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U.S. consular officer to hold appointments in Guadeloupe on February 26
By Globe Banner | Feb 19, 2025
A U.S. Consular Officer will be in Guadeloupe on February 26, 2025, to process applications for U.S. passports and Consular Reports of Birth Abroad by appointment only.
UOB reports record $6B profit for FY24; proposes special dividends
By Globe Banner | Feb 19, 2025
UOB Group has announced a record net profit of S$6.0 billion for the financial year ending December 31, 2024, marking a 6% increase from the previous year.
U.S. Embassy warns of possible demonstrations affecting traffic in Ouagadougou
By Globe Banner | Feb 19, 2025
The U.S. Embassy has issued a notice about potential demonstrations near the United Nations Rond Point in Ouagadougou.
Siemens sells part of its stake in Siemens Healthineers
By Globe Banner | Feb 19, 2025
Siemens has announced the sale of a portion of its stake in Siemens Healthineers.
New AIT director prioritizes strengthening US-Taiwan relations
By Globe Banner | Feb 19, 2025
Raymond Greene, the new Director of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), has expressed his honor at returning to Taiwan in this capacity.
SOUTHCOM Commander Admiral Alvin Holsey set for official visit to Panama
By Globe Banner | Feb 19, 2025
U.S. Navy Admiral Alvin Holsey, the Commander of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), is scheduled to visit Panama on February 19 and 20.
Rubio discusses US-Philippines alliance at Munich Security Conference
By Globe Banner | Feb 19, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Philippine Secretary of Foreign Affairs Enrique A. Manalo at the Munich Security Conference.
United States urges action at UN Security Council over DRC conflict
By Globe Banner | Feb 19, 2025
The United Nations Security Council recently held a briefing on the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), where remarks were delivered concerning the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis in the region.
Siemens donates cogeneration units to aid Ukraine's infrastructure rebuilding
By Globe Banner | Feb 19, 2025
Siemens is set to donate cogeneration units to Ukraine as part of its broader rebuilding initiatives and global decarbonization strategy.
Defense Secretary meets Polish leaders to discuss NATO commitments
By Globe Banner | Feb 19, 2025
On February 14, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth held meetings with Polish President Andrzej Duda and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz.
HSBC reports strong financial performance for 2024
By Globe Banner | Feb 19, 2025
HSBC Holdings plc has reported its annual results for 2024, highlighting a strong financial performance.
U.S. official meets Hungarian minister to discuss security and Ukraine conflict
By Globe Banner | Feb 19, 2025
Senior Bureau Official Louis L. Bono from the Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs visited Budapest, where he met with Deputy Foreign Minister Levente Magyar.
U.S. condemns Boko Haram; ensures aid reaches intended recipients
By Globe Banner | Feb 19, 2025
The United States has reiterated its condemnation of the violence and disregard for human life by Boko Haram and other terrorist groups in Nigeria and the surrounding region.
Siemens Healthineers to announce share placement details post-bookbuild
By Globe Banner | Feb 19, 2025
A forthcoming announcement will provide details on the final number of shares and the price per share in relation to the proposed secondary placement of Siemens Healthineers shares.
World Bank supports modernization of Nepal's livestock sector
By Globe Banner | Feb 19, 2025
The livestock sector in Nepal is a significant component of the country's economy, contributing to rural livelihoods and making up half of the agricultural GDP.
Peace Corps seeks long-term housing option in Hanoi
By Globe Banner | Feb 19, 2025
The Peace Corps is seeking to lease a long-term housing option in Hanoi, Vietnam.
Rubio meets Lavrov following Trump's discussion with Putin
By Globe Banner | Feb 19, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov to follow up on a recent conversation between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
United States, Japan, Taiwan mark 25th anniversary of Nantou earthquake
By Globe Banner | Feb 19, 2025
Today marks the 25th anniversary of the Nantou earthquake, which struck Jiji on September 21, 1999.
World Bank highlights Uzbekistan's path towards a sustainable economy
By Globe Banner | Feb 19, 2025
Uzbekistan is making strides toward a green economy, but further advancement requires collaboration between the government, state-owned financial institutions (SOFIs), state-owned enterprises (SOEs), and the private sector.
President proclaims February 2025 as National Black History Month
By Globe Banner | Feb 19, 2025
The President of the United States has officially recognized February 2025 as National Black History Month.