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WTO Director-General urges constructive engagement among members
By Globe Banner | Feb 18, 2025
Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has called on members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) to use the platform for constructive engagement.
US embassy holds online auction for surplus items
By Globe Banner | Feb 18, 2025
The United States Embassy in Lima is set to hold an online auction for surplus items owned by the US Government.
UN Special Committee examines charter strengthening amid calls for focused agenda
By Globe Banner | Feb 18, 2025
The Special Committee on the Charter of the United Nations is set to examine and strengthen the UN Charter, as expressed in a recent statement.
G7 foreign ministers discuss global security at Munich conference
By Globe Banner | Feb 18, 2025
The G7 Foreign Ministers, along with the High Representative of the European Union, convened on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference under Canada's 2025 Presidency.
Global call for increased investment in LMICs' road safety
By Globe Banner | Feb 18, 2025
Road safety financing is facing a significant shortfall, impeding efforts to reduce global road traffic fatalities and injuries by 2030.
ANZ partners with Deakin University to enhance collaboration in India
By Globe Banner | Feb 18, 2025
ANZ has announced a partnership with Deakin University in India, aiming to enhance collaboration in business, education, and emerging technologies.
World Bank approves $170 million for connectivity project in Lake Chad region
By Globe Banner | Feb 18, 2025
The World Bank has approved a $170 million funding package from the International Development Association (IDA) to support Chad in enhancing connectivity, logistics, and value chains with commercial potential in the Lake Chad region.
Crypto influencer: Argentina should 'adopt a Bitcoin Strategic Reserve'
By Globe Banner | Feb 18, 2025
Simon Dixon, a crypto investor and influencer, has suggested that Argentina should repatriate its gold reserves, adopt a "Bitcoin strategic reserve," and make Bitcoin "legal tender."
IMF concludes Article IV mission assessing economic challenges facing Maldives
By Globe Banner | Feb 18, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission, led by Ms.
Applications open for 2025 Health Access Hero awards from Sun Life U.S
By Globe Banner | Feb 18, 2025
The application period for the 2025 Health Access Hero awards has commenced.
BaFin announces warning on unauthorized services by Zinsverwalter
By Globe Banner | Feb 18, 2025
The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has issued a warning regarding the company Zinsverwalter, which is reportedly offering financial, investment, and crypto asset services without the necessary authorization.
CEO of AUSTRAC on non-AML compliant crypto exchanges: They 'can expect to hear from us'
By Globe Banner | Feb 17, 2025
Brendan Thomas, CEO of the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC), announced that the agency is intensifying its enforcement actions against cryptocurrency exchanges that fail to comply with anti-money laundering (AML)...
ELN announces armed strike in Chocó Department from February 18 to 21
By Globe Banner | Feb 17, 2025
Members of the illegal armed group Ejército de Liberación Nacional (ELN) have announced an "armed strike" in Chocó Department, Colombia.
United States congratulates Kosovo on its 17th Independence Anniversary
By Globe Banner | Feb 17, 2025
On February 17, 2025, the United States Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, issued a statement congratulating Kosovo on its National Day.
WTO & OECD expand global trade dataset on digitally deliverable services
By Globe Banner | Feb 17, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) have released an expanded dataset on trade in services, encompassing over 200 economies.
Hegseth discusses defense ties with UAE Minister Al Mazrouei
By Globe Banner | Feb 17, 2025
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth engaged in an introductory call with the UAE Minister of State for Defense Affairs, His Excellency Mohammed bin Mubarak Al Mazrouei.
ANZBGL to redeem ANZ Capital Notes 5 in March 2025
By Globe Banner | Feb 17, 2025
Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited (ANZBGL) announced its plan to redeem all outstanding ANZ Capital Notes 5, issued on September 28, 2017.
Trade for Peace Week highlights private sector's role in fostering stability
By Globe Banner | Feb 17, 2025
The 4th Trade for Peace Week commenced with a high-level session focusing on the role of the private sector in fostering stability through trade.
U.S. Embassy Lima joins White House Historical Association for Presidents’ Day tribute
By Globe Banner | Feb 17, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Lima, Peru, has partnered with the White House Historical Association to celebrate Presidents’ Day by participating in the fourth annual Presidents’ Day Wreath Laying.
Saudi Finance Ministry and IMF collaborate on recovery plans for conflict-hit Middle East
By Globe Banner | Feb 17, 2025
On February 16, 2025, during the inaugural global Conference on Emerging Market Economies in Al Ula, Saudi Arabia, a high-level roundtable was co-hosted by the Saudi Finance Ministry and the International Monetary Fund (IMF).