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WTO highlights progress in trade facilitation agreement implementation
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has reported significant progress in the implementation of the Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA), highlighting 196 measures that developing and least-developed country (LDC) members aim to implement by 2025.
U.S. Embassy seeks health insurance proposals for local staff in Botswana
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Gaborone, Botswana, has announced the release of Solicitation #19GE5025R0025, seeking health insurance for locally employed staff.
Community initiative revitalizes farmland in Mauritania
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
In the village of Djeibaba, located in southern Mauritania's Edebay Ehl Guelay commune, a dam built in 1995 irrigates 500 hectares of farmland.
Sun Life partners with Empathy to provide bereavement support for Canadians
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
Nearly nine out of ten Canadians have experienced the loss of a loved one, yet half feel unprepared to manage the aftermath, according to a recent Ipsos survey conducted for Sun Life.
U.S. Embassy Banjul seeks proposals for trash collection services
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Banjul has announced a request for quotations for the collection of trash and gardening waste at properties leased by the U.S. Government.
BMO and 1871 invite applications for sixth annual WMNfintech program
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
BMO and 1871 have announced the opening of applications for the sixth annual WMNfintech program.
U.S. Embassy Tirana opens applications for Fulbright Foreign Student Program 2026-2027
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Tirana has opened the application process for the 2026-2027 Fulbright Foreign Student Program.
U.S. Embassy Hanoi seeks bids for Independence Day celebration package
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Hanoi has issued a solicitation notice for the procurement of a reception package to celebrate Independence Day 2025.
World Bank urges reforms amid projected economic contraction in South Sudan
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
South Sudan's economy is facing significant challenges, as highlighted in the latest edition of the South Sudan Economic Monitor (SSEM) released by the World Bank.
Ambassador promotes cultural diplomacy at Yaoundé Book Fair
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
The U.S. Embassy, represented by Ambassador Lamora, participated in the Yaoundé International Book Fair 2025, highlighting its commitment to cultural and educational diplomacy in Cameroon.
World Bank issues USD 6 billion bond amid volatile market
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
The World Bank has successfully priced a USD 6 billion benchmark bond set to mature in March 2030.
Queen Máxima to attend and speak at INSEAD Alumni Forum in Amsterdam
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
INSEAD has revealed that Her Majesty Queen Máxima of the Netherlands will be among the participants at the INSEAD Alumni Forum Europe 2025 in Amsterdam.
IMF reviews St. Lucia's economic progress amid challenges
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board concluded its 2024 Article IV consultation with St. Lucia on February 7, 2025.
Nordea signs major deal for CO2 capture with Norwegian firm
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
Nordea has announced a significant agreement for carbon removal with Inherit Carbon Solutions, a Norwegian company.
U.S. Embassy in Niamey seeks bids for electrical replacement project
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Niamey is requesting quotations from qualified companies for a project to replace a broken breaker and associated spare parts.
U.S. reaffirms stance on gender ideology at UN side event
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
The United States government has reiterated its commitment to defending women's rights in spaces where they have historically been marginalized.
IMF concludes fact-finding mission in Lebanon amid ongoing economic challenges
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Ernesto Ramirez Rigo, visited Beirut from March 10 to 13, 2025.
Swiss Re proposes increased dividend amid strong financial results
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
Swiss Re has announced its intention to propose a dividend increase to USD 7.35 per share, marking an 8% rise.
U.S. Embassy Banjul seeks forklift maintenance proposals
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Banjul is inviting technical proposals and cost estimates for the maintenance and repair of GSO/Motor Pool forklifts.
UBS announces redemption of EUR 2 billion senior notes due 2026
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
Zurich, 13 March 2025 – UBS has announced plans to redeem the entire outstanding amount of its EUR 2 billion 3.250 percent Fixed Rate Reset Senior Callable Notes.