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UN briefing highlights worsening crisis under Myanmar's military regime

The United Nations Security Council held a briefing on Myanmar, addressing the ongoing crisis caused by the military regime.


WTO opens registration for public forum focusing on re-globalization

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has opened online registration for its 2024 Public Forum, which will focus on the theme of re-globalization and its potential to make trade more inclusive. The event will also delve into the roles of digitalization, services, and sustainability in achieving this inclusivity.


US urges start of talks on crimes against humanity convention

The United States has expressed its support for initiating negotiations on a convention concerning the prevention and punishment of crimes against humanity.



New Peace Corps volunteers begin service in Nepal

Today in Kathmandu, Ambassador Dean R. Thompson and Peace Corps/Nepal Country Director Troy Kofroth officiated the swearing-in ceremony of 22 new Peace Corps Volunteers.


Nordea schedules first-quarter results release for April 18

Nordea will release its first-quarter results for 2024 on April 18.


NCUA Opening 2024 CDRLF Grant Round May 1

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has announced the opening of the 2024 Community Development Revolving Loan Fund (CDRLF) grant round, with more than $3.4 million available for low-income-designated credit unions. The application period for these grants will run from May 1 to July 1.NCUA Chairman Todd M. Harper emphasized the importance of these grants, stating, "These grants give eligible credit unions the resources needed to support the financial needs of their members and communities. They create new, safe, fair, and affordable financial products and...


Australia and China resolve wine duties dispute through WTO

Australia and China have reached a mutually agreed solution in their dispute over wine duties. On March 29, both countries submitted a notification to the World Trade Organization's (WTO) Dispute Settlement Body regarding dispute DS602, titled "China — Anti-Dumping and Countervailing Duty Measures on Wine from Australia." This notification was shared with WTO members on April 3.


U.S. discusses ILC's draft articles on crimes against humanity at UN meeting

The United States has addressed the Sixth Committee regarding the International Law Commission's Draft Articles on crimes against humanity.


US expands Peace Corps volunteer presence in Ecuador

The United States has expanded its Peace Corps presence in Ecuador with the recent swearing-in of 19 new volunteers.


US comments on ILC draft articles about crimes against humanity

The United States has expressed its views on the International Law Commission's Draft Articles concerning crimes against humanity.


U.S. discusses ILC's draft articles on crimes against humanity at UN session

The United States has expressed its views on the Draft Articles concerning national measures to prevent and punish crimes against humanity.



U.S. supports talks on new convention against crimes against humanity

The United States has expressed its support for the International Law Commission's Draft Articles on the Prevention and Punishment of Crimes against Humanity during a session of the Sixth Committee.


IMF announces completion of reviews and augmentation for Egypt's Extended Fund Facility arrangement

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has confirmed the completion of the first and second reviews of the Extended Fund Facility arrangement for Egypt. The IMF Executive Board approved an increase of the original program by approximately US$5 billion (SDR 3.76 billion).


JPMorgan Chase announces £2.5m renewal with The Careers & Enterprise Company

JPMorgan Chase has recently announced the renewal of its commitment to The Careers & Enterprise Company (CEC), England's national body for careers education. This renewed commitment includes an additional £2.5 million pledge to CEC, with the intention of supporting the organization and building upon insights gleaned from the program's pilot phase.


U.S. supports UN efforts to revitalize General Assembly's role

The United States has reaffirmed its support for the revitalization of the United Nations General Assembly, according to remarks made by Ambassador Chris Lu.


Binance announces CEO Richard Teng discussed cyber collaboration with Taiwan's High Prosecutor's Office

Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, has revealed that its CEO Richard Teng recently met with Chief Prosecutor Chang, Tou-Hui of Taiwan's High Prosecutor's Office. The meeting aimed to explore potential collaboration in preventing cybercrime.


Five nations criticize Russia's veto on UN Panel renewal

The United States, France, Japan, the Republic of Korea, and the United Kingdom have expressed their disappointment following Russia's veto against renewing the mandate of the UN Security Council’s 1718 Committee Panel of Experts.


U.S. criticizes Russia after UN resolution veto on DPRK sanctions panel

The United States expressed disappointment following Russia's veto of a UN Security Council resolution intended to renew the mandate of the 1718 Committee Panel of Experts.