Peace & Security (UN): A UNDP-supported UN Volunteer, Christian Menin (Brazil), is strengthening rule of law and community resilience in Guinea-Bissau, including training 500 security officers and 300 justice operators, installing solar power at remote border police posts, and running a 10-day youth camp reaching 400 young people with drug prevention and civic awareness. Maternal & Child Health (Vaccines): A medical-ethics discussion highlights why hepatitis B vaccination for babies at birth remains crucial to prevent lifelong liver damage and death, pushing back on claims that vaccines are unsafe or unnecessary. Public Health (Immunization policy): The same debate notes that some groups have tried to remove hepatitis B vaccine recommendations, arguing that “too many shots” is a misleading safety concern when vaccines prevent severe disease. Health Systems & Workforce (WHO internships): WHO’s Global Internship Programme is open to citizens of all 194 member states, including African countries, offering placements across Switzerland and country offices—an opportunity for early-career public health training. Health & Development (Russia-Africa): Guinea-Bissau reaffirmed readiness for cooperation with Russia, with public health named among priority areas alongside agriculture, fisheries, and food security.