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IMF discusses opportunities for Asia amid changing global dynamics

The Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) delivered a virtual address on March 4, 2025, highlighting Asia's potential as a significant growth frontier.


U.S. Embassy Budapest seeks vendors for moving services tender

The U.S. Embassy in Budapest has announced a tender for professional moving services within the city and its surrounding areas.


U.S. opposes multiple UN resolutions citing policy conflicts

The United States recently expressed its positions on various resolutions discussed at the United Nations General Assembly.


Robert Palladino appointed chargé d’affaires at U.S. Embassy in Hungary

The U.S. Embassy in Budapest has announced that Robert Palladino will take on the role of Chargé d’Affaires, ad interim, starting March 7.


Members share experiences on environmental measures beyond tariff codes

The session organized by Luis Oña-Garcés of Ecuador brought together members to discuss environmental measures implemented at borders, going beyond the standard Harmonized System (HS) codes.


State Department designates Ansar Allah as a foreign terrorist organization

The U.S. Department of State has announced the designation of Ansar Allah, also known as the Houthis, as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO).


World Bank urges economic diversification for sustained growth in Equatorial Guinea

The World Bank has released a new report emphasizing the need for Equatorial Guinea to diversify its economy beyond oil dependency.


Sun Life U.S. introduces menopause benefit for employees

Sun Life U.S. has introduced a menopause benefit for its employees, aiming to address a gap in women's healthcare.


U.S. supports Israel’s presidency at International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance

The United States has expressed its support for Israel's commencement of a year-long presidency of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA).


NAB Foundation increases support for Disaster Relief Australia to strengthen disaster response

NAB Foundation has escalated its commitment to Disaster Relief Australia by granting $4 million over the next three years, raising the total funding to $5.2 million since 2023.


U.S. reaffirms commitment at OAS special session on democratic charter

The Organization of American States (OAS) held a Special Session to discuss the Inter-American Democratic Charter.


Sun Life receives diversity gold award again; ranks high among best workplaces

Sun Life has once again been awarded the Investors in Diversity Gold reaccreditation, having first achieved this recognition in 2023.


Demonstrations planned in Greece prompt cautionary advice from U.S. Mission

The U.S. Mission in Greece has issued a demonstration alert for U.S. citizens regarding planned protests scheduled for March 5, 2025, in Athens and Thessaloniki.


Protests erupt in Lilongwe as authorities deploy forces

Protests have erupted in Lilongwe, specifically in Areas 1 and 2, including the bus depot and Old Town.


World Bank releases first country economic memorandum on Equatorial Guinea

The World Bank has released its inaugural Country Economic Memorandum report on Equatorial Guinea, titled "Equatorial Guinea Country Economic Memorandum – Building the Foundations for Renewed, More Diversified and Inclusive Growth."


Consumer confidence drops despite recent Reserve Bank rate cut

Consumer confidence has decreased, with last week's figures showing a fall of 2.1 points, bringing the index to 87.7.


World Bank appoints new representative for unified leadership in Suriname

Diletta Doretti has been appointed as the World Bank Group Resident Representative for Suriname.


President extends greetings for Ramadan

Today, a message was issued in recognition of the holy month of Ramadan.


Rubio discusses U.S.-Israel relations and regional security with Netanyahu

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, emphasizing the United States' unwavering support for Israel.


U.S. Embassy warns of potential attacks in Somalia

The U.S. Embassy in Mogadishu has issued a security alert for American citizens, citing credible information about potential imminent attacks on multiple locations in Somalia, including Mogadishu’s Aden Adde International Airport.