playing a constructive role, and will dispatch its special envoy on the Middle East issue to regional countries for mediation. The Washington Institute
• [New] The Iranian side will do its utmost to guarantee the safety and security of Chinese personnel and institutions. The Washington Institute
• [New] The UAE attaches great importance to and will fully ensure the safety of Chinese personnel and institutions in the UAE. The Washington Institute
• [New] Peace and security in the world will be achieved through tackling poverty, reducing inequality and solving issues which cause destabilization through diplomacy and dialog, not through greater spending on defence. Religion Media Centre

Last updated: 27 April 2026