We leave this event and go live to the u. S. Senate. Call p, pending . The presiding officer were not in a quorum call. Mr. Menendez i rise today as brave citizens in iran are taking to the streets to exercise their fundamental right to freely express their opinions and protest against their government. As a democracy founded on core values, including the freedom of speech, equal rights under the law, and basic human dignity, the United States must always stand up for those peacefully advocating for these principles. For decades america has championed these principles not only because they are right but because they promote our interests. We know that nations whose governments respect human rights and freedom of expression, that uphold the rule of law, that protect the civil rights and liberties of their people, these nations serve as americas most reliable allies, most Strategic Security relationships and most prosperous economic partners. Our enduring belief in Democratic Values comp
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This follows the establishment of the Energy Law Enforcement and Technical Unit, a specialised team to help protect electrical infrastructure from tampering, vandalism, theft and illegal connections.
The City of Cape Town, through its Energy and Safety and Security Directorates, has launched yet another initiative to tackle the rampant destruction and theft of its electricity infrastructure.