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IMF concludes Article IV consultation with Tanzania; completes reviews under credit facility arrangements
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded the 2025 Article IV Consultation with Tanzania, completing both the fifth review under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) and the second review under the Resilience and...
Bougainville signs MOA with HALO Trust for unexploded ordnance removal
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea – A Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) was signed on Thursday by the President of The Autonomous Region of Bougainville (ARoB), H.E. Ishmael Toroama, and The HALO Trust.
UOB celebrates anniversaries with record-breaking projection show at Plaza 1
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
UOB is set to transform its Plaza 1 building into the world's tallest, brightest, and longest projection mapping canvas in celebration of its 90th anniversary and Singapore's 60th year of independence.
Seven Congolese leaders chosen for Mandela Washington Fellowship 2025
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
Ambassador Eugene Young has extended his congratulations to seven young Congolese leaders who have been selected for the Mandela Washington Fellowship 2025 program.
Micronesian recruits take oath in US Army enlistment ceremony
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
Twenty-seven individuals from Pohnpei, Yap, and Kosrae have been sworn into the United States Army during an enlistment ceremony hosted by the U.S. Embassy on June 11, 2025.
US Embassy in Guinea seeks bids for large box truck
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
The United States Embassy in Conakry, Guinea has issued a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for a large box truck equipped with an electric lift.
U.S. Ambassador engages with Congolese women on language and opportunity
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
On June 11, U.S. Ambassador Eugene Young engaged with young Congolese women participating in the Embassy's English club.
U.S. Embassy warns citizens in Eswatini about possible demonstration
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
The U.S. Embassy has issued a notification to American citizens residing in Eswatini about a potential demonstration scheduled for the morning of Friday, June 27.
WTO members discuss technology transfer and intellectual property issues
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
Discussions at a recent meeting highlighted the role of voluntary technology transfer in enhancing innovation, productivity, and development in developing economies.
NASA showcases spinoff benefits from space technology at COPUOS session
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
The United States has highlighted the ongoing impact of space technology on everyday life at the 68th session of the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS) in Vienna, Austria. U.S. Representative Kevin Conole presented examples of...
KfW Research warns US national debt may exceed expectations
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
The national debt of the United States could increase more significantly than previously anticipated if countermeasures are not implemented, according to a simulation by KfW Research.
Small Business Champions 2025 winners announced; focus on digitalization and MC14 plan
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
The winners of the 2025 Small Business Champions Competition have been announced, recognizing Silaiwali from India and NetZero Pallets from Vietnam.
U.S., Philippines agree on funding for Subic-Clark-Manila-Batangas Railway
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
On June 26, the United States and the Philippines signed an agreement to fund technical assistance for the Subic-Clark-Manila-Batangas (SCMB) Railway.
Siemens unveils first North American battery-electric passenger locomotive
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
Siemens Mobility has announced the introduction of its new battery-electric passenger locomotive, the Charger B+AC, for the North American market.
Toyota honors top European retailers with Ichiban awards
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
Toyota Motor Europe (TME) recently celebrated its top retailers with the 2025 Ichiban awards in Bologna.
Protest scheduled in Maputo prompts U.S. Embassy warning
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
A protest is scheduled to take place in Maputo, Mozambique, on Friday, June 27th.
Johannes Zutt named vice president for South Asia at World Bank
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
The World Bank has announced the appointment of Johannes Zutt as the new Vice President for the South Asia Region, effective July 1, 2025.
World Bank highlights rising extreme poverty due to conflict and instability
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
Conflict and instability are significantly impacting 39 global economies, exacerbating extreme poverty and hunger while hindering progress on development goals, as revealed by a comprehensive World Bank assessment.
U.S. Embassy opens applications for Humphrey Fellowship Program 2026-2027
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Conakry has announced the opening of applications for the 2026–2027 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program.
TBT committee focuses on transparency in recent meetings
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
Daniela García from Ecuador has handed over the role of Committee Chairperson to Beatriz Stevens of the United Kingdom.