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US welcomes release of Israeli hostages held for 477 days

The United States has expressed relief over the release of four Israeli hostages who were held captive for 477 days.


Barclays names Yoichi Takemura head of macro trading for Japan

Barclays has announced the appointment of Yoichi Takemura as Head of Macro Trading in Japan. Mr. Takemura will report functionally to Yun Zhang, Co-Head of FIC Trading, APAC and Global Head of MTN & Macro Structured Notes Trading, and locally to...


USS Carl Vinson arrives in Thailand for scheduled port visit

Carrier Strike Group One, led by the USS Carl Vinson, has arrived in Laem Chabang, Thailand, for a scheduled port visit.


Trump's State Department focuses on national interests under Marco Rubio

Marco Rubio, the Secretary of State under President Trump, has outlined the priorities and mission for the Department of State during Trump's second administration.


Marco Rubio confirmed as Secretary of State under Trump Administration

Secretary of State Marco Rubio was born in Miami, Florida, in 1971.


Trump announces delegation for Auschwitz-Birkenau liberation commemoration

President Donald J. Trump has announced a Presidential Delegation to attend the 80th Anniversary of the Liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau in Oświęcim, Poland.


CEO highlights regulatory challenges at Davos

Steven van Rijswijk, CEO of a major financial institution, recently appeared on CNBC during the Davos event.


Trump administration reinforces stance on illegal immigration

President Trump has emphasized that his administration will not tolerate deceit or exploitation regarding illegal immigration.


IMF reviews Cambodia's economic outlook amid modest recovery projections

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded its Article IV consultation with Cambodia, projecting modest economic growth for the country.


GPS disruptions affect flights landing in eastern DRC

The U.S. Embassy in Kinshasa has reported disruptions to GPS systems affecting aircraft landings in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).


AFRICOM signs military cooperation MOU with Algeria

U.S. Marine Corps General Michael Langley, the Commander of U.S. Africa Command, made his third visit to Algeria on January 22, 2025.


Consortium invests €50M in Bangladesh's textiles for safety and environment

Textiles from Bangladesh are globally recognized for their affordability, but this often came at the cost of safety and environmental standards.


Rubio reiterates commitment on International Holocaust Remembrance Day

The U.S. Department of State, through a press statement by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, acknowledged International Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27, 2025.


Marco Rubio outlines vision as new Secretary of State

Secretary Marco Rubio addressed employees of the Department of State, expressing gratitude and outlining his vision for the department.


Corporate loan growth resumes after two-year decline

In the third quarter of 2024, new lending from banks to the corporate sector increased for the first time in two years, according to KfW Research.


US issues level 4 travel advisory for parts of Tamaulipas due to crime

The U.S. Consulate has issued a security alert for Reynosa, Rio Bravo, Valle Hermoso, and San Fernando in Tamaulipas, Mexico, due to increasing crime and kidnapping threats.


Rubio pledges continued support for Holocaust survivors on remembrance day

We commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day, designated by the United Nations to mark the anniversary of the January 27, 1945, liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest Nazi concentration and death camp.


International Holocaust Remembrance Day commemorated on its 80th anniversary

We commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day, a date designated by the United Nations to mark the anniversary of the January 27, 1945, liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau.


International Holocaust Remembrance Day marks 80th anniversary since WWII's end

We commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day, designated by the United Nations to mark the anniversary of the January 27, 1945, liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest Nazi concentration and death camp.


Trump administration addresses illegal immigration with Colombia flight incident

Marco Rubio, the Secretary of State, has reiterated President Trump's firm stance on illegal immigration.