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U.S. Deputy Secretary meets South African Foreign Minister at UN General Assembly
By Globe Banner | Oct 4, 2025
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with South African Foreign Minister Lamola on September 24 during the United Nations General Assembly.
U.S. Special Operations Africa Commander visits Niger for security discussions
By Globe Banner | Oct 4, 2025
Major General Claude K. Tudor, who leads the Special Operations Command Africa (SOCAF), visited Niamey, Niger on September 24, 2025.
Deputy Secretary Landau meets Peruvian foreign minister at UN event
By Globe Banner | Oct 4, 2025
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Peruvian Foreign Minister Elmer Schialer during the 80th United Nations High-Level Week in New York.
U.S., African leaders discuss partnerships on energy investments at Atlantic Council forum
By Globe Banner | Oct 4, 2025
The Atlantic Council Africa Energy Forum in New York City featured remarks focusing on Africa’s role in global energy and mineral security.
U.S., Laos, and Thailand strengthen law enforcement ties against transnational crime
By Globe Banner | Oct 4, 2025
Law enforcement officials from Laos, Thailand, and the United States participated in a trilateral information exchange in Nong Khai, Thailand, from September 23-24, 2025.
FAA and CAAS sign updated safety agreement to streamline aircraft modification approvals
By Globe Banner | Oct 4, 2025
On September 23, 2025, the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) signed an updated Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement–Implementation Procedures for Airworthiness (BASA-IPA) at the...
U.S.-Mexico group launches Mission Firewall initiative against arms trafficking
By Globe Banner | Oct 4, 2025
Representatives from six U.S. government agencies and their Mexican counterparts met in McAllen, Texas, on September 26, 2025, for the first session of the U.S.-Mexico Security Implementation Group.
U.S. Embassy warns of possible disruptions during weekend protests and transportation strike in Peru
By Globe Banner | Oct 4, 2025
Members of “Generation Z,” civil society groups, and transportation unions in Lima and Callao have announced plans for demonstrations and a 48-hour transportation strike on September 27 and 28, 2025.
U.S. official urges review and reform of global refugee and asylum systems
By Globe Banner | Oct 4, 2025
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau spoke at a panel discussion titled “Global Refugee Asylum System: What Went Wrong and How to Fix It,” held as a side event during the United Nations General Assembly in New York City.
NAB Economics updates forecast with RBA rate cut expected in May
By Globe Banner | Oct 4, 2025
NAB Economics has adjusted its forecast for interest rates, expecting that the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) will expedite easing through the middle of 2025, aiming for a cash rate of 2.6% by February 2026.
Howden Re urges reforms after record losses from 2025 Los Angeles wildfires
By Globe Banner | Oct 4, 2025
The January 2025 wildfires in Los Angeles have resulted in some of the highest insured losses ever recorded in the United States, with estimates ranging from $20 billion to $45 billion.
European Union introduces biometric entry/exit system for most U.S. visitors to France
By Globe Banner | Oct 3, 2025
Most U.S. citizens planning short-term visits to France will soon experience new border procedures as the European Union implements its Entry/Exit System (EES).
U.S. Embassy issues health alert after methanol poisoning cases reported in Brazil
By Globe Banner | Oct 3, 2025
As of October 2, local media in Brazil have reported 59 suspected cases and 12 confirmed cases of methanol poisoning across the states of São Paulo, Pernambuco, and Brasilia.
WTO working group reviews support measures for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises
By Globe Banner | Oct 3, 2025
The Informal Working Group on Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) recently reviewed a series of new trade initiatives and recognized the achievements of several businesses at its latest meeting.
U.S. Embassy issues security alert ahead of Cameroon's October presidential elections
By Globe Banner | Oct 3, 2025
Cameroon is scheduled to hold presidential elections on Sunday, October 12, 2025.
U.S. Embassy warns Americans about planned pro-Palestinian protest in Bogota
By Globe Banner | Oct 3, 2025
On October 3, 2025, the U.S. Embassy in Bogota alerted American citizens to a planned pro-Palestinian protest in the city.
U.S. Embassy warns against travel to Cauca Department due to violence
By Globe Banner | Oct 3, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Colombia has issued a security advisory warning against travel to the Cauca Department and urging travelers to reconsider visiting the city of Popayan.
U.S. Embassy warns Americans of potential disruptions during protests across Pakistan
By Globe Banner | Oct 3, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Islamabad and the U.S. Consulates General in Lahore, Karachi, and Peshawar are observing planned protest activities across Pakistan from October 3 to October 7, 2025.
IMF appoints Dan Katz as First Deputy Managing Director
By Globe Banner | Oct 3, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has approved the appointment of Dan Katz as First Deputy Managing Director, effective October 6, 2025.
World Bank report highlights Malaysia's progress in public sector digital transformation
By Globe Banner | Oct 3, 2025
Malaysia is advancing its digital transformation in the public sector, according to a new World Bank report released on October 3, 2025.