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U.S. Embassy issues security notice ahead of demonstrations in Bratislava

Demonstrations are planned in Bratislava on September 23 and September 30, according to a notice for U.S. citizens.


Standard Chartered report finds technology rivals tariffs as key driver for global trade

Standard Chartered has released its latest Future of Trade: Resilience report, highlighting that global corporates are increasingly considering factors beyond tariffs when shaping their trade strategies.


IMF concludes Article IV consultation mission with South Korea

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by Rahul Anand, Mission Chief for the Republic of Korea, concluded its visit to South Korea on September 24, 2025.


Barclays outlines steps for managing nature-related financial risk using TNFD framework

Barclays has released a new methodology for assessing nature-related financial risks within large financial portfolios, focusing on the application of the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosure’s (TNFD) LEAP framework.


Bank of America commits $12 million for hurricane recovery loans in Western North Carolina

Bank of America has announced a commitment of $12 million in zero-interest loans to support residents and small businesses in Western North Carolina affected by Hurricane Helene.


UBS agrees to pay EUR835 million to settle French tax case

UBS AG has reached a resolution regarding its cross-border business activities in France that took place between 2004 and 2012.


U.S. Africa Command chief visits Benin and Cameroon for talks on regional security

General Dagvin Anderson, Commander of U.S. Africa Command, visited Benin and Cameroon from September 16 to 20, 2025.


IMF approves flexible credit line for Costa Rica after years of reform

Costa Rica has secured a two-year Flexible Credit Line (FCL) from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), following years of economic reforms that have strengthened its growth, reduced debt, and lowered poverty.


U.S. Consulate General warns citizens of demonstration in Cuenca

A demonstration is scheduled to take place in Cuenca, Ecuador, according to a message issued by the U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil.


Hungary regains full access to U.S. Visa Waiver Program after security improvements

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced the full restoration of Hungary’s status in the Visa Waiver Program (VWP).


Chargé d’Affaires Palladino highlights U.S.-Hungary alliance at Geopolitical Summit

On September 16, 2025, Chargé d’Affaires Palladino delivered closing remarks at the first day of the Geopolitical Summit organized by the Danube Institute and the Heritage Foundation in Budapest.


Trump signs executive order targeting wrongful detention of Americans abroad

President Donald J. Trump has signed an Executive Order aimed at strengthening the protection of U.S. nationals from wrongful detention abroad.


U.S. identifies key countries involved in global drug trafficking for fiscal year 2026

The White House has submitted its annual determination to Congress identifying countries considered major drug transit or major illicit drug producing nations for fiscal year 2026.


EducationUSA Ghana announces college fair connecting students with U.S. universities

EducationUSA Ghana has announced that the 2025 EducationUSA College Fair will be held on September 27, 2025, at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra.


U.S. government backs $130 million Moldova transmission line for energy security

The U.S. Government has approved the Strășeni-Gutinaș transmission line project, a $130 million initiative designed to bolster Moldova’s electric grid and energy security.


U.S. ambassador addresses Japanese lawmakers on support for Israel and Middle East peace

U.S. Ambassador to Japan George Glass addressed Japanese lawmakers at the inaugural meeting of the Japanese Parliamentary Israel Allies Caucus, expressing gratitude for their support of Israel and efforts to end the conflict in Gaza.


U.S. Embassy in Maputo schedules town hall for American citizens on September 30

The U.S. Embassy in Maputo is organizing a town hall meeting for American citizens on Tuesday, September 30, 2025.


U.S. Embassy hosts reception for Liberian alumni of American exchange programs

Last week, Chargé Zadrozny hosted a reception to recognize more than 28 Liberians who recently returned from U.S. exchange programs.


U.S. Embassy in Ashgabat announces public auction for surplus property

The U.S. Embassy in Ashgabat has announced it will hold an in-person auction on September 24, 2025.


Meta's Llama AI technology sees wider adoption across U.S. defense sector

Since Meta made its Llama AI models available to US government agencies and contractors, various organizations have adopted the technology to support national security efforts.