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Peace Corps updates housing request in Sierra Leone

The Peace Corps in Sierra Leone has updated its Request for Quotation (RFQ) for housing, originally posted on January 2, 2025.


US Embassy seeks quotes for local staff life insurance in Santo Domingo

The United States Embassy in Santo Domingo has announced an opportunity for vendors to submit quotes for local staff life insurance.


Indonesia boosts sustainable tourism in Lake Toba and Lombok

Imagine trekking through savannah fields and sandy terrain to the peak of Indonesia's second-highest volcano, Mount Rinjani in Lombok.


U.S.-ASEAN partnership strengthens ties across multiple sectors

For nearly five decades, the United States and ASEAN have maintained a partnership that has contributed to safety and strength in America and Southeast Asia, benefiting their combined population of one billion.


Standard Chartered promotes adoption of ISO 20022 for cross-border transaction efficiency

Standard Chartered has introduced a whitepaper titled ‘Frictionless reconciliation and allocation of cash: Can the adoption of ISO 20022 XML turn this dream into reality?’.


Wisconsin National Guard concludes expert exchange visit in Papua New Guinea

The Wisconsin National Guard (WING) recently concluded a Subject Matter Expert Exchange (SMEE) in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea.


US Embassy in Guinea seeks bids for fuel distribution truck

The United States Embassy in Conakry, Guinea, is seeking bids for the procurement of a 5000-liter fuel distribution tanker-truck.


U.S.-Sri Lanka security ties reinforced during Admiral Paparo's visit

The U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka has announced the visit of Admiral Samuel J. Paparo, Commander of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM), to Colombo from March 19-21, 2025.


Survey finds regulatory burden deters investment in Europe

At the Tripartite Social Summit, BusinessEurope presented its latest Reform Barometer to EU leaders.


World Bank approves $120 million project to improve healthcare in El Salvador

The World Bank's Board of Executive Directors has approved a project aimed at enhancing access to quality health services in El Salvador, with a particular focus on primary health care.


Ethiopia resumes talks aiming for WTO membership by MC14

Ethiopia has resumed its negotiations to join the World Trade Organization (WTO), aiming for membership by the 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) in Yaoundé, Cameroon.


NCUA reports growth in credit union shares and deposits for Q4 2024

According to the National Credit Union Administration's latest Quarterly U.S. Map Review, federally insured credit unions showed growth in shares and deposits at the median for the year ending in the fourth quarter of 2024, though loans...


U.S. visa interview requirements updated starting March 18, 2025

Starting March 18, 2025, new requirements have been implemented for U.S. visa interviews.


U.S. Embassy in Niamey resumes full consular services

The United States Embassy in Niamey has announced the resumption of routine consular services after a temporary closure.


IMF urges El Salvador to address economic challenges amid fragile growth outlook

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded its 2023 Article IV consultation with El Salvador.


Joint statement calls for end to unjust detention and hostage-taking

Representatives from the United States, Australia, Austria, Canada, Germany, Israel, and the United Kingdom convened in Big Sky, Montana to address issues related to hostage-taking and unjust detention.


World Bank approves $600M for Morocco's human capital development

The World Bank has approved a $600 million financing package for Morocco, marking the third phase of the "Strengthening Human Capital for a Resilient Morocco" program.


World Bank debars Italian firm Panaque over corruption charges

The World Bank Group has announced a two-year debarment with conditional release for Italy-based Panaque, S.R.L. and its sole director, Oscar Di Santo.


Sun Life CFO Tim Deacon to speak at financial services conference

Tim Deacon, the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Sun Life, is set to participate in a fireside chat at the National Bank Financial Markets' 23rd Annual Financial Services Conference.


Crypto Price Movements on March 17, 2025

From Bitcoin to Solana: Here’s how major cryptocurrencies moved today – March 17, 2025.