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STDF launches strategy to enhance global trade through strengthened SPS capacity

The Standards and Trade Development Facility (STDF) has launched its 2025-2030 strategy with a focus on advancing safe trade and fortifying global goals.


Raymond Greene highlights strong U.S.-Taiwan partnership at AmCham banquet

AIT Director Raymond Greene recently addressed the American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan at the 2025 Hsieh Nian Fan Banquet.


Nationwide strike in Panama prompts guidance on protest safety

A nationwide strike is set to take place on Friday, March 21, 2025, initiated by construction and teachers' unions in response to social security reform law 163.


Natalie Brady appointed senior vice-president at Sun Life

Sun Life Financial Inc. has announced the appointment of Natalie Brady as the company's Senior Vice-President for Capital Management and Investor Relations.


U.N. briefing addresses ongoing Middle East conflict involving Hamas

The United Nations Security Council recently held a briefing on the ongoing situation in the Middle East, focusing on the Palestinian question.


U.S. military conducts training exercises in Papua New Guinea

The United States has announced the arrival of seven personnel from the Security Assistance Training Command (SATCO) in Papua New Guinea.


Trump discusses steps towards peace with Zelenskyy

President Donald J. Trump and Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone conversation to discuss the ongoing war and efforts towards peace.


Protests planned across Slovakia with large turnouts expected

Protests are set to take place across Slovakia, with thousands expected to participate in various demonstrations.


Forest Investment Program concludes with lessons learned for future climate initiatives

The Forest Investment Program (FIP) in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has reached its conclusion after more than a decade of efforts to mitigate human impact on vital tropical forests.


KfW announces leadership changes in risk management and transaction departments

Gaetano Panno will assume the role of Head of the Non-Financial Risk Department at KfW starting April 1, 2025.


U.S current-account deficit narrows slightly in Q4 2024

The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis has reported a narrowing of the current-account deficit by $6.3 billion, or 2.0 percent, reaching $303.9 billion in the fourth quarter of 2024.


ANZ unveils fraud protection feature giving customers account control

ANZ Bank is set to introduce a new feature, Digital Padlock, which aims to enhance the security of its customers against fraud and scams.


Barclays appoints Kieran Whitty as co-head of healthcare for EMEA

Barclays has announced the appointment of Kieran Whitty as Co-Head of Healthcare for Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).


Rubio discusses defense cooperation with New Zealand's Deputy PM Peters

Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently held a meeting with New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters.



State of emergency declared in Lima and Callao by Peruvian government

The Government of Peru has declared a 30-day State of Emergency for the Province of Metropolitan Lima and the Province of Callao, effective from March 18, 2025.


Siemens partners with Microsoft for enhanced IT-OT integration

Siemens is enhancing the integration of Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) through a collaboration with Microsoft.


U.S. Embassy in Turkmenistan seeks SUV procurement quotes by April 8

The U.S. Embassy in Turkmenistan has issued a call for quotations for the procurement of an SUV, identified by the reference PR15187122.


U.S. Embassy Bogota monitors planned pro-Palestinian protests

The U.S. Embassy in Bogota has announced that it is monitoring planned protests in support of the Palestinian people scheduled for Friday, March 21.


Rubio discusses regional stability with Omani Foreign Minister

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Albusaidi.