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IMF completes third review under extended credit facility arrangement with Ghana
By Globe Banner | Dec 2, 2024
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed the third review of Ghana's Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement, a $3 billion program over 36 months that began in May 2023.
Middle powers urged by WTO chief to defend multilateral trading system
By Globe Banner | Dec 2, 2024
The Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, recently addressed an audience in Singapore, urging middle powers to play a more active role in defending and reforming the multilateral trading system.
Battery-powered trains debuting in North Rhine-Westphalia by summer 2026
By Globe Banner | Dec 2, 2024
The first battery-powered trains for North Rhine-Westphalia are set to begin service in 2026, marking a significant step towards environmentally friendly transportation.
IMF reviews Qatar's economic outlook amid post-World Cup recovery
By Globe Banner | Dec 2, 2024
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Ms.
Croatia increases financial commitment to International Development Association by 115
By Globe Banner | Dec 2, 2024
The Government of Croatia has announced a significant increase in its financial commitment to the International Development Association (IDA) for the 21st replenishment cycle, known as IDA21.
E*TRADE unveils new sector rotation study for S&P 500
By Globe Banner | Dec 2, 2024
E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley has released the latest data from its monthly sector rotation study.
U.S. Consulate offers passport and notarial services in Cuenca
By Globe Banner | Dec 2, 2024
The U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil has announced that its representatives will offer notarial and passport services in Cuenca on December 17 and 18, 2024.
Croatia boosts support for global development with increased pledge to IDA21
By Globe Banner | Dec 2, 2024
The Government of Croatia has announced a substantial increase in its financial commitment to the International Development Association (IDA) for the 21st replenishment cycle, known as IDA21.
World Bank outlines project timeline for Mozambique initiatives
By Globe Banner | Dec 2, 2024
The World Bank has clarified details regarding its recent and upcoming project approvals in Mozambique.
Job ads decline slightly across Australia; Queensland sees growth
By Globe Banner | Dec 2, 2024
ANZ-Indeed Australian Job Ads experienced a 1.3% decrease in November, following a revised 0.7% increase in October.
Crypto community reacts to SEC chair Gensler's resignation
By Globe Banner | Nov 29, 2024
On November 21, Gary Gensler announced on the social media platform X that he would resign as the Chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on January 20, 2025.
World Bank urges Fiji to tackle non-communicable disease crisis
By Globe Banner | Nov 29, 2024
Fiji is currently facing a significant health crisis due to non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and weak health outcomes, according to a new World Bank report.
UK boosts pledge to World Bank's International Development Association by 40
By Globe Banner | Nov 29, 2024
The United Kingdom has increased its contribution to the World Bank's International Development Association (IDA) by 40%, raising it from 1.414 billion GBP in IDA20 to 1.98 billion GBP in IDA21.
Societe Generale announces changes in finance division leadership
By Globe Banner | Nov 29, 2024
Societe Generale has announced new appointments within its finance division, effective January 2, 2025.
World Bank launches $204M project for improved energy access in Papua New Guinea
By Globe Banner | Nov 29, 2024
The World Bank has announced the approval of the National Energy Access Transformation (NEAT) Project, a $204 million initiative aimed at improving electricity access for over 400,000 people in Papua New Guinea.
WTO concludes advanced dispute settlement course focusing on practical skills
By Globe Banner | Nov 29, 2024
The World Trade Organization (WTO) recently concluded its advanced dispute settlement course in Geneva.
Fisheries subsidies negotiations near conclusion with revised draft text
By Globe Banner | Nov 29, 2024
The chair of the fisheries subsidies negotiations has circulated a revised draft text ahead of the upcoming General Council meeting in December.
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala reappointed as WTO Director-General
By Globe Banner | Nov 29, 2024
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has been reappointed as Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO) for a second four-year term.
Fiji faces challenges in managing non-communicable diseases
By Globe Banner | Nov 29, 2024
Fiji, an upper middle-income country, is facing challenges in its health sector that are more typical of a lower middle-income nation.
UK increases funding for World Bank's International Development Association
By Globe Banner | Nov 29, 2024
The United Kingdom has announced a significant increase in its contribution to the World Bank's International Development Association (IDA), raising its pledge by 40% from 1.414 billion GBP in IDA20 to 1.98 billion GBP for IDA21.