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U.S. Embassy issues security alert amid protest calls in Togo

The U.S. Embassy in Lomé, Togo, has issued a security alert due to ongoing calls for protests and demonstrations throughout the country.


IMF concludes first review under extended fund facility for El Salvador

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded the 2025 Article IV consultation and completed the first review of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) arrangement for El Salvador.


World Bank introduces RIGHT+ framework for enhancing global education spaces

The World Bank's Education unit, in collaboration with the Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery’s Safer Schools Thematic Area, has developed the RIGHT+ framework to enhance physical learning environments (PLEs) in low- and...


Agencies issue exemption order on customer identification program requirements

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the Office of Comptroller of the Currency, and the National Credit Union Administration have issued an order granting an exemption from a requirement of the Customer Identification Program (CIP) Rule.


U.S.-FSM Independence Day event underscores strong bilateral ties

As the United States prepares to celebrate its 249th Independence Day in July, the U.S. Embassy in Kolonia marked the occasion early with a celebration at Mangrove Bay in Pohnpei on June 23, 2025.


DBS Bank India removes fees for MSME loan prepayments

DBS Bank India has announced a waiver of prepayment and foreclosure charges for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) registered with UDYAM.


Peace Corps seeks long-term housing in Hanoi for 2025

Peace Corps Vietnam is actively seeking to lease a housing option with a minimum of five bedrooms in Hanoi.


World Bank highlights Papua New Guinea's economic prospects with focus on agriculture

The World Bank has released its Papua New Guinea (PNG) Economic Update for June 2025, offering a detailed analysis of the nation's economic landscape.


U.S., FSM officials meet to discuss defense partnership

The United States Department of Defense hosted a Joint Committee Meeting (JCM) with the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) from June 4-5, 2025, at the Joint Region Marianas Headquarters in Guam.


Protests expected in Belgrade prompt U.S. Embassy to issue security alert

Large protests are expected in Belgrade, Serbia, on Saturday, June 28, with participants potentially reaching tens of thousands.


IMF concludes Article IV consultation with Tanzania; completes reviews under credit facility arrangements

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

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.


Seven Congolese leaders chosen for Mandela Washington Fellowship 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

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

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

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

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.


NASA showcases spinoff benefits from space technology at COPUOS session

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...


Small Business Champions 2025 winners announced; focus on digitalization and MC14 plan

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

On June 26, the United States and the Philippines signed an agreement to fund technical assistance for the Subic-Clark-Manila-Batangas (SCMB) Railway.