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Tech-driven reforms transform India's agricultural universities

India’s agricultural sector, which employs nearly half of the nation’s workforce, is undergoing significant changes as it faces new challenges such as climate change and the need for advanced technology.


Africa Climate Summit highlights need for resilient energy infrastructure through Mission 300

At the Africa Climate Summit 2025, a ministerial dialogue focused on expanding energy access and building resilient infrastructure across the continent.


Thailand initiates safeguard probe into polypropylene imports

Thailand has initiated a safeguard investigation into imports of polypropylene, according to a notification from the Department of Foreign Trade under the Ministry of Commerce.


Oxford professor Steve Strand elected Fellow by Academy of Social Sciences

Professor Steve Strand of the University of Oxford has been elected as a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences.


Swiss Re highlights AI's role amid rising catastrophe losses at Monte Carlo event

Rising losses from natural catastrophes and growing geopolitical risks are creating challenges for the global re/insurance sector, according to Swiss Re.


Hannover Re forecasts stable or slightly lower reinsurance prices ahead of January 2026 renewals

Hannover Re expects stable to slightly lower prices and sustained favorable terms and conditions for the upcoming treaty renewals in property and casualty reinsurance as of January 1, 2026.


Sabancaya volcano eruption prompts orange alert; U.S. Embassy advises caution

The Geophysical Institute of Peru (IGP) has raised the alert level for the Sabancaya volcano in Arequipa to "Level Orange" following increased volcanic activity.


League of American Workers founder on Ukraine: ‘The war-weary population there wants a new president and a negotiated peace’

Steve Cortes, founder of the League of American Workers, has said that most Ukrainians desire new leadership and a diplomatic resolution to the ongoing war.


WTO youth hackathon highlights student solutions for global food security

Three teams of students from over ten countries presented proposals on trade and food security at a World Trade Organization (WTO) hackathon held in Geneva.


U.S. Embassy warns travelers after rise in document thefts and extortion cases in Cuba

The U.S. Embassy in Havana has issued a security alert to travelers in Cuba following an increase in thefts of U.S. travel documents, including passports and lawful permanent resident cards.


Samsung Medison unveils new ultrasound solutions for women’s health at ISUOG 2025

Samsung Medison is presenting its latest ultrasound diagnostic solutions for women's health at the International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology (ISUOG 2025) in Cancún, Mexico.


Machu Picchu protests disrupt rail service; U.S. Embassy issues travel guidance

Protests by local organizations over changes to the bus service contract for the route to Machu Picchu have led to disruptions in rail traffic between Ollantaytambo and Machupicchu Pueblo.


Macquarie provides $350 million financing for Nexamp’s U.S. solar project expansion

Macquarie Asset Management has arranged $350 million in long-term financing for Nexamp, Inc. to support the construction of utility-scale solar and battery storage projects in the United States.


WTO Director-General calls for stronger parliamentary backing ahead of key ministerial conference

The Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has called on parliamentarians to increase their support for multilateralism and ongoing WTO reform efforts.


U.S., Sri Lankan officials collaborate on ports law training for transparent infrastructure

The U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka, working with the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Commercial Law Development Program (CLDP), recently held a workshop in Colombo aimed at strengthening Sri Lanka’s legal capacity in ports law and public–private...


Ecuador declares state of emergency in seven provinces due to internal disturbance

Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa has declared a state of emergency in seven provinces, citing “severe internal disturbance.” The affected provinces are Azuay, Bolivar, Carchi, Cotopaxi, Imbabura, Pichincha, and Santo Domingo.


DG Okonjo-Iweala highlights partnership role at forum on LDC opportunities

An event co-organized by The Gambia, Germany, and the Executive Secretariat of the Enhanced Integrated Framework (EIF) took place as part of the EIF Global Forum 2025 under the theme "Accelerating Impact – On the Road to EIF Phase Three."


WTO leaders stress partnerships as key for successful rollout of Investment Facilitation Agreement

Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has commended the 127 World Trade Organization (WTO) members involved in the Investment Facilitation for Development (IFD) Agreement, describing it as a milestone in establishing global standards to improve...


U.S. Embassy Dili to hold sealed bid auction for government property

U.S. Embassy Dili has announced it will hold a sealed bid auction for used and excess U.S. Government property on Friday, September 19, 2025.


Macquarie Bank launches campaign highlighting simpler terms for its high-interest savings accounts

Macquarie Bank has introduced a new advertising campaign called ‘Your savings game changer’ to highlight its approach to savings accounts and the conditions often imposed by other banks.