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Facebook celebrates African creativity through new collaborative film series

The fifth edition of the 'Made by Africa, Loved by the World' campaign is set to celebrate Africa Day on May 25.


U.S.-backed anti-smuggling resolution adopted at UN crime prevention session

The United Nations Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice (CCPCJ) has adopted a U.S. resolution addressing the issue of alien smuggling.


Albanian Security Academy receives first international accreditation

On May 22, 2025, the U.S. Embassy’s Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Kathryn Hammond, along with U.S. Department of Justice ICITAP Assistant Director Stephen Fields, presented the first Accreditation Certificate by the International Association of...


Bank of America announces redemption plan for CHF senior notes due in June

Bank of America Corporation has announced its plan to redeem all CHF 375 million principal amount outstanding of its 0.2525% Senior Notes, due June 12, 2026.


Indonesian officials complete U.S. exchange on language education

Six senior officials from Indonesia's Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education and four from the Ministry of Religious Affairs have concluded a two-week exchange program in the United States.


United States delivers statements at DSB meeting on May 23, 2025

Statements by the United States were delivered at the Dispute Settlement Body (DSB) meeting on May 23, 2025.


UBS launches inaugural Asian Investment Conference Singapore Wealth Edition

Singapore, 23 May 2025 – The inaugural UBS Asian Investment Conference (AIC) Singapore Wealth Edition took place on 22 May 2025 at Capella Singapore.


U.S. Social Security services available in Lima from June 9 to June 12

The U.S. Embassy in Lima has announced that representatives from the Social Security Administration’s Regional Federal Benefits Office will be visiting Lima, Peru.


ANZ joins NatHERS trial aiming at reducing homeowners' energy costs

ANZ has announced its participation in the Australian Government’s trial of the Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) for existing homes.


U.S. Embassy & Consulate to close on Memorial Day

The U.S. Embassy in Athens and its Consular Section, along with the U.S. Consulate General in Thessaloniki and all U.S. Government offices in Greece, will be closed on Monday, May 26, 2025.


IMF concludes staff visit focusing on Pakistan's economic policies

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded its recent staff visit to Islamabad, Pakistan, led by Nathan Porter.


UN calls for cooperation amid global freshwater resource threats

Thank you, Mr. Chair, and the cosponsors, for organizing this meeting and to the briefers for highlighting the seriousness of threats to water security, particularly in conflict areas.


U.S.-Philippines initiative hosts bootcamp for Southeast Asian digital creators

Manila, May 23, 2025—The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines is set to host a Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) regional workshop in Manila from May 28 to June 1.


Fulbright opens applications for Tunisian students for 2026-2027

The U.S. Embassy in Tunisia has announced the opening of applications for the Fulbright Foreign Student Program for the 2026-2027 academic year.


Memorial Day: A national remembrance day honoring fallen service members

Memorial Day, observed on the last Monday of May each year, serves as a national day of remembrance for those who died in service to the United States during both wartime and peacetime.


IMF concludes Article IV consultation with France amid economic challenges

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded its 2025 Article IV Consultation with France, highlighting the country's economic resilience amidst ongoing uncertainty.


WTO advances discussions on special treatment proposals ahead of Ministerial Conference

Members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) are advancing discussions on special and differential treatment proposals, with updates provided by three facilitators.


Georgia's lake conservation efforts boost local economies through eco-tourism

Protecting nature is proving to be economically beneficial, as highlighted by a 2021 World Bank report.


U.S. Embassy issues demonstration alert for Santo Domingo on May 23

A demonstration is scheduled to take place in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, on Friday, May 23, 2025.


WTO calls for parliamentary action on fisheries agreement ahead of UN Oceans Conference

Adopted during the World Trade Organization's (WTO) 12th Ministerial Conference in June 2022, the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies addresses some of the most damaging forms of fisheries subsidies.