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U.S. Embassy seeks vendors for hardware supply agreement

The U.S. Embassy in Singapore is preparing to establish a five-year Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for hardware supplies.


U.S.-Australia alliance strengthened through legal discussions at JAG conference

Chargé d’Affaires Erika Olson addressed attendees at the Judge Advocate General’s Conference in Canberra, Australia, on March 11, 2025.


AdFest announces young creatives for 2025 Young Lotus workshop

AdFest and Dentsu have announced the 34 young creatives selected to attend the 2025 Young Lotus workshop.


EducationUSA announces university fair for Sri Lankan students exploring studies in America

The U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka, together with the U.S.-Sri Lanka Fulbright Commission, has announced that EducationUSA will hold a university fair from March 20-22, 2025, in Colombo, Galle, and Matara.


Embassies urge peace talks for South Sudan

The embassies of IGAD member states and major donor countries convened on March 13, 2025, to discuss the urgent need for advancing peace in South Sudan.


U.S. opposes linking CND work with Agenda 2030 at Vienna meeting

The United States has expressed its regret over not objecting to an agenda item during the 68th Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) in Vienna, Austria.


World Bank approves $31 million project to boost resilience in Djibouti

The World Bank has announced the approval of a $31 million project aimed at bolstering socio-economic conditions in underserved areas of Djibouti.


Ambassador urges unity at Presbyterian Evangelical Church assembly amid ongoing conflicts

Reverend clergy and friends gathered at the Presbyterian Evangelical Church General Assembly on March 6, 2025, to discuss peace and reconciliation in South Sudan.


International community calls for urgent peace talks in South Sudan

The embassies of IGAD member states and major donor countries convened on March 13, 2025, to discuss the situation in South Sudan.


ANZ and Australian Government agree on Pacific region guarantee

ANZ announced a collaboration with the Australian Government aimed at reinforcing its banking services in the Pacific region.


U.S. consulate issues safety advisory ahead of Copacabana Beach demonstrations

Media reports have indicated that political demonstrations are planned for Sunday, March 16th at 10:00 am on Avenida Atlantica in Copacabana Beach, Rio de Janeiro.


David Greene takes charge at U.S. Embassy in Pretoria

David Greene, a seasoned member of the Senior Foreign Service, has assumed the role of Chargé d’Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Pretoria, South Africa as of March 2025.


US provides free medical aid to over 1,400 patients in St. Lucia

Following two weeks of intensive medical assistance and collaboration, the 2025 Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team (LAMAT) concluded its mission in St. Lucia on March 7, 2025.


WTO concludes advanced trade policy course in Geneva

The World Trade Organization (WTO) recently concluded its advanced trade policy course in Geneva.


Ambassador Dunnigan meets Georgian Foreign Minister to discuss US relations

Ambassador Dunnigan held a meeting with Foreign Minister Maka Botchorishvili to discuss the priorities set by President Trump and Secretary Rubio.


AmCham launches committee focused on fintech opportunities

Ambassador Lamora recently addressed the launch of the American Chamber of Commerce's Emerging Technologies Committee.


World Bank highlights Rwanda's energy opportunities amid affordability challenges

Rwanda is poised to harness its potential for development by focusing on the productive use of energy (PUE), according to a recent World Bank report titled "Energizing Rwanda’s Development: Opportunities and Strategies for Catalyzing Productive...


Security concerns prompt travel warning for Bajo Calima region

Recent reports indicate escalating violence in the remote Bajo Calima region of Valle del Cauca Department, Colombia.


U.S. updates travel advisory for Equatorial Guinea citing crime and health risks

The U.S. Department of State has issued an updated travel advisory for Equatorial Guinea, urging U.S. citizens to exercise increased caution due to crime and health concerns.


Protests planned at U.S. Consulate in Nuuk prompt safety alert

Groups are set to demonstrate against U.S. policies at the U.S. Consulate in Nuuk, Greenland.