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World Bank urges stronger tax revenue efforts for sustained growth in Côte d’Ivoire

Côte d'Ivoire’s economy has shown strong growth and resilience despite global challenges, according to the World Bank’s latest economic update.


Yuanta FHC receives national environmental protection award for fourth time

Yuanta Financial Holding Company (FHC) has received the National Enterprise Environmental Protection Award from Taiwan’s Ministry of the Environment for the fourth time since 2021.


Zambia faces workforce challenge as copper production set to triple

Zambia is preparing for a significant increase in copper production, with the government aiming to triple output by 2031.


Allianz Group highlights financial results and sustainability leadership for mid-2025

The Allianz Group operates as a major insurer and asset manager, serving both private individuals and corporate clients in nearly 70 countries.


U.S., Albania stress joint action against organized crime at OSCE conference

Nancy VanHorn, Chargé d'Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Albania, addressed participants at an OSCE conference focused on combating criminal organizations and drug trafficking.


Egypt begins safeguard probe on certain steel imports

Egypt has launched a safeguard investigation into imports of cold rolled coil, galvanized steel, and pre-painted steel.


University of Oxford researchers report on six-year evaluation of SCAN Pathway

A recent study published in the Lancet Primary Care has examined the effectiveness of the Suspected CANcer (SCAN) Pathway, a diagnostic approach designed for patients with non-specific symptoms that do not meet standard urgent referral guidelines.


U.S., Vietnam launch Pacific Friendship 2025 humanitarian mission in Quang Tri

The U.S. Army Pacific and the Government of Vietnam have launched Pacific Friendship 2025, an annual engagement focused on humanitarian assistance, disaster response, medical support, engineering, and civil projects in Quang Tri province.


ANZ announces leadership changes in its markets division

ANZ has announced that Anshul Sidher has stepped down from his position as Managing Director, Markets, effective immediately.


U.S. official highlights partnership with Greece at Southeast Europe Energy Forum

Charge d’Affaires Huck addressed the 9th Southeast Europe Energy Forum, emphasizing Greece’s growing role as an energy hub in the region.


Barclays appoints new leaders for private bank and wealth management businesses

Barclays has announced two senior leadership appointments within its Private Bank and Wealth Management (PBWM) UK and Crown Dependencies businesses.


Temporary halt of Pos Malaysia mail service affects document delivery to United States

Pos Malaysia has temporarily stopped international postal services to the United States as of August 25.


Fubon Financial reports strong profits across subsidiaries for August 2025

Fubon Financial Holding Co., Ltd. announced its unaudited financial results for August 2025, reporting a consolidated pre-tax profit of NT$12.65 billion and net profit of NT$11.10 billion for the month.


World Bank launches SHORE Project to boost resilience along Indian coast

The World Bank has approved a new program aimed at supporting coastal communities in India, focusing on the states of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.


BBC National Short Story Award announces 2025 shortlist as it marks two decades

The shortlist for the 2025 BBC National Short Story Award with Cambridge University was announced on Thursday, 11 September, during BBC Radio 4’s Front Row program.


U.S. Coast Guard conducts water survival training with Bahamian forces under OPBAT

Rescue swimmers from the United States Coast Guard (USCG) Aviation Training Center in Mobile, Alabama, recently conducted water survival training in Nassau for members of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) and Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF).


USS Mount Whitney visits Albania as part of growing US-NATO partnership

The USS Mount Whitney, flagship of the U.S. 6th Fleet, arrived at Porto Romano in Durrës, Albania on September 9, 2025.


Oxford researchers link rising heat-related deaths in Zurich to ongoing climate change

A new study from the University of Oxford has found that climate change is responsible for at least 1,700 heat-related deaths in Zürich since 1969.


U.S. Embassy Suva partners with FNU on STEM education initiatives in Fiji

The U.S. Embassy in Suva has joined with Fiji National University (FNU) to launch two new STEM initiatives in Fiji’s western division this week.


U.S. updates procedures for nonimmigrant and immigrant visa appointments

Applicants seeking U.S. nonimmigrant visas are advised to schedule their interview appointments at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in their country of nationality or residence.