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U.S. Embassy launches American Resource Center to boost ties with Serbia

The U.S. Embassy in Serbia has launched the American Resource Center (ARC), its new flagship American Space in Belgrade.


American Institute in Taiwan seeks payroll service provider for new compensation plan

The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) has announced a solicitation for firms to provide payroll deduction calculation and withholding services as part of its new Local Compensation Plan (LCP).


Meta's collaborative ads drive quick commerce surge among Indian retailers

Quick commerce is becoming a significant trend in India, now making up nearly two-thirds of all online grocery orders.


U.S.-based foreign multinationals employed over eight million workers in 2023

Majority-owned U.S. affiliates of foreign multinational enterprises employed 8.66 million workers in the United States in 2023, according to new statistics released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA).


Colombian authorities raise alert for Puracé volcano; U.S. Embassy issues safety advisory

On December 5, 2025, the Colombian Geologic Service raised the alert level for the Puracé volcano, located in Puracé National Natural Park in Cauca Department, to orange.


United States and Republic of Congo discuss closer mining sector partnership

Chargée d’Affaires Amanda Jacobsen met with Minister of Mines Pierre Oba to discuss ways to enhance cooperation between the United States and the Republic of Congo in the mining sector.


White House launches Genesis Mission to accelerate U.S. artificial intelligence innovation

The White House has issued an executive order establishing the "Genesis Mission," a new national initiative focused on accelerating artificial intelligence (AI)-driven scientific discovery.


Typhoon prompts warnings across central Vietnam provinces

Typhoon No. 15 is expected to bring significant rainfall to Vietnam’s South-Central Coast, particularly affecting the provinces of Dak Lak, Gia Lai, Lam Dong, and Khanh Hoa.


U.S. Embassy in Mexico City opens its largest facility abroad

The United States Embassy in Mexico City has begun what officials describe as the largest transition in U.S. diplomatic history, marked by a move to a new embassy facility.


Swiss Re sets $4.5 billion profit goal for 2026 with new buyback plan

Swiss Re has announced its financial and strategic targets for 2026, aiming for a Group net income of USD 4.5 billion.


World Bank launches $200 million clean cooking outcome bond for project rollout in Ghana

The World Bank has launched a USD 200 million Clean Cooking Outcome Bond aimed at improving access to cleaner cooking solutions for over one million people in Ghana.


World Bank urges stronger climate adaptation strategies for Gabon's economic stability

The World Bank has released the Gabon Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR), which examines how climate change could affect Gabon's economic growth and efforts to diversify its economy.


U.S. calls for respect of diplomatic mission protections at OAS special council

The United States has addressed the Organization of American States (OAS) Special Permanent Council regarding recent incidents involving diplomatic premises in the region.


World Bank launches $200 million bond targeting clean cooking solutions in Ghana

More than 2 billion people worldwide, especially in Sub-Saharan Africa, do not have access to clean cooking fuels and technologies.


Indigenous youth gain skills through World Bank-supported rural development project in Cambodia

Over 600 young people from 20 indigenous communities in Cambodia have received training and resources aimed at supporting rural development.


United States congratulates Finland on its 108th Independence Day

On December 6, 2025, the United States extended congratulations to Finland on its 108th Independence Day.


U.S., DRC, and Rwanda sign regional integration framework focused on economic and security cooperation

Secretary of State Marco Rubio participated in a signing ceremony for the Democratic Republic of Congo-Rwanda Regional Economic Integration Framework on December 5, 2025.


Macquarie Group appoints William Vereker as independent non-executive director

Macquarie Group Limited has announced the appointment of William Vereker as an independent non-executive director to its board, effective from February 1, 2026.


WTO members discuss progress on special treatment ahead of MC14

Since its previous meeting in May 2025, the World Trade Organization (WTO) Committee has made progress on discussions about special and differential treatment (S&DT) for developing countries.


Atomic Canyon partners with IAEA to enhance AI applications in nuclear energy

U.S. artificial intelligence company Atomic Canyon and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have entered into a new partnership to advance the use of AI in nuclear energy.