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Cabo Verde's new report outlines path for sustainable development amid climate challenges
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
PRAIA, January 15, 2025 – Cabo Verde is focusing on building resilience and accelerating a low-carbon transition as part of its sustainable development strategy.
CENTCOM commander visits Egypt for joint military exercise BRIGHT STAR 18
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
General Joseph L. Votel, Commander of the United States Central Command (CENTCOM), recently visited Egypt to observe Exercise BRIGHT STAR 2018.
Efforts continue despite challenges in Egypt's fight against human trafficking
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The Government of Egypt has been making strides in its efforts to combat human trafficking, according to the 2018 Trafficking in Persons Report.
Egyptian official visits U.S. customs facilities to explore port operation practices
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
From April 29 to May 4, 2018, Foad Elsayed Osman, Chairman of the Egyptian General Authority for Land and Dry Ports (GALDP), visited the United States.
Tonga's education system bolstered by $21 million funding boost
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
Thousands of students in Tonga are set to benefit from enhanced educational facilities and systems, as the Tonga Safe and Resilient Schools Project receives an additional US$21 million in funding.
United States reaffirms commitment on World Refugee Day
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
On World Refugee Day, the United States joined the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and international partners to honor the resilience of millions of refugees who have fled their homes due to persecution and conflict.
Pence discusses prisoner release and activist arrests with Egypt's president
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
Vice President Mike Pence held a conversation with Egypt's President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi to emphasize the robust relationship between the United States and Egypt.
Melania Trump announces Africa tour stops focusing on child welfare
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
First Lady Melania Trump has announced her itinerary for an upcoming visit to Africa, marking her first major solo international trip.
U.S. Embassy invites applications for international writing program at University of Iowa
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The U.S. Embassy is inviting young writers aged 15 to 18 to apply for the 2025 International Writing Program (IWP) Between the Lines (BTL): Peace and the Writing Experience program.
Trump praises Al-Sisi's anti-terrorism efforts during UN meeting
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
President Donald Trump and President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi of Egypt met for a bilateral discussion at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
BusinessEurope calls for urgent policy changes to boost Europe's competitiveness
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
BusinessEurope has released its business priorities for the upcoming European Union cycle through a publication titled "Reboot Europe: Europe’s economic success – everyone’s business."
Biden approves defense aid eligibility for Cyprus
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
President Joe Biden has issued a memorandum determining the eligibility of the Republic of Cyprus to receive defense articles and services under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 and the Arms Export Control Act.
USAID partners with UNICEF to boost youth employment in Egypt
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
Cairo – On International Youth Day, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) announced a collaboration with the Ministry of Youth and Sports and UNICEF to support youth employment and empower girls in Egypt.
U.S. condemns attack on bus heading to Coptic Christian monastery in Egypt
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The United States Department of State has expressed its condemnation of a deadly attack on a bus in Upper Egypt.
U.S. Mission celebrates Global Entrepreneurship Week in Egypt
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
Cairo – The U.S. Mission in Egypt is marking Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) by contributing to the growth of Egypt’s entrepreneurship ecosystem, particularly focusing on young people.
US backs outcomes from Palermo conference on Libya
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The United States has expressed support for the conclusions announced by the Government of Italy following the conference on Libya held in Palermo on November 12-13.
USAID launches network to support female entrepreneurs in Egypt
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has collaborated with several Egyptian organizations to launch the Women Entrepreneurs Network (WEN) in Egypt.
Marco Rubio addresses Senate committee amid nomination as Secretary of State
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
In a recent appearance before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Secretary of State-designate Marco Rubio addressed the audience with remarks emphasizing the responsibilities that come with his nomination by President Trump.
Trump emphasizes US-Egypt strategic partnership at UN meeting
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
President Donald J. Trump met with President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi of Egypt during the United Nations General Assembly.
U.S., Egypt open new community hub for women in Imbaba
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission Dorothy Shea and Giza Governor General Mohamed Kamal El Daly inaugurated the first community hub for women and girls in Imbaba, Cairo.